U of G News

ONLINE: CCSAW Research Seminar - In Pursuit of Better Broiler Welfare
2021-11-24 12:30 - 13:30 (America/Toronto) | ONLINE, Ontario, Canada
Globally, 70 billion broiler (meat) chickens are raised each year, and more than 90per cent of them reach ‘market weight’ in just six weeks or so. Is this accelerated growth a problem? In this seminar, Dr. Stephanie Torrey will discuss the welfare of broiler chickens and whether a transition to slower growing genetics will have a measurable impact on their welfare.
Dr. Torrey’s research on poultry and swine welfare has informed policies and auditing schemes around farm animal genetics, transportation and euthanasia. As a research scientist with Agriculture and Agri-Food Canada and then the University of Guelph, she authored/co-authored over 60 peer-reviewed scientific manuscripts on farm animal behaviour and welfare. In her current role as research scientist with Trouw Nutrition, she now works with a global team to validate nutritional products for poultry production, health and welfare. A native of Massachusetts, Dr. Torrey resides in Guelph with her husband and two sons.
Please join us on Zoom!
https://zoom.us/j/98105791067

Children's Theatre: The Remarkable Life of Marnie McPhee
2021-11-26 19:00 - 2021-11-28 22:00 | U of G’s Massey Hall Theatre, 478 Gordon Street, Guelph, Ontario, Canada
A children’s play by Canadian Daniel Sarah Karasik. Meet Marnie McPhee, daughter, sister, aspiring astronaut and possible Martian.
This is a wonderful children’s theatre piece that the School of English and Theatre Studies students are presenting under professor Troy Hourie as a multi-medial immersive production that will include puppetry, video projection and a green screen environment. For kids (or adults who embrace their inner child), there will be special 30 minute art workshop for children before the show.
There are five public performances to choose from. Purchase tickets online.
Massey Hall Theatre
478 Gordon Street
Guelph, ON N1G 1Y4

U of G Aprés Ski
2021-11-30 11:00 - 15:00 | Ontario, Canada
U of G introduces Aprés Ski! Students: Drop by the UC Courtyard and enjoy free coffee and baked goods, play Jenga, take pictures and enter contests!
Wear U of G colors or a ski-themed outfit for double entry into contests!

ONLINE: Evaluating KTT (Knowledge Translation and Transfer) Activities
2021-11-30 13:00 - 14:30 | ONLINE, Ontario, Canada
This workshop delves into the techniques and tools that can be used to evaluate the impact of our research engagement and knowledge mobilization efforts. Beyond gathering anecdotes, learn to use evaluation approaches to assess the impact of your work. This workshop will cover logic models, measures and indicators, and engage participants in discussing common challenges and best practices in evaluating knowledge mobilization activities.
This event is presented as part of the Skills for Research Impact series.

ONLINE: An Integrated Health Review - Improving Health Access for International Students
2021-12-01 11:00 - 12:15 | ONLINE, Ontario, Canada
This webinar will present a longitudinal research study focusing on international students on post-secondary campuses in Canada. Students receive a full clinical check-up followed by structured teaching on selected topics with a registered nurse. Goals include improving medical knowledge, tracking incidence of common medical conditions, and tracking rates of various interventions.
Speakers:

Dr. Shivajan Sivapalan, M.D., C.C.F.P
Campus Clinic Physician for the Campus Health and Wellness Centre for Durham College and Ontario Tech University
Director of Clinical Operations at SAAAC Autism Centre
Dr. Yasir Khan, M.D., C.C.F.P.
Campus Clinic Physician for the Campus Health and Wellness Centre for Durham College and Ontario Tech University
Adjunct Lecturer with the University of Toronto
Masters Student in the Healthcare Quality Program at Queen’s University

Learn more online.
Presented by: Canada India Research Centre for Learning and Engagement (CIRCLE)

ONLINE: Project SOY Plus Information Session
2021-12-01 13:00 - 14:00 | ONLINE, Ontario, Canada
Learn more about Project SOY Plus! Join the student innovation challenge and create novel plant-based products.
This information session will introduce you to the competition, key dates and deadlines and the benefits of taking part in Project SOY Plus.
You will then have the opportunity to hear from a past Project SOY Plus participant who has founded a start-up company based on their project idea and from a representative of the John F. Wood Centre for Business and Student Enterprise before having the opportunity to have your questions answered.
Learn more online.

ONLINE: Project Soy PLUS Information Session
2021-12-01 13:00 - 14:00 | ONLINE, Ontario, Canada
This information session will introduce you to the Project SOY Plus competition, key dates and deadlines and the benefits of taking part.
You will then have the opportunity to hear from a past Project SOY Plus participant who has founded a start-up company based on their project idea and from a representative of the John F. Wood Centre for Business and Student Enterprise before having the opportunity to have your questions answered.
Learn more online.

