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.

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

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

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

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

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  

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

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

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

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.

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 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

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.   

Program evaluation work is a great career option for those interested in the links between research and social action. How is the University of Guelph preparing students for this kind of career? Could we do a better job? What are the implications for teaching practical real-world skills in graduate programs more broadly? Join us at

Are you stressed? Yoga can help you on your journey from "stressed to blessed." Yoga scientist Sri Ananda Ji is hosting two free yoga events at U of G in May. An internationally-renowned yogi, he has an M.Sc. in yoga and sees yoga through a scientific lens. “Yoga really has the capacity to change your

Dr. Lynne Maquat will present the 2017 Gairdner Lecture, titled “Nonsense-mediated mRNA Decay and Human Disease: Genome Guardian and Executor.” She is the 2015 recipient of the Canada Gairdner International Award. The Gairdner Lecture is hosted by the Department of Molecular and Cellular Biology. All are welcome to attend. Location: OVC Pathobiology AHL, Room 1800

View trees, shrubs and habitats that are important to pollinators and find out why. Learn how to grow your own pollinator garden. Visit the University of Guelph's bee research station, learn about bees and buy honey made on the spot. Rain or shine, dress for weather. Location: Arboretum (enter off College Avenue, just west of

Dr. John Konhilas of the University of Arizona presents "Manipulating the Gut for Heart Health." He is an associate professor in the Sarver Molecular Cardiovascular Research Program and the Department of Physiology at the University of Arizona. His current research interests include the roles of sex hormones and menopause on cardiac function, and the link

The Centre for Public Health and Zoonoses (CPHAZ) brings together presentations and posters on all aspects of public health and zoonotic disease. Dr. David Patrick, School of Population and Public Health, University of British Columbia, will be the keynote speaker, presenting "Antibiotic Stewardship Across the Spectrum of One Health: What Works?" Location: Rozanski Hall

The Institute for Comparative Cancer Investigation (ICCI) presents its 10th annual Cancer Research Symposium at U of G. This free event includes guest speakers, student presentations and a poster session. The keynote speaker is Dr. William Eward, DVM, MD, orthopedic surgery, Duke University School of Medicine. He will present "Sarcomas in Dogs and Humans: Bringing