U of G News

ONLINE: Self-Directed Academic Writing Style - Writing Style Choices in Sentences
2020-12-12 | ONLINE, Ontario, Canada
In response to programming moving online due to COVID-19, some materials from this two-part workshop on improving academic writing style are available anytime as self-directed videos and worksheets, through self-registration in CourseLink’s Online Instruction Resources from the Library. Once you have self-registered, navigate to Content > Writing > Improving Your Writing: Sentences and Word Choice (WORKSHOPS) > Writing Style Choices in Sentences.
Topics covered in this workshop include:

writing style basics
logical order of sentences
emphasis in sentences, and
parallelism

Self-register on CourseLink.

ONLINE: Thinking Spaces Speaker Series - "Improvising and Listening"
2020-12-18 15:00 - 16:30 (America/Toronto)
Thinking Spaces: The Reading Group and Speaker Series is pleased to present “Improvising and Listening,” a session on the Interactive Improvisation in Times of Isolation project featuring IICSI Researcher Dr. James Harley and students from the Critical Studies in Improvisation graduate program.
This last event of the semester will take place on Dec. 18 from 3 – 4:30 p.m. via Zoom. A Q&A will follow the talk.
In this session, Dr. Harley will introduce the project, and then each artist will introduce their piece and share their short audio-video recordings. There are seven artists, and each piece is about five minutes long. The artists will exchange comments and thoughts after sharing their works, and listeners are welcome to engage in the discussion and Q&A.
If you are interested in attending, please register online at uoguel.ph/InteractiveImprov.
Interactive Improvisation in Times of Isolation is a project by IICSI Researcher and University of Guelph professor, Dr. James Harley and Critical Studies in Improvisation (IMPR) Graduate Students, funded by the U of G “Creating in a Time of Coronavirus Fund,” along with matching support from the College of Arts, and private donors. Since October 2020, the project has been sharing weekly improvised solo and group responses to ambient nature recordings. The project utilizes social media and online platforms to connect with the audiences in place of in-person performances.
As always, Thinking Spaces is free and open to all. We hope to see you there!
Thank you to the University of Guelph’s Creating in a Time of Coronavirus Fund, College of Arts, and Private Donors for funding this project!
Interactive Improvisation in Times of Isolation Social Media
Facebook Page: https://www.facebook.com/InteractiveImprovisationInTimesOfIsolation
IICSI Research Library: http://improvisationinstitute.ca/research-project/interactiveimprovisation-in-times-of-isolation/

ONLINE: New Year 30-day Yoga Challenge
2021-01-04 12:00 - 13:00
De-stress, foster balance, and promote enjoyment through Classical Yoga
“We need yoga and community now more than ever.” – Sivananda
Namaste and Happy New Year 2021!
You are invited to join our 30-day Yoga Challenge that will help you establish a routine and deepen your practice. Start the new year in a healthy, invigorating way!
Four classical yoga instructors are teaming up to offer more timeslots and options to everyone for the month of January. The aim is to help you through the current lock-down and potentially increase your yoga practice. Come as often as you like! Fridays at noon there will be a class focused on mindfulness and meditation.
Please Join the 2021 New Year’s Yoga Challenge. The 30-Day Yoga Challenge schedule is posted here.
https://blissdeal.com/p/yoga.
Click on the name of the instructor for the Zoom link. Our regular Classical Yoga class twice a week every Tuesday and Thursday from 12 to 1 p.m. as part of the 30-Day Yoga Challenge!
Everyone is welcome. Any age, any fitness level can participate. Try not to eat two hours before the practice.
For those ready for the next level take a yoga class a day for 30 days, this is a wonderful way to experience first-hand the benefits to mind, body, and spirit of regular practice, in your own home, during lockdown. You will feel physically, mentally stronger, and more socially connected.
This event is brought to you by four classical yoga instructors and Classical Yoga for Total Health and Awareness at U of G. Sponsored by U of Guelph Wellness@Work.
Classical Yoga for Total Health and Awareness – CYTHA
A Total Health U of G Initiative
Wellness@Work U of G
Wellness@U of G, Guelph, Ridgetown, and Guelph-Humber

ONLINE: Virtual Nature in Winter Series
2021-01-08 12:00 - 13:00
Are you looking for ways to get out and enjoy nature in the winter? Join our Interpretive Interns, Kitty and Jenny as they explore Nature in Winter.
Topics include:

animal signs
animal adaptations
winter seed heads
animal tracking
trees in winter

Each course will finish with a short discussion period so you can ask all your nature in winter-related questions.
This fund-raising initiative will help support other Arboretum educational programs.
Fee: $10 (plus HST) per session, or register for all five and get $5 off – a total of five courses for $45 (plus HST). Register early to ensure your spot! This event will take place via Zoom. The list of topics and presentation dates are below.

