Silent Auction for United Way - Travis Scott & Leafs Tickets
2023-12-14 08:00 - 2023-12-20 16:00 (America/Toronto) | ONLINE, Ontario, Canada
Hospitality Services has tickets up for grabs:
There are two sets of Travis Scott: The Circus Maximus Tour tickets (section 120, row 5) available for the show on December 29 at the Scotiabank Arena available for silent auction.
You can also watch your favourite Toronto Maple Leafs vs San Jose Sharks on January 9 with another set of tickets available.
Place your bids. The silent auction is live and will be running until Wednesday, December 20 at 4 p.m.

Get to know your campus Athletics & Recreation Facilities!
2024-01-08 12:00 - 13:00 | Guelph Gryphons Athletic Centre, 50 E Ring Rd, Guelph, ON, N1G4Z8, Canada
Looking to start a new fitness or wellness journey? Did you know that all staff and faculty on campus have access to a subsidized rate to use the on-campus facilities? Join us on a tour of what programming, services and equipment are available to our staff and faculty members and why the Athletic facilities might just be the best fit for you!
Attendees of this tour will receive a free day pass for recreation in the Guelph Gryphons Athletics Centre, including access to the Fitness Centre and / or a fitness class, to use at their convenience!
Make sure to register!

Open Scholarship Brown Bag Series: Creating a Data Management Plan
2024-01-16 12:00 - 12:45 | ONLINE, Ontario, Canada
A data management plan (DMP) is a document describing how your research data will be collected, stored, analyzed and shared throughout the research process. DMPs provide a clear plan to researchers on a team on how to responsibly handle data including where to store and locate their data, and how to share the data for future use.
This brown bag will cover:

What is a DMP?
Parts of a DMP
DMP Assistant
Questions from audience members.

Skills for Research Impact Series: Planning for Research Impact
2024-01-16 13:00 - 14:30 | ONLINE, Ontario, Canada
Knowledge mobilization 101! Become familiar with knowledge mobilization plans and conceptualize strategies adapted to your goals and audiences.
By the end of this workshop, participants will be able to:

Define “knowledge mobilization”
Identify why knowledge mobilization is important
Identify best practices for knowledge mobilization
Summarize the steps involved in knowledge mobilization planning
Compare and contrast End of Grant KT and Integrated KT
Apply the principles of knowledge mobilization to their research

Register to attend.

Building a Sustainable and Evidence-Based Exercise Routine
2024-01-17 12:00 - 13:00 | ONLINE, Ontario, Canada
As we transition from the holiday season, re-establishing our regular routines and reintegrating physical activity can be a daunting task. If you’re unsure where to begin and seek a sustainable approach to exercise, join HPC’s physiotherapy fellows for an informative talk! During this session, facilitators will guide you on safely elevating your physical activity levels throughout the winter months, ensuring it feels good for your body and is manageable in the long run.
This workshop will focus specifically on:
-Setting SMART exercise goals (What is a ‘good’ goal?)
-Building an exercise program – how to exercise properly and safely
-Recommendations for exercise (Canadian Guidelines for aerobic and resistance exercises)
-Answering questions related to these topics
Join HPC’s physiotherapy experts by registering now! You can submit questions when you register that will be answered during the talks.
Learn more about the facilitators:
Julie Morrow:
After completing her undergraduate degree in Kinesiology and Physical Education at the University of Toronto, Julie attended McMaster University for the Master of Science in Physiotherapy program. She is hoping to integrate both her clinical and personal experiences to provide high-quality, patient-centred care at the HPC. Julie has always had an interest in sports, being a competitive athlete and dancer for many years. She is especially interested in the treatment and management of sport-related concussions and vestibular rehab. Julie will be working with many varsity teams this season, including the soccer, rugby, basketball, volleyball, and wrestling teams.
Brittany Emary:
Brittany recently graduated from the Master of Science in Physical Therapy program at the Univerisity of Toronto. Her educational journey began with a foundation in Biomedical Science at the University of Guelph. With a passion for helping individuals achieve their optimal physical health, Brittany is thrilled to return to the HPC team, where she previously volunteered. As a physiotherapy resident at the HPC, she is committed to delivering high-quality care and rehabilitation services.In addition to her role at HPC, Brittany is working with a range of University of Guelph varsity sports teams, including swimming, basketball, rugby, and hockey. Having played soccer and basketball, her background and passion for sports have given her a unique insight into the challenges athletes face and the importance of a comprehensive rehabilitation approach. Brittany’s commitment to a healthy and active lifestyle extends beyond her professional life as she enjoys running, hiking, tennis, golf, fitness classes, and yoga. In her treatment plans, Brittany combines her clinical expertise with a holistic approach, incorporating manual therapy, exercise prescription, and patient education. Brittany utilizes a collaborative approach to help patients achieve their goals. She firmly believes that empowering her patients with knowledge about their conditions and the rehabilitation process is key to their success in regaining mobility, strength, and overall well-being.
About the HPC
Providing high-performance injury recovery right in the heart of campus. The Health and Performance Centre (HPC) is located in the J.T. Powell Building and prevents and treats sports and activity-related injuries for the University of Guelph and the surrounding community. Whether you are a recreationally active or an elite competitive athlete, their collaborative team of skilled practitioners will provide specialized care to help you perform at your best.