ONLINE: Introduction to the Professional and Career Development Record (PCDR)
2021-12-02 10:30 - 12:00 | ONLINE, Ontario, Canada
The Professional and Career Development Record (PCDR) is a tool built into ExperienceGuelph.ca that formally recognizes a student’s involvement in on- and off-campus professional and career development activities, most notably experiential learning. This could include things like leadership skills developed in co-operative education or on-campus employment, communication skills learned in a course, and more! Learn what the PCDR can do for you!
By the end of this workshop, participants will be able to:

Explain the purpose and benefits of the PCDR.
Outline the critical components of a validated experience.
Use the Experience Guelph catalogue to search for validated opportunities.
Locate resources on the PCDR Online Resource Centre.

Learn more online.

Online Baking Event
2021-12-02 19:00 - 20:00 | ONLINE, Ontario, Canada
Join the John F. Wood Centre for Business and Student Enterprise on Dec. 2 for an evening of delicious baking. We will be making chocolate chip blondies, recipe courtesy of Well Baked Box!
Once you purchase your ticket, you will receive an email with the Zoom link for the event. Note that you must be able to pick up your baking kit on the University of Guelph campus between Nov. 30 and Dec. 2.
Learn more online.

ONLINE: Public Presentation for Vice-Provost and Chief Academic Officer, University of Guelph-Humber
2021-12-06 09:00 | ImprovLab, Guelph, Ontario, Canada
Academic Officer, University of Guelph-Humber has been established as follows:
Candidate #1:
Monday, December 6, 2021 – 9 a.m. to 10 a.m. – WebEx Meeting Link
Candidate #2:
Tuesday, December 7, 2021 – 9 a.m. to 10 a.m. – WebEx Meeting Link
Meetings will be scheduled with the University of Guelph-Humber Program Heads, University of Guelph-Humber Staff and Students. The public presentation and question sessions will be video recorded and made available on the Decanal & Other Academic Searches website, as well as, on the Humber website. A central login ID is required to access this information.
The committee invites written comments as part of this search; these should be directed by email to provost@uoguelph.ca by December 16, 2021. Your comments will be dealt with in strict confidence.

National Day of Remembrance and Action on Violence Against Women
2021-12-06 13:45 - 14:30 | Thornbrough Building, 80 South Ring Road East, Guelph, Ontario, Canada
Remember. Reflect. Respond.
The School of Engineering will host an in-person observance of the National Day of Remembrance and Action on Violence Against Women.
COVID-19 protocols will be in effect, including checking at the door for proof of vaccination, ID and the COVID-19 screening form confirmation email as well as collecting contact information for contact tracing. Masks and physical distancing are required.
White ribbons that have come to symbolize the event will be available.
The event is open only to the U of G community and there is a capacity limit.

ONLINE: Launch Event for U of G IT Strategic Plan
2021-12-10 11:00 - 11:30 | ONLINE, Ontario, Canada
Please join us for the exciting launch of Experience Reimagined: The U of G IT Strategic Plan.
During this 30-minute event, you will learn about our path toward digital innovation. You will see some inspirational videos that provide a glimpse into the future user experience at U of G: modern, seamless and intuitive.
We encourage you to visit the IT Strategy site prior to the event at uoguel.ph/ITstrategy. Please note you will need to log in with your U of G credentials.
Join online.

Wednesday Walks in the Arboretum
2021-12-15 12:00 - 13:30, 2021-12-22 12:00 - 13:00 | Arboretum, 250 Arboretum Road, Guelph, N1G 2W1
Nature is known to be unpredictable and unexpected, so what awaits us today? Michelle, the Arboretum’s Naturalist Intern, will be leading hour-long walks every Wednesday. Walks start at The Arboretum kiosk at 12:15 p.m. For further information contact Michelle at beltranm@uoguelph.ca or 519-824-4120 Ext. 53615. The hike may be cancelled if there is inclement weather.
We ask that walk participants wear a mask throughout the walk, show proof of vaccination, and complete the University’s COVID screening form.

ONLINE: Democracy in India 2047
2022-01-05 10:00 - 11:30 | ONLINE, Ontario, Canada
The India 2047 series commemorates 75 years of India’s independence.
Making Constitutional Indians
by Niraja Gopal Jayal
Reclaiming the Republic: The Road Ahead
by Yogendra Yadav
Envisioning feminist citizenship
by Navsharan Singh
Learn more online.
Presented by the Canada India Research Centre for Learning and Engagement.

