PhD Thesis Defence: Olutobi Oluwole
Interested members of the University community are invited to attend the final oral examination of Olutobi Oluwole, Department of Biomedical Sciences, who will defend her thesis on "Testis Specific Protein Y Encoded and Genome Wide Copy Number Variation and Changes in Individual Bulls." Time: 12:30 p.m. Location: http://www.uoguelph.ca/campus/map/biomedicalsci/ OVC Biomedical Sciences, Room 1642
MLA Thesis Defence: Megan Thomas
Megan Thomas, a master of landscape architecture candidate in the School of Environmental Design and Rural Development, will defend her thesis on "Connecting Youth With Nature: Exploring the Viability of a Nation-Wide Youth Conservation Program in Canada". The adviser is Prof. Sean Kelly. All are welcome to attend. Time: 11:30 a.m. Location: Landscape Architecture, Room
Animal Welfare Research Symposium
Held each spring, the Animal Welfare Research Symposium showcases research in animal welfare from multiple disciplines across the University of Guelph. A wide range of topics related to animal welfare, animal ethics and the role of animals in society will be presented with talks and posters. The symposium provides a forum for faculty and graduate
M.Sc. Thesis Defence: Han “Joe” Yao
Han "Joe" Yao, a master of science candidate in the Department of Chemistry, will defend his thesis on "A study of the mechanical forces induced by low-energy (10-100 eV) electron irradiation of alkanethiol self-assembled monolayers on Au(111)." Time: 10 a.m. Location: Science Complex, Room 1511
Crepuscule in Guelph 2016
The International Institute for Critical Studies in Improvisation, Musagetes and the Laurier Centre for Music in the Community present Crepuscule 2016 with improviser-in-residence Douglas Ewart. Crepuscule is a free and family-friendly event that includes a broad range of community groups and artists. Time: 2 p.m. Location: Arboretum
PhD Thesis Defence: Zhenhua Xu
Zhenhua Xu, a PhD candidate in the Department of Molecular and Cellular Biology, will defend his thesis on "The Role of Anthocyanins and the GATA Transcription Factors GNC and CGA1 in the Plant Response to Stress." The adviser is Prof. Steven Rothstein. Time: 1:30 p.m. Location: Science Complex, Room 1511
2016 CAVEPM Conference
The Ontario Veterinary College presents the 2016 conference of the Canadian Association of Veterinary Epidemiology and Preventive Medicine (CAVEPM). This year's theme is "Thinking Outside the Epidemiological Tool Box." The CAVEPM focuses on issues related to all aspects of veterinary epidemiology and preventive medicine, including food safety, animal welfare, zoonoses and health management, using a
ICCI Cancer Research Symposium
The ninth annual Institute for Comparative Cancer Investigation (ICCI) Cancer Research Symposium will feature keynote speaker Dr. Jaime Modiano. His talk is titled "Swimming Against the Current: A Turning Point in the Battle Against Hemangiosarcoma." Registration and abstract submission are now available. Location: OVC Lifetime Learning Centre, Room 1714
Poultry Health Research Network Seminar Series
The Poultry Health Research Network (PHRN) Seminar Series presents Melanie Barham, Animal Health Network coordinator, Animal Health Laboratory, Laboratory Services, University of Guelph. She will discuss "Ontario Animal Health Network: A Collaborative Approach to Poultry Surveillance." Refreshments will be provided. Location: OVC Pathobiology AHL, Room 1812
Relaxation and Stress Management Skills Training
Learn to relax tight muscles, calm emotions, settle a busy brain, have more energy and perform better in a busy world. This 12-session program meets on Tuesdays and Thursdays for six weeks. The fee is $40 for U of G students, $60 for members of USW Local 4120 and $120 for everyone else. Location: University
Rovers on Mars Talk and Observatory Tour
The Curiosity Rover self-portrait (courtesy of NASA/JPL-Caltech/MSSS) Learn about the intense physics research being performed right here in Guelph at this all-ages free event that showcases the University of Guelph's heavy involvement with the Mars rover project. This is a great event for kids and anyone else with a passion for outer space. If the
Luminary Leader Speaker Series Features Bob Rae
The Rt. Hon. Bob Rae is the keynote speaker for the Luminary Leader Speaker Series. His personal and professional achievements include: • Successfully serving as Ontario’s 21st premier from 1990 to 1995.• Participation in negotiations that resulted in the inclusion of Aboriginal rights in Section 35 of Canada’s Constitution in 1982.• His leadership contributions as
Campus in Community: Research in Action Immigration Series
Mohammed Baobaid, executive director of the Muslim Resource Centre for Social Support and Integration, and Prof. Lynda Ashbourne, Department of Family Relations and Applied Nutrition (Couple and Family Therapy), present a free public lecture on "Enhancing Family Safety With Newcomer Families: Lessons Learned From Working With the Muslim Community." How can we best support the
Annual Plant Ag Plant Sale
The Department of Plant Agriculture is hosting a plant sale featuring a wide variety of vegetables, plants and herbs. Come early before the most popular items are sold out! Time: 8:30 a.m. Location: In front of Crop Science building
PhD Thesis Defence: Leah Soroka
Leah Soroka, a PhD candidate in rural studies in the School of Environmental Design and Rural Development, will defend her thesis on "How Foresight Can Operationalize the Notion of Sustainability." The adviser is Prof. Al Lauzon. All are welcome to attend. Time: 1 p.m. Location: Landscape Architecture, Room 143
Better Sleep Program
Learn how to decrease insomnia, fall asleep (or back to sleep) more easily, and get more energy from sleep using proven, drug-free strategies. This five-session program meets Tuesdays from 6:30 to 7:30 pm. The fee is $20 for U of G students, $25 for members of USW Local 4120 and $50 for all others. Location:
2016 Canadian Council for Small Business and Entrepreneurship Conference
The University of Guelph's Centre for Business and Student Enterprise (CBaSE) and College of Business and Economics are hosting the 2016 Canadian Council for Small Business and Entrepreneurship (CCSBE) Conference. Entrepreneurs, educators, policy makers, business owners, students and others interested in promoting small business and entrepreneurship are encouraged to attend. This year's theme is "Leaders
PhD Thesis Defence: Casey Ford
Casey Ford, a PhD candidate in the Department of Philosophy, will defend his thesis on "The Logic of Vanishing: Becoming in Hegel and Deleuze." His adviser is Prof. Peter Eardley and co-adviser is Prof. Jay Lampert. Time: 3:30 p.m. Location: MacKinnon Building, Room 346
OAC Dean Candidate Public Presentation
The first candidate for the OAC dean position will be on campus for a public presentation and meet with various groups of people. Time: 8:30 a.m. Location: Richards Building, Room 2520
OVC Community Open House
The U of G community is invited to the OVC community open house to learn more about the Project 2 preliminary design. Location: OVC Lifetime Learning Centre, OVC Cafeteria