ONLINE: Conversations About "The Commonwealth of Cricket"
2021-01-09 10:00 - 11:30
Kanta Murali in conversation with Ramachandra Guha, the author of the recent book The Commonwealth of Cricket. Following the narrative of his life intertwined and in love with the sport, Guha captures the magic of bat and ball that has ensnared billions.
Register online.

Ramachandra Guha, Author
Kanta Murali, Associate Professor, Political Science, University of Toronto

Presented by the Canada India Research Centre for Learning and Engagement.

ONLINE: Proteus Innovation Competition
2021-01-11
The Proteus Innovation Competition is a four-month long competition that challenges you to create a commercialization plan for 1 of 6 technologies developed out of southwestern Ontario’s top research institutions (University of Guelph, Western University, McMaster University, the University of Windsor, the University of Waterloo, and Wilfrid Laurier University).
This challenge offers teams the opportunity to win top prizes of $5,000 and is an excellent opportunity for anyone who wants to be an entrepreneur, but who doesn’t have an idea!
Register your competition team and submit a brief abstract by Jan. 11.

ONLINE: Data Skills - Introduction to Qualtrics
2021-01-13 10:30 - 12:00
This online workshop from the McLaughlin Library will demonstrate how to use Qualtrics to explore the fundamentals of survey creation.
Topics discussed in this workshop include:

how to create a Qualtrics account
how to find and use Qualtrics tutorials and training
how to create a basic Qualtrics survey
methodology tips for good survey design
common errors to avoid
using surveys for research data collection
how to access your survey results

This workshop is a part of our Data Skills Workshop Series, happening throughout the Winter 2021 semester.

ONLINE: Advantage Workshop - Innovation Toolkit
2021-01-14 15:00 - 16:00
Giving U of G research teams the tools they need to maximize the impact of their research and to produce innovative products and tools.
Hosted by the U of G’s Research Innovation Office. Presenters: Sima Gandhi and Amy Skeoch
This free online workshop enables researchers and their teams to elevate their dynamic problem solving and communication systems to realize the full value of every team member’s contribution. By embracing new ways of problem-solving and assessing risk, workshop participants will turn their ideas into valuable and well-considered solutions.
In this workshop, research teams will:

Develop skills related to assertive risk-taking
Investigate innovation tools such as design thinking, brainstorming and validation exercises

Please register for this FREE online workshop via the Eventbrite page. A webinar link will be emailed to registrants prior to the workshop date.
Questions? Contact accel@uoguelph.ca

ONLINE: Data Skills - Introduction to GIS using ArcMap
2021-01-15 10:00 - 12:00
Want to learn the basics of working with maps and geographic data? This workshop from the McLaughlin Library will teach you how to navigate ArcMap, the different kinds of GIS data, how to add data to a map, basic symbology, labelling, how to filter data, and how to create a finished map.
This online workshop is a part of the Data Skills Workshop Series, happening throughout the Winter 2021 semester.

ONLINE: Arboretum Workshop - All About Owls with Jenny and Kitty Lin
2021-01-15 12:00 - 13:00
Owls are mysterious and fascinating creatures, and the best part of all…they live right here in Ontario! However, they’re secretive and sneaky, so seeing or hearing one can be a special treat. Join us in learning about our native owls and some tips on finding them in your own neighborhood!

ONLINE: Arboretum Workshop - Winter Watercolour Landscapes Painting (Beginner)
2021-01-18 19:00 - 20:30
Join Watercolour Artist Candice Leyland and capture winter in the Arboretum in watercolour. You will learn several easy techniques to paint snow and trees in watercolour and put them together to create a lovely winter landscape. This class is great for beginners! Reference photos and supply list will be provided.
Fee: $25 (plus HST) per person.

ONLINE: Nature Throughout the Seasons for International Students and New Canadians Series
2021-01-19 12:00 - 13:00
This free online series is catered to University of Guelph international students and other community members new to Canada. New to the area? Come with us to explore The Arboretum and learn what you can find in nature throughout the winter, spring, summer and fall! Please keep checking the Arboretum website for the announcement of programs in the later seasons.

