Learn how to use your eyes and ears to identify Ontario owls. Through a wide variety of hands-on activities, you'll learn about owl plumage, calls, behaviour, habitat requirements, migration patterns and folklore. The event includes an evening "Owl Prowl". Register by Jan. 4 to take advantage of the $95 early bird fee. After Jan. 4,

In the spirit of TED, TEDxGuelphU is excited to announce our 9th annual TED-licensed event dedicated to sharing ideas worth spreading. This year’s event, “Brick by Brick”, includes a day of connecting with members of the University and Guelph community through speaker sessions and engagement breaks. The team at TEDxGuelphU invites you to attend and

The Landscape Architecture program in the School of Environmental Design and Rural Development presents a guest lecture by Gina Ford, Principal of Sasaki Associates Inc. Her talk is titled “Designing for Resilience, Equity and Democracy.” All are welcome to attend. Landscape Architecture, Pit Lobby

In a lecture on her award-winning book, Erin Tolley (University of Toronto) argues that race influences electoral news coverage and politics in Canada.  Tolley shows that racial minority politicians receive more negative and less prominent media coverage than their white counterparts. She argues that this is a function of racialized assumptions, institutional biases and organizational

Enjoy a free noon-hour concert featuring the music faculty and instructors from the School of Fine Art and Music. Concerts are 50 minutes in length. All are welcome. MacKinnon Building, Room 107

Join close to 1,000 people on campus for learning and discussion on all topics related to farming in Ontario. Special student pricing of $45 per person. Choose from more than 50 individual sessions pertaining to a broad range of topics that engage in agricultural discussions and future gazing.  

Marie-Claude Bibeau, Minister of International Development and La Francophonie will present the 2018 Winegard Visiting Lectureship on International Development Jan. 22. Minister Bibeau will present her lecture titled "The Future is Female: Canada’s first feminist international assistance policy." Rozanski Hall, Room 101 In her capacity as Minister of International Development and La Francophonie, the Honourable Marie-Claude Bibeau

Elijah Kiarie presents the 2018 Poultry Health Research Network seminar Kiarie will discuss "The overused phrase ‘Gut Health’ in poultry nutrition: What is it, how is it measured and translated to applied nutrition metrics, research direction and gaps?" Pathobiology-AHL Building, Room 1812

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 free, one-hour workshop for university students is provided by the Stress Management and High Performance Clinic. University Centre, Room 335

The HFTM Job Expo is open to any student enrolled in an HFTM course and connects hundreds of students to over 25 organizations annually. Organizations offering full-time, part-time or summer employment to HFTM students at the University of Guelph are welcome to participate in the expo.

Hotel and Food Administration and School of Hospitality Food and Tourism Management alumni, join us for dinner at PJ's in the Atrium from 5:00-6:00 p.m. followed by sessions where you can share your knowledge and give guidance to the next generation of students.

The University of Guelph is considering extending its fall break. The current break includes one day following Thanksgiving weekend.  To accommodate additional fall study days,  the University would need to adjust other key dates in the semester. This matter has been discussed with student leaders, faculty, staff, as well as at Senate.  There is currently

College of Biological Science Alumni, join us for dinner in the Atrium of the Summerlee Science Complex followed by a fantastic career night.  Share your experience, knowledge and networking advice with CBS students.

Join the OVC Alumni Association for a fun night of networking together at The Westin Harbour Castle in Toronto.  Enjoy complimentary appetizers, drinks and door prizes while connecting with fellow alumni, the Dean, OVC staff and faculty, and fourth-year DVM students at our annual Alumni Reception at OVMA!

Sara Traficante (flute) and Emma Rush (guitar) perform romantic music from Spain and Latin America at this edition of the Thursday at Noon Concert Series. Free 50-minute concert. Everyone is welcome. MacKinnon Building, Room 107  

Learn about the behaviour and adaptations of owls in the Guelph area.  The introduction to this program will take place indoors, but dress warmly in preparation for a walk outdoors. This program is for adults and teens age 14+. Presented by guest naturalist Wild Ontario staff. Fee: $15 by January 18 Maximum 25 people  

Join us as we travel to Toronto to visit a number of places of worship this semester! Our tour will include the BAPS Hindu Temple, Multi-Faith Centre at U of T, the Bahai Centre of Toronto and one other building. Together we will explore these places and learn a bit about the religions! Meet us

Learn about the behaviour and adaptations of owls in the Guelph area. The introduction to this program will take place indoors, but dress warmly in preparation for a walk outdoors. This program is for adults and children under 14. Presented by guest naturalist Wild Ontario staff.  

Study the tracks and signs of Ontario mammals and other types of wildlife. Learn to identify and interpret animal tracks by looking at foot morphology, track patterns and gait analysis. Register by Jan. 19 to take advantage of the $75 early bird fee. After Jan. 19, registration is $85 per person. Maximum 18 adults.

Learn to relax tight muscles, calm anxiety, settle a busy brain, cope effectively and have more energy.  This skills training program meets twice a week, on Tuesdays and Thursdays, for 12 sessions  over six weeks. The noon group meets in University Centre, Room 334 from 12 - 1 p.m. The 5:30 p.m. group meets in