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MLA Graduate Student Conference
MLA Graduate Student Conference
The master of landscape architecture (MLA) program in the School of Environmental Design and Rural Development presents the 25th annual MLA Conference. Third-year graduate students will present their thesis work,
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Cafe Philosophique Presents Author Yann Martel
Cafe Philosophique Presents Author Yann Martel
Cafe Philosophique, The Bookshelf and the Eden Mills Writers' Festival present Canadian author Yann Martel. He will be interviewed by Prof. Sandra Sabatini from the College of Arts about his writing
Poultry Health Research Network Hosts Research Day
Poultry Health Research Network Hosts Research Day
The Poultry Health Research Network's research day will feature brief presentations by students and postdocs about their poultry research, followed by a post-lunch session of academic and industry presentations. The
Stress Less for Tests
Stress Less for Tests
Learn practical skills to decrease test anxiety and enhance energy and performance during exam periods. Part one of this program meets today, and part two meets on Thursday from 5:30
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Graduate Students’ Association AGM
Graduate Students’ Association AGM
Grad students are encouraged to attend the Graduate Students' Association annual general meeting. Prizes will be awarded to the department with the largest number of students in attendance. Please e-mail gsa@uoguelph.ca for information regarding the proxy vote process. Time: 5:30 p.m. Location: University Centre, Grad Lounge, fifth floor (north)
Winegard Exemplary Volunteer Awards
Winegard Exemplary Volunteer Awards
Named after former U of G president and Guelph MP Bill Winegard, these awards recognize members of the University community who have devoted volunteer time and effort in Guelph and
Jim Estill Presents “Seven Secrets of Business Success”
Jim Estill Presents “Seven Secrets of Business Success”
Jim Estill, CEO of Danby, former director of BlackBerry, and sponsor of 50 Syrian refugee families, will discuss "Seven Secrets of Business Success." Everyone is welcome. This event is hosted
Celebration of Life, Learning Service
Celebration of Life, Learning Service
U of G’s human anatomy program holds a tribute for those who donated their bodies to the University for educational purposes. The Celebration of Life and Learning Service gives faculty,
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One Health Seminar Series
One Health Seminar Series
The Centre for Public Health and Zoonoses presents a seminar series on "One Health" research at the University of Guelph. Dates: March 24, March 31, April 5 and April 7 Time: 12:30 to 1:30 p.m. Location: OVC Lifetime Learning Centre, Room 1713
Animal Behaviour and Welfare Seminar: A Utilitarian Perspective on Companion Animals
Animal Behaviour and Welfare Seminar: A Utilitarian Perspective on Companion Animals
The Campbell Centre for the Study of Animal Welfare presents an Animal Behaviour and Welfare Seminar titled "A Utilitarian Perspective on Companion Animals" by Prof. Gary Varner, Texas A&M University. Location: OVC Pathobiology AHL, Room 1800
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CSA Noon Hour Concert: Jordan Klassen
CSA Noon Hour Concert: Jordan Klassen
On Jordan Klassen's sophomore album Javelin, the Vancouver-based songwriter dissects his struggles, embraces his demons, digs up old ghosts, and comes out with his hands clean on the other end. Klassen’s keen sense of mood and atmosphere date back to his youth. “I wanted to give a nod to a genre often overlooked but that
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‘Why Veg?’ Panel Discussion
‘Why Veg?’ Panel Discussion
Animal-rights activist Anita Krajnc will be a keynote speaker at an event promoting plant-based lifestyles. Sponsored by the Guelph Students for the Ethical Treatment of Animals, “Why Veg?” is a panel discussion aimed at educating members of the Guelph community and fostering a discussion about animal consumption. It will be held in the University Centre,
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One Health Seminar Series
One Health Seminar Series
The Centre for Public Health and Zoonoses presents a seminar series on "One Health" research at the University of Guelph. Dates: April 5 and April 7 Time: 12:30 to 1:30 p.m. Location: OVC Lifetime Learning Centre, Room 1713
Winegard Visiting Public Lectureship in Physics
Winegard Visiting Public Lectureship in Physics
Thomas Ruth, emeritus senior research scientist at TRIUMF, will present the Winegard Visiting Public Lectureship in Physics. He will discuss how scientists at TRIUMF have been developing tools to help understand disease processes to provide better treatment modalities. Time: 3:30 p.m. Location: University Centre, Room 103
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First-Year Seminar Exhibition
First-Year Seminar Exhibition
The University community is invited to attend the First-Year Seminar Exhibition as students present what they learned this semester. Location: Library, Academic Town Square
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Pepsi Canada Design Day in Engineering
Pepsi Canada Design Day in Engineering
Supported by PepsiCo Canada, this event celebrates the year in engineering design by bringing together second-, third- and fourth-year design classes to showcase their innovative solutions and designs. Students, faculty,
Last Lecture
Last Lecture
Join the graduating class of 2016 as they gather one last time to reflect and be inspired by a graduating student, faculty member and alumna. This year's speakers are: -
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CSA Noon Hour Dance Performance: The Mystery of Mr. Leftovers
CSA Noon Hour Dance Performance: The Mystery of Mr. Leftovers
The Mystery of Mr. Leftovers is a desperate and uncomfortable plea for companionship and love laced with poetic monologues and movement. A contemporary performance piece that merges dynamic dance with
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Poultry Health Research Network Seminar Series
Poultry Health Research Network Seminar Series
Poultry veterinarian Lloyd Weber presents "Poultry Industry: A Farmer's and A Veterinarian's Perspective." Refreshments will be served. For more information, contact Ravi Kulkarni, PHRN coordinator, at kulkarnr@uoguelph.ca. Location: OVC Pathobiology
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R2B2 Symposium
R2B2 Symposium
The R2B2 (Regional and Rural Broadband) project has invited community members, students, researchers and stakeholders from various levels of government and industry to learn about the R2B2 research project, and
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Chappel Memorial Lecture
Chappel Memorial Lecture
Dr. Gary Nabel, chief scientific officer, Sanofi Global Research and Development, will present this year’s Chappel Lecture on "Harnessing the Immune System to Fight Emerging Viruses and Cancer." A reception
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Research in Action: Immigration Series
Research in Action: Immigration Series
Political science professor Edward Koning presents a public lecture on "Why Canada and Europe Chose Different Approaches to the Syrian Crisis." He will discuss the political implications of this crisis
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Groundbreaking Ceremony for New Football Facility
Groundbreaking Ceremony for New Football Facility
The U of G community is invited to attend a groundbreaking ceremony for the new $8.5-million Gryphon football facility at Alumni Stadium. Construction is set to begin this spring with
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2016 Kenneth Hammond Lecture and Spring Sustainability Symposium
2016 Kenneth Hammond Lecture and Spring Sustainability Symposium
Join the School of Environmental Sciences for the 2016 Kenneth Hammond Lecture and Spring Sustainability Symposium. The Hammond guest speaker will be Reg Melanson, executive director of the Canadian Business and Biodoversity Council. He will give a presentation on "Linking Business and Biodiversity: Challenges and Successes." Following the talk, a panel discussion will take place