U of G News

Study Abroad Information Session
2016-09-19 - 2016-11-30
The University of Guelph offers a wide variety of study abroad options for students in any program. Enhance your studies by participating in a semester abroad, exchange program or field school program.
If you are interested in applying for a study abroad program for the summer 2017, fall 2017 or winter 2018 semesters, you must attend an information session. The sessions provide information about your study abroad options, academic considerations and financing. Once you’ve attended a study abroad information session, you will be able to access the online application.
Location: University Centre, Room 390

Town Hall for 2016 National College Health Assessment Survey Results
2016-10-24 11:30 - 13:00 (America/Toronto)
The University of Guelph was one of 41 schools across Canada that participated in the National College Health Assessment (NCHA), a U.S.-based research survey that provides an overview of students’ health habits, behaviours and perceptions. Representatives from Student Wellness at U of G will provide a preliminary overview of the survey results. All staff and students are welcome.
Location: University Centre, Room 103

Stop Worrying!
2016-10-24 19:00 - 21:00
Learn to curb the worry habit and how to avoid the five pitfalls that perpetuate worrying. This two-hour workshop includes brain training exercises and a variety of other techniques to help decrease worrying. The fee is $5 for U of G students, $10 for members of USW Local 4120 and $20 for everyone else.
Location: University Centre, Room 335

Beyond Graduation: Educational Opportunities Fair
2016-10-25 10:00 - 15:00
Explore post-grad educational opportunities, including teacher education, MBA programs, social work, accounting and law. Meet representatives from more than 60 schools in Ontario, across Canada and abroad. Download the U of G Career Fair Plus app or visit www.recruitguelph.ca for a full list of institutions attending.
Location: University Centre

2016 Gairdner Lecture
2016-10-26
Rodolphe Barrangou, recipient of the 2016 Canada Gairdner International Award, will present “CRISPR-Cas Systems: From Adaptive Immunity to Genome Editing Machines.”
Barrangou is an associate professor in the Department of Food, Bioprocessing and Nutrition Sciences, and Todd R. Klaenhammer Distinguished Scholar in Probiotics Research at North Carolina State University.
Time: 10:30 a.m.
Location: OVC Pathobiology AHL, Room 1800

Make Your Mark
2016-10-26 19:00 - 20:30
The Entrepreneurship Society at the University of Guelph presents its first speaker series event of the 2016-17 school year. The Make Your Mark event features young entrepreneurs offering insight and inspiration to encourage the entrepreneurial spirit in all of us!
Register on the Mark Your Mark Eventbrite webpage.
Location: Alexander Hall, Room 100

Animal Behaviour and Welfare Seminar
2016-10-27
Prof. Renée Bergeron, Animal Biosciences, will discuss “The Natural Way to Feed Cows.”
The Animal Behaviour and Welfare Seminar Series features a new speaker each month. Topics covered are diverse, ranging from fundamental and applied animal welfare research to ethics, consumer studies, nutrition, genetics and history. Most seminars are also offered via Livestream.
Time: 12:30 p.m.
Location: OVC Pathobiology AHL, Room 1800

Thursday at Noon Concert Presents Phoenix Jazz Group
2016-10-27 12:00 - 13:00
The Phoenix Jazz Group will perform original acoustic mainstream jazz in a contemporary vein, acknowledging the great jazz traditions that have gone before it. Admission is free and everyone is welcome.
Location: MacKinnon 107
A workshop with the Phoenix Jazz Group will be held from 2 to 3:30 p.m. in MacKinnon 103.

The Law and Politics of Assisted Suicide
2016-10-28 11:30 - 13:00
The Department of Political Science Speaker Series presents a panel discussion featuring:
– PhD student Jamie Rothenburger, Ontario Veterinary College;
– Prof. Trudo Lemmens, Faculty of Law, University of Toronto; and
– Prof. Dave Snow, Political Science, University of Guelph.
The moderator is Prof. Dennis Baker, Political Science, University of Guelph.
Location: MacKinnon Building, Room 120

Prof. Nigel Raine Discusses Impact of Insecticide on Bumblebees
2016-10-28 15:30 - 16:30
The School of Environmental Sciences Fall Seminar Series presents a talk by Prof. Nigel Raine, Rebanks Family Chair in Pollinator Conservation, titled “Insecticide Impacts on Bumblebees: From Colony Founding to Pollination Services.” Visit www.uoguelph.ca/ses for the abstract.
Location: Alexander Hall, Room 265

Guelph Family Health Study: Creating Healthy Families Together
2016-10-29 09:00 - 13:00
The Guelph Family Health Study (GFHS) invites the community to attend the first GFHS conference. The study’s researchers and guest speakers will share cutting-edge science related to family health and practical tips for developing healthy routines
The conference is a great opportunity to learn more about the GFHS and family health. There will be engaging activities for children to participate in while attendees enjoy the conference. Free parking and admission. Lunch will be provided.
Location: Science Complex atrium

Café Philosophique presents Roméo Dallaire
2016-10-29 14:00 - 16:00
Roméo Dallaire is a retired lieutenant-general, retired Canadian senator and celebrated humanitarian. After reading an excerpt from his most recent book, Waiting for First Light: My Ongoing Battle With PTSD, he will discuss the book and his struggle with PTSD with U of G history professor Matthew Hayday.
Tickets are $8 for general admission and $6 for students with ID. Tickets are available in advance at The Bookshelf or at the door. The event will be held at Lakeside Hope House, 75 Norfolk St., Guelph.

