Supporting Digital Literacy with the Library’s Media Studio
Digital media assignments, such as podcasts, digital stories and live-action videos, can help students develop much needed digital literacy skills. Creating digital media assignments and embedding digital academic skills content into your course can enrich the learning experience of students. In this workshop you will explore opportunities for digital literacy and media creation in
Creating Video and Audio Clips for the Classroom
Video and audio clips can help to make the classroom learning experience more engaging. Creating custom video and audio clips with library resources is easy and can bring classroom topics to life. In this workshop you will: Understand how to use copyright-protected works in the classroom Understand the different types of copyright and know
Writing Tune-up: Grammar – Day 1
Day 1 of this two-day writing workshop will focus on structuring sentences, using verbals and modifiers and punctuating sentences. Although you can attend either day of the Writing Tune-Up: Grammar workshop, it is recommended that you attend both days. McLaughlin Library, Room 384
Writing Tune-up: Grammar – Day 2
Day 2 of this two-day writing workshop will focus on correcting grammar errors, avoiding errors of misuse and going beyond basic grammar. Although you can attend either day of the Writing Tune-Up: Grammar workshop, we recommend attending both days. McLaughlin Library, Room 384
Art Gallery of Guelph’s Picnic in the Park
Families are invited to the AGG's Sculpture Park for an afternoon of free art-making, games, and fun inspired by the season. Craft stations, games, ice cream, PokéStop lures and more! Pack a picnic lunch and blanket, and dress for mess. Complimentary ice cream courtesy of the Ontario Agricultural College’s Department of Food Science.
Supporting Digital Literacy with the Library’s Media Studio
Digital media assignments, such as podcasts, digital stories and live-action videos, can help students develop much-needed digital literacy skills. Creating digital media assignments and embedding digital academic skills content into your course can enrich the learning experience of students. In this workshop you will explore opportunities for digital literacy and media creation in the classroom,
PhD Thesis Defence: Christopher Jordan-Stevens
On Aug. 9, Christopher Jordan-Stevens, a PhD candidate in the Department of Philosophy, will defend his thesis on "Resolving a Kantian Problem: Beyond Reconciliation to Formal Unity." His co-advisors are Karen Houle and Jeff Mitscherling. MacKinnon Building, Room 346
Zumba at the Community Engaged Scholarship Institute
Do you like to dance? Join the Community Engaged Scholarship Institute (CESI) for four free outdoor Zumba® classes this summer! These classes are for all ages and abilities and will be taught by a certified Zumba® instructor. We had a blast at the classes in June and July, and are looking forward to the next
M.Sc. Defence – Dina Petko
Dina Petko, a master of science candidate in the Department of Chemistry, will defend her thesis "Ruthenium Catalyzed Bis-Homo-Diels-Alder Cycloaddition." Her advisor is Prof. William Tam. Are all welcome to attend. MacNaughton Building, Room 222
6th Edition of International Conference and Exhibition on Organic Chemistry
Organic Chemistry conferences | Organic Chemistry 2018 | Organic Chemistry Conference 2018 We are inviting you to attend our “6th Edition of International Conference and Exhibition on Organic Chemistry 2018” which is going to be held at Dublin, Ireland on August 16-17, 2018.The main theme of the Organic chemistry 2018 is “Scientific Breakthrough and Advanced
University of Guelph’s 2018 Ornamental Trial Garden Open House
Tour the University of Guelph's 2018 Ornamental Trial Garden during their annual open house! Aug. 17, noon - 8 p.m. Aug. 18, 9 a.m. - 3 p.m. View next year’s annuals and perennials and pick your favourites Participate in a Consumer Preference Study for ornamentals Evaluate pollinator activity in the trial garden – citizen science
Data Skills Workshop: Creating Data – Surveys
Many researchers, administrators and service providers use surveys to collect data. With the tools available to us, it is easy to create and distribute a survey. However, there are a number of important issues to consider when creating a survey. In this session we will use Qualtrics, our online survey software, to explore the fundamentals
M.Sc. Thesis Defence: Matthew Sing
Matthew Sing, a master of science candidate in the Department of Chemistry will defend his thesis "Towards the Synthesis of Thiotetronic Acids Found in Groundwater and the Synthesis and Reactions of New 1,4-Oxathiin-S,S-dioxides.” His advisor is Prof. Adrian Schwan. All are welcome to attend. MacNaughton Building, Room 222
M.Sc. Thesis Defence: Andrew Chung
Andrew Chung, a master of science candidate in the Department of Chemistry, will defend his thesis on "Structural Influence of Hemicyanine Dyes in Optical Detection Platforms.” His advisor is Prof. Richard Manderville. All are welcome to attend. Summerlee Science Complex, Room 1511
MA Thesis Defence: Denis Tsarev
Denis Tsarev, an MA student in the Department of Philosophy, will defend his thesis on "Philosophical definition of freedom as opportunity sets." His advisor is Karen Wendling. MacKinnon Building, Room 346
Graduate Settlement Deadline
The deadline to submit the Graduate Settlement form for the Fall 2018 semester is Aug. 26. Graduate students must complete the form on WebAdvisor to indicate if they will be paying their tuition and fees by payroll deduction, departmental trust fund, awards or sponsorship. Students paying their account directly in full do not need to
Guelph Bug Day
Guelph Bug Day is a fun, free, educational event for community members of all ages. Our goal is to cultivate a fascination for the very cool and very small world of insects!
Stream Rehabilitation Training Program – Part 1
Trout Unlimited Canada has partnered with the University of Guelph to present a stream rehabilitation training program. Learn best practices of rehabilitating stream ecosystems and their associated watersheds. The workshops are designed for students, conservation volunteers and environmental professionals that wish to learn and implement successful rehabilitation projects. This series of workshops guides students through
Graduate Student University Teaching Conference
The Graduate Student University Teaching Conference (GSUTC) is a day dedicated to teaching and learning for University of Guelph graduate students. This year's theme is 'Enhancing the Classroom Experience: Teaching, Guiding and Inspiring.' By participating in this conference, graduate students will learn how to: Build valuable teaching skills applicable to a variety of different environments by
O-Week Feminist Breakfast
Looking for like-minded feminists? Craving a community that is committed to anti-oppression advocacy and wants to work on radical events & programs? Enjoy a casual breakfast meet-and-greet at the Guelph Resource Centre for Gender Empowerment and Diversity and learn more about who we are, what we do and how to get involved with us! University