The English Language Program and Student Life are planning an exciting cultural celebration that brings music, food, and art from different international countries together all in one place.  There will be tables set up around the University Centre Courtyard for specific countries, so that Guelph students can visit and participate in certain traditions celebrated by that culture. There will be origami making, henna design, jewelry making, salsa

James MacNevin, senior editor at the University of British Columbia Press, is holding a book publishing talk at U of G Nov. 28. All faculty and PhD students are welcome to attend. The talk will focus on scholarly book publishing in the humanities and social sciences. It will provide an opportunity to learn about the

The College of Biological Sciences is pleased to host the Ann Oaks Lecture in Biological Sciences with presenter Julie LaRoche, CRC Tier 1 at Dalhousie University. LaRoche will discuss the multifaceted role of diazotrophs in the ocean during her presentation on Nov. 28. All are welcome to attend.

Learn practical skills to decrease test anxiety and enhance energy and performance during exam periods. Part One of this program takes place Nov. 28. Part Two takes place Nov. 30, from 5:30 - 7:00 p.m.  The fee is $5 for U of G students. University Centre, Room 335

Conductor John Goddard and the 45-piece University of Guelph Concert Winds Ensemble perform a variety of music from movie themes to classic Christmas songs. Free admission, everyone welcome. University Centre Courtyard

Mechanical engineering students in the Machine Design course (ENGG3280) will showcase their creative designs and manufacturing skills at the Mechanical Engineering Trade Show. Over 30 groups of mechanical engineering students will present machines designed and built for food and agriculture applications. Everyone is welcome. Thornbrough Building, Atrium

Conductor Marta McCarthy and the University of Guelph Choirs present Messengers of Grace: Angels In Song. Musical offerings: Magnificat by Gabrieli, Gospel Magnificat by Patti Drennan, Alleluia by Whitacre, Haleluya by Glick ... and much more! General admission $15. Students and seniors $10. Basilica of Our Lady Immaculate, 28 Norfolk St., Guelph. Doors open at

Set for the second Wednesday of each month at 7 p.m. at the Guelph Civic Museum, this lecture series will feature topics about nation building. Presented in partnership between Guelph Museums and the University of Guelph. Dec. 13, Professor James Raffan presents "Canada One Five Oh Em Gee: Celebration of nation and community in story and