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
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
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 Ontario mammals and other types of wildlife. By the end of the day you will be able to identify and interpret animal tracks by looking
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 downtown Guelph. More details on the full program at https://hillsidefestival.ca/hillside-inside-2023-lineup/. This Noon Hour show is co-presented by UC Programming and the Central Students Association.
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 Ontario trees, with some common introduced species included as well. Part of the session will be held outdoors, so be sure to dress for the
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. Join to sit back, relax and follow along to the guided script to start your day in a positive way. All levels of experience are
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 on a tour of what programming/services and equipment is available to our staff/faculty members and why the Athletic facilities might just be the best fit
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 in Toronto with a focus on waterfronts, urban streetscapes, campuses, parks and innovative stormwater management. She has 20 years of design, construction documentation and public
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: 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 & High Performance Clinic. You have lifetime access
Mental Health Resource Fair
Explore mental health resources from Wellness@Work, Student Wellness Services and Student Experience. Grab some refreshments and enter the prize draw.
Mental Health Resource Fair
Explore mental health resources from Wellness@Work, Student Wellness Services and Student Experience. Grab some refreshments and enter the prize draw. Learn more here.
ONLINE: Stress Less for Tests
Learn practical skills and strategies to decrease test anxiety and enhance energy & performance during exam periods. Go at your own pace through the series of 5 - 15 minute lessons (3 hours of training in total) in this special ONLINE, on-demand program with Kathy Somers of the Stress Management & High Performance Clinic. You
Winter 2023 One Health Seminar Series – Dr. David Ma
The One Health seminar series showcases the depth and breadth of One Health research at the University of Guelph. These 50-minute talks feature a 30-minute presentation by U of G faculty, followed by an audience Q&A. Everyone is welcome, particularly graduate students and faculty. February 8, 2023 | 1:00-1:50 PM EST | Pathobiology (PAHL) 1810
2023 She’s Got Game Gala
The She's Got Game Gala celebrates the commitment, determination and excellence of our Gryphon women athletes while raising money to help contribute to their future academic and athletic success. The event will bring together all of those who encourage, support and promote these athletes and the women's varsity program. We invite alumni, families, friends and
Employees – Chair Yoga: Get Fit Where you Sit
Chair Yoga is the way to go when you are reluctant to get into the yoga clothes and get on the mat - challenge yourself with Chair Yoga. Chair Yoga is a gentle yoga practice that adapts various traditional postures for practice in the chair or with the support of a chair. It involves breath-work,
Movement Monday – Chair Yoga: Get Fit Where you Sit
Chair Yoga is the way to go when you are reluctant to get into the yoga clothes and get on the mat - challenge yourself with Chair Yoga. Chair Yoga is a gentle yoga practice that adapts various traditional postures for practice in the chair or with the support of a chair. It is a
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. Join to sit back, relax and follow along to the guided script to start your day in a positive way. All levels of experience are
Landcape Architecture Guest Lecture: “The Works of West 8” by Adriaan Geuze
The Landscape Architecture program in the School of Environmental Design and Rural Development presents a guest lecture entitled “The Works of West 8” by Adriaan Geuze. Adriaan is the Principal and Founder of West 8 in the Netherlands. West 8 is an award-winning international office for urban design and landscape architecture, founded in 1987 with
Free Workshop: Elevating your Social Media Brand
Social media is an effective tool that can expand your brand or company to internal and external audiences. When growing a business through a social media channel, it is crucial to understand how to make your content accessible, how to plan content, and how to decide what platforms best represent your brand. In this workshop,