Galls of Southern Ontario Workshop (In-person)
What is a gall? If you’ve ever noticed a strange bump, ball, or swelling on a leaf or stem, you’ve likely spotted one—but what caused it? Galls are abnormal plant growths triggered by a diverse range of organisms, including insects, mites, and fungi. Far from being mere deformities, these structures serve as protective homes and
Hunters, Fishers and Trappers: The Amazing Life of Spiders (In-person)
In this day-long workshop, participants learn about the fascinating life stories and identification tips about our most important invertebrate predators, the spider. Participants will venture outside for part of the day learning how to find and identify some of our amazing local arachno-fauna, discover first-hand why most insects are arachnophobic, and how we can (and
Graduate Accountability Group
ONLINE Ontario, CanadaThe Graduate Student Accountability Group provides a welcoming, safe, and productive online space for graduate students to do their work. The group is facilitated by a learning specialist and is
Finding your Bearings: What is Research Data Management?
Before starting any research journey, you need to understand the terrain. This session introduces the basics of RDM, explains why it matters, and highlights how effective data practices benefit researchers,
U of G at Canada’s Outdoor Farm Show
U of G at Canada’s Outdoor Farm Show Join the University of Guelph for a special event at Canada’s Outdoor Farm Show celebrating Ontario’s agri-food sector and the research and
Using AI to Write Your Papers: Five Things You Should Know – AI Writing Series
This 25-minute information session shares the top 5 things you should consider when you are thinking about using AI to write your essays.
Campus Master Plan Pop-up
Share your ideas about the future of our campus The University is updating its campus master plan to guide decisions about lands, facilities and amenities. Drop by one of our
AI and Your Unpublished Writing: Risks of Using Large Language Models – AI Writing Series
This 25-minute information session will explore the potential risks of inputting unpublished research and data into large language models (LLMs) and discuss potential mitigation strategies.
“Gaelic in Scotland, Gaelic in Canada: Challenges, Prospects, Connections” Lecture by Professor Robert Dunbar
Gaelic has been spoken for perhaps 1,500 years or more in Scotland, and for over 250 years in what is now Canada. Many Scots are not aware of how widely
Shrub Identification (In-person)
Neither great trees nor a carpet of bloom, the often overlooked but ecologically important shrubs and vines in our landscape will be our focus. Fresh specimens and an easy to
Campus Master Plan Pop-up
Share your ideas about the future of our campus The University is updating its campus master plan to guide decisions about lands, facilities and amenities. Drop by one of our
Plot the Route: Building Your Data Management Plan (DMP)
Every good journey starts with a solid plan. Learn how to draft a data management plan that meets funder, institutional, and ethical requirements. We will cover what to include, tools
START Skills: Effective Reading and Note Taking
Want to start your winter semester off strong? Join the START Team and the Library for START Skills: Effective Reading and Note Taking! In this workshop, you will learn tips
Graduate Accountability Group
The Graduate Student Accountability Group provides a welcoming, safe, and productive online space for graduate students to do their work. The group is facilitated by a learning specialist and is
Writing in the Sciences: Writing Research Articles
This session offers strategies for planning, outlining, drafting, and revising research articles in the sciences. We will explore the key components of the Introduction, Methods, Results, and Discussion sections. We
Mark the Map: File Naming, Metadata, and Organization
Keeping track of your data along the way is essential. This session covers how to structure your folders, name your files, and create clear metadata and documentation so others (and
Writing in the Sciences: Scientific Writing Style
We will focus on specific strategies and techniques that writers can use to strengthen cohesion, concision, and clarity. We recommend that participants bring an example of their own scientific writing
Ontario Universities’ Information Sessions
Wondering what university life is really like? Join us virtually for the inside scoop on everything you need to know about the University of Guelph and U of G-Humber —
RStudio micro 1: Introduction
Are you looking for a statistics tune-up using RStudio? Come to the first workshop in our series to teach you the basics! In RStudio Micro 1: Introduction, you will download
Secure the Journey: Storing and Protecting Your Data
Don’t let your data get lost or compromised mid-journey. We will walk through best practices for storing, backing up, and securing data. Includes how to manage sensitive information and ensure