Awakening the Body’s Wisdom for Complete Health and Well-Being - Dr. Jivasu, MD
2024-01-18 10:30 - 13:00 | Mills Hall
Join the U of G Wellness@Work sponsored Workshop on Thursday, January 18, 2024, from 10:30 A.M.-1:00 P.M. at Fireplace Lounge, Mills Hall (opposite Creelman Hall/behind War Memorial Hall), U of Guelph.
Many factors can result in us feeling disconnected from our body and the life flowing through it. This can lead to physical and mental health problems and a lack of fulfilment, affecting our well-being.
In this workshop participants will learn why we are disconnected from the body and how to reconnect and awaken our body’s wisdom to heal supporting our health and well-being. Emerging insights on neurobiological mechanisms underlying recovery will also be discussed. There will be a period for Q&A, feedback, and a quick summary of potential future programs and the methods for follow-up. Bring your own yoga mat. Chairs will be provided.
Program:

10:30 – 11 a.m. Classical Yoga/Meditation
11 – 11:30 a.m. Interactive Presentation with Dr. Jivasu
11:30 – 11:45 a.m. Break (Tea/Snacks)
11:45 a.m. – 12:30 p.m. Dr. Jivasu Continues
12:30 – 12:45 p.m. Somatic Yoga
12:45 – 1 p.m. Healthy, Nutritious Snacks

This workshop is hosted by the U of G Yoga and Meditation Collective and the U of G Yoga Club.
Registration
Register through Qualtrics!

Deep Dish Dialogues: From Restaurant to Retail
2024-01-18 11:00 - 12:00 | MacDonald Institute, 68 MacDonald Street, Guelph, Ontario, N1G1Y1, Canada
January’s Deep Dish Dialogues will be exploring how restaurant dishes can be transformed into retail food products and how to scale up a business into the retail market.
Guest speakers include:

Erin Young from the John F. Wood Centre. She will be sharing some tips on what businesses should consider before scaling up their operations
Derek Vella from the Guelph Food Innovation Centre. He’ll be sharing how the Guelph Food Innovation Centre helps businesses with product development so that they can be sold in the retail market.

Plus we have special guests, Jared Ferrall and Khalil Khamis from Crafty Ramen who will share how they grew their business and transformed their restaurant ramen into their delicious frozen “heat and eat” products sold across the country!
Tune into the event online or join us in-person at the Anita Stewart Memorial Food Lab on January 18. Register to attend.

Winter Season Art Exhibitions Launch
2024-01-18 18:30 - 20:30 | Art Gallery of Guelph, 358 Gordon Street, Guelph, Canada
Join us on Thursday, Jan. 18, at 6:30 p.m., for the launch of the Art Gallery of Guelph’s brand new winter season and three exhibitions spotlighting art practices that reconsider and reconceive notions of history and genealogy, place and landscape. Opening that evening are:

ᑕᐅᑐᑉᐹ Tautuppaa | Long Looking, curated by Taqralik Partridge and featuring the work of late Inuit artist Tim Pitsiulak
The Unsettlements: Moms, an installation by Houston-based artist and writer JD Pluecker
An Experience of Nature, highlighting landscapes from the AGG’s permanent collection, curated by Sally Frater with assistance of from Amira Radwan and Brent Garbett.

