Student Nominations Open for Senate Byelections
Nominations to the University of Guelph Senate open Tuesday, Sept. 8. and will be accepted until Friday, Sept. 18 at 3 p.m. Byelections will be held from Monday, Sept. 28 to Wednesday, Sept. 30 (ballots will be sent via Gryph Mail). Visit the University Secretariat’s website for more information and nomination forms.
Arboretum Plant Sale
The Arboretum is hosting its annual plant sale, featuring a wide variety of trees, shrubs and perennials. All plants are grown and cared for by Arboretum Auxiliary members in the Arboretum's nursery and greenhouse. All sale proceeds help with the ongoing maintenance and development of the Arboretum.
Naomi Klein Talk at U of G
The College of Arts, the College of Biological Science and the Eden Mills Writers' Festival present a talk by Naomi Klein, titled "This Changes Everything: Capitalism vs. the Climate." General admission is $10, or $5 for students with ID. Advance tickets are available at The Bookshelf and EMWFtix.ca.
PhD Thesis Defence: Brooke Struck
Brooke Struck, a PhD candidate in the Department of Philosophy, will defend his thesis on "The Critical Stance: Ernst Cassirer and the Realist-Empiricist Dispute in the Philosophy of Science." His adviser is Prof. Jeff Mitscherling. Location: MacKinnon Building, Room 346
Wine and Spirit Education Trust Certification Programs
Whether you're a beginner or an expert, there's a wine course for you. The Level 1 Award in Wines begins Sept. 26 and the Level 2 Award in Wines and Spirits begins Sept. 28. Both programs are offered by the School of Hospitality, Food and Tourism Management.
M.Sc. Thesis Defence: Yimeng “Jack” He
Yimeng "Jack" He, a master's student in the Department of Chemistry, will defend his thesis on "Electrochemical Reduction of Arylsulfonyl Indoles." Location: MacNaughton Building, Room 222
Ecological Justice: An Interdisciplinary Speaker Series
Prof. Barry Smit, Department of Geography, presents "Climate Change is an Unnatural Disaster: Politics and Power, Livelihood and Lives." This event is sponsored by Initiatives in Global Justice. A light lunch will be served. Location: MacKinnon Building, Room 317
Thursdays at Noon Concert Series Presents Banda Magda
New-York based global music ensemble Banda Magda brings their vibrant songs and stories to the University of Guelph. South American rhythm creates the pulse of this energizing group of friends who sing in five different languages in a mix of colour and sound. Admission is free but donations are gratefully appreciated. Everyone is welcome. Location:
“Why Am I Here?”
Join us at War Memorial Hall as a secular humanist and a Christian discuss the meaning of life. The debate will be followed by a reception where the debaters will have their books on display and light refreshments will be served. The speakers are Chris DiCarlo from the Society of Ontario Free Thinkers and the
Landscape Architecture 50-Year Celebration
Landscape architecture (LA) graduates and their families are invited to a weekend celebration of 50 years of landscape architecture at the University of Guelph.
PhD Thesis Defence: Elyse Roach
Elyse Roach, a PhD candidate in the Department of Molecular and Cellular Biology, will defend her thesis on "Investigation of the Structures of ZapA and ZapD from Escherichia coli and their Roles in Bacterial Cell Division." The adviser is Prof. Cezar Khursigara. Location: Science Complex, Room 2315
Homecoming 2015
The Guelph Gryphons will face rival McMaster Marauders on Sept. 19, 1 p.m., at Alumni Stadium in the annual University of Guelph Homecoming Game. The traditional alumni football game, the Glory Bowl, will take place at 10 a.m. For the Gryphons’ match against McMaster, stadium gates will open at 11 a.m. The event will include
International Development Studies Speaker Event
Des Gasper will give a talk on "Impacts on Health and Mortality of Climate Change and the Ethical Implications." He is a professor of human development, development ethics and public policy at the International Institute of Social Studies in The Hague. Location: MacKinnon Building, Room 230
PSA Kick-Off Lunch
The Professional Staff Association (PSA) lunch for all professional and managerial group employees will feature PSA updates and new benefits for members. Lunch will be provided. Location: University Centre, Peter Clark Hall (basement)
Campbell Centre for Animal Behaviour and Welfare Seminar Series
Animal and poultry science professor Kate Shoveller presents "Companion Animal Research: Balancing Science, Welfare and Public Perception." Time: 12:30 p.m. Location: OVC Lifetime Learning Centre, Room 1715
PhD Thesis Defence: Antonio Facciuolo
Antonio Facciuolo, a PhD candidate in the Department of Molecular and Cellular Biology, will defend his thesis on "Proteomic and Immunological Investigation of Mycobacterium avium Subspecies Paratuberculosis Secreted Proteins." The adviser is Prof. Lucy Mutharia. Location: Science Complex, Room 1511
United Way Kick-Off Barbecue
All proceeds from the sale of food and beverages at the United Way campaign's kick-off barbecue will go to the United Way. President Franco Vaccarino will announce U of G’s 2015 United Way fundraising goal in Branion Plaza at noon. The barbecue runs from 11:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m.
Thursday At Noon Concert Presents Lynn Kuo and Jason Nett
Lynn Kuo and Jason Nett perform "STRUNG: Modern Works for Violin and Guitar." The contemporary program blends classical music, blues and rock and roll. Admission is free and everyone is welcome. Location: MacKinnon Building, Room 107
International Development Studies Presents Speaker Event
International Development Studies (IDS) presents a talk by IDS professors Cate Dewey and Sally Humphries and PhD candidate Matthew Little, titled "Nutrition, Chronic Disease and Shifting Livelihoods: Lessons from Rural India." Everyone is welcome. Location: Richards Building, Room 2529
Tree Dedication to Memorialize Students
The Central Student Association (CSA) and the Graduate Students’ Association (GSA) is holding a special Student Memorial Tree Dedication Friday, Sept. 25, in honour of five U of G students who passed away during the last academic year. The ceremony will be held at 4 p.m. at the Arboretum Centre. A Katsura tree located in