Wednesday, May 8, 2024 | 9 am–4 pm
204 Marshall McLuhan Hall | UMSU University Centre | Fort Garry Campus
65 Chancellors Circle, Winnipeg, MB R3T 2N2
This year’s 41st Spring Research Symposium is free to attend and will be hosted in a hybrid format. Join us in person or virtually.
Register online for the Symposium by May 5 https://forms.office.com/r/RKMcZyTNMM
After May 5, you can register in person at the registration desk in 204 Marshall McLuhan Hall or call 204-474-8754 if you need assistance with registering for the Symposium.
Scheduled presenters
Join us to hear Centre Research Affiliates present on their aging related research.
- Exploring the role of smart technologies in at-home rehabilitation–Amine Choukou, Ph.D.
- University of Manitoba efforts to improve its age inclusivity–Michelle Porter, Ph.D.
- Older adults’ roles in economic development in Indigenous communities: Lessons from Taiwan–Hai Luo, Ph.D.
- How do long-term residential care staff understand and use space to prevent violence?–Rachel Herron, Ph.D.
- The Conceptual Framework for Adult Community Rehabilitation: a Manitoba-made framework to support policy, planning, care and research–Kathryn Sibley, Ph.D.
- In-home companion robots to support wellness–James Young, Ph.D.
Meet the researchers at the poster session!
In addition to the presentations, the poster session will also take place in the second floor, multi-purpose room in UMSU University Centre. Symposium attendees will have an opportunity to talk to researchers and learn about their aging related research during the poster sessions at the breaks, or view virtual poster sessions online.
Connect with our exhibitors
In addition to the presentations, take the opportunity to connect with our exhibitors who will be available on the second floor, multi-purpose room to talk about available resources for older persons or how to make connections in the community.
Age-Friendly University Showcase
The Age-Friendly University Showcase is a separate event from the Spring Research Symposium, but all are welcome to attend.
Wednesday, May 8, 2024 | 9 am––3:30 pm
Second floor Multi-purpose room (MPR) | UMSU University Centre | Fort Garry Campus
65 Chancellors Circle, Winnipeg, MB R3T 2N2
No registration required. No cost to attend.
The UM has existing programs and resources available that align with the Age-Friendly University principles. Meet UM representatives from units across campus who are available to talk about existing programs, resources, and other opportunities that are available to the UM community and general public as an Age-Friendly University.
