Explore the topic of data cleaning and preparation, and learn best practices that’ll help you work effectively. This workshop will teach you how use the free open source tool, OpenRefine, to get that messy data in order. McLaughlin Library, Room 289

  Intimidated by statistical analysis? Do the words “data analysis” give you the chills? If so, this workshop is for you! Come and learn about SPSS! You’ll learn how to import date, generate basic descriptive statistics and graphs for data visualization. McLaughlin Library, Room 289

  Know the basics of SPSS but feel overwhelmed when it comes to what test statistic to use? Look no further! Come to this two-hour interactive workshop to learn how to identify the right type, and how to conduct it using SPSS. McLaughlin Library, Room 289

Every living thing, both plants and animals alike, belong to a community and are constantly interacting with one another. Some of these interactions are friendly, while some not so much. Let us fill you in on the latest gossip about all the complicated relationships found in nature. $2 per person. Free for children under age 5.

  Look and feel like a pro with SAS! You’ll learn what “SAS” stands for and start analyzing statistics. In two-hours you’ll be ready to impress friends and family with this easy-to-use statistical analysis software package. McLaughlin Library, Room 289

Professional Staff Association annual general meeting for all professional and managerial employees.   BBQ lunch in the Conservatory Gardens.   Learn more at https://www.uoguelph.ca/psa/psa-agm-june-7

The Comparative and Translational Regenerative Medicine Network at Guelph with the support of the Department of Biomedical Sciences hosts Prof. Frank Barry who will present a talk on "Mesenchymal Stromal Cell Therapy for Osteoarthritis:  Obstacles in Translation". OVC Lifetime Learning Centre, Room 1713

  In two hours you’ll be on your way to becoming known as a “Statistics Rockstar” by learning how to run advanced statistical tests. McLaughlin Library, Room 289

U of G is proud to host the Toronto Argonauts preseason game against the Ottawa Redblacks, June 7 at Alumni Stadium. Kick off at 7 p.m. Tickets are on sale now!

  The Centre for Public Health and Zoonoses hosts a full-day of posters and presentations on current issues related to zoonotic disease and public health. Topics include food safety, One Health, vector-borne diseases, comparative medicine and more. This is a free event, and everyone is welcome to attend.

At this workshop you’ll learn how to modify and enhance charts created in Excel. McLaughlin Library, Room 289

  Network data is all around us, but it takes a keen eye to see the hidden structure and patterns in the data. By visualizing network data we can expose this hidden information and study it.Come to this workshop to learn how to use Gephi to create visualizations and learn about the structure of the

Once upon a time there were three little birds. One bird made its nest out of sticks, the second made theirs out of moss, and the third made theirs out of its own saliva. Different species have unique ways of constructing their homes for different purposes. Let’s explore the incredible world of nest building and

Tableau is a powerful tool for creating interactive expressive data visualizations without using code. Come to this workshop to get started using Tableau. McLaughlin Library, Room 289

  Presentation Boot Camp: Fundamentals is for students who would like to learn more about presentation skills and strategies to use in academic settings. McLaughlin Library, Room 384

  The most effective way to improve your presentation skills is through practice. Presentation Boot Camp: Put It In Practice is for students who would like to practice their presentation skills. McLaughlin Library, Room 384

In this workshop session, we provide foundational skills and strategies that will carry you through the thesis or dissertation process. Topics covered will include: Managing the Thesis Process: We discuss goal setting and time management strategies to keep you motivated throughout your graduate degree Formulating Your Research Question: Your research question forms the basis of

In this workshop session, we focus on one of the most difficult parts of a thesis to write, the Literature Review. Gathering and Reading Literature A good thesis demands a good literature review, and that means finding and critically analyzing the key literature in your field. In this session, learn some methods for finding and

In this workshop session, we address the specific time management challenges that graduate students face.  Topics covered will include: Graduate When You Want To Long-term Planning: Learn how to predict your time to completion and use project management tools to help you meet your goals as a graduate student School-Life Balance Learn practical strategies to

ggplot lets you create quick, clean and professional-looking visualizations. Come to this workshop and get started creating and customizing charts and graphs. McLaughlin Library, Room 289