ONLINE: Data Skills - Advanced Survey Creation in Qualtrics: Creating Data with Online Surveys
2021-01-20 10:00 - 12:00
This online workshop from the McLaughlin Library will explore the more advanced question types and features of Qualtrics.
Topics covered in this workshop include:

the various question types and methods like logic, piped text, loop and merge, timed questions, scoring, embedded data and randomization
how to use Survey Flow to meet complicated research designs
how to create and edit messaging in your survey

ONLINE: Snow Days - Study Smarter
2021-01-20 15:30 - 16:20
Feel like you need some new strategies to get you on the right track this semester? Then, this session is for you! Join Victoria, a Learning Specialist in the McLaughlin Library, to learn about different study strategies to help make your studying both effective and creative. We will also talk about some strategies to help keep you well while you are studying and learning online.
This event is part of Snow Days, a month of programming designed for first year students to make the most of their U of G experience. Check out other Snow Days events on GryphLife. Just look for Snow Days in the title!

ONLINE: 'this red line goes straight to your heart' - A roundtable on intergenerational storytelling
2021-01-21 11:00 - 12:30
A discussion of Madhur Anand’s book This Red Line Goes Straight to Your Heart.

Madhur Anand – Professor, School of Environmental Sciences and author, University of Guelph
Nurjehan Aziz – Publisher, Mawenzi House
Bela Ravi – Chancellor of Huntington University
Soraya Peerbaye – Award-winning author of Tell: Poems for a Girlhood
Mariam Pirbhai – Professor of English and author of Outside People and Other Stories, Wilfrid Laurier University

Presented by Canada India Research Centre for Learning and Engagement and DESI News.
https://uoguel.ph/circlewebinar12

ONLINE: Dial Down Academic Stress and Anxiety
2021-01-21 17:30 - 18:30
Learn about the most common anxiety escalators (including a couple of surprising ones), along with practical, proven tips and strategies that you can use to decrease stress and anxiety this semester.
Begin drafting your personal Anxiety Action Plan in this free, one-hour workshop for university students meeting online from 5:30 – 6:30 p.m. with Kathy Somers from the Stress Management Clinic.
E-mail ksomers@uoguelph.ca for the link to this workshop.

ONLINE: Better Sleep Program
2021-01-22 12:00 - 13:00
Learn how to decrease insomnia, fall asleep (or back to sleep) more easily, and get more energy from sleep using proven, drug-free strategies.
This five-session skills program with Kathy Somers of the Stress Management & High Performance Clinic is an online, on-demand program with lifetime access to the lessons.
Your link will be e-mailed to you upon registration in the program at https://selfregulationskills.ca/programs/better-sleep/

ONLINE: Snow Days - Time Management Tips for Learning Online
2021-01-25 15:30 - 16:20
Do you get distracted when you’re studying? Do you sometimes spend more time procrastinating than doing your work? Come to this online workshop to learn tips for making the most of your study time. We’ll discuss ways to reduce procrastination and distractions. We’ll also talk about strategies for making – and sticking to – a schedule to help you stay on track during the semester.
This event is part of Snow Days, a month of programming designed for first year students to make the most of their U of G experience. Check out other Snow Days events on GryphLife. Just look for Snow Days in the title!

ONLINE: Arboretum Workshop - Winter Watercolour Landscapes Painting (Intermediate)
2021-01-25 19:00 - 20:30
Join Watercolour Artist Candice Leyland and capture winter in the Arboretum in watercolour. You will discuss how to bring light and colour into a winter landscape and create a glowing winter watercolour painting. This class is great for those who completed the Landscape class in fall, or those with some watercolour experience! Reference photos and supply list will be provided.
Fee: $25 (plus HST) per person

ONLINE: Landscape Architecture Guest Lecture - "Deep Green: Bio-design in the age of artificial intelligence"
2021-01-26 12:00 - 13:00
The Landscape Architecture program in the School of Environmental Design and Rural Development presents a guest lecture by Claudia Pasquero of ecoLogicSTudio in London, U.K.
Claudia is an architect, curator, author and educator. Her work and research operates at the intersection of biology, computation and design. She is founder and codirector of ecoLogicStudio in London, lecturer and director of the Urban Morphogenesis Lab at the Bartlett UCL, Professor of Landscape Architecture and founder of the Synthetic Landscape Lab at Innsbruck University.
All are welcome to attend.

ONLINE: Relaxation and Stress Management Skills
2021-01-26 17:30 - 18:30
Learn to relax tight muscles, calm anxiety, settle a busy brain, cope effectively and have more energy!
This 12-part skills program with Kathy Somers of the Stress Management and High Performance Clinic meets online for 60 minutes, twice a week (on Tuesdays and Thursdays), for six weeks. There are no sessions during Reading Week.
Your link will be e-mailed to you upon registration in the program at https://selfregulationskills.ca/programs/relaxation-skills/

ONLINE: Anxiety Skills and Strategies
2021-01-27 12:30 - 13:30
Learn powerful strategies, new tips and information on how to respond to and calm the uncomfortable sensations of anxiety.
A variety of long and short self-calming strategies are introduced, along with behaviours that can help prevent escalation of anxiety.
This three-session skills program with Kathy Somers of the Stress Management and High Performance Clinic meets online for 60 minutes on Wednesdays at 12:30 p.m.
Your link will be e-mailed to you upon registration in the program at https://selfregulationskills.ca/programs/anxiety-skills-strategies/

