ONLINE: CIRCLE Graduate South Asia Conference
This three-day virtual conference presents PhD scholars from programs in the fields of health, natural sciences and engineering, and social sciences and humanities from Canadian and South Asian Universities. It will showcase the cutting-edge research focused on South Asia and/or the South Asian diaspora and increase awareness about such research, facilitate networking, and foster impactful
Black Faculty and Staff Network Welcome Event
The Black Faculty and Staff Network (BFSN) serves as a place of engagement, support and community for Black-identifying faculty and staff at the U of G. Join us for our Welcome Event on September 29 with food, music and an address by U of G Chancellor Dr. Mary Anne Chambers. We hope to see you
ONLINE: 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. Go at your own pace through each lesson in this special online, on-demand, five-session sleep skills program with Kathy Somers of the Stress Management and High Performance Clinic. You have lifetime access
Film Screening: Migrant Dreams
Screening and discussion of the documentary Migrant Dreams by director Min Sook Lee. We’ll be meeting in the Community Classroom located on the 4th floor of the 10C community space, located at 42 Carden St. (opposite Guelph city hall). The event is free and open to all. Join director Min Sook Lee and U of G’s
Reflections on Reconciliation: Orange Shirt Day & National Day for Truth and Reconciliation
Join the U of G community in Branion Plaza as we gather together to mark Orange Shirt Day and the National Day for Truth and Reconciliation. https://indigenous.uoguelph.ca/reconciliation
Campus Mile: Kick-Off to Healthy Workplace Month 2022
Staff, faculty and students are invited to celebrate the launch of Healthy Workplace Month with the fifth annual U of G Campus Mile! This year, whether you are joining us on Guelph campus or from further away, we have something for you. On campus Meet us at the Portico to walk, run or roll one
ONLINE: University of Guelph Sustainable Restaurant Project Symposium
You’re invited to attend the University of Guelph Sustainable Restaurant Project’s 10th annual symposium. This year’s theme is "confronting foodservice industry challenges through research and advocacy". The symposium will feature presentations by Emily Robinson and Rebecca Gordon of the University of Guelph and Kyla Tuori, the Corporate Chef of Unilever and the Fair Kitchens Ambassador.
Senate Meeting
Senate meetings are open to the public. Please e-mail univsec@uoguelph.ca to register. For more information about the agenda, location and timing of the meeting please visit the Secretariat's Governance Portal to access the agenda package. Agenda packages are published approximately one week in advance of the meeting.
ONLINE: Landscape Architecture Guest Lecture “Climate Adaptive Landscapes”
The Landscape Architecture program in the School of Environmental Design and Rural Development presents a guest lecture entitled "Climate Adaptive Landscapes" by Gena Wirth. Gena is the Design Principal at SCAPE Studio in New York City. Trained in landscape architecture, urban planning and horticulture, Gena draws from her interdisciplinary training to create ecologically rich and
Guelph Food Safety Seminars
The Guelph Food Safety Seminars (GFSS) is a partnership in agri-food safety. Our partners are the University of Guelph: Food Science and the Canadian Research Institute for Food Safety, Agriculture and Agri-Food Canada, Public Health Agency of Canada, Ontario Ministry of Agriculture, Food and Rural Affairs, Canadian Food Inspection Agency, Canadian Institute of Public Health
Addressing Islamophobia in the Classroom: Improving the Student Experience
In celebration of Islamic Heritage Month, the University of Guelph Muslim Students’ Association and the College of Social and Applied Human Sciences Dean’s Office present: Addressing Islamophobia in the Classroom: Improving the Student Experience We humbly extend an invitation to University of Guelph faculty, students and staff, and hope you will join us for this
Food and Agriculture Job Fair
Meet in person with employers from the food, agri-business and agricultural industries at the annual OAC Food and Agriculture Job Fair! This event is for U of G students and alumni only. Land your first post-grad, summer 2023 job, or secure your next co-op work term. Learn about the agri-industry industry, trends, and career options.
ONLINE: Stress Less for Tests
Learn practical skills and strategies to decrease test anxiety and enhance energy and performance during exam periods. Go at your own pace through the series of 5 to 15 minute lessons (3 hours of training in total) in this special online, on-demand program with Kathy Somers of the Stress Management and High Performance Clinic. You
Take Your Break: Free Hot Beverage for All Employees
Taking regular breaks during the workday can help you de-stress and re-charge. Stop by Brass Taps or the OVC Cafeteria between 9:30 and 11 a.m. for a free hot beverage. An assortment of delicious snacks will also be available! Bring along your colleagues. This opportunity is available for all U of G employees. The Take
ONLINE: Skills for Research Impact – Approaches to KMB – Examples from U of G
How can you share research and engage with non-academic audiences? During this workshop, you will hear from a panel of projects and programs here at the University of Guelph about their approaches to knowledge mobilization (KMb). Speakers from across sectors will discuss their strategies for engaging stakeholders, mobilizing knowledge and planning for impact. By the
Applying to Graduate School in Psychology – Panel for students from under-represented communities, including first generation and racialized students
This event aims to provide insight into the application process for graduate school in Psychology to enhance opportunity and access for students from traditionally underrepresented groups. It will consist of a panel session where scholars and current graduate students will share their personal experiences, followed by an application workshop and area-specific networking sessions led by
ONLINE: Better Sleep for Mid-Life Women
Learn drug-free tips to help cope with mid-life sleep changes, hot flashes and the frustration of being awake through the night. This two-hour skills workshop meets online with Kathy Somers of the Stress Management and High Performance Clinic. Your link will be e-mailed to you upon registration in the workshop. Register online.
Working With Vulnerable People in Turbulent Times
Learn about Development Workshop's trajectory starting from group of students working on research on development all the way to an international NGO. Guest Speaker: Allan Cain Director of Development Workshop, Architect, Urban Development Specialist Virtual: ZOOM.US/J/98642915126 In Person: J.D. Maclachlan Bldg - Rm. 101 For more information, visit: csahs.uoguelph.ca/allan-cain
Employees: Easy Food Skills and Planning for Healthy, No Waste Meals
This Healthy Workplace Month, faculty and staff are invited to join Amar Laila in this interactive workshop to learn key food skills to help you plan healthy, no waste meals for yourself and your family. Skills you will learn include meal planning, involving children, eating more plant-based protein, and making tasty leftovers. After the workshop,
Emotional Resiliency and Customer Service
Whether it's registering new students, supporting technology, or checking out workout equipment, customer service is one of the most common, important and challenging roles on campus. It takes perseverance and commitment to meet with staff, faculty and students all day, every day to keep the wheels turning. The role can be very rewarding, but the