Celebrating 20 years of the Centre for Families, Work and Well-being
Join us as we celebrate the Centre for Families, Work and Well-being's 20th anniversary and relaunch the Centre with a new strategic direction and vision for the future. We will gather to reconnect and share exciting plans for the Centre's future, and honour and celebrate 20 years of research and impact. This is an accessible, family
Tickets on sale for TEDxGuelphU
Join us for U of G's annual TEDx event. In the spirit of ideas worth spreading, TED has created a program called TEDx. TEDx is a program of local, self-organized events that bring people together to share a TED-like experience. Our event is called TEDxGuelphU, where x = independently organized TED event. At our TEDxGuelphU event,
IF Series Brown Bag Lunch: The Open Movement: Where the women at?
The Open Movement: Where the women at? Bring your lunch to THINC Lab, Library Room 280, and join us for a fun and friendly discussion, lead by Amy Buckland, Head, Research and Scholarship. All are welcome! Speaker: Amy Buckland Register here: http://cal.lib.uoguelph.ca/event/3462847
S2 Speaker Series: Rethink Everything, Or At Least Some Things
Let’s talk about how to have tough conversations. It feels as though open dialogue is a great next step to confronting biases, assumptions, and exploring unmet needs. How can we do it, though? How can we do it when we’re all so polarized? How can we do it and make sure it’s productive? What do
M.Sc. Thesis Defence: Micaela Gray
Micaela Gray, a master of science candidate in the Department of Chemistry, will defend her thesis "Uncovering the Impact of a Fluorescent Merocyanine Probe on the Structure and Function of Aptamers for Protein and Small Molecule Detection." Her advisor is Prof. Richard Manderville. All are welcome to attend. Summerlee Science Complex, Room 1511
University of Guelph Choirs Concert: “(un)Sung Heroes!”
Join us for the University of Guelph Choirs Concert "(un)Sung Heroes!" Featuring: Gryphon Singers and University of Guelph Symphonic Choir Guelph Chamber Players Orchestra Christopher Fischer, solo tenor Antonio Joseph Kappos Conductor Dr. Marta McCarthy St. Nicolas is a 45-minute oratorio that tells the real story of the man we think of as "jolly old Saint Nick"
DIY Teaching: Create Open Digital Course Content with the Library
In this library workshop, instructors will learn about the practice and benefits of integrating open educational practices (OEP) and resources (OER) into their classroom. Participants will have the opportunity to develop skills to create their own open content (including diagrams and videos) using free tools. At the end of the session, participants will leave with
Intro to Programming with Python (Part 1)
Interested in using Python for programming but don't know where to start? Join us for a hands-on, two-part workshop for folks with little experience programming. Part 1 will cover the basics of working with data in Python. We'll cover reading-in data from an external source followed by some simple manipulation and analysis using the built-in
National Day of Remembrance and Action on Violence Against Women: Dec. 6 Memorial
On Dec. 6, join with the University community as we remember, reflect on and respond to the anniversary of the L’École Polytechnique Massacre and Canada's National Day of Remembrance and Action on Violence Against Women. A service will be held in the Adams Atrium in the Thornborough Building that will include remarks and a reading of
Open Journal Systems Editors Meet-Up
Do you work with Open Journal Systems? If so, join us to talk with Wayne Johnston, our Research and Scholarship librarian who works closely with the software, and other colleagues also using the system. McLaughlin Library, Room 289
Q&A Session on U of G’s Draft Freedom of Expression Policy Statement
Open Learning and Educational Support is hosting a Q&A session for faculty and staff on the University of Guelph’s draft Freedom of Expression policy statement that was recently endorsed at Senate. Dale Lackeyram, Associate Director of Educational Development and Cate Dewey, Associate Vice-President (Academic) will facilitate the discussion and gather information about key questions attendees
Intro to Programming with Python (Part 2)
In the library's Intro to Programming with Python (Part 2), we will go beyond the built-in. Participants will learn to iterate over data with loops, use conditional logic to make decisions on the fly, and write reusable code with functions. McLaughlin Library, Room 289
Prud’homme Beer Certification – Level 2 Beer Specialist
This course is designed and developed for participants who wish to further their knowledge of beer for use in the following: the hospitality industry as an agent for a brewer/distributor of beer beverage alcohol education The focus is to provide more detailed insights into brewing ingredients and processes and draught systems while introducing Canadian brewing
Graduate Settlement Deadline
The deadline to submit the Graduate Settlement form for the Winter 2019 semester is Dec. 16. 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 bill with personal funds are not required to
PhD Thesis Defence: Rachel Elliott
Rachel Elliott, a PhD candidate in the Department of Philosophy, will defend her thesis on "Collaborative Temporality: Merleau-Ponty and The Phenomenology of Music." Her advisor is John Russon. MacKinnon Building, Room 346
Final Grades Available on WebAdvisor
Final grades for the Fall 2018 term that have been received in the Office of Registrarial Services will show on WebAdvisor beginning Dec. 21. Grades will continue to be updated on WebAdvisor throughout the day on Dec. 21.
Free Weekly Classical Yoga Class
Classical Yoga for Total Health and Awareness Join us for a FREE classical yoga class every Tuesday from Jan. 8 to . Sessions last approximately 50 minutes. Classical Yoga is a particularly effective and efficient system to not only stretch, tone and develop the muscles but stimulate robust health in all systems of the body.
PhD Thesis Defence- Brent Ables
Brent Ables, a PhD candidate in the Department of Philosophy, will defend his thesis on "A Deleuzian Theory of Eternity." His co-advisors are John Hacker-Wright and Jay Lampert. MacKinnon Building, Room 346
Writing Tune-Up Workshop
This two-day workshop focuses on grammar and is open to everyone at U of G and in the Guelph community. Topics include structuring sentences, using verbals and modifiers, punctuating sentences, correcting grammar errors, avoiding errors of misuse, and going beyond basic grammar. Sessions run 11 a.m. to 6 p.m. McLaughlin Library, Room 384
Data Skills Workshops: Research Data Management
Every researcher begins a research project by formulating a research question and devising a methodology in which to undertake the project. What if you began your project with a plan detailing the actual mechanics of what needs to be considered during every step of the project: from data collection during the initial stages through to