Gairdner Microbiome Symposium: Exploring Nutrition, Health and Culture through a Microbiome Lens
The University of Guelph’s College of Biological Science will be hosting the Gairdner Microbiome Symposium on June 20, 2024, in partnership with the Gairdner Foundation. The human gut microbiome has garnered enormous interest in the past two decades, both from scientists and the general public. The gut microbiome refers to the collection of microorganisms –
Ontario Agri-Tech Pitch Competition 2024
The Research Innovation Office at the University of Guelph is excited to announce the Ontario Agri-Tech Pitch Competition in collaboration with the Government of Ontario. By uniting farmers, academics, agri-tech entrepreneurs, and investors, this event will raise awareness about the problems worth solving and showcase investible companies. Join us online to watch as the next
Celebrate International Day of Yoga on Johnston Green
Yoga for Mental Health. Yoga for All. Make Yoga Part of Your Life. Join the U of G community on Friday, June 21, noon to 1:30 p.m. to celebrate the United Nations International Day of Yoga (IDY) 2024 and realize the many mental, physical, social, environmental, and spiritual benefits of yoga. IDY is the biggest
Walking as Remapping: Night Walk in the Moth Garden
Join the artists for a nighttime walk to the garden under the full moon at Ignatius Farm where participants will spend time observing the vibrant world active during the nighttime as well as their own sensory responses to the night. Guided by the artists, participants will explore how to shift their sensory perception, and consider
Dissertation Writing Retreat (DWR)
McLaughlin Library 480 Gordon Street, Guelph, Ontario, CanadaNOTE: You must apply for this program. It is not possible to register for Dissertation Writing Retreat through this website. To apply, visit the Library's Dissertation Writing Retreat webpage and complete an application form. This intensive one-week (Monday to Friday, 8:45 a.m. to 4 p.m.) program is designed to help graduate students accomplish their thesis
Dissertation Writing Retreat (DWR)
McLaughlin Library 480 Gordon Street, Guelph, Ontario, CanadaNOTE: You must apply for this program. It is not possible to register for Dissertation Writing Retreat through this website. To apply, visit the Library's Dissertation Writing Retreat webpage and complete an application form. This intensive one-week (Monday to Friday, 8:45 a.m. to 4 p.m.) program is designed to help graduate students accomplish their thesis
Building the Agri-Food Data Economy: Valuation and Exchange Realities
The panel will discuss the complexities of establishing a robust data economy within the agri-food sector. The panelists will explore the challenges of accurately valuing agricultural and food data and ensuring fair data exchange practices in the supply chain. The conversation will examine the need for a balanced approach, considering economic and ethical aspects, paving
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
Dissertation Writing Retreat (DWR)
McLaughlin Library 480 Gordon Street, Guelph, Ontario, CanadaNOTE: You must apply for this program. It is not possible to register for Dissertation Writing Retreat through this website. To apply, visit the Library's Dissertation Writing Retreat webpage and complete an application form. This intensive one-week (Monday to Friday, 8:45 a.m. to 4 p.m.) program is designed to help graduate students accomplish their thesis
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
Dissertation Writing Retreat (DWR)
McLaughlin Library 480 Gordon Street, Guelph, Ontario, CanadaNOTE: You must apply for this program. It is not possible to register for Dissertation Writing Retreat through this website. To apply, visit the Library's Dissertation Writing Retreat webpage and complete an application form. This intensive one-week (Monday to Friday, 8:45 a.m. to 4 p.m.) program is designed to help graduate students accomplish their thesis
Deep Dish Dialogues explores local food production
Attend Deep Dish Dialogues to learn about local food production and procurement. Guests for this event include Dr. Sara Epp, an Assistant Professor in Rural Planning & Development at the University and a local chef. Together they will discuss the benefits of sourcing local food and barriers to local food production in Ontario. This Deep
Dissertation Writing Retreat (DWR)
McLaughlin Library 480 Gordon Street, Guelph, Ontario, CanadaNOTE: You must apply for this program. It is not possible to register for Dissertation Writing Retreat through this website. To apply, visit the Library's Dissertation Writing Retreat webpage and complete an application form. This intensive one-week (Monday to Friday, 8:45 a.m. to 4 p.m.) program is designed to help graduate students accomplish their thesis
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
One Health Seminar: Towards an interfaculty PhD in One Health at the Université de Montréal: an overview of the steps and challenges ahead
Please join the One Health Institute for a presentation from Dr. Cécile Aenishaenslin, entitled: “Towards an interfaculty PhD in One Health at the Université de Montréal: an overview of the steps and challenges ahead.” You may join in person (OVC 2635), or online (Teams Link). See the One Health Institute website, "One Health Seminar Series"
Tree Identification Workshop (In-person)
This full-day program helps participants refine their skills to identify trees in Ontario. The focus of the workshop is on learning the important identification characteristics of difficult tree groups such as the cherry, oak and walnut families as well as the easier groups such as ash and maple. The afternoon is spent outside identifying trees
CEPS NSERC Discovery – Faculty Writing Retreat and Workshops
McLaughlin Library 480 Gordon Street, Guelph, Ontario, CanadaFor CEPS faculty researchers who intend to apply for the NSERC Discovery Grant in Fall 2024. Writing & Learning Services is collaborating with the CEPS Research Hub to host a three-day writing retreat for CEPS faculty and researchers. Set yourself up for success this NSERC Discovery Grant season! This retreat will provide you with dedicated training,
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
Panel: Artificial Intelligence for Decision Making in Research
As part of the annual OVC Graduate Student Research Symposium, we are pleased to invite everyone to attend our in-person panel on July 10, 2024 at 8:30 a.m. Artificial Intelligence (AI) is a powerful tool that can tackle big research questions, including human and animal health and wellbeing. For example, AI can help generate data
Dragonflies and Damselflies (In-person)
Ontario is home to over 150 species of Odonata (dragonflies and damselflies), many of which are common in the Guelph area. Most species can be identified with a field guide and pair of binoculars. Participants learn about these beautiful creatures, their fascinating lives, and see why they are an important part of our local ecosystems.