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Last Lecture 2017
Join the graduating class of 2017 as they gather one last time to reflect and be inspired by a graduating student, faculty member and alumnus/alumna. Reception to follow. Alumna: Jacqueline Swaisland, BA '03, LL.B., LL.M., barrister and solicitor Faculty: Prof. John Walsh, School of Languages and Literatures Student: Nicole Murphy, B.Sc. H.K. '17 Location: War
Take A Paws With Therapy Dogs
As part of the library's Exam Stress Busters programming, we're hosting Take A Paws once again. Take A Paws gives students the opportunity to spend some time with therapy dogs to help reduce stress. Students can sign up for a 15-minute session to spend quality cuddle time with St. John Ambulance therapy dogs. Registration is
From Barn Raisings to Quilting Bees, Events That Define Rural Life in Canada
The Building Canada Lecture Series presents a lecture by Prof. Catharine Wilson, Department of History. She began researching rural history, particularly in Ontario, and broadened the scope of her research to include immigration and settlement, and now focuses on family strategies for maintaining a life on the land in the 19th and 20th centuries. She
2017 Hammond Lecture and Sustainability Panel Discussion
Ellen Schwartzel, deputy commissioner, Environmental Commissioner of Ontario, presents "Water Sustainability: A View From the Environmental Commissioner of Ontario." All are welcome. The panelists will include: Prof. Brady Deaton, Food, Agriculture and Resource Economics (FARE), University of Guelph; Prof. Sheri Longboat, School of Environmental Design and Rural Development (SEDRD), University of Guelph; and Prof. Andrea
Poultry Health Research Network Hosts Research Day
This year's theme is "Antimicrobial Stewardship in Poultry Production." Location: Arboretum Centre auditorium
Interaction Conference
Interaction is a conference for university-bound Grade 10 and 11 students. Explore the University of Guelph community and learn more about our academic disciplines and student services. With a variety of sessions to choose from, this day will fly by!
AVPA Teaching Assistant Award Nominations Due
Nominate an outstanding teaching assistant for the Associate Vice-President Academic (AVPA) Teaching Assistant Award of Excellence. Nomination packages are due by 4:30 p.m. on April 27. Please submit nomination packages to the OpenEd office in Day Hall, Room 125, or via email to teaching@OpenEd.uoguelph.ca. Date: April 27, 2017 Location: Day Hall, Room 125
Teaching and Learning Innovations Conference
This year's conference theme is "Enhancing Teaching and Learning: The Evolution of the Lecture." Highlights include: - plenary speaker Prof. Joe Kim, McMaster University: "Teaching for Now and Later: Key Factors in Creating Durable Learning"; - plenary panel: "Large Scale Successes: Winning Strategies for Big Classes"; and - more than 50 concurrent presentations and workshops.
Biomedical Sciences Guest Seminar
Dr. Carl Walkley, associate professor, Department of Medicine, University of Melbourne, presents "Application of Murine Models of Osteosarcoma for Preclinical Target Discovery and Validation." Walkley completed a bachelor of pharmacy at the University of South Australia in 1999 and a PhD at the Peter MacCallum Cancer Centre, University of Melbourne, in 2003. He then undertook
Rain Barrel Fundraiser for Child Care & Learning Centre
The Child Care & Learning Centre at the University of Guelph has partnered with RainBarrel.ca to host a rain barrel fundraiser. Rain barrels are $55 each and must be pre-ordered online at www.RainBarrel.ca/uofguelph/. Rain barrels will be available for pick up on May 3 from 4:30 to 8:30 p.m. at the Child Care & Learning
Join President Franco Vaccarino for Coffee
To show appreciation for everyone's hard work and contributions this year, all faculty and staff are invited to take a well-deserved break and enjoy coffee and snacks with U of G president Franco Vaccarino and members of the senior leadership team. Drop by the Bullring for treats and hot beverages courtesy of the president. Come
Summer Exhibition Opening Reception at Art Gallery of Guelph
Please join us for an opening reception to launch our summer exhibitions for Phil Irish (mount pile, When We Were, Landmade) and Hiba Abdallah (Th’an). Location: Art Gallery of Guelph
Circular Economy Towards Mitigating Climate Change
The Bioproducts Discovery and Development Centre (BDDC) presents a workshop titled "Circular Economy Towards Mitigating Climate Change." The workshop will focus on deriving value-added products from waste. Location: Arboretum
VOICE Conference for Deaf and Hard of Hearing Children
The 25th annual VOICE Conference for Deaf and Hard of Hearing Children will be held at the University of Guelph May 6. This year's conference will bring together parents of children with hearing loss, researchers, clinicians, teachers and community organizations for medical presentations and parent-oriented discussions. Workshops will be led by dynamic speakers from across
Neuroscience Research Day
This annual event brings researchers in the field of neuroscience together from across the University to present their research and share ideas. This year's keynote address will be given by Prof. Gail Johnson from the University of Rochester. Time: 9:15 a.m. Location: Arboretum
CCSAW Annual Animal Welfare Research Symposium
Held each spring, the Animal Welfare Research Symposium showcases research in animal welfare from multiple disciplines across the University of Guelph campus. A wide range of topics related to animal welfare, animal ethics and the role of animals in society will be presented through talks and posters. The symposium provides a forum for faculty and
Building Canada Lecture: From the Ground Water Up
To celebrate Canada’s sesquicentennial and Guelph’s 190th anniversary, Guelph Museums launched a unique lecture series to reflect on our collective history and the theme of nation building. Building Canada Lectures, presented in partnership with the University of Guelph, take place on the second Wednesday of each month at 7 p.m. at the Guelph Civic Museum.
National Aboriginal Physical Activity and Wellness Conference Pow Wow
Everyone is welcome to attend the National Aboriginal Physical Activity and Wellness Conference's pow wow, featuring drumming and dancing on Johnston Green. The event starts at 10 a.m., followed by the grand entry at noon. Closing ceremonies begin at 6 p.m. Maple Leaf Sports and Entertainment will provide soccer, hockey and basketball activities for youths.
Canadian Gardening Talk
Canadian gardening and its many possibilities will be featured in a special presentation by well-known gardening expert Owen Reeves. This event, created through a partnership with the Compost Council of Canada, promises to both entertain and inspire gardeners, whether they're new to gardening or seasoned experts. Tickets are $20 and can be ordered in advance
Spring Academic Open House
Join us in this all-day event for students who have received an offer of admission from the University of Guelph. Each day is specific to a particular degree program and consists of program information sessions, career and co-operative education sessions, residence tours and more. For more information, contact 519.824.4120 x. 58721 or admevent@uoguelph.ca.