Birdwatching Hike (in-person)
Spring has sprung, and there's no better time for birdwatching at The Arboretum! Migratory birds are making their way north from their tropical winter destinations, and our feathered residents have romance on the brain. Come on out for a walk around the Arb in search of whatever birds the day may provide. This is a
Research Questions – Thesis Writing Workshop Series
Set yourself up for success by scoping your research project with succinct and realistic research questions. For more information, please visit our writing, learning, and research skills workshops page.
Graduate Accountability Group
ONLINE Ontario, CanadaThe Graduate Student Accountability Group provides a welcoming, safe, and productive online space for graduate students to do their work. The group is facilitated by a learning specialist and is designed to help you identify small goals and accomplish them during short work periods. Comments from previous participants: "The group is a great way to
Literature Reviews – Thesis Writing Workshop Series
This session will discuss how to connect the literature review to your research question, build the structure for your review, and avoid some of the common traps when writing. For more information, please visit our writing, learning, and research skills workshops page.
Outlining Your Thesis – Thesis Writing Workshop Series
Establish a roadmap for your thesis and make the most of your writing time by creating an outline. In this session, students will explore different options for structuring their theses and access resources for organizing their projects. For more information, please visit our writing, learning, and research skills workshops page.
Toronto Argonauts Preseason Game vs. Hamilton Ticats
For a fourth consecutive season, the Toronto Argonauts will call the University of Guelph home for training camp as well as a preseason matchup. On Friday, May 31, 2024, the University of Guelph's Alumni Stadium will once again serve as the host venue for a CFL preseason matchup as the Toronto Argonauts host the Hamilton
Teaching with Artificial Intelligence Series
The Office of Teaching and Learning is hosting U of G's first Teaching with Artificial Intelligence Series, a week of workshops, panels, and playgrounds about teaching with AI. Our Teaching with Artificial Intelligence Series (June 3 - June 7, 2024) is open to the University of Guelph, University of Guelph-Humber, and Ridgetown Campus faculty, instructors,
Writing in the Sciences: Research Articles
This session offers strategies for planning, outlining, drafting, and revising research articles in the sciences. We will explore the key components of the Introduction, Methods, Results, and Discussion sections. We will also provide a mapping tool that writers can use to organize their own scientific research articles. NOTE: Registered participants will receive a Zoom link
Data-driven and Artificial Intelligence Solutions in the Agri-Food Sector
The conversation will center around data-driven technologies and artificial intelligence (AI) and how they are revolutionizing farming and food production practices. Panelists will highlight real-world applications such as precision farming, predictive analytics for crop and livestock management, and AI-driven food supply chain optimization. The panelists will also discuss emerging technologies such as generative AI, digital
Graduate Accountability Group
ONLINE Ontario, CanadaThe Graduate Student Accountability Group provides a welcoming, safe, and productive online space for graduate students to do their work. The group is facilitated by a learning specialist and is designed to help you identify small goals and accomplish them during short work periods. Comments from previous participants: "The group is a great way to
Writing in the Sciences: Scientific Writing Style
We will focus on specific strategies and techniques that writers can use to strengthen cohesion, concision, and clarity. We recommend that participants bring an example of their own scientific writing to the workshop (e.g., draft of a research article, lab report, critical review of a scientific research article). However, instructors can provide an example text
English Language Pronunciation Practice
McLaughlin Library 480 Gordon Street, Guelph, Ontario, CanadaWould you like to practice your pronunciation and intonation in English with a group of friendly colleagues? If so, join us on Wednesday afternoons in June! What will we learn?: It's up to you! You will receive an anonymous survey before the session starts. In this survey, you can share the English language sounds you
Procrastination, Perfectionism, and Impostor Phenomenon for Graduate Students
Do any of these words resonate with you: procrastination, perfectionism, and/or impostor phenomenon? Come to this workshop to learn more about how to manage some of the most common experiences that graduate students have. Learn practical skills and strategies to help you reduce procrastination and understand how perfectionism and the impostor phenomenon may affect your
Drawn to Nature: Nature Journaling Workshop (In-person)
Slow down and learn to see the beauty of nature like you’ve never noticed before! Nature Journaling is a great way to connect more deeply with nature and learn to strengthen your skills of observation. Designed for beginners of all ages, this workshop will teach you the fundamentals of nature journaling and give you the
Wellness Workshop at The Arboretum – “Immerse in the Synergy of the Natural World”
We cordially invite you to join a unique Wellness Workshop at the beautiful, 400-acre sprawling The Arboretum, U of Guelph, on June 7, 2024, and "Immerse in the Synergy of the Natural World". The Keynote speaker will be world-renowned Plant Scientist, Professor, Dr. Praveen Saxena, Director of GRIPP, U of G. The title of Professor
Birdwatching Hike (in-person)
Spring has sprung, and there's no better time for birdwatching at The Arboretum! Migratory birds are making their way north from their tropical winter destinations, and our feathered residents have romance on the brain. Come on out for a walk around the Arb in search of whatever birds the day may provide. This is a
Social, Ethical, and Legal Issues of Integrating AI in Agri-Food
In this panel, experts will delve into the complex landscape that accompanies the integration of artificial intelligence in agriculture. The conversation will touch on the ethical and social implications of AI technologies in agri-food and the need for trustworthy and responsible AI solutions to build trust among stakeholders. Legal considerations are also discussed, along with
Graduate Accountability Group
ONLINE Ontario, CanadaThe Graduate Student Accountability Group provides a welcoming, safe, and productive online space for graduate students to do their work. The group is facilitated by a learning specialist and is
English Language Pronunciation Practice
McLaughlin Library 480 Gordon Street, Guelph, Ontario, CanadaWould you like to practice your pronunciation and intonation in English with a group of friendly colleagues? If so, join us on Wednesday afternoons in June! What will we learn?:
Presentation Skills for Graduate Students
Would you like to learn more about presentation skills and strategies to use in academic settings? The workshop for graduate students will offer strategies and information for academic presentations, including: