Arboretum Workshop: Virtual Composting for Gardeners – Introduction
An introduction to the composting process including the role of microbes, greens and browns, carbon to nitrogen ratios, moisture levels, the importance of temperature and a definition for finished compost. We’ll take a brief look at the pros and cons of various composting methods so that you can select the right workshop for you, in
Staff and Faculty: Free Drop-In Recreational Skating
Celebrate February with some skating, hot beverages and snacks! Grab your skates and head down to the Gryphon Centre Arena for a recreational skate. Helmets recommended but you must provide your own skates. Hot beverages and light snacks will be available. Register through Qualtrics! https://uoguelph.eu.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_9YR56k4vCZUOlU2 Please also consider bringing an item to donate to the
Wellness@Work: Mindful Morning Moment
ONLINE Ontario, CanadaJoin this short mindful moment or the entire series to kick start your Monday morning and your week. This mindfulness exercise will be a guided activity focused on guided breathing. Join to sit back, relax and follow along to the guided script to start your day in a positive way. All levels of experience are
Gryphon Pizza Day
Join us for the 5th annual Gryphon Pizza Day in support of She's Got Game sponsored by Domino's Guelph. On Pizza Day, $4 from every large cheese or pepperoni pizza sold will go to support women's athletics scholarships and programs at the University of Guelph. HOW TO PARTICIPATE In-person: Purchase a large pizza for $7.99
Arboretum Workshop: Virtual Wildlife Garden Design
Learn how to design a diverse garden space that attracts native wildlife species through key design elements, plant choices and maintenance needs. This course will draw from concepts found in The Arboretum’s Gosling Wildlife Gardens, while also offering insight on design features and plant species that have proven to be successful in our local Ontario
Unwind with Yoga and Tea
Learn the art of balance and relaxation by joining the U of G Yoga and Meditation Collective for a mindful afternoon of yoga followed by free tea and snacks. No experience is required and everyone is welcome. If possible, please do not eat at least 2 hours before the event. Register for the event and
Skills for Research Impact Workshop: Data Visualization
Help your audience understand the patterns and key insights hidden within your datasets by transforming them into meaningful and impactful visuals. After attending this workshop, participants will be able to: Understand what data visualization can accomplish and why it matters for knowledge mobilization Choose charts, figures and other visualizations appropriate for their data Identify and
2023 Marcel Ali Lecture in Aquatic Biology
The College of Biological Science is proud to host Prof. Holly A. Shiels (Faculty of Biology, Medicine and Health, University of Manchester) as the keynote speaker of the 2023 Marcel Ali Lecture in Aquatic Biology. From Oil Spills to Air Pollution: The Heartbreak of PAHs Polycyclic aromatic hydrocarbons (PAHs) derive from fossil fuels and enter
Black History Month 2023 Keynote: Intentional Intersectional Leadership with Payton Head
As a leader who represented thousands of diverse people from the U.S. and abroad, Payton Head had to find the unique balance between advocating for the well-being of the Black community while advocating for students of all different backgrounds. He discusses inclusive leadership strategies that focus on being intentionally intersectional in the representation of communities
Giving Games 2023 – Support Canadian Blood Services
University Centre 150 Research Ln, Guelph, Ontario, CanadaIntroducing the Giving Games! This competition, running from Feb. 27 to March 24, is between Ontario universities to see which school can "give” the most. There are 3 ways to “give”: 1 point: booking an appointment to donate blood (130 Silvercreek Pkwy. N.) 1 point: joining the stem cell registry (in the University Centre during
The Art of Health Winter Workshop Series: Workshop #2
Come and learn about the exciting intersections between theatre and psychotherapy! Curiosity is encouraged. It is difficult for many to find words to express the healing qualities that theatrical processes can bring. You are invited to come to join drama therapist Cassandra Brennan in exploring this relationship as well as the ways drama therapy seeks
The Conversation Canada: Workshop for faculty and researchers
The Conversation is a digital network of not-for-profit media outlets that publishes news and analysis curated by professional editors, from the academic and research communities. Since 2017, The Conversation Canada, a division of The Conversation, has worked directly with Canadian academics to publish research and share it with a broad audience. About the workshop This
Arboretum Workshop: Virtual Composting for Gardeners – Composting Piles, Bins and Drums
The previous workshop provided information about the composting process. This workshop is more hands on and looks at various methods for completing both hot and cold composting. Hot composting is the traditional method using one or more bins. This is a great system that makes faster compost, but it is impractical for smaller gardens. Various
Landcape Architecture Guest Lecture “Think Different, Plan Different, Change Outcomes – Rural Development Planning in Tanzania, Mozambique, and Colombia” by James DobbinThe Works of West 8″ by Adriaan Geuze
The Landscape Architecture program in the School of Environmental Design and Rural Development presents a guest lecture entitled “Think Different, Plan Different, Change Outcomes - Rural Development Planning in Tanzania, Mozambique, and Colombia”, by James Dobbin. James is the founder of Dobbin International (DI), a global leader in strategic spatial development planning of land, coast,
φαινω: Exploring an Ancient World of Creativity
GCS Presents: φαινω: Exploring an Ancient World of Creativity This free event is a vital component of engagement with the material taught in the Classical Studies program. The event will be split into two days; Friday, March 3rd, 2023 being a participatory “show & tell” of art, poetry, music, dance, and anything that does not
Tynecastle Park, Edinburgh – The future of football architecture?
Join us for a fascinating talk on historical and recent events in Scottish football architecture. Focusing on Edinburgh’s Tynecastle Park, the key issue is the survival of historical inner-city sports arenas and the quest to make football architecture more sustainable. The talk also highlights the importance of Archibald Leitch, the Scotsman who defined modern football
International Women’s Day: Coffee With the President
Faculty and staff are invited to join President Charlotte Yates to mark International Women’s Day with light refreshments. RSVP to help us minimize food waste. We are committed to sustainability.
Honouring International Women’s Day Conference 2023: Research, Recognize & Reimagine!
Join us on Wednesday, March 8 by registering for our free, hybrid conference, “Honouring International Women’s Day 2023: Research, Recognize & Reimagine!” With a particular focus on interdisciplinary research related to the challenges faced by underrepresented and marginalized folks, this conference will feature excellent keynote discussions, student presentations on current research addressing a breadth of
Giving Games 2023 – Support Canadian Blood Services
University Centre 150 Research Ln, Guelph, Ontario, CanadaIntroducing the Giving Games! This competition, running from Feb. 27 to March 24, is between Ontario universities to see which school can "give” the most. There are 3 ways to “give”: 1 point: booking an appointment to donate blood (130 Silvercreek Pkwy. N.) 1 point: joining the stem cell registry (in the University Centre during
Arboretum Workshop: Virtual Bird Song – Owls and Wetland Birds
Into birding but the songs have you stumped? Whether you are new to learning bird sounds or you want a good refresher before the Ontario Breeding Bird Atlas starts this spring, this course is for you. Join Chris Earley, Arboretum Interpretive Biologist and author of five bird field guides, for a series of eight virtual