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SUMMARY:Winter Birdwatching Hike (In-person)
DESCRIPTION:Winter birdwatching is a fantastic way to enjoy the outdoors and experience the beauty of nature in a quieter season. While some birds have migrated south\, many stay behind\, bringing life and color to our winter landscape. Some northern species even travel here\, treating us to special sightings as they escape harsher climates. Whether you’re new to birdwatching or a seasoned birder\, we invite you to join us on this winter birding adventure! \nFriday\, January 17 or Saturday\, January 25\, 2025. \nRegister to attend. \n*Maximum 20 adults. \nFee: $12 (plus HST) per person\, per day.
URL:https://news.uoguelph.ca/event/winter-birdwatching-hike-in-person-2/
LOCATION:Arboretum Centre\, 250 Arboretum Rd\, Guelph\, N1G 2W1\, Canada
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SUMMARY:Exhibit - Putting Name to Face: Celebrating Black Excellence in Teaching & Learning
DESCRIPTION:Did you know that Guelph was the first place in Ontario to have a Black principal? Have you heard about the work of a University of Guelph librarian\, who used her love of books as a base for community work and scholarly engagement? \nJoin the University of Guelph’s Office of Teaching and Learning in celebrating Black History Month with an exhibit dedicated to honouring past and contemporary Black education practitioners in the Guelph\, Wellington\, and Waterloo regions. An exhibition featuring profiles of past and contemporary Black education practitioners. will be displayed on the first floor of McLaughlin Library and will be available for viewing from Monday\, Feb. 3\, to Friday\, Feb. 7\, 2025. \nThe captivating exhibit chronicles the historical contributions of the Black community to teaching excellence in these regions and connects these historical efforts to more recent efforts to highlight anti-oppressive and inclusive pedagogies.
URL:https://news.uoguelph.ca/event/exhibit-putting-name-to-face-celebrating-black-excellence-in-teaching-learning/
LOCATION:McLaughlin Library\, 480 Gordon Street\, Guelph\, Ontario\, Canada
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SUMMARY:In Conversation with Bob Rae: Future Leadership in International Development
DESCRIPTION:The University of Guelph is hosting a virtual conversation with Bob Rae\, Canada’s Ambassador and Permanent Representative of Canada to the United Nations (UN) in New York for International Development week.   \nHear from one of Canada’s foremost leaders in diplomacy and international development as he reflects on Canada’s leadership role in promoting sustainable\, inclusive and evidence-based approaches to development and international cooperation. Rae has served as Canada’s ambassador to the UN since 2020 and was elected to the UN Presidency of the Economic and Social Council for 2024-25. He also served as the premier of Ontario from 1990 to 1995.   \nThe conversation will take place virtually on Monday\, Feb. 3\, from 10 a.m. to 11 a.m. via Zoom. All students\, faculty\, staff and community members are welcome to attend to hear from Rae and engage with him in a Q&A.  \nJason Moreton\, U of G’s vice-president external\, will provide opening remarks and Dr. Andrea Paras\, director of the Guelph Institute of Development Studies\, will moderate the discussion. \nRegister to attend. \nDon’t miss this rare opportunity to engage directly with one of Canada’s leading global figures who brings insight into the country’s role on the world stage and the pressing international issues of our time.   \nThis event is hosted in partnership with the University of Guelph’s Office of International Strategy and Partnerships and the Guelph Institute of Development Studies (GIDS).   \nAs a hub for innovation in and leadership in global development\, and one of the oldest international development studies programs in Canada\, GIDS houses U of G faculty who are leading experts in research about poverty\, gender equality\, climate governance\, food security\, global health policy\, conflict and migration and civil society.  \nHosting Rae is an incredible opportunity for U of G students interested in international issues to engage with a leader who has worked on the forefront of our most recent global challenges.  \nAbout the speakers:\nBob Rae\, Canada’s Ambassador to the United Nations \nUN Photo/Eskinder Debebe\n Bob Rae is a distinguished Canadian lawyer\, politician\, and diplomat who currently serves as Canada’s Ambassador to the United Nations\, a position he assumed in 2020. In 2024\, he was elected president of the United Nations Economic and Social Council for the 2025 session. Previously\, Mr.  Rae  was Premier of Ontario from 1990-1994\, and interim Leader of the Liberal Party of Canada from 2011-2013. In 2017\, he was appointed to be Canada’s Special Envoy to Myanmar\, and in 2020 he was appointed to be Canada’s Special Envoy on Humanitarian and Refugee Issues. A strong advocate for human rights and international cooperation\, he has played a significant role in Canada’s engagement with global issues\, including Indigenous reconciliation and refugee advocacy.  \nDr. Andrea Paras\, Director\, Guelph Institute of Development Studies and Associate Professor\, Department of Political Science\nDr. Andrea Paras is currently co-writing a book manuscript that examines how healthcare institutions in Canada have retained their Catholic identity in the context of a religiously diverse yet publicly secular Canadian society. Another SSHRC-funded project investigates the impact of the COVID-19 pandemic on Canada’s foreign aid sector\, with a specific focus on the localisation practices\, growth aspirations and geographies of Small and Medium Organisations. She has previously conducted research on the history and politics of humanitarianism\, including her book Moral Obligations and Sovereignty in International Relations: A Genealogy of Humanitarianism (Routledge\, 2019)\, as well as investigated the history and current practices of faith-based development organizations. Her research has been published in the Canadian Journal of Development Studies\, Voluntas\, Journal of Development Studies\, Intercultural Education\, and Frontiers: The Interdisciplinary Journal of Study Abroad.  \nJason Moreton\, Vice-President External\, University of Guelph\n \nJason Moreton previously served as the Associate Vice-President\, Advancement for the University’s Alumni Affairs & Development (AA&D) department at the University of Guelph. He has held a number of leadership positions within AA&D since 2005 and has made significant contributions to the department’s successes and culture. His expertise spans critical areas of university advancement – including relationship building\, fundraising\, alumni engagement\, campaign development\, strategic planning\, and team leadership. 