ONLINE: U of G, Let's Talk, featuring Dr. Joti Samra (for faculty and staff)
2021-01-28 13:30 - 15:00
Mental well-being matters. On Bell, Let’s Talk Day, hear from by renowned psychological health and safety expert Dr. Joti Samra. Learn strategies to help yourself and to help others. You’ll come away with actionable steps to support your own and your colleagues’ mental wellbeing.
Mark the date in your calendar and register for this event. Registrants will receive more information by email on how to connect to the live event.
This event is open to faculty, staff, postdoctoral fellows, sessionals and graduate student employees at the University of Guelph.

ONLINE: Pigs, Poverty and Epilepsy
2021-01-29 13:00 - 14:00
The One Health Institute presents its first seminar series of the Winter 2021 semester.
Dr. Cate Dewey, director of the One Health Institute, will talk about her decade-long research project in rural Kenya where she worked with smallholder pig farmers to improve pig and community health by educating farmers on the epilepsy-causing parasite transmitted from pigs to humans.
Join via Zoom.

ONLINE: Senate Meeting
2021-02-01 16:00
Senate meetings are open to the public. Please e-mail univsec@uoguelph.ca to register.
For more information about the agenda, location and timing of the meeting please visit the Secretariat’s Governance Portal to access the agenda package.
Agenda packages are published approximately one week in advance of the meeting.

ONLINE: Black History Month - Aftershock Art Show
2021-02-01 18:00 - 19:30
Aftershock is an art show showcasing the creations of aspiring young artists (25 and younger). The art show will feature digital art including photography, short films, animation, digital painting, vector drawing, photo painting and any other type of artistic media created on a computer. Selected artists will have their contributions displayed in an online gallery throughout the month of February.
This event is open to everyone.
Find more Black History Month events at U of G.

ONLINE: P4E Job Fair - Connect with 100+ employers!
2021-02-02 09:00 - 17:00
Hosted in partnership with Conestoga College, University of Waterloo and Wilfrid Laurier University, connect with 100+ employers who want to meet and hire talented U of G students and alumni for summer, co-op and full-time positions!
This fair is open to ALL U of G students and alumni.
Date: Tuesday, February 2, 2021
Time: 9 a.m. – 5 p.m.
The P4E Job Fair will be hosted on software powered by CareerEco. Each employer will have a virtual booth with representatives available for live chat with both text and video options.
Learn more about the P4E Job Fair!

ONLINE: Coping with Increased Hours Online
2021-02-02 19:00 - 20:00
Tech neck? Screen fatigue? Lost in the rabbit hole of social media?
If you are spending more time online than you were a year ago, learn how you rank on the seven risk factors for an unhealthy relationship with your computer and devices.
This FREE one-hour online workshop with Kathy Somers of the Stress Management and High Performance Clinic will include strategies for decreasing Zoom fatigue (increasing energy and engagement), improving posture and online work style, and protecting your eyes from strain.
E-mail ksomers@uoguelph.ca for the link to this workshop.

ONLINE: Stress Less for Tests
2021-02-03 12:00 - 13:00
Learn practical skills to decrease test anxiety and enhance energy and performance during exam periods.
This three-hour program with Kathy Somers of the Stress Management and High Performance Clinic is an online, on-demand program with lifetime access to the lessons. You can begin today!
Your link will be e-mailed to you upon registration in the program. Register at https://selfregulationskills.ca/programs/stress-less-for-tests/.

ONLINE: Black History Month - Black Leadership in Anti-Black Spaces with Laura Mae Lindo
2021-02-04 18:00 - 19:30
James Baldwin once wrote: “To be a negro in this country and to be relatively conscious is to be in a rage almost all the time.” His words continue to ring true. As we navigate a global pandemic that disproportionately impacts Black communities across the province, we are asked to justify our calls for culturally responsive resources. We are told that we do not have sufficient proof that our bodies are those primarily on the frontlines. And when we call for race-based data collection to prove what we all know is true, our request is denied, implemented only voluntarily in public health units that may see value in protecting our lives. These are only some examples of what anti-Blackness looks like in Ontario in 2021. And this is why Black leadership matters. Join me in conversation about what it means to Lead While Black in an Anti-Black World. This event is open to everyone.
Laura Mae Lindo will lead a presentation on Black Leadership in Anti-Black Spaces, followed by a Q&A/discussion afterward.
This event is open to everyone.
Find more Black History Month events at U of G.