Trick or Eat 2016
2016-10-31 16:45 - 20:00 | University Centre, Ontario, Canada
Trick or Eat is a youth-led national event that puts a new spin on the annual night of giving – Halloween! Thousands of Trick or Eaters across Canada, go door to door to collect food for local community organizations, and funds to support students advocating for good food for all. Trick or Eat is a national day of action, for young people to come together and actively show that they want to see a difference on the issue of hunger on their campuses and in their communities.
1,000 students will go door-to-door in the City of Guelph collecting food for the Guelph Food Bank and the CSA Student Food Bank. In the past, U of G students have set national records, raising over 44,000 pounds of food in one night, equaling over $100,000.
Gather in the University Centre (UC) Courtyard at 4:45 p.m.
• CFRU will be DJ-ing and broadcasting live!
• There will be costume prizes and snacks!
Hop on a schoolbus
• You will go to a local neighbourhood school
• You will receive grocery carts for collecting food donations
• Your team will walk door-to-door on a collection route
• You will return the cart (full of food!) to your drop-off spot
Hop back on the bus, and you’ll be brought back to the UC by 8 p.m..
Read more about the event in the Guelph Today.

Thursdays at Noon Concert Presents a Tribute to Ken Aldcroft's Threads (Quintet)
2016-11-01 08:00 - 17:00
The Threads (Quintet) will perform music that merges improvisation with composition while embracing the rich history of jazz and moving it forward. All compositions are by Ken Aldcroft.
Time: noon
Location: MacKinnon 107

Financial Literacy Fair
2016-11-01 10:00 - 15:00
Student Financial Services is hosting a Financial Literacy Fair.
Representatives from the following organizations will be there:
· Canada Revenue Agency,
· National Student Loan Service Centre,
· Credit Canada Debt Solutions,
· Wellington Family Counselling & Support Services,
· University of Guelph Wellness Centre,
· Guelph Student Food Bank and
· University of Guelph Student Financial Services.
This is an opportunity to raise financial awareness, learn new skills and ask questions about:
· University of Guelph student billing, student account management and refunds;
· scholarships, bursaries, work study and undergraduate research assistantship program ;
· personal well-being;
· Ontario Student Assistance Program (OSAP);
· government student aid programs, out-of-province and the U.S. loan program;
· repayment of government student loans and repayment assistance;
· choosing the right credit card and understanding your rights and responsibilities;
· managing debt and understanding credit reports and ratings;
· budgeting skills;
· filing your personal tax returns and tax advice; and
· protecting yourself from fraud.
There will be handouts, popcorn, candy floss, games and prizes!
Location: University Centre, courtyard

Marketing and Consumer Studies Graduate Information Session
2016-11-02
The MCS Graduate Information Session is for undergraduate students and other individuals interested in pursuing higher education in Marketing and Consumer Studies at the University of Guelph. This session will include information about the graduate diploma in market research, and the master of science in marketing and consumer studies.
To register, please contact Alanna Reid at mcsmsc@uoguelph.ca.
Time: 5:30 p.m.
Location: Macdonald Stewart Hall

Real Estate and Housing Career Fair
2016-11-02 10:00 - 15:00
The Real Estate and Housing Career Fair is an opportunity to meet employers who are actively recruiting students for exciting co-op, part-time, full-time and contract positions in the real estate and housing industry. Download the U of G Career Fair Plus app or visit www.recruitguelph.ca for a full list of institutions attending.
Location: University Centre, Peter Clark Hall (lower level)

SEDRD Grad Program Information Night
2016-11-02 17:30 - 19:00
The School of Environmental Design and Rural Development will host a Grad Program Information Night for prospective students interested in graduate studies in landscape architecture; rural planning and development; capacity development; and extension and rural studies. Light refreshments and pizza will be provided.
Location: Landscape Architecture, Lobby (Pit)

Stress Eating
2016-11-02 19:00 - 21:00
Why does stress have such a big impact on our eating behaviour? This free public presentation on Stress Awareness Day explores the pathways through which stress drives eating — and possible hacks.
Location: University Centre, Room 335