Wednesday Walks in the Arboretum
2022-01-05 12:00 - 13:00 | Arboretum, 250 Arboretum Road, Guelph, N1G 2W1
Nature is known to be unpredictable and unexpected, so what awaits us today? Michelle, the Arboretum’s Naturalist Intern, will be leading hour-long walks every Wednesday. Walks start at The Arboretum kiosk at 12:15 p.m. For further information contact Michelle at beltranm@uoguelph.ca or 519-824-4120, Ext. 53615. The hike may be cancelled if there is inclement weather.
We ask that walk participants wear a mask throughout the walk, show proof of vaccination, and complete the University’s COVID screening form.

ONLINE: New Year 2022 10-week Yoga Challenge - Give the Gift of Health and Wellness
2022-01-11 12:00 - 13:00 | ONLINE, Ontario, Canada
Free: New Year 2022 10-Week Classical Yoga and Meditation Challenge
Reduce loneliness, anxiety and stress. Promote health, wellness, resilience, balance and enjoyment through Classical Yoga.
“LOKAS SAMASTA SUKHINO BHAVANTU”. May the whole world attain peace and harmony.
It is time to welcome a Healthy New Year 2022! Approach New Year with hope, confidence and a determination to do good – good that “Enhances Life”.
The beginning of a New Year is one of the most auspicious times to reflect on lessons learned, set meaningful intentions, and give voice to your most auspicious wishes that will enhance your and others’ lives in the coming months and distant future.
While we don’t know what 2022 has in store for us, one thing is clear and certain: Yoga offers immense health and wellness benefits. Our team of classical yoga, meditation and pranayama teachers are so excited to be continuing to offer free classes throughout 2022 and we encourage you to try our 10-Week Yoga Challenge.
Free: New Year 2022 10-Week Classical Yoga and Meditation Challenge
What: Gentle online classical yoga classes combining breath, movement and meditation.
When: Starting January 4 and ending March 10
Tuesday – Noon to 1 p.m.
Wednesday – 6 to 7 a.m.
Thursday – Noon to 1 p.m.
Everyone – faculty, staff, students, alumni, retirees, visiting scholars – welcome! No experience is required.
Note: Have a light breakfast and try to not eat two hours before the practice; you may take a sip or two of water/juice.
It is a wonderful way to experience first-hand the benefits to mind, body, and spirit of a regular practice in your own home. You will feel physically and mentally stronger, and more socially connected to your classmates, teachers, colleagues, everyone, hopefully seeing their smiling faces and good wishes at the end of every class.
To participate, please join the Zoom meeting. Meeting ID: 954 8412 8908
This event is brought to you by the “U of G Yoga and Meditation Collective” and is sponsored by Wellness@Work at the U of Guelph.
Improve Life
Wellness@U of G, Guelph, Ridgetown and Guelph-Humber
Website: uoguel.ph/yoga
Email: yoga@uoguelph.ca
Yoga Speaker Series

ONLINE: Landscape Architecture Guest Lecture - "From Rubble to Refuge: The Story of the Accidental Wilderness" by Walter Kehm
2022-01-13 13:00 - 14:00 | ONLINE, Ontario, Canada
The Landscape Architecture program in the School of Environmental Design and Rural Development presents a guest lecture by Walter Kehm. Walter is a senior Principal at LANDinc and a former Director of the School of Landscape Architecture at the University of Guelph. Walter has led numerous multi-disciplinary teams of professionals on design and planning projects throughout the world.

ONLINE: Virtual Bird Songs
2022-01-17 12:00 - 2022-01-26 13:00 | Ontario, Canada
Into birding but songs have you stumped? Join Chris Earley, Arboretum Interpretive Biologist and author of five bird field guides, for a series of eight virtual noon-hour lectures to cover over 150 bird species! We will focus on songs and some common, distinctive calls and will apply different methods to remember them. Each course will start with a short intro topic about birding by ear before we dive into the bird species. Learn how to make your own calls, read a sonogram, make up your own memorable bird song sayings and more! We will finish each class with a 10-15 minute discussion period so you can ask all your bird-related questions. The course is suitable for those new to learning bird sounds as well as the more experienced.
You can sign up for individual courses for $8 (plus tax) each or take all eight at the discounted cost of $56 (plus tax – that’s eight courses for the price of seven!). See below to find out what bird groups are covered in each class. And don’t worry – if you miss one or this time doesn’t work for you, you will be sent recorded programs afterwards and will have access to them for a month after the whole series. For those that take the whole course, we will also be making the videos available again for a couple of weeks in April so you can review them just before the peak of spring singing occurs!
Fee: $8 (plus HST) per person, per session or book all 8 in one transaction and get one free ($56 plus HST instead of $64 plus HST).
MUST pre-register to attend this event

