Confronting Contemporary Candian Colonialism
Join our guest speaker to discuss how settler colonialism remains 'denied' by many and how this influences mainstream political discourses. Dr. Adam Barker speaks to how the term 'colonialism' seems to cause intractable conflict when applied to Canada. To some, Canada left colonialism behind with the British Empire. To others, especially Indigenous people and their
College Royal Hockey Game
It's OAC vs Ridgetown. Come on out and see the University of Guelph Aggies take on the Ridgetown Aggies. A highly anticipated showdown with talent on both sides. There is a minimum of $5 donation at the door, with all proceeds going to the Farmer Wellness initiative which supports farmers' mental health. Come out March
Listening to Different English Accents (online)
When it comes to understanding different pronunciations, much of the focus is on changing the speaker while ignoring listening practices. The purpose of this workshop is to have participants consider how they can be better listeners of different types of accented speech. Along with practicing practical strategies to improve understanding of various English accents, participants
Women’s Only Swim
Athletics Centre 150 Reynolds Walk, Guelph, Ontario, CanadaAthletics is opening their Women’s only swim in March for staff and faculty to attend for free! No membership is required. Staff should enter through Client Services to register for their free swim pass. Everyone should enter the pool through the changerooms. Locks are available for rent for $1 or you may bring your own
Exploring indigenous-AI Relations Through the Lens of Activity
When Indigenous cultural resurgence is coinciding with generative AI emergence. Join Dr. Todd J.B. Blayone to explore the intersection of emerging digital technologies and Indigenous socio-cultural development. with focusing on
College Royal Open House
College Royal is the largest university open house event of its kind in North America. Each March, the University of Guelph opens its doors to the general public in a
The Art and Practice of Pruning
This half-day workshop will introduce you to the fundamentals of pruning and aims to provide you with basic skills to confidently approach pruning in your own landscape. We begin with
Constellations, Milky Way and Telescopes
This in-person hour-long session will have a little bit for everyone. First, we’ll learn a few of the prominent winter constellations and how to find them (maps provided). Then we
Virtual Gardening Fundamentals
Arboretum Centre 200 Arboretum Rd, Guelph, CanadaGarden Fundamentals will focus on ornamental gardens including trees, shrubs, perennials, bulbs and grasses. You will gain a good understanding of how these plants grow and their relationship with the
Working Through Menopause
Although the transition from peri-menopause to menopause is a normal part of every woman’s life, many of the changes can be very disruptive. It doesn't have to be that way!
Anxiety Skills & Strategies
Learn powerful, drug-free strategies, 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
Providing Feedback to Graduate Student Writers: Rethinking Traditional Approaches
This workshop for faculty shares approaches to providing feedback on academic writing projects such as theses and dissertations. We discuss ways to anticipate and prepare for the challenges that graduate
Science of Happiness (Homewood Health)
This International Day of Happiness, join our EFAP provider, Homewood Health, to learn about the Science of Happiness. Scientific studies have shown that 50% of our individual differences in happiness
Women’s Only Swim
Athletics Centre 150 Reynolds Walk, Guelph, Ontario, CanadaAthletics is opening their Women’s only swim in March for staff and faculty to attend for free! No membership is required. Staff should enter through Client Services to register for
Stop Worrying!
Worrying is a component of anxiety and you can do something about it! Learn to curb the worry habit... and how to avoid the 5 key pitfalls that perpetuate and
Dances of the Cure-abbean: Kaiso and breast cancer disparities in Black women
Dr. Juliet Daniel, a cancer biologist and the associate dean of research and external relations in the Faculty of Science at McMaster University, will present Dances of the Cure-abbean: Kaiso
Interactive Cooking with Hospitality Services: Sustainable and Affordable Eating (In-Person)
Join Hospitality Services Registered Dietitian, Jessie, and Sous Chef, Dale, for a low cost and low waste interactive cooking class. Jessie will start with a presentation reviewing some of the
Navigating the Fierce Debate: Democracy and Contentious Politics
Policy changes in contentious policy areas tend spark fierce debates that touch on essential aspects of democratic legitimacy and citizenship. This panel explores the relationship between recent changes in the
World Water Day 2024
World Water Day is next Friday, March 22! 🌎 This years theme is "Water for Peace". Come join Morwick G360 Groundwater Research Institute and U of G Engineering from 1:30
Balance: Improvised Music Masterclass at ImprovLab
Please join us on Friday, March 22 at 2 p.m. (ET) for a Masterclass with the boundary-pushing jazz duo, Balance. This presentation will take place in person at ImprovLab, MCKN