Campus Animal Facilities is hosting a barbecue in support of the United Way. Items include: burger (regular or veggie) and pop for $6; raffle (tickets are $2 each or three for $5); bake sale; and 50/50 draw. Location: Central Animal Facility

The International Development Studies speaker series presents John Ravenhill, director of the Balsillie School of International Affairs, who will discuss "The Political Economy of a '21st Century' Trade Agreement: The Trans-Pacific Partnership." Location: Rozanski Hall, Room 102

Enjoy a passionate Spanish guitar performance by Canada's "Guitarist of the Year" and JUNO nominee Johannes Linstead, accompanied by special guest Geoff Hlibka. Location: MacKinnon, Room 107

The McLaughlin Library is open during the Thanksgiving weekend. Saturday, Oct. 8: 11 a.m. to 6 p.m. Sunday, Oct. 9: 11 a.m. to 6 p.m. Monday, Oct. 10: 11 a.m. to 6 p.m. Tuesday, Oct. 11: 1 p.m. to 2 a.m. For more information, visit www.lib.uoguelph.ca/service-hours  

The Poultry Health Research Network presents Prof. Suresh Neethirajan, School of Engineering, who will discuss "Trends and Advances in Poultry Health Monitoring Using Biosensors." If you wish to attend via webinar, please contact phrn@uoguelph.ca to receive an invitation link before Oct. 7. Location: OVC Pathobiology AHL, Room 1810

Learn more about menu settings, exposure modes, composition and lighting to get the best shots. Then we'll head outside for a field trip so you can practice your new skills. Register by Oct. 6 to get the $55 early bird fee. Location: Arboretum Centre

Learn about the beer you love! A new series of beer seminars offered by the School of Hospitality, Food and Tourism Management begins Oct. 16 with "Beer Basics", followed by "Canadian Brewing Traditions" on Jan. 29 and "Farmhouse Fermentation: Beer and Cheese" on March 26. Seating is limited, so register soon. Location: Macdonald Stewart Hall

Bento Lobo, First Tennessee Bank Distinguished Professor of Finance, College of Business, University of Tennessee-Chattanooga, will present his work on the opportunities and challenges of assessing the economic impact of broadband investment in Tennessee. This is a presentation of the R2B2project.ca in partnership with www.swiftnetwork.ca and with funding from OMAFRA. Location: Landscape Architecture, Room 143

Every year the Centre for International Programs hosts the Study Abroad Fair to showcase the University of Guelph's study abroad programs, which include six semesters abroad, summer field school programs and more than 100 exchange opportunities. You will have the chance to meet students who have been on Guelph's study abroad programs and students who

The landscape architecture programs in the School of Environmental Design and Rural Development present a guest lecture by Keith Bowers, president and landscape architect at Biohabitats Inc. in Charleston, S.C. His talk is titled "Restoring the Future: Biodiversity and Ecosystem Functions in a Rapidly Changing World." Time: 7 p.m. Location: Lakeside Downtown Church, 75 Norfolk

The Awea Duo will perform a unique chamber music program for flute and saxophone. Jennifer Cooper (flute) and Masahito Sugihara (saxophone) have been recognized for their extraordinary sensitivity, lyricism, energy, fine balance and variety of colours. This free 50-minute concert is open to everyone. Location: MacKinnon Building, Room 107

Are you looking for a job? A new career? Immediate hiring? Direct interview? Meet face to face with recruiters, HR managers and hiring companies from Guelph. Please visit http://www.wbgcanada.com/ for more information about the Guelph Job Fair, online pre-registration and to apply to hundreds of jobs posted online daily by recruiters and hiring companies in

The Guelph Centre for Urban Organic Farming is hosting an organic produce market every Thursday at its College Avenue and Dundas Lane site. Choose from a wide variety of organic fruits, vegetables and flowers. Free parking is available.

Prof. Mark McCullagh, chair of the Department of Philosophy, will present a talk titled "Using Others' Words." All are welcome. Time: 3:30 p.m. Location: MacKinnon Building, Room 310

Graduate Studies Preview Day is an opportunity for prospective graduate students to learn more about specific research areas at the University of Guelph. They can also speak with faculty members and current graduate students to find out what to expect from each graduate program. Location: University Centre courtyard

The University of Guelph was one of 41 schools across Canada that participated in the National College Health Assessment (NCHA), a U.S.-based research survey that provides an overview of students’ health habits, behaviours and perceptions. Representatives from Student Wellness at U of G will provide a preliminary overview of the survey results. All staff and students

Explore post-grad educational opportunities, including teacher education, MBA programs, social work, accounting and law. Meet representatives from more than 60 schools in Ontario, across Canada and abroad. Download the U of G Career Fair Plus app or visit www.recruitguelph.ca for a full list of institutions attending. Location: University Centre

Rodolphe Barrangou, recipient of the 2016 Canada Gairdner International Award, will present "CRISPR-Cas Systems: From Adaptive Immunity to Genome Editing Machines." Barrangou is an associate professor in the Department of Food, Bioprocessing and Nutrition Sciences, and Todd R. Klaenhammer Distinguished Scholar in Probiotics Research at North Carolina State University. Time: 10:30 a.m. Location: OVC Pathobiology

Prof. Renée Bergeron, Animal Biosciences, will discuss "The Natural Way to Feed Cows." The Animal Behaviour and Welfare Seminar Series features a new speaker each month. Topics covered are diverse, ranging from fundamental and applied animal welfare research to ethics, consumer studies, nutrition, genetics and history. Most seminars are also offered via Livestream. Time: 12:30

The Phoenix Jazz Group will perform original acoustic mainstream jazz in a contemporary vein, acknowledging the great jazz traditions that have gone before it. Admission is free and everyone is welcome. Location: MacKinnon 107 A workshop with the Phoenix Jazz Group will be held from 2 to 3:30 p.m. in MacKinnon 103.