ONLINE: Skills for Research Impact workshop - Planning for Research Impact
2022-01-18 13:00 - 14:30 | ImprovLab, Guelph, Ontario, Canada
Skills for Research Impact is a workshop series for University of Guelph faculty, research staff and graduate students interested in enhancing the impact of their research. Participants will learn how to successfully plan, execute and evaluate knowledge mobilization activities.
Join us online this fall for one or multiple sessions! The series begins on Jan. 18 from 1-2:30 p.m. with the first workshop, Planning for Research Impact, which helps participants learn about knowledge mobilization plans and effective strategies for research communication.
By the end of this workshop, participants will be able to:

Define ‘Knowledge Mobilization’
Identify why Knowledge Mobilization is important
Identify best practices for Knowledge Mobilization
Summarize the steps involved in Knowledge Mobilization planning
Compare and contrast End of Grant KT and Integrated KT
Apply the principles of Knowledge Mobilization to their research

Learn more online.

ONLINE: Data Skills - Data Basics
2022-01-18 14:00 - 16:00 | ONLINE, Ontario, Canada
Ever wonder what sort of data you will be dealing with? Do you find yourself lost when it’s time to prepare your data for analysis? In this workshop, you will be introduced to the different types of data you can collect and create, as well as the various ways you can collect, describe and visualize your data before data analysis. You will also be introduced to the different ways you can make inferences about your data when you’re finally ready to analyze it. This workshop is open for anyone to attend. It is intended for those who will be involved with research and/or academic projects, and want to tackle their data from the very beginning. No knowledge of any statistical software is required.
NOTE: This workshop will be held online via Zoom. You MUST have a University of Guelph email (ending in either @guelphhumber.ca or @uoguelph.ca) to register and participate in this workshop. An email will be sent to all registered attendees 24 hours before the workshop. Registration closes 24 hours before the workshop.
Registration is required. There are 16 seats available.

ONLINE: Data Skills - Introduction to Qualtrics: Creating Data with Online Surveys
2022-01-19 10:00 - 12:00 | ONLINE, Ontario, Canada
In this session we will use Qualtrics, our online survey software, to explore the fundamentals of survey creation.
We will explore:

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 and common errors to avoid
Using surveys for research data collection
How to access your survey results

PLEASE NOTE:
You must have a University of Guelph login to self-register for this workshop. If you don’t have a U of G email address, please contact library@uoguelph.ca to request registration for this workshop. Participants must have a computer to participate, they will find it easier to particpate fully in this workshop if they have two screens available.
When you register for this workshop you are committing to attend the entire workshop unless otherwise confirmed with the instructor. This workshop is limited to 12 attendees. If you are suddenly not able to attend, please contact us as soon as possible so that we can offer your spot to someone on our waiting list.
We cannot troubleshoot software or accounts during the session. If you are not able to get it working ahead of the meeting, please contact us as soon as possible so that we can offer your spot to someone on our waiting list.
Please note: this workshop will take place online via Zoom. A reminder email with the meeting link will be emailed to you 24 hours before the workshop.

ONLINE: Challenges and Opportunities Towards a Zero Waste Plastics Economy
2022-01-19 11:00 - 12:15 | ONLINE, Ontario, Canada
The widespread use and reliance on plastic has created waste that is a paramount environmental issue for the world. Biodegradable and compostable plastic is a promising alternative to the single-use plastic. This presentation will highlight the commitments and progress of Canada and India to a vision of zero plastic waste.
Speaker: Manju Misra, Professor and Canada Research Chair in Sustainable Biocomposites
School of Engineering and Department of Plant Agriculture, University of Guelph
Presented by: Canada India Research Centre for Learning and Engagement (CIRCLE)
Learn more online.

ONLINE: Landscape Architecture Guest Lecture - "City Gardens" by Petra Blaisse
2022-01-19 13:00 - 14:00 | ONLINE, Ontario, Canada
The Landscape Architecture program in the School of Environmental Design and Rural Development presents “City Gardens” by Petra Blaisse. Petra is the founder and lead designer of Inside Outside in Amsterdam, The Netherlands. The studio specializes in the off-hand combination of interior and exterior design, interweaving architecture and landscape and transcending the borders in-between.

