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
Faculty and Staff: Community Breakfast
All U of G faculty and staff are invited to the annual Community Breakfast to celebrate the start of the academic year. Tuesday, September 4, 2018 8:30 a.m. to 10:00 a.m. Guelph Gryphons Athletics Centre (GGAC) Breakfast is served in the W.F. Mitchell Centre gym starting at 8:30 a.m. Then, make your way to the
New Graduate Student Orientation
All new graduate students are invited to the fall 2018 New Graduate Student Orientation Session to learn about resources available across campus. There will be a resource fair in the Rozanski Hall Atrium where you can chat with staff representing the units on campus that provide resources for graduate students. A free pizza lunch
New International Graduate Student Orientation
All new international graduate students are invited to the fall 2018 New International Graduate Student Orientation Session to learn about the resources available across campus. Light refreshments will be served. A bus tour of the city follows at 5 p.m. Family members are welcome to attend. Please RSVP online at http://bit.ly/2KN52A5
The Arboretum Expo: Meet the Trees and Plant Sale
Attendees will have the opportunity to "Meet the Trees" while taking part in tours, demonstrations, research exhibits, full-family activities, live music and plant sale.
Writing Tune-up: Grammar, Day 1 of 2
This two-day Grammar Writing Tune-up series is open to graduate students, undergraduate students, post-doctoral students, visiting scholars and researchers, faculty, staff and community members. Topics covered include: Structuring sentences Using verbals and modifiers Punctuating sentences During this day-long workshop, a half-hour meal break (at 2 p.m.) and snack breaks will be on your own. McLaughlin
In Conversation with Jann Arden – SOLD OUT
- SOLD OUT - The Eden Mills Writers Festival and University of Guelph present In Conversation with Jann Arden Join the beloved Canadian icon and multiple Juno award-winning singer-songwriter as she shares her story and explores the inspiration behind her memoirs, including Feeding My Mother (2017) and Falling Backward (2011). Feeding My Mother is a frank, funny, inspirational and piercingly honest
Writing Tune-up: Grammar, Day 2 of 2
This two-day Grammar Writing Tune-up series is open to graduate and undergraduate students, post-doctoral students, visiting scholars and researchers, faculty and staff at the University of Guelph, as well as Guelph community members. Although you can attend either day, it is recommended that you start with Day 1. Visit the Day 1 description to register
Ecopsychology Workshop
Participants will have the opportunity to engage in an eight-week program that explores the principles of Ecopsychology and Eco Art Therapy. Walking through this program, participants gradually gain a deeper sense of self-value, one’s relationship with nature, and a desire to engage with nature as a trusted and valued aspect of one’s own life.