Artists and curators will be in attendance.
All are welcome! Enjoy refreshments and introductions to the exhibitions. Free admission; cash bar.
Parking is available in lot behind the gallery and in the University of Guelph campus lot P23, accessible from College Ave or MacDonald St. Accessible parking spots are available in the lot behind the gallery.

Mawadisidiwag | They Visit Each Other
2024-01-23 11:00 - 12:00 | University Centre, 150 Research Ln, Guelph, Ontario, N1G2W1, Canada
Reconciliation is all about relationships. This ‘tea and talk’ session is an opportunity to share, explore and learn together. Participants are invited to bring forward topics and questions to ignite conversations.
This session will be hosted by Cara Wehkamp, AVP (Indigenous Initiatives) and is open to all students, staff and faculty at the University of Guelph.

Open Scholarship Brown Bag Series: Depositing Your Research Data in a Repository
2024-01-23 12:00 - 12:45 | ONLINE, Ontario, Canada
Sharing your data improves your visibility as a researcher, increases citations for your publications, gives you recognition for your work, attracts new collaborations, and most importantly allows for reproducibility and verification of results. This brown bag will cover:

Benefits around depositing your research data into a repository.
Impact of the Tri-Agency Policy influences how data is deposited and shared.
How to select a repository for your research data.
How to prepare your research data for deposit.
License considerations for your data.
Overview on how to use and deposit data into the University of Guelph Research Data Repositories in Borealis, A Canadian Dataverse Repository.
Questions from audience members.

U of G on Tour: Bovey Green House and Tropical Plant Collection
2024-01-23 12:00 - 13:00 | Bovey Greenhouse, 601 Gordon St, Guelph, ON, N1G 1Y2
Join Rodger Tschanz, Greenhouse Technician, Trial Garden Manager and sessional lecturer for an exclusive tour of the Bovey Greenhouse! This 1-hour tour will commence at the Bovey Building for registered participants.
Visit the Bovey research greenhouse and tropical plant collection to see current greenhouse research projects and learn about plants that are part of the world’s food economy as well as those that are just plain weird!

Skills for Research Impact Series: KTT Strategies and Dissemination
2024-01-23 13:00 - 14:30 | ONLINE, Ontario, Canada
How do you share your research with non-academic audiences? Learn about a number of potential mechanisms you can use for knowledge mobilization, discover how to choose a mechanism that’s appropriate for your audience, and take a deep dive into several popular mechanisms for dissemination, including social media, research summaries, infographics, and media.
After attending this workshop, participants will be able to:

Recognize various opportunities for dissemination of research to non-academic audiences
Select an appropriate option for dissemination to your audience
List and apply skills learned related to popular dissemination mechanisms: Social media, Policy brief or 2-page summary, Infographic or visual summary, Media outreach
List resources that will help disseminate your research in additional ways

Register to attend.

Stress Eating Workshop
2024-01-25 19:00 - 21:00 | ONLINE, Ontario, Canada
If going to the fridge is your #1 stress management strategy, it may be time to learn more about how stress drives us to emotional eating, and ways to start addressing it.
This 2 hour evening online workshop with Kathy Somers of the Stress Management & High Performance Clinic includes tips on decreasing emotional eating, integrating biofeedback, and trying four emotional calming strategies.
Full details and registration.
Fees:

$5 for University of Guelph students (due to a subsidy from U of G Student Health Services)
$19 for members of United Steelworkers Local 4120 (due to a subsidy from Local 4120)
$37 for all others

Guelph Organic Trade Show
2024-01-26 - 2024-01-27 | University Centre, 150 Research Ln, Guelph, Ontario, N1G2W1, Canada
Join us for the Guelph Organic Trade Show at the University Center on Jan. 26 from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. and on Jan. 27 from 9 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.
The trade show will feature businesses from across the organic sector, showcasing everything from organic seeds to your favorite organic brands. The best part is that the trade show is FREE and open to the public, with no registration required!

