Being Kin with the Land
Nii’kinaaganaa…we are related. We will remember what it means to be kin with nii’kinaaganaa through teachings, story and song with Anishnaabe Mixed Ancestry Knowledge Keeper, Jan Sherman. Jan is an Anishaabe and Mixed Ancestry mother, culture keeper, storyteller, drummer, and spiritual guide. She has spent the last 25 years of her life helping people remember
Remembrance Day Reflection
Join us for a Remembrance Day Reflection event where U of G representatives will offer remarks and music will be provided by the Gryphon Singers. This will be held indoors at the University Centre Atrium.
U of G Plant Agriculture 2023 Silent Auction Fundraiser
The Department of Agriculture is hosting a silent auction with all proceeds donated to the United Way - Guelph, Wellington and Dufferin - U of G campaign. Below is a listing of the items in the auction. Signed & Framed Doug Gilmour Leaf’s Jersey Chocolate & Wine Tasting for Six Paintings from 2 Local Guelph
20-Minute Mindful Mid-day Movement Break
ONLINE Ontario, CanadaWant more out of your lunch hour? Join us online at Noon ET on Thursdays for a 20-minute Mindful Movement that can be done at your desk or on your mat. Connect with your mind and body to recharge/reset your day. All are welcome. Invite friends or colleagues and practice together! Join Zoom Meeting: https://zoom.us/j/95484128908
Soka Education Research Centre on Global Citizenship 6th annual special lecture
The Soka Education Research Centre on Global Citizenship (SERC-GC) is hosting its 6th annual special lecture on Nov. 16, from 7 to 8:30 pm. Our guest presenter this year is Dr. Maria Guajardo from Soka University (Japan) who will speak about Dialogic Learning and Global Citizenship Education. Please see attached poster to register. It's virtual
2023 OVC Graduate Studies Preview Day
The Ontario Veterinary College with support from the Office of Graduate and Postdoctoral Studies at the University of Guelph will host an in-person information session showcasing many of the graduate programs offered at OVC. Light refreshments will be served. Representatives from each of the following OVC graduate programs will be on hand to answer questions:
Mawadisidiwag | They Visit Each Other
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.
EDI Lunch & Learns: EDI at U of G
Join the Office of Diversity & Human Rights for the second Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion Lunch & Learn! Bring your lunch and learn more about equity, diversity, and inclusion principles and how they can applied here at U of G. Engage in a lively discussion about how we can all contribute to a university community
2023 Schofield Lecture – Dr. Jean Pierre Lavoie – Riding the Waves: From Equine Practice to Translational Research
About the Lecture: In this presentation, Dr. Lavoie will discuss his career path and how a clinical observation led to collaborations with clinicians and scientists in human studies. He will also share insights into his work in developing research programs for NSERC and CIHR, and touch upon the pros and cons of being a veterinary
Addressing Microaggressions in Teaching and Learning
Have you ever witnessed a microaggression in a learning environment? Were you satisfied with the way you responded? In this practical, hands-on session delivered by Dr. Melanie-Anne Atkins, we will explore multiple ways of responding to microaggressions in virtual and in-person classrooms. By the end of this session, you will be able to adapt and
Human Rights & You: Addressing Discrimination and Harassment on Campus
This interactive workshop encourages participants to move beyond the text of Ontario's human rights legislation to understand how legal requirements affect our day-to-day work. How do we identify when behaviour is harassment or discrimination? How do we know when behaviour rises to the level of a human rights violation? What is a reasonable response to
Winter Birdwatching at The Arboretum
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
20-Minute Mindful Mid-day Movement Break
ONLINE Ontario, CanadaWant more out of your lunch hour? Join us online at Noon ET on Thursdays for a 20-minute Mindful Movement that can be done at your desk or on your mat. Connect with your mind and body to recharge/reset your day. All are welcome. Invite friends or colleagues and practice together! Join Zoom Meeting: https://zoom.us/j/95484128908
Judging Disagreements: Reflections from Justice Huscroft
Join the Department of Political Science and the Justice and Legal Studies team to hear Justice Huscroft from the Court of Appeal of Ontario discuss his remarkable career as scholar, professor, and judge. After almost a decade of judging some of the most difficult cases at one of the nation’s most prestigious courts, Justice Huscroft
The Impact of Social Networks on the Work-Life Choices of South Asian Women in Ontario, Canada (Webinar)
Webinar hosted by Canada India Research Centre for Learning and Engagement (CIRCLE) Presented by Anju Philip: Ph.D. Candidate, Department of Management, Gordon S. Lang School of Business and Economics, University of Guelph South Asians are currently the largest visible minority group in Canada, and there continues to be an influx of highly educated and skilled
A Year in the Life of Parliament
Hear from Canadian political scientist and former Chief of Staff to the Prime Minister of Canada, Dr. Ian Brodie. Department of Political Science welcomes Dr. Ian Brodie from the University of Calgary When: November 24, 2023, 12:00pm - 1:00pm Where: Rozanski Hall 105 For information, visit: csahs.uoguelph.ca/brodie
WSET Level 1 Award In Wine Certification
The Wine & Spirit Education Trust (WSET) Level 1 Award in Wines is an entry level world recognized qualification providing a straightforward introduction to wine. It is ideal for boosting the confidence of new or inexperienced front-line staff in the hospitality and retail sectors. It is also a great course for those wanting to know
In-person panel discussion: Kept Alive Within Us art exhibition at the AGG
Featuring artists Sandra Brewster, Ésery Mondesir, and Farihah Aliyah Shah in dialogue with moderator Starasea Camara, this panel discussion will explore themes and issues raised in Kept Alive Within Us, a group exhibition at the Art Gallery of Guelph curated by Sally Frater that explores various rituals related to the everyday and the natural environment
Hospitality Services United Way Silent Auction
Hospitality Services is hosting a virtual silent auction in support of United Way Guelph Wellington Dufferin. The auction is open from November 27 to December 8 at 11:30 p.m. Bid
Giving Tuesday
Giving Tuesday: Unlock Brighter Futures for our Students The University of Guelph is set to mark Giving Tuesday, a global generosity movement where charities, companies, institutions and individuals rally for causes that are near and dear to their hearts. Giving Tuesday will take place on November 28 and U of G is inviting everyone to help