Gathering Hope: Evidence and Inspiration for Environmental Action
Join the Kinross Chair in Environmental Governance for a virtual panel discussion on evidence-based hope and environmental solutions. Kinross Chair Stephanie Cairns will moderate a discussion with high-profile panelists, including keynote speaker Dr. Elin Kelsey, author of Hope Matters. "...because we only hear about problems, we're missing the evidence of things that are moving in
Arboretum Workshop: Virtual Starting Plants from Seed
Arboretum Centre 200 Arboretum Rd, Guelph, CanadaThis is a two part course that will introduce you the wonders of growing all kinds of different plants from seed and will draw on Robert Pavlis’ experience growing over 2,000 species of plants from seed. Part 1: Fundamentals of Seed Germination This first part will look at the basics of seed biology to really
ONLINE: Decreasing Headaches program
More than 3 or 4 headaches a month are too many! Learn drug-free strategies to decrease tension and migraine headaches, and decrease headache pain. This four-part skills program with Kathy Somers of the Stress Management & High Performance Clinic meets ONLINE for 90 minutes, once a week, for 4 weeks. Your link will be e-mailed
Introduction to the Professional and Career Development Record (PCDR)
The Professional and Career Development Record (PCDR) is a tool built into Experience Guelph that launched in November 2021. The PCDR formally recognizes a student's involvement in on- and off- campus professional and career development activities, most notably experiential learning. By the end of this workshop participants will be able to: Explain the purpose of
Project SOY Plus Finale
Join us for the annual Project SOY Plus finale. This year’s event will take place in the University of Guelph's University Centre on March 31st, 2023. Judging and public viewing of projects is available 10 a.m. until noon - during this time, we encourage you to ask questions and learn more about these student innovations.
ONLINE: Virtual (Zoom) Constellation “Walk”
Learning the night sky is like getting to know a new neighborhood. At first, it may seem big and confusing, but as you strike out and become more and more familiar with prominent landmarks, the day comes when you realize that the neighborhood is no longer new. It’s home. Join us for monthly sessions as
HPC Physical Well-being Series: Increase Healthy Eating Habits and Learn how Nutrition Impacts your Mental Health
After the holiday season, many of us may be trying to get back into our typical routines and start incorporating more healthy eating behaviours into our day-to-day. But it may be overwhelming to try and find where to start with all the diet myths that are out there. Join HPC's registered dietician, Rachel Hannah, to
Skills for Research Impact Workshop: Stakeholder Engagement
Actively engaging your audiences in your research process is one of the most effective ways to increase the uptake and impact of your research. But how does that work? By the end of this workshop, participants will be able to: Identify a range of key stakeholders and potential goals for engagement Consider different levels and
Free Workshop: Pitch Perfect – Master Your Presentation Skills
Whether you are a student and presenting to your class, or an entrepreneur pitching to investors, this workshop will teach you the necessary skills you need to help you level up your public speaking. Join this workshop if you want to learn public speaking techniques to help build your confidence in meetings, presentations and pitch
ONLINE: Relaxation and Stress Management Skills program
Learn to relax tight muscles, calm anxiety, settle a busy a brain, and have more energy! Strengthen your ability to restore yourself during these challenging times. A smorgasbord of techniques for thriving under pressure are practiced in and out of class to begin developing lifetime skills. This 12-part program with Kathy Somers of the Stress
P4E Job Fair 2023
Hosted in partnership with Conestoga College, University of Waterloo and Wilfrid Laurier University, connect with 140+ employers who want to meet and hire talented U of G students and alumni for Summer, Co-op, and Full-time positions! https://www.recruitguelph.ca/cecs/events/2023/02/p4e-job-fair-2023
Building Knowledge Together: Sharing Experiences Between Potato Farmers
Can you imagine a world without french fries, potato chips or poutine? Without potato farmers, you might have to! With climate change and the cost of production putting more and more pressure on farmers, local potato producers are asking: how do we keep growing your favourite foods? Join us in the UofG Arboretum on Wednesday,
Arboretum Workshop: Virtual Starting Plants from Seed
This is a two part course that will introduce you the wonders of growing all kinds of different plants from seed and will draw on Robert Pavlis’ experience growing over 2,000 species of plants from seed. Part 1: Fundamentals of Seed Germination This first part will look at the basics of seed biology to really
Arboretum Workshop: In-Person Animal Tracking
Have you ever wondered what made those marks in the snow? In this full-day program we will learn how to track animals. We will study the tracks and signs of
Hillside Inside Kick-off – Noon Hour Concert featuring Svjata Vatra
Free Noon hour concert in the University Centre Courtyard with Svatra Vatra, here from Ukraine. This is the kick-off concert for the Hillside Inside 2023 which has events all weekend
In-Person Winter Tree I.D.
No leaves? No problem! From bark, to buds, to leaf scars, participants get hands-on experience in reading these winter clues for winter identification of trees. This workshop focuses on native
Wellness@Work: Mindful Morning Moment
ONLINE Ontario, CanadaJoin this short mindful moment or the entire series to kick start your Monday morning and your week. This mindfulness exercise will be a guided activity focused on guided breathing.
Wellness@Work: Get to know your campus Athletic Facilities!
Looking to start a new fitness or wellness journey? Did you know that all staff/faculty on campus have access to a subsidized rate to use the on-campus facilities? Join us
Landcape Architecture Guest Lecture “Impactful Landscapes” by Yvonne Battista
The Landscape Architecture program in the School of Environmental Design and Rural Development presents a guest lecture entitled “Impactful Landscapes” by Yvonne Battista. Yvonne is a Principal at STUDIO tla
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