ONLINE: Thriving in Action - A Strong Start
2022-01-19 13:30 - 14:50 | ONLINE, Ontario, Canada
Most of us can hold on to old habits, even those that hold us back. We might try the same studying routines again and again even though we’re not getting the marks or confident exam-writing experiences that we really long for. In this workshop we will focus on building new habits, letting go of non-beneficial ones, and bringing more awareness and efficiency to our studying.
Thriving in Action Workshop Series
Want to do better and be better as a student? The Thriving in Action workshop series will help you move from languishing to flourishing throughout your time in university.
Learn new strategies in managing your time and studying effectively.
Build skills in motivation, optimism, and resilience.
In each workshop, you will learn both wellness and learning strategies that will help you be the student you want to be. Join us for one or all five workshops and learn how to thrive. This program is offered by the Library and Student Wellness.
All participants will be entered in a draw for one of two gift certificates valued at $25. Attend all four workshops, and your name will be entered four times. If you attend all four workshops, you can obtain a letter of recognition for your participation.

ONLINE: Talk like an Academic - Communicating with Supervisors
2022-01-19 13:30 - 15:00 | ONLINE, Ontario, Canada
This workshop will help participants learn about how graduate students and their supervisors typically communicate in a Canadian university. It will introduce ideas of formality, respect and power dynamics in the grad student/supervisor relationship. It will apply these ideas to the context of arranging meetings, receiving feedback and making requests.
Presented by Valerie Walker from Writing Services.
Questions? Email writing@uoguelph.ca.
If you do not have a U of G email address, please contact writing@uoguelph.ca to request registration for this event.

ONLINE: Dial Down Academic Stress and Anxiety
2022-01-19 17:30 - 18:30 | ImprovLab, Guelph, Ontario, Canada
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 and High Performance Clinic.
E-mail ksomers@uoguelph.ca for the link to this workshop.

ONLINE: Advanced Survey Creation in Qualtrics - Data Skills
2022-01-20 10:00 - 12:00 | ONLINE, Ontario, Canada
This workshop will explore the more advanced question types and features of Qualtrics including:

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

It is expected that attendees have attended Introduction to Qualtrics – Creating Data with Online Surveys or are already competent with the software.
PLEASE NOTE:
You must use a University of Guelph login to self-register for this workshop. If you don’t have a U of G email address, please contact library@uoguelph.ca to request registration for this workshop. When you register for this workshop you are committing to attend the entire workshop unless otherwise confirmed with the instructor. This workshop is limited to 12 attendees. If you are suddenly not able to attend, please contact us as soon as possible so that we can offer your spot to someone on our waiting list.
You must have a University of Guelph Qualtrics account working ahead of the workshop. We cannot troubleshoot software or accounts during the session. If you are not able to get it working ahead of the meeting, please contact us as soon as possible so that we can offer your spot to someone on our waiting list. You must access the workshop from a computer and participants will find they are able to participate more fully if they have two screens available.
If you have any issues with your install, please contact the IT Help Desk .
Please note: this workshop will take place online via Zoom. A reminder email with the meeting link will be emailed to you 24 hours before the workshop.

ONLINE: Women in Sport Analytics – Journeys into Data Science
2022-01-20 16:00 - 17:00 | ONLINE, Ontario, Canada
The Centre for Advancing Responsible & Ethical Artificial Intelligence (CARE-AI) presents: A Path to the NFL – Leading a Player Health and Safety Team with Data Science
Before becoming Director, Player Health & Safety Data Management for the National Football League, Carly Fennell travelled an interesting academic and career journey with many valuable stops along the way. The combination of having hands-on lab experience, leading a growing technical team at a startup and working with global players in the athletic footwear and clothing industry has provided her with the opportunity to collect many unique insights. Shew will describe the experience that she gained and personal discoveries that she made since graduating from the Engineering program at the University of Guelph, delving deeper into the field of Data Science.
This presentation is part of the CARE-AI and Master of Data Science Women in Sports Analytics – Journeys into Data Science seminars.

Owls: A Who's Whoo in Ontario
2022-01-21 09:00 - 16:00 | J.C. Taylor Nature Interpretive Centre
Masks, proof of vaccination and screening required to attend this event.
Instructor: Chris Earley
Discover how to use your eyes and ears to identify Ontario’s owls. Through a wide variety of hands-on activities participants will learn about owl plumage, calls and behaviour, habitat requirements, migration patterns and owl folklore. The day will be spent learning in the classroom. Registration also includes an outdoor Owl Prowl on The Arboretum grounds from 6 – 8 p.m.
Check out this video of a past Owl Workshop.
Fee: $100 (plus HST) per person if booked before the early bird deadline of Thursday, January 13, 2022. After the early bird deadline the fee is $110 (plus HST).
Learn more online.
