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Canadian Justice, Indigenous Injustice: A Book Talk with Kent Roach

Rozanski Hall 98 Trent Lane, Guelph, Ontario

The Department of Political Science and the Courts and Politics Research Group presents a talk by Prof. Kent Roach on his recently published book Canadian Justice, Indigenous Injustice: The Gerald Stanley and Colten Boushie Case. Informed and timely, Canadian Justice, Indigenous Injustice is a searing account of one case that provides valuable insight into criminal

M.Sc. Thesis Defence: Michelle Michalski

Science Complex 488 Gordon Street, Guelph, Ontario, Canada

Michelle Michalski, a master of science candidate in the Department of Chemistry, will defend her thesis "New Methods for Allenyl Sulfoxide Formation and Interconversion, and the Synthesis of Partially Deuterated 2-Octenylsuccinic Anhydride." All are welcome to attend.

MLA Thesis Defence: Ruochen Xing

Landscape Architecture 124 Reynolds Walk, Guelph, Ontario, Canada

Ruochen Xing, a master of landscape architecture candidate in the School of Environmental Design and Rural Development, will defend her thesis "An application of biophilic design principles to the Jane-Finch area of Toronto”. All are welcome to attend.

Writing Tune-Up

McLaughlin Library 480 Gordon Street, Guelph, Ontario, Canada

This two-day Writing Tune-up: Grammar series is open to graduate and undergraduate students, post-doctoral students, visiting scholars and researchers, faculty and staff at the University of Guelph, as well as Guelph community members. Although you can attend either day, it is recommended that you start with Day 1. If you also wish to attend Day

The Intriguing World of Spring Wildflowers Workshop

Arboretum Centre 200 Arboretum Rd, Guelph, Canada

This is really two workshops in one. In addition to learning to identify our springtime flora we will go "beyond the field guide" to delve into these plants' natural history, ecology, lore and uses. Following a brief classroom session, the remainder of our time will be spent exploring the Arboretum's nature preserves engaged in hands-on

PhD Thesis Defence: Shannon Buckley

MacKinnon Building 87 Trent Lane, Guelph, Ontario, Canada

Shannon Buckley, a PhD candidate in the Department of Philosophy, will defend her thesis on "Dignity: A Salient Concept in Philosophy of Medicine." Her advisor is Prof. Maya Goldenberg. All are welcome to attend.

STOP on the Road: Smoking Cessation Workshop

University Centre Ontario, Canada

Do you want to quit smoking cigarettes? The STOP program delivers research-based, cost-free smoking cessation workshops in local communities. Eligible participants will: Attend this educational session Receive a five-week course of nicotine patches To learn more, see if you qualify, and to register, contact: Wellington-Dufferin-Guelph Public Health 1-800-265-7293 ext 4020. Confidentiality is assured.

Arboretum Workshop: Introduction to Birds

Arboretum Centre 200 Arboretum Rd, Guelph, Canada

Are you a want-to-be bird watcher, but don't know where to begin?  This course is for you!  We will be covering topics from identifying birds to choosing and using binoculars. We will also cover basic ornithology by studying anatomy, breeding biology, classification and habitat requirements.  Over lunch we will watch Arboretum birds and study their

Writing Tune-Up: Grammar Workshop – Day 2

McLaughlin Library 480 Gordon Street, Guelph, Ontario, Canada

This two-day Writing Tune-up: Grammar series is open to graduate and undergraduate students, post-doctoral students, visiting scholars/researchers, faculty and staff at the University of Guelph, as well as Guelph community members. Although you can attend either day, it is recommended that you start with Day 1, visit the Day 1 description to register for that

GFHS Seminar: Health Research at BIPS (the Leibniz Institute for Primary Prevention and Epidemiology, Bremen, Germany)

The Guelph Family Health Study invites you to attend: From Drug Safety to Primary Prevention - Health Research at BIPS, the Leibniz Institute for Primary Prevention and Epidemiology. A conversation with Dr. Iris Pigeot and Dr. Wolfgang Ahrens, Scientific Directors from BIPS in Bremen, Germany. You're also invited to a follow-up discussion after the talk

Inclusion and Workplace Well-being

University Centre Ontario, Canada

Prof. Leanne Son Hing, Associate Professor in Industrial/Organizational Psychology, and Nouran Sakr, MA candidate in Industrial-Organizational Psychology, will co-host a panel session focused on issues of inclusion, organizational justice and workplace well-being. Please register in advance here, as space is limited.

CCSAW Animal Welfare Research Symposium

OVC Pathobiology AHL 419 Gordon Street, Guelph, Ontario, Canada

The Campbell Centre for the Study of Animal Welfare (CCSAW) Annual Research Symposium features the work of U of G faculty and students, covering disciplines from animal biosciences and veterinary medicine to philosophy and psychology. Via talks and a competitive poster session, the Symposium covers a range of topics related to animal welfare science, animal

GenEQ Faculty Career Planning Conversation Cafe

MacKinnon Building 87 Trent Lane, Guelph, Ontario, Canada

The GenEQ: Advancing the Status of Women at the University of Guelph initiative is interested in learning more about women faculty members’ needs around career planning. We are hosting a conversation cafe where you’ll have the opportunity to discuss your thoughts during facilitated conversations with other women faculty members. A light lunch will be served.

Gryphons on Bay Street

Gryphons on Bay Street is a fantastic opportunity for alumni living in the GTA to connect and network with one another. Join your fellow alumni for an evening at the EY Client Experience Centre, downtown Toronto, and hear the latest updates. We will also present awards to our Notable Alumni and 10x10 recipients.

Gryphons at Big Rock 2019

Join College of Biological Science alumni for a social at Big Rock Brewery in Etobicoke! Enjoy a guided beer tasting by their in-house brewmaster. A sample beer flight is included with all registrations!

M.Sc. Thesis Defence: Joseph Findlay

MacNaughton Building 482 Gordon Street

Joseph Findlay, a master of science candidate in the Department of Chemistry, will defend his thesis "Chiral β-Amino Sulfenates: Synthetic Access and Diastereoselective Alkylation." His advisor is Prof. Adrian Schwan. All are welcome to attend.

Spring Academic Open House

Rozanski Hall 98 Trent Lane, Guelph, Ontario

The Spring Academic Open House is open to all students who have received an offer of admission from the University of Guelph. Each day from May 14 through 17 is specific to a particular degree program and consists of full days of program information sessions, career and co-operative education sessions, residence tours and more.

Arboretum Workshop: Bird Sounds

Arboretum Centre 200 Arboretum Rd, Guelph, Canada

This workshop will start off with an early morning Arboretum hike to get you tuned in to bird sounds. Participants will learn how to develop their listening skills to identify that bird "way up there behind all those leaves." A variety of techniques will be used to help you describe and remember the different songs

Intro to Research Data Management Workshop

McLaughlin Library 480 Gordon Street, Guelph, Ontario, Canada

Every researcher begins projects by formulating a research question and devising a methodology in which to undertake the project. What if you began your project with a plan detailing the actual mechanics of what needs to be considered during every step of the project: from data collection during the initial stages through to data preservation

MA Thesis Defence: James Vander Zaag

MacKinnon Building 87 Trent Lane, Guelph, Ontario, Canada

James Vander Zaag, an MA student in the Department of Philosophy, will defend his thesis "The Ethical Role of Aesthetics in Levinas." His advisor is John Hacker-Wright.