Free Drop-In Recreational Skating
2024-01-26 11:00 - 13:00 | Gryphon Centre Arena, 149 Reynolds Walk, Guelph, Ontario, N1G 4Z8, Canada
Grab your skates and head down to the Gryphon Centre Arena for a recreational skate. Skating is a great way to take a break in the day.
Hosted by Athletics & Recreation for staff and faculty to attend as part of Wellness @ Work. Helmets recommended. No skate rentals are available.
Need your skates sharpened? You can get them sharpened at Gryph’s Pro Shop in the Arena. They will be open for skate sharpening from 10:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. on Wellness @ Work skate days and the charge is $9.00.

Wellness Friday: A journey to wellness one step at a time
2024-01-26 12:00 - 13:00 | ONLINE, Ontario, Canada
Many of us use the beginning of a new year to renew our commitment to living a healthier lifestyle, but how often are these resolutions kept? This session will examine what wellness means and provides simple steps to help participants set their own health goals and keep them on track for achieving their personal definitions of wellness.
Register now for Wellness Friday!
Facilitated by Homewood Health.

Landscape Architecture Guest Lecture: Rosalea Monacella - Harvard University
2024-01-29 12:00 - 13:00 | ONLINE, Ontario, Canada
The Landscape Architecture program in the School of Environmental Design and Rural Development presents a guest lecture entitled “Matters of Ground,” by Dr. Rosalea Monacella, a Design Critic in Landscape Architecture at Harvard University, Graduate School of Design.
Rosalea is also a registered Landscape Architect and has undertaken research on a number of cities around the world, generated urban masterplans for cities in China, USA, South America, Europe and Australia that explore design at the nexus of the urban and natural environments, and has been the recipient of a number of national and international awards and grants related to her practice-based research as co-founder of the OUTR Research Lab at RMIT University Melbourne, Australia. All are welcome to attend the online lecture.

Better Sleep Program
2024-01-29 17:30 - 18:30 | ONLINE, Ontario, Canada
Learn how to fall asleep (or back to sleep) more easily, decrease insomnia, and get more energy from sleep by using the proven, drug-free strategies recommended by sleep specialists.
Go at your own pace through each lesson in this special online, on-demand, 5-session sleep skills program with Kathy Somers of the Stress Management & High Performance Clinic.
You have lifetime access to the lessons and can begin today!
Full details and registration.
Fees:

$20 for University of Guelph students (due to a subsidy from U of G Student Health Services)

$49 for members of United Steelworkers Local 4120 (due to a subsidy from Local 4120)

$97 for all others

Open Scholarship Brown Bag Series: Creating and Using ORCID iDs
2024-01-30 12:00 - 12:45 | ONLINE, Ontario, Canada
In this first brown bag, you will learn what ORCID iDs are and how to use your ORCID iD to improve your research workflow. You’ll also have time to set one up in the session (it takes under 5 minutes!).
Specifically, this brown bag will cover:

Setting up an ORCID iD
Benefits of ORCID and persistent identifiers in research
Using ORCID in your research and publication workflows
Questions from audience members

Skills for Research Impact Series: Clear Language Writing
2024-01-30 13:00 - 14:30 | ONLINE, Ontario, Canada
Hone your clear communications skills! Get tips on how to structure and write clear language summaries of your research for dissemination to lay audiences.
At the end of this workshop, participants will be able to:

Define what clear language communication is
Recall why clear language communication is important in Knowledge Mobilization
Explain the importance of identifying and understanding the needs of your audience
Evaluate the clarity of various communication pieces
Construct clear language communication using organization, language, and formatting strategies

Register to attend.

