Supporting Student Mental Wellness: Lessons from the Learning to Bounce and Thriving in Action programs
Student mental wellness is an on-going concern for the post-secondary sector, and there's a need for innovative solutions! Join us as we showcase two innovative student support programs on campus: Learning to Bounce and Thriving in Action. Our expert panelists include accessibility advisors, a learning specialist, and a wellness educator. This event aims to provide
Morning Mindful Moment
Join 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
University of Guelph Grant Program Info Session 2024
The Wellness@Work Grant Program encourages faculty and staff across all campuses and research stations at the University of Guelph to help promote wellness in their workplace through the implementation of a tailored health‐promoting program, approach or idea in their workplace. Registration for this information session is for University of Guelph employees only within the Guelph
The Working Mind For People Managers- Part 2
Workplaces are playing a greater role in promoting positive mental health among employees. The Working Mind (TWM) is an evidence-based training developed by the Mental Health Commission of Canada designed to provide practical knowledge and skills to address mental health in the workplace. Participants will learn how to: Recognize the impact of stigma and discuss
U of G on Tour: Biodiversity, Insect Collection and DNA Barcoding
Ever wonder how DNA is determined and used to identify species? Meeting at the entrance to the Centre for the Biodiversity Genomics, building 135, starting at 12 pm, this 60-minute tour will include a review of DNA barcoding processes and a visit to the Centre’s insect collection. Limited to 10 participants.
Live @ImprovLab: Susanna Hood Trio and Sarah Belle Reid
Please join us on Wednesday, April 17 at 7:30 p.m. (ET) for the series premier of Live @ImprovLab, featuring the Susanna Hood Trio and Sarah Belle Reid in an inspiring double bill. This performance hosted by the International Institute for Critical Studies in Improvisation (IICSI) will take place in person at ImprovLab, MacKinnon 108 at
Wellness Friday: Psychological Hygiene
From a very young age we adopt common physical hygiene habits such as brushing our teeth, washing our hands and taking regular showers. What about hygiene habits that focus on our mental health? This 1 hour, interactive session will increase participant’s awareness and understanding of psychological hygiene while learning the factors that can promote and
Terrific Turtles of Ontario (In-person)
We have 8 different amazing species of turtles in Ontario, but a frightening fact is that all 8 of these species are listed as ‘at risk’ in our province. Come and take advantage of the opportunity to meet live specimens of many of these species and learn about their individual habits and skills for surviving
Pond Workshop (In-Person)
Ponds teem with a diversity of organisms that conduct their lives largely unseen below the surface. This workshop will kick off with a slide show that will dive beneath the surface to reveal some of these fascinating creatures including frogs, fairy shrimp and salamanders. The importance of vernal pools will be highlighted. These temporary ponds
Arboretum Spring Clean-Up
Join us as we celebrate Earth month by helping us clean-up the litter in the Arboretum and enjoy the beautiful weather that Spring brings! Bring a colleague or even your whole team. Individuals will be put in pairs or groups of three as we clean the Arboretum. Gloves, pickers, and garbage bags will be provided.
Leading Sustainability at U of G: Discussions to Take Action
Join us for an inspiring and interactive workshop designed to empower University of Guelph staff to take meaningful action towards sustainability in their personal and professional lives. In this workshop, Samantha Casey from the University of Guelph Sustainability Office will lead you through practical strategies and actionable steps for integrating sustainability practices into your daily
Arboretum Noon Hour Walk
Arboretum 250 Arboretum Road, GuelphNature is known to be unpredictable and unexpected, so what awaits us today? Christa, The Arboretum's Naturalist Intern, will be leading one-hour long walks every Wednesday. Walks start at The Arboretum kiosk at the Campus entrance to the Arboretum at 12:15 p.m. every Wednesday. For more information contact Christa at arb.naturalist@uoguelph.ca or ext. 53615. Please
The Future of Cybersecurity in Agriculture: Networking Event
This succinct 3 hour event, starting at 2 p.m., will bring together thought leaders and innovators to delve into pressing challenges and opportunities facing the agricultural sector in the realm of cybersecurity. Check-In & Networking (1:30 to 2 p.m.) Opening Remarks (2 to 2:15 p.m.) Securing Our Fields: Understanding and Addressing Cybersecurity Risks in Agriculture
U of G on Tour: Biodiversity, Insect Collection and DNA Barcoding
Ever wonder how DNA is determined and used to identify species? Meeting at the entrance to the Centre for the Biodiversity Genomics, building 135, starting at noon, this 60-minute tour will include a review of DNA barcoding processes and a visit to the Centre’s insect collection. Limited to 10 participants.
The Art of Adornment: A talk with John Van de Kamer of Knar Jewellery
Calling all jewelry lovers! Want to learn the art of adornment? Join us at the Art Gallery of Guelph on Thursday, April 25 at 2 pm.., for a conversation about the art and science of grading, identifying, and designing gems with John Van de Kamer, Knar Jewellery's General Manager. Learn about the difference between natural
Introduction to the Professional and Career Development Record (PCDR)
The Professional and Career Development Record (PCDR) is a tool built into Experience Guelph that launched in November 2021. The PCDR formally recognizes a student's involvement in on- and off- campus professional and career development activities, most notably experiential learning. By the end of this workshop participants will be able to: Explain the purpose of
Wonderous Wildflowers: Spring Blooms Workshop (In-person)
Spring has arrived and the flowers are beginning to bloom! Join us to explore the wonderous world of spring wildflowers. In-classroom learning will focus on foundational botany and an introduction to the plant families we might encounter during the springtime. Visiting Arboretum sites like Victoria Woods, Wild Goose Woods, and the close to the public
Big Ideas Lecture and Art Exhibition Launch: What Remains
Launching the ArtsEverywhere festival organized and presented by Musagetes, join the artists of the El Paso-based What Remains Collective (Dr. Adriana Alvarez, Iris Morales, Mabel Weber, and Monica Lozano) for a guided conversation about documenting the stories of immigrant families as well as the belongings abandoned by individuals over the course of attempts to cross
Sensational Snakes of Ontario (In-person)
Snakes are often misunderstood and maligned. We would love to change the negative perception of these animals by teaching the truth about them. Please join us at this workshop and learn to identify and understand our native Ontario species of snakes. We will cover their habits, ranges and habitats. Live specimens will be available to
Faculty Writing Retreat 2024 – Hybrid
Are you trying to find time to work on an article or book chapter? Register now for the 11th annual Faculty Writing Retreat (FWR). Date: Monday to Friday, May 6 to 10, 2024 from 9:15 a.m. to 4 p.m. Writing Services hosts this free, week-long retreat for University of Guelph faculty, staff, and postdoctoral scholars working on