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Real Estate and Housing Career Fair
The Real Estate and Housing Career Fair is an opportunity to meet employers who are actively recruiting students for exciting co-op, part-time, full-time and contract positions in the real estate and housing industry. Download the U of G Career Fair Plus app or visit www.recruitguelph.ca for a full list of institutions attending. Location: University Centre,
SEDRD Grad Program Information Night
The School of Environmental Design and Rural Development will host a Grad Program Information Night for prospective students interested in graduate studies in landscape architecture; rural planning and development; capacity development; and extension and rural studies. Light refreshments and pizza will be provided. Location: Landscape Architecture, Lobby (Pit)
One Health Poster Day Celebrates Global One Health Day
The Centre for Public Health and Zoonoses (CPHAZ) is hosting a One Health poster day to celebrate Global One Health Day, The posters will feature research, practicum experience, infographics, club information and initiatives related to One Health. Jeff Wichtel, OVC dean, will deliver the welcome speech at 12:30 p.m. Location: Science Complex
Let’s Talk Science – School of Witchcraft and Wizardry
More than 2,500 people are registered for this year's event. During this event, it will include all of the classes from Harry Potter, but wtih U of G students leading science demonstrations and activities that are related to each class. A number of on campus clubs are helping out this year running activities, including Biochem
Fall Preview Day
Visit our campus on Fall Preview Day and meet with faculty and students. Learn what the University has to offer by taking part in our campus tours, academic and student life displays, and information sessions on residence, co-operative education, admission and finance. Time: 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Location: Athletics Centre (W.F. Mitchell)
Stress and Sleep Tips for Mental Health
Stress and sleep impact our mental health. Learn more about this connection, along with some quick tips for managing stress and sleep for enhanced mental health and wellness. This free one-hour presentation is offered by the Stress Management and High Performance Clinic as part of the University of Guelph's 1 in 5 Week. Everyone in the
Cafe Philosophique Presents Emma Donohue
Award-winning author Emma Donohue presents her most recent book, The Wonder, and converses with Michael Winter, acting co-ordinator of the MFA in creative writing program at Guelph-Humber. General admission is $8; students and seniors are $6. Tickets are available in advance at The Bookshelf or at the door starting at 6:15 p.m. This event is
Poultry Health Research Network Seminar
Prof. Nicole Nemeth, Pathobiology, presents "Why did the Wild Turkey Cross the Road? A Game Bird Perspective on Poultry Pathogens." Location: OVC Lifetime Learning Centre, Room 1714
Landscape Architecture Guest Lecture by Charles Birnbaum
The landscape architecture programs in the School of Environmental Design and Rural Development present a guest lecture by Charles Birnbaum, president and CEO of The Cultural Landscape Foundation. His talk is titled "Make Visible, Instill Value and Engage the Public in our Shared Landscape Heritage." All are welcome to attend. Admission is free. Time: 7
Recruit Guelph Career Fair
Meet employers hiring for full-time, part-time, co-op and contract employment opportunities. Network and chat about career options, industry trends and salary expectations. Students from all years and programs are welcome to attend. Download the U of G Career Fair Plus app or visit www.recruitguelph.ca for a full list of employers attending. Location: University Centre
Thursday at Noon Concert Series Presents Robert Gruca
Classical guitarist Robert Gruca performs guitar music through the ages, including works by Dowland, Loeillet, Brouwer and Morel. Free admission. Everyone is welcome. Location: MacKinnon Building, Room 107
Remembrance Day
Join the University of Guelph community for the annual Remembrance Day service. Everyone is welcome to attend. Doors open at 10:15 a.m. Time: 10:30 a.m. Location: War Memorial Hall The University of Guelph flags will be at half-mast in memory of those who have served.
Close-up and Macro Photography Workshop
Learn how to shoot within inches of a subject, use a flash and natural light, try different focusing techniques and more. Explore the woods and meadows of the Arboretum, which are filled with endless possibilities for macro photography. Register by Nov. 3 for the $55 early bird fee. For more details and to register, visit
ART/CRAFT 2016
Tickets are on sale for ART/CRAFT, the Art Gallery of Guelph's signature fundraising event. The auction party (from 7 to 8 p.m.) will feature live music, and local food and wine courtesy of the chefs and sommeliers of the University of Guelph. A student auction party ticket is $50 for admission to the auction party
Science and Engineering Sunday
Find out what science and engineering is all about at the University of Guelph. Visit our campus and meet with staff, faculty and students from different areas of science and engineering. The day includes a resource fair, open labs and facilities, campus tours and self guided residence tours.
Shakespeare Made in Canada: Macbeth, Scotland and the Guelph Connection
Prof. Daniel Fischlin, School of English and Theatre Studies, presents "Shakespeare Made in Canada: Macbeth, Scotland and the Guelph Connection." A worldwide celebration of 400 years of Shakespeare is underway this year. Guelph residents don't need to look any further than their own backyard for surprising connections to Shakespeare, as the new edition of Macbeth
Derry Dialogues Present “Why go to Mars?”
Derry Dialogues This panel discussion will feature Dr. Robert Thirsk and other experts. Thirsk holds a master's degree in mechanical engineering, a doctorate of medicine and a master of business administration. He is also Chancellor of the University of Calgary and was an astronaut with the Canadian Space Agency from 1984 to 2012. Location: Richards
2016 Harshman Lecture
Guest lecturer Bill Eddy, president of the High Conflict Institute, will discuss "Tips for Family Communication," including how to deal with conflict. This event is free and open to the public. A reception will follow. The Harshman Lecture is presented by the Department of Family Relations and Applied Nutrition. Please RSVP to frandept@uoguelph.ca or call
Book Publishing Today: Challenges and Opportunities
University of Guelph alumna Iris Tupholme, senior vice-president and executive publisher of Harper Collins Publishers Ltd., will discuss the challenges and opportunities in the publishing industry. She will be introduced by Lawrence Hill, U of G creative writing professor and critically-acclaimed author. Time: 2:30 p.m. Location: McLaughlin Library, Room 246a
2016 Schofield Memorial Lecture
Dr. Jonna Mazet, UC Davis School of Veterinary Medicine, will present the 2016 Schofield Memorial Lecture, "One Health Success: Moving Toward a World Free of Pandemics." Mazet, DVM, MPVM, PhD, is a professor of epidemiology and disease ecology, and executive director of the One Health Institute in the UC Davis School of Veterinary Medicine, where