Writing Tune-up Grammar Series
This two-day Writing Tune-up: Grammar series is open to graduate and undergraduate students, 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. Time: 11 a.m. to 6 p.m. Location: McLaughlin Library, Room 384
Dial Down University Stress and Anxiety
What are the most common anxiety escalators? Learn about them, along with proven tips and strategies that you can use to decrease stress and anxiety in this free, one-hour workshop for university students provided by the Stress Management and High Performance Clinic. Location: University Centre, Room 335
Leadership Call to Action Speaker Series Presents Dr. Samantha Nutt
The Leadership Call to Action Speaker Series showcases business and social-entrepreneurial leaders whose professional efforts have created social change. Attendees of the Leadership Call to Action event will be asked to commit to a change in their daily lives, no matter how insignificant, that will create social change in their organization or community. This year,
Landscape Architecture Guest Lecture by Marc Ryan
The landscape architecture program in the School of Environmental Design and Rural Development presents a guest lecture by Marc Ryan, principal and co-founder of Public Work in Toronto. His talk is titled "Starting Points." Time: 11:45 a.m. Location: Landscape Architecture, Room 125
Wednesday Noon-Hour Walks in Arboretum
Nature is known for being unpredictable and unexpected, so what awaits us today? Jason Chan (Ext. 53615), the Arboretum's naturalist intern, will lead walks every Wednesday at 12:15 p.m. from January through April (hikes may be cancelled due to inclement weather). Location: Arboretum Centre, Kiosk Campus Entrance
HAFA/HFTM Career Networking Night
The HAFA/HFTM Alumni Career Networking Night continues to be a success thanks to the enthusiastic participation of our alumni and students. Our alumni are excited to come back to the school to meet with our students and share their career experiences. The format of the evening will include round-table discussions between alumni and students, with
Guelph Tech Showcase
The sixth annual Guelph Technology Showcase brings more than 30 companies to U of G to highlight technical innovations in the region. Everyone is welcome. Location: Science Complex atrium
Winter Exhibitions Open at Art Gallery of Guelph
Everyone is invited to the opening reception for winter exhibitions at the Art Gallery of Guelph. The exhibitions are "Contrarieties and Counterpoints: Recent Paintings by Melanie Authier" (Jan. 19 to April 2); "A Sense of Wonder" (Jan. 19 to April 2); and "Colin Carney: Presence" (Jan. 19 to April 23). All are welcome; admission is
Night Stalker’s Owl Prowl (for Adults)
Guest naturalist Jenn Bock will teach you about the behaviour and adaptations of owls in the Guelph area. The introduction to this program starts indoors, but dress warmly for a walk outdoors later. This program is for adults and teens age 14 and up. The fee is $15. Registration deadline for the Jan. 27 date
M.Sc. Thesis Defence: Tasha Valente
Tasha Valente, an M.Sc. candidate in the Department of Plant Agriculture, will defend her thesis on "Evaluation of Cultural Weed Control Methods in Soybean (Glycine max) to Improve Crop Competitiveness." All are welcome to attend. Time: 1 p.m. Location: Crop Science, Room 202
Night Stalker’s Owl Prowl (Family Night)
Guest naturalist Jenn Bock will teach you about the behaviour and adaptations of owls in the Guelph area. The introduction to this program will take place indoors, but dress warmly for a walk outdoors later. This program is for adults and children under 14. The fee is $15 for adults, $8 per child and $40
Panel Discussion: “The Legalization of Marijuana: Will it Happen? Should it Happen?”
The Department of Political Science Speaker Series presents a panel discussion on "The Legalization of Marijuana: Will it Happen? Should it Happen?" The participants are: Prof. Andrew Hathaway, Department of Sociology and Anthropology, University of Guelph Prof. John Milloy (former Ontario cabinet minister), Public Ethics, Wilfrid Laurier University The talk will be moderated by Prof.
Thursday at Noon Concert Series Presents Faculty Showcase
Faculty and instructors in the School of Fine Art and Music will perform music to celebrate the 50th anniversary of the Thursday at Noon (TAN) concert series and the 150th birthday of Canada. Admission is free and everyone is welcome. Time: noon Location: MacKinnon, Room 107
The Nexus of Love and Water: Reconciliation from an Indigenous Perspective
Join the Multi-faith Resource Team and the Aboriginal Resource Centre in welcoming Rene Andre Meshake, a local artist and residential school survivor, and Prof. Kim Anderson, Department of Family Relations and Applied Nutrition. They will discuss peace and reconciliation from an Indigenous perspective. Location: University Centre, Peter Clark Hall
Register for 3-Minute Thesis Competition
The Three Minute Thesis (3MT) is a competition for graduate students in which participants present their research and its wider impact in three minutes or less to a panel of non-specialist judges. The challenge is to present complex research in an engaging, accessible and compelling way using only one slide. The 2017 competition will begin with seven
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. This five-session program meets on Fridays from 12:30 to 1:30 p.m. The fee is $20 for U of G students, $25 for members of USW Local 4120 and $50 for all others.
FarmSmart Agricultural Conference
The FarmSmart Agricultural Conference features more than 50 concurrent sessions that appeal to everyone involved in farm operations. From cash crop, livestock, business and environmental topics to the popular youth tour, beef symposium and the new "Women in Agriculture Program," there is something for everyone. Preregistration closes Jan. 19. General admission is $115; students/youth are
Nominations Open for Senate and Board of Governors
Nominations to the University of Guelph Senate and Board of Governors open Jan. 23 and will be accepted until Feb. 3 at 3 p.m. Elections will be held from Feb. 13 to 16. Visit the University Secretariat’s website for more information and nomination forms.
Blood Donor Clinic
A blood donor clinic will be held Jan. 23 from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. in the University Centre, Peter Clark Hall.
Relaxation and Stress Management Skills
Learn to relax tight muscles, calm anxiety, settle a busy brain, cope effectively and have more energy. This skills training program meets twice a week on Tuesdays and Thursdays for 12 sessions over six weeks. The noon-hour group meets in University Centre Room 335 from 12 to 1 p.m. The 5:30 to 6:30 p.m. group