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SUMMARY:Intro to GIS using ArcGIS Pro: Data Skills
DESCRIPTION:In this workshop we will learn how to navigate ArcPro\, kinds of GIS data\, how to add data to a map\, basic symbology\, and labelling\, how to filter data\, and how to create a finished map. \nArcGIS is a Geographic Information System (GIS); a software program for working with maps and geographic data. ArcGIS Pro is the desktop mapping software of ArcGIS. A GIS allows you to work with any data that you know a location for (eg. addresses\, latitude / longitude\, census locations\, name of a place\, etc.). ArcPro is available for download to the University community. Although similar in some ways to online mapping sites\, ArcGIS has greater analytical capabilities and allows you more input and control over your map. \nPlease note: \nYou must use a University of Guelph login to self-register for this workshop. If you don’t have a U of G email address\, please contact library@uoguelph.ca to request registration for this workshop. When you register for this workshop you are committing to attend the entire workshop unless you confirm otherwise with the instructor. This workshop allows limited attendees. If you are suddenly not able to attend\, please contact us as soon as possible so that we can offer your spot to someone on our waiting list. \nYou must have ArcGIS Pro installed on your computer prior to the workshop AND you must log into ArcGIS Online to create a U of G account  in order to access ArcGIS Pro. You will not have time during the session to install the software or troubleshoot account issues. You must attend this workshop on a computer (not a mobile device). We cannot troubleshoot software or installations during the session. If you are unable to install the software please contact the presenter so we can give your seat to someone on the waiting list. You will find you are able to participate more fully if you have a 2nd screen on your computer. \nIf you have any issues installing ArcGIS Pro please contact the IT Help Desk. \nPlease note: this workshop will take place online. A reminder email with the meeting link will be emailed to you 24 hours before the workshop.
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SUMMARY:START Skills: Preparing for Midterms
DESCRIPTION:Have midterms coming up? Don’t know how to study for them? Join the Library and the START team for our workshop on midterm study skills. This workshop will cover some helpful tips and tricks to improve your studying. \nPlease register on GryphLife. \nQuestions? Email learning@uoguelph.ca.
URL:https://news.uoguelph.ca/event/start-skills-preparing-for-midterms/
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SUMMARY:Virtual Cottage Birds Series
DESCRIPTION:While sitting on the dock\, have you ever asked “Did that loon just attack that duck?” or “How can that Pileated Woodpecker peck such big holes without hurting its brain?” or “Which hawk is that flying overhead?” The answers to these and many other bird-related questions will be covered in this series of eight one-hour sessions on the birds you notice while visiting a cottage\, hiking in a northern park or tenting at your favourite campsite. We will cover identification clues\, behavior\, nesting info\, habitat\, foraging techniques and more. Cottage projects and activities that help birds will also be a part of each session as well as a 10-15 minute discussion period for bird-related questions. All eight programs cost of $70 (plus tax) – that’s less than $10 per program! \nMondays and Wednesdays\, January 20\, 22\, 27\, 29\, February 3\, 5\, 10\, and 12\, 2025\, noon to 1 p.m. \nFee: $70.00 + H.S.T. This event will take place on Zoom. The list of topics with the presentation date is listed below. If you miss any of the programs\, each one is recorded and the recording will be sent to you the next day. The recordings will be available for one month after the last program.
URL:https://news.uoguelph.ca/event/virtual-cottage-birds-series/2025-02-03/
LOCATION:Arboretum Centre\, 250 Arboretum Rd\, Guelph\, N1G 2W1\, Canada
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SUMMARY:Graduate Accountability Group - Online
DESCRIPTION:The Graduate Student Accountability Group provides a welcoming\, safe and productive online space for graduate students to do their work. The group is facilitated by a learning specialist and is designed to help you identify small goals and accomplish them during short work periods. \nComments from previous participants: \n\n“The group is a great way to work in community and accomplish tasks in a set amount of time.”\n“DO IT! I was able to tackle lack of motivation and be productive in each session. The group helped me progress through the semester more than I would have on my own.”\n\nThe format for each two-hour session is: \n\nIntroductions and micro goal setting in group 25 minutes of independent work\nReview micro goal with group and set goal for next 25 minutes\n25 Minutes of independent work\nReview micro goal with group and set goal for next 25 minutes\n25 Minutes of independent work\nDebrief and share main goal to be completed before next accountability group\n\nQuestions? Email learning@uoguelph.ca. \nPlease note that you are registering for the entire semester of the Graduate Student Accountability Group\, which meets January 6 to March 31\, 2025. There is no group on February 17. We encourage regular participation throughout the semester. \nOnce you sign up you will be invited to the weekly Teams meeting. Please use the rsvp function each week to confirm attendance. \nThank you and we look forward to working with you!
URL:https://news.uoguelph.ca/event/graduate-accountability-group-online-2/2025-02-03/
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