One Health Poster Day Celebrates Global One Health Day
2016-11-03 10:00 - 15:00
The Centre for Public Health and Zoonoses (CPHAZ) is hosting a One Health poster day to celebrate Global One Health Day, The posters will feature research, practicum experience, infographics, club information and initiatives related to One Health.
Jeff Wichtel, OVC dean, will deliver the welcome speech at 12:30 p.m.
Location: Science Complex

Decreasing Headaches
2016-11-03 19:30 - 21:00
Learn drug-free strategies to decrease tension and migraine headaches and the pain of headaches without medications.
This four-session program, offered by the Stress Management Clinic, meets on Thursdays for 90 minutes. The fee is $20 for U of G students, $30 for members of USW Local 4120 and $60 for everyone else.
Location: University Centre, Room 335

School of Environmental Sciences Fall Seminar Series
2016-11-04
Guest speaker Scott Ketcheson, a postdoc at McMaster University, presents “Headwater Catchments and Their Importance for Water Availability in the Athabasca River Basin.”
Time: 3:30 p.m.
Location: Alexander Hall, Room 265

Let's Talk Science - School of Witchcraft and Wizardry
2016-11-05 12:00 - 17:00 | Science Complex, 488 Gordon Street, Guelph, Ontario, Canada
More than 2,500 people are registered for this year’s event. During this event, it will include all of the classes from Harry Potter, but wtih U of G students leading science demonstrations and activities that are related to each class. A number of on campus clubs are helping out this year running activities, including Biochem and Chem Club, Botany Club, Astronomy Club, Horticulture Club, Molecular and Cellular Biology Student Group and CSAW.
For more details, visit the event website.

Fall Preview Day
2016-11-06
Visit our campus on Fall Preview Day and meet with faculty and students. Learn what the University has to offer by taking part in our campus tours, academic and student life displays, and information sessions on residence, co-operative education, admission and finance.
Time: 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.
Location: Athletics Centre (W.F. Mitchell)

International Education Week
2016-11-07 - 2016-11-11
International Education Week (IEW) is an annual, week-long celebration of international education during the third week of November. The University of Guelph celebrates IEW with more than 100 countries around the world. International Education Week is designed to showcase the significant contribution that international education makes in preparing Canadians for the global world and supports Canada’s efforts to engage effectively on the international stage.
This initiative is a reflection of the spirit of co-operation and collaboration from the various stakeholders across Canada who will join forces to highlight the importance of international education. Activities undertaken by individuals, schools, colleges, universities, associations, businesses, governments and non-governmental organizations will help strengthen the understanding of international education and its importance.
The Centre for International Programs (CIP) co-ordinates programs and events with campus partners each year to showcase the important contributions of our campus community to international education. Click here for a schedule of the week’s events.

Stress and Sleep Tips for Mental Health
2016-11-07 14:30 - 15:30
Stress and sleep impact our mental health. Learn more about this connection, along with some quick tips for managing stress and sleep for enhanced mental health and wellness. This free one-hour presentation is offered by the Stress Management and High Performance Clinic as part of the University of Guelph’s 1 in 5 Week. Everyone in the University community is invited to attend.
Location: University Centre, Room 335

Cafe Philosophique Presents Emma Donohue
2016-11-08
Award-winning author Emma Donohue presents her most recent book, The Wonder, and converses with Michael Winter, acting co-ordinator of the MFA in creative writing program at Guelph-Humber. General admission is $8; students and seniors are $6. Tickets are available in advance at The Bookshelf or at the door starting at 6:15 p.m. This event is co-sponsored by The Bookshelf and the Eden Mills Writers’ Festival.
Location: Lakeside Hope House, 75 Norfolk St., Guelph
Time: 7 p.m.

Holocaust Education Week: Cattle Car Exhibit
2016-11-08 - 2016-11-11
Hillel of Guelph is bringing a cattle car to Branion Plaza for Holocaust Education week. Photos and literature about the Holocaust will be inside the display, and students from Hillel will help guide visitors.
Location: Branion Plaza

Poultry Health Research Network Seminar
2016-11-08 12:30 - 13:30
Prof. Nicole Nemeth, Pathobiology, presents “Why did the Wild Turkey Cross the Road? A Game Bird Perspective on Poultry Pathogens.”
Location: OVC Lifetime Learning Centre, Room 1714

Landscape Architecture Guest Lecture by Charles Birnbaum
2016-11-09
The landscape architecture programs in the School of Environmental Design and Rural Development present a guest lecture by Charles Birnbaum, president and CEO of The Cultural Landscape Foundation. His talk is titled “Make Visible, Instill Value and Engage the Public in our Shared Landscape Heritage.” All are welcome to attend. Admission is free.
Time: 7 p.m.
Location: Lakeside Downtown Church, 75 Norfolk St., Guelph.