Relaxation & Stress Management Skills
2024-01-30 19:00 - 20:00 | ONLINE, Ontario, Canada
Learn how to relax tight muscles, calm anxiety, settle a busy a brain, and have more energy. Strengthen your ability to restore yourself during these challenging times. A smorgasbord of practical techniques for thriving under pressure are practiced in and out of class to begin developing lifetime skills.
The continuity of this 12-session program can help you keep a more even keel and manage stress throughout the semester.
This 12-session training program with Kathy Somers of the Stress Management & High Performance Clinic meets online for an hour twice a week, on Tuesday and Thursday evenings, beginning at 7:00 pm Tuesday, January 30.
Full details and registration.
Fees:

$40 for University of Guelph students (due to a subsidy from U of G Student Health Services)
$97 for members of United Steelworkers Local 4120 (due to a subsidy from Local 4120)
$197 for all others

Research Connections
2024-02-01 17:30 - 19:00 | University Centre – Peter Clark Hall
Research Connections is an interdisciplinary social and professional networking event bringing together undergraduate students, graduate students, student representatives, faculty, and staff from across the research campus community. It is an initiative of the Experiential Learning Hub, partially funded by the Student Life Enhancement Fund (SLEF).
Schedule:

5 – 5:30 p.m. – Registration and entry into event
5:30 – 7 p.m. – Presentations, information booths, networking, and discussion

What to expect:

Talk to faculty, including undergraduate research assistant (URA, ISURA, and/or USRA) supervisors who have previously supervised students or have upcoming research opportunities available.
Learn more about research opportunities available on campus and any current openings, e.g., lab openings, paid or volunteer research opportunities, and research assistant positions supervised by faculty or staff.
Learn about services on campus that can give you a competitive advantage in your next application, e.g., resume/cover letter writing, interview skills, peer helper and career advisor services.
Explore information booths from key departments on campus that can help you along your undergraduate research journey and help prepare you for life after graduation.
Socializing and networking in a fun, casual, and accessible setting
Free food!

Who should attend?
Students across all majors and degree programs are welcome! Whether you’re contemplating pursuing research, looking for your first opportunity, in your last before graduating, or you’re a seasoned researcher and want to provide mentorship and guidance to those newer to research, there’s something for everyone. RSVP on Experience Guelph.
Staff/Faculty: If you’d like to attend Research Connections to promote your research opportunity, please email experience@uoguelph.ca

Owl Prowl (In-Person)
2024-02-02 09:00 - 11:00, 2024-02-03 18:00 - 20:00 | Arboretum Centre, 250 Arboretum Rd, Guelph, N1G 2W1, Canada
Discover how to use your eyes and ears to identify Ontario’s Owls. Through a wide variety of hands-on activities participants will learn about owl plumage, calls and behaviour, habitat requirements, migration patterns, and owl folklore. We’ll end the evening with an outdoor owl prowl on The Arboretum grounds.
The Adults only program is for adults and teens aged 14+. The Families program is open to everyone, however children must be accompanied by an adult. *Maximum 25 people.
Fee: $14 (plus HST) per person, per session (evening).
Register to attend.

The Caring North: Fostering Care and Wellbeing in Northern Communities
2024-02-02 12:00 - 13:30 | ONLINE, Ontario, Canada
What does a caring community look like?
What are the unique care and wellbeing preferences and needs of northern, Inuit, and First Nations women and girls?
And what are northern, Inuit, and First Nations people and organizations doing to create caring communities in the north?
Join us for an important Community Cares discussion about factors that interrupt and build community care and wellbeing. This panel will be of interest to community members, local organizations, community-based researchers, and anyone working on building and restoring caring communities.
Date: Friday, Feb. 2, 2024
Time: 1:00 – 2:30 pm AT | 12 pm ET | 9 am PT
Location: Virtual (via Zoom; link will be sent the day before the event)
Registration
Panelists:

Dr. Sylvia Moore, Associate Professor, School of Arctic and Subarctic Studies, Memorial University
Aja Mason, Executive Director, Yukon Status of Women Council
Alyson Colón, Research Manager, Nunavummi Disabilities Makinnasuaqtiit Society (NDMS)
ᓄᓇᕗᒻᒥ ᑎᒥᒥᒍᑦ ᐊᔪᕈᑎᓕᖕᓄᑦ ᒪᑭᓐᓇᓱᐊᖅᑎ ᓄᓇᕗᒻᒥ
Deirdre Connolly, Regional Manager, Labrador Office, End Sexual Violence NL
Nicole Dicker, Executive Director, Nain SafeHouse
Host: Petrina Beals, Executive Director, Violence Prevention Labrador

Winter Birdwatching at The Arboretum
2024-02-04 09:00 - 11:00 | Arboretum Centre, 250 Arboretum Rd, Guelph, N1G 2W1, Canada
It may seem cold and dark, but winter can be an incredible time for birdwatching!
Join us for a winter stroll through The Arboretum in search of our toughest birds, and learn about how they persevere through our most challenging season. We’ll also be on the lookout for visitors from the north, as several birds from our northern forests sometimes visit The Arboretum on their winter travels. This walk is a great introduction to birding for new birders or an opportunity to hone your skills if you have some experience, and we will have binoculars available to borrow.
Please dress warmly, as birding requires lots of standing still and it may be chilly!
Fee: $12 (plus HST) per person.
Register to attend.

