Indigenous Recognition Week: Conversations with Miptoon
Grab a bottle of water and enjoy an afternoon stroll through the arboretum with Visiting Elder Miptoon, member of the Chippewas of Nawash Unceded First Nation. Be prepared to walk, listen and learn. A reminder to follow COVID protocols before coming to and while on campus: COVID-19 Information | University of Guelph. For this event,
Indigenous Recognition Week (Online): The Storying of 2S Identities: A Brief History (That Goes Back to Time Immemorial)
Gather virtually with Seán Carson Kinsella, the Indigenous Student Centre and the Sexual and Gender Diversity Office to learn more about 2 Spirit Identities and their long-standing history. Seán Carson Kinsella (ê-akimiht nêhi(y/th)aw/otipemisiwak/Nakawé/Irish) is migizi dodem (Bald Eagle Clan) and two-spirit/queer/aayahkwêw and is descended from signatories of Treaties 4, 6 and 8. They were born
ONLINE: Better Sleep for Mid-Life Women Workshop
Learn drug-free tips to help cope with mid-life sleep changes, hot flashes, and the frustration of being awake through the night. This two-hour skills workshop meets online with Kathy Somers of the Stress Management and High Performance Clinic. Your link will be e-mailed to you upon registration in the Better Sleep for Mid-Life Women workshop.
ONLINE : Seeing the Forest for the Trees – Trees as Participants in Theatre and Performance
Join us for a free public talk by Megan De Roover, Writer-in-Residence affiliated with The Arboretum this year! She is conducting archival and on-site research for her new book Seeing the Forest for the Trees: Trees as Participants in Theatre and Performance (McGill-Queen's University Press). Using a theatre and performance lens, her research monograph explores
Indigenous Recognition Week (Online): Intro to Indigenous Peoples in Canada
Indigenous cultures are complex, forming dynamic and rich ways of life. However, often little is known about First Nations, Inuit and Métis people and their cultures. The goals of this workshop are for individuals to reflect on their personal knowledge of Indigenous peoples in Canada; develop knowledge on terminology and diversity of Indigenous peoples in
ONLINE: Library Workshop – Data Visualization in R
In this workshop you will learn how to create visualizations (graphs and plots) using the ggplot2 package. The ggplot2 package is an excellent tool for creating customizable graphics. The package
Indigenous Recognition Week (Online): Crafting Dream Catchers with the Indigenous Student Society
During Indigenous Recognition Week join the Indigenous Student Society for an afternoon of learning, creating and getting to know each other. Together you will learn about the meaning and purpose
ONLINE: Library Workshop – Data Skills: Introduction to GIS using ArcGIS Pro
ArcGIS is a Geographic Information System (GIS) - a software program for working with maps and geographic data. ArcGIS Pro is the newest desktop mapping software of ArcGIS. A GIS
ONLINE: Interactive Event – Biggest Cyber Security Risks for Students
Part of the 2021 Cyber Security Awareness Roadshow, this event will be centred around an interactive Kahoot quiz that will test students' cyber security savvy! Learn the biggest risks facing
Indigenous Recognition Week: The First Step with Elders Dan and Mary Lou Smoke
"Purification ceremony is rather foundational to our way of life, since most Indigenous Peoples on Turtle Island practiced some form of purifying themselves with the smoke of various medicines. The
Indigenous Recognition Week: Métis Dot Painting
The Indigenous Student Centre (ISC) invites all First Nation, Métis, Inuit students and friends to Métis crafting and socializing. Meet the staff and explore what ISC has to offer. This
ONLINE: Virtual Bird ID with Chris Earley
ImprovLab Guelph, Ontario, CanadaBirding has become an even more popular hobby since more people are home and enjoying nature. Why not take it to the next level? Join Chris Earley, Arboretum Interpretive Biologist
ONLINE: Take the Stress out of IBS Program
Learn strategies that decrease symptoms of Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS), or a nervous/stressed stomach, by tackling the two greatest triggers of IBS symptoms.... diet and stress. This five-part skills program
ONLINE: Thriving in Action: Coping with Difficulties
Join us for Thriving in Action, a new online program at the University of Guelph. Thriving in Action will help you move from languishing to flourishing throughout your time in
ONLINE: Stop Worrying Workshop
Learn to curb the worry habit... and how to avoid the five key pitfalls that perpetuate worrying. This two-hour skills workshop meets online with Kathy Somers of the Stress Management
ONLINE: Landscape Architecture Guest Lecture – “Seeking Landscape Justice”
The Landscape Architecture program in the School of Environmental Design and Rural Development presents a guest lecture entitled "Seeking Landscape Justice", by Dr. Alison Hirsch. Dr. Hirsch is an associate
ONLINE: Anxiety Skills and Strategies Program
Learn powerful strategies, new tips, and information on how to respond and calm down the uncomfortable sensations of anxiety. A variety of long and short self-calming strategies are introduced, along
ONLINE: Library Workshop – Create Posters with Canva
Canva is a web-based graphic design tool to create posters, infographics, social media posts and more. Use templates or create from scratch. Join staff from the library's media studio to
Flu Shot Clinic
J.T. Powell Building (2nd floor) Ontario, CanadaStudent Health Services offers the flu vaccine to all students, faculty and staff. To promote a healthy campus, we encourage everyone to get their flu shot! This year options will include campus-wide flu clinics, evening clinics and booked appointments. Learn more about on-campus flu clinics.
ONLINE: Library Workshop – ArcGIS Pro 2 – More Analysis in GIS: Data Skills
ArcGIS is a Geographic Information System (GIS) - a software program for working with maps and geographic data. A GIS allows you to work with any data that you know a location for (e.g., addresses, latitude/longitude, census locations, name of a place, etc.). ArcGIS is available on all library computers, also by download to the