Meet the 2024 P2GS Scholars
Pathway to Graduate Studies Scholars participate in science education during the morning and in a paid research program under the supervision of a UWinnipeg faculty member during the afternoon throughout the four week program. Students are introduced to research opportunities in the NSE fields and to continue pursuing their interests in undergraduate programs and eventually into graduate programs.
To view instructors from previous programs: P2GS Instructors
To view the scholars for previous programs: 2019, 2020, 2021,2022, and 2023.
Aleyah Takeisha Bighetty
Tānsí, my name is Aleyah Bighetty I am from Pimicikamak Cree Nation treaty 5. I am a first year student in pre medical technology program to work my way up to either become a MLS or Sonography. Often I still feel like a kid still growing up with limited access to the world in my reserve often we feel isolated and hidden, but thanks to my science teachers and art teachers building that curiosity i would often ask odd questions like "why is an apple red," and we learn that through biology and chemistry, I grew up fascinating what else could I learn out there and thanks to that curiosity at a young age I still have that curiosity drive within me, I am paving the way to success with trial and errors of course like the scientific world. I always had a big desire for what else is in the world of science can I discover. I am happy to be selected this year for the opportunity to help me discover more of the scientific research programs I am eager to learn more about and experience new things thanks to P2GS. I am especially excited to aid Jamie in his ongoing research of exploring the chemistry of new ligands containing the "heavy chalcogen" elements of Se and Te. My kid self is filled with admiration and hope for the future of Indigenous youth, I'm glad my dreams are unfolding before me.
Aleyah is training with Dr. Jamie Ritch
Parker Grift is training with Dr. Joshua Hollett
Victoria Gordan Pagard
Hello!
My name is Victoria Gordon Pagard and I am a First Nations student at the University of Winnipeg. I am in my second year of studies, working towards a BSc in Biology. I have various interests in the field of science, some of which include the environment and the human body. I am excited to be a part of the P2GS program, where I will be able to gain research experience and expand my scientific knowledge!
Victoria is training with Dr. Mary Adedayo
Olivia Grace Shyiak
Boozhoo!
My name is Olivia Shyiak and I am a member of Sagkeeng First Nation. I’m a second year student in the Honours Psychology program here at the University of Winnipeg. I am very excited to be working with and learning from Dr. Stephanie Bugden this May!
I’ve been interested in psychology for as long as I can remember and am planning to get a PhD in developmental psychology to become a professor. Research and learning has also been a big interest of mine, and with that said, I can’t wait to get hands on experience this May!
Olivia is training with Dr. Stephanie Bugden
Jessica Thurston
Hello!
I am Jessica Thurston, an eager adult learner returning to school who is thrilled to earn my degree and further my potential. I have spent the last several years working for community advocacy with the RM of Reynolds, and as an Educational Assistant in our local school district. One of my biggest fans is my senior dog Sweetie, and she can’t wait to hear more about my journey with the University of Winnipeg and the P2GS program.
Jessica is training with Dr. Amy Desroches
Bradon Colby Wittmeier is training with Dr. Evan McDonough