U of G on Tour: Get to know your Athletics and Recreation Facilities!
2024-02-05 12:00 - 13:00 | Athletics Centre, 150 Reynolds Walk, Guelph, Ontario, Canada
Looking to start a new fitness or wellness journey? Did you know that all staff/faculty on campus have access to a subsidized rate to use the on-campus facilities? Join us on a tour of what programming/services and equipment are available to our staff/faculty members and why the Athletic facilities might just be the best fit for you!
Attendees of this tour will receive a free day pass for recreation in the Guelph Gryphons Athletics Centre, including access to the Fitness Centre and / or a fitness class, to use at their convenience!

Virtual Gardening Fundamentals
2024-02-05 19:00 - 20:00 | Arboretum Centre, 250 Arboretum Rd, Guelph, N1G 2W1, Canada
Garden Fundamentals will focus on ornamental gardens including trees, shrubs, perennials, bulbs and grasses. You will gain a good understanding of how these plants grow and their relationship with the soil. Robert Pavlis will cover lots of practical topics such as planting, maintenance, plant selection, sun/shade requirements, and give you some of his top picks. This course is suitable for the beginner and intermediate gardener.
Week 1: Understanding soil
Week 2: Selecting the right soil for gardens, raised beds and containers
Week 3: Perennials
Week 4: Trees and shrubs
Week 5: Spring and summer bulbs
Week 6: Ornamental grasses and garden myths
Week 7: Weeds, pests and diseases
Robert is a Master Gardener and garden writer who publishes two popular gardening blogs and has published several gardening books. He owns and operates a private botanical garden where he grows over 3,000 different varieties of plants.
Fee: $10 (plus HST) per person, per session or sign up for all 7 and get one free ($60 instead of $70) Please note: You must sign up for all 7 at once in a single transaction to receive the discount.
Register to attend.

WSET Level 3 Award in Wines Certification
2024-02-05 19:00 - 21:30 | Macdonald Stewart Hall, 42 Macdonald St, Guelph, Ontario, Canada
This advanced level certification is designed to give a more comprehensive coverage of the wines of the world. Students will benefit from in-depth high-quality tastings and detailed understanding of grape growing and wine making. You will be able to assess wines accurately and use your understanding to confidently explain wine style and quality.
This qualification is suitable for employees in the trade, supervisory, management or those required to respond professionally to consumer queries. This course is also ideal for the wine enthusiast wanting to build on knowledge gained in Level 2.
Level 3 is highly regarded by employers. Upon successful completion, you will receive a WSET certificate and lapel pin, and will be able to use the associated WSET certified logo.
This 14-week world-renowned course will be held on Monday evenings starting February 5th, 2024 in PJ’s Restaurant – Macdonald Stewart Hall.
Please register by December 4th, 2023.
Open to the public! Discount for U of G students, faculty, staff and alumni.
Learn more! https://www.uoguelph.ca/hftm/wine-spirits-beer

Drop-In Blood Pressure Clinic
2024-02-06 09:30 - 11:30 | Alexander Hall
High blood pressure can increase your risk for serious health problems including stroke, heart disease, and heart attacks. As faculty and staff, you can take an easy step to improve your heart health and drop-in at Occupational Health and Wellness to get your blood pressure tested.
Drop-In Blood Pressure Clinics:
Registration is not required. Put a hold in your calendar for the time you wish to attend to make sure you remember to attend!

February 6, 9:30 to 11:30 a.m.
February 15, 1:30 to 3:30 p.m.
February 21, 10:00 a.m. to noon
February 28, 1:30 to 3:30 p.m.
