In-person Interaction: Bina Agarwal
Bina Agarwal, professor of Development Economics and Environment, University of Manchester, will receive an honorary degree from the University of Guelph on June 13 and deliver the convocation address on June 14. Watch the ceremonies online. CIRCLE invites you to a celebratory reception for Bina Agarwal. Monday, June 13, from 4 to 5:30 p.m., University
ONLINE: Thriving in Action – Finding Balance
How do we find a balance between being a student, a worker, a friend, a family member? How do we find joy in our many roles? In this Thriving in Action session, we will explore how we can integrate the many facets of our lives together. We will identify habits that help us thrive and learn practical time management strategies to help us build new
Conversations on Slumdog Millionaire with Author Vikas Swarup
CONVERSATIONS ON SLUMDOG MILLIONAIRE WITH VIKAS SWARUP, FORMER DIPLOMAT and AUTHOR OF Q&A Interviewer Madhur Anand, Governor General's award-winning writer and professor of ecology and environmental sciences, University of Guelph Reema Patel, lawyer and activist who published her first novel, Such Big Dreams, in May 2022 Wednesday, June 15 from 7 to 8:30 p.m. Bookshelf
ONLINE: Ontario Veterinary College Chappel Memorial Lecture with Dr. Laszlo Radvanyi
The 2022 Chappel Lecture will be presented by Dr. Laszlo Radvanyi, President and Scientific Director of the Ontario Institute for Cancer Research (OICR). The annual Chappel Lecture was established by 1950 OVC graduate Clifford Chappel in memory of his father, to give students and faculty the opportunity to meet internationally known scientists. Modulation of the
In-person Interaction: Vikas Swarup
Vikas Swarup, former diplomat and author of Q&A will receive an honorary degree from the University of Guelph and deliver the convocation address on June 16. Watch the ceremony online. CIRCLE invites you to a celebratory reception for Vikas Swarup on June 16 at 4 p.m. in the Summerlee Science Complex Atrium. RSVP online.
Storied Lives: Shifting Perspectives on Poverty
Storied Lives: Shifting Perspectives on Poverty is a joint research project by the Guelph and Wellington Task Force for Poverty Elimination, the University of Guelph’s Community Engaged Scholarship Institute, and Live Work Well Research Centre. The project aims to encourage members of the public to examine their assumptions about the causes of poverty by amplifying
ONLINE: Virtual Constellation Walk
Learning the night sky is like getting to know a new neighborhood. At first, it may seem big and confusing, but as you strike out and become more and more familiar with prominent landmarks, the day comes when you realize that the neighborhood is no longer new. It’s home. Join us for monthly sessions as
Alumni and Reunion Week 2022
Join our biggest alumni celebration of the year! This hybrid event features virtual events June 20 - 23 and on-campus reunions June 24 - 26. Take a trip down memory lane from the comfort of your home and celebrate your time at U of G by attending one or all six virtual alumni events. Reunion
ONLINE: Alumni and Reunion Week – Cooking Class in the Anita Stewart Memorial Food Lab
Join our biggest alumni celebration of the year! This hybrid event features virtual events June 20 - 23 and on-campus reunions June 24 - 26. Take a trip down memory lane from the comfort of your home and celebrate your time at U of G by attending one or all six virtual alumni events. Cooking Class in the Anita Stewart
International Day of Yoga: Self-exploration through Chakra energy system
International Day of Yoga: Self-exploration through Chakra energy system Please join us on Tuesday, June 21 from noon to 1:30 p.m. (ET) to learn about Self-exploration through Chakra energy system and to celebrate the UN International Day of Yoga with Nora Benian (Sundari). Enjoy a combination of a lecture, as well as a yoga and
ONLINE: Alumni and Reunion Week – Alumni Trivia Night
Join our biggest alumni celebration of the year! This hybrid event features virtual events June 20 - 23 and on-campus reunions June 24 - 26. Take a trip down memory lane from the comfort of your home and celebrate your time at U of G by attending one or all six virtual alumni events. Alumni Trivia Night Connect with friends
ONLINE: Alumni and Reunion Week – Career Growth Mindset Webinar with Experiential Learning Hub
Join our biggest alumni celebration of the year! This hybrid event features virtual events June 20 - 23 and on-campus reunions June 24 - 26. Take a trip down memory lane from the comfort of your home and celebrate your time at U of G by attending one or all six virtual alumni events. Career Growth Mindset Webinar with Experiential
Arboretum Workshop: Wednesday Noon Walks
Nature is know to be unpredictable and unexpected, so what awaits us today? Michelle, the Arboretum's Naturalist Intern, will lead hour-long walks every Wednesday. Walks start at the Arboretum kiosk at 12:15 p.m. Wednesday Noon Walks are free to join. For more information contact Michelle at beltranm@uoguelph.ca or 519-824-4120, Ext. 53615. Please note that the
ONLINE: Thriving in Action – A Mindful Approach to Academics
Explore how to be in and make the most of the present moment. A mindful approach can help you to pay attention to yourself and what is around you and can be directly transferred to becoming a thriving student. Learn how mindfulness strategies can be applied to planning, increasing your focus, and taking notes in lecture
Arboretum Workshop: Wednesday Evening Walks
J.C. Taylor Nature Interpretive CentreJoin us each Wednesday for the months of June, July and August at the J.C. Nature Center (Arboretum, University of Guelph) from 7 to 8:30 p.m. to explore different aspects of the world around us! Cost is $2 per person and free for kids under 5. June 29: Putting Down Roots - Join us as
ONLINE: Alumni and Reunion Weekend – Don’t Worry, Be Happy Webinar
Join our biggest alumni celebration of the year! This hybrid event features virtual events June 20 - 23 and on-campus reunions June 24 - 26. Take a trip down memory lane from the comfort of your home and celebrate your time at U of G by attending one or all six virtual alumni events. Don't Worry, Be Happy Webinar Learn
ONLINE: Deep Dish Dialogues with Chef Joseph Shawana
The next episode of Deep Dish Dialogues airs Thursday, June 23 at noon. In this episode, Chef Joseph Shawana will tell us about his work as an Indigenous chef and educator. We’ll learn about Indigenous cuisine and food history while Joseph prepares a baked chicken with pesto made from wild ramps and maple syrup. Join
ONLINE: Alumni and Reunion Week – Alumni Wine Night hosted by Southbrook Winery
Join our biggest alumni celebration of the year! This hybrid event features virtual events June 20 - 23 and on-campus reunions June 24 - 26. Take a trip down memory lane from the comfort of your home and celebrate your time at U of G by attending one or all six virtual alumni events. Wine Night - hosted by Southbrook
Reunion Weekend 2022
Join our biggest alumni celebration of the year! This hybrid event features virtual events June 20 - 23 and on-campus reunions June 24 - 26. Reunion groups are invited back to campus June 24 - 26 to celebrate their milestone anniversaries! Take part in reunion events, campus tours and other social events! Learn more online.
Arboretum Workshop: Wednesday Noon Walks
Nature is know to be unpredictable and unexpected, so what awaits us today? Michelle, the Arboretum's Naturalist Intern, will lead hour-long walks every Wednesday. Walks start at the Arboretum kiosk at 12:15 p.m. Wednesday Noon Walks are free to join.