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Virtual Pond Workshop

Arboretum 250 Arboretum Road, Guelph

Ponds teem with a diversity of prey and predators that conduct their lives largely unseen below the surface. The online portion of this workshop will introduce you to some of these fascinating animals. The importance of vernal pools will be highlighted. These temporary ponds are crucial to the reproductive success of various creatures including wood

In-Person Pond Workshop

J.C. Taylor Nature Interpretive Centre

Ponds teem with a diversity of prey and predators that conduct their lives largely unseen below the surface. The online portion of this workshop will introduce you to some of these fascinating animals. The importance of vernal pools will be highlighted. These temporary ponds are crucial to the reproductive success of various creatures including wood

Virtual Plein Air Painting Talk

Arboretum Centre 200 Arboretum Rd, Guelph, Canada

Plein Air painting simply means to paint outside. Learn how to bring your paints outside and create your ideal plein air set up. Candice will talk about art supplies and share tips and tricks from her adventures plein air painting around Ontario. She will also demonstrate her approach to simplifying the landscape quickly and expressively

Virtual (Zoom) Watercolour Plein Air Painting Talk

Arboretum Centre 200 Arboretum Rd, Guelph, Canada

Plein Air painting, simply means to paint outside. Learn how to bring your paints outside and create your ideal plein air set up. Candice will talk about art supplies and share tips and tricks from her adventures plein air painting around Ontario. She will also demonstrate her approach to simplifying the landscape quickly and expressively

International Conference on Agricultural Extension and Education

Ontario, Canada

Technology, Pluralism and Inclusiveness in Agriculture, Food, and Environment The School of Environmental Design and Rural Development and Ontario Agriculture College will host the international conference of the Association for International Agricultural and Extension Education (AIAEE) in Guelph April 26 to 29, 2023. Established in 1984, AIAEE is a leading international professional organization for agricultural

Virtual Animal Rehabilitation Day 2 – What to do when you find a baby songbird

Arboretum Centre 200 Arboretum Rd, Guelph, Canada

Join us over the lunch hour for the second session in this wildlife education series! How to handle finding a baby songbird. Learn how to detect if they need your help (is it just a fledgling learning to fly or is it a hatchling or nestling in need?) We will go through their natural history,

ONLINE: Virtual Wonderful Spring Wildflower Workshop

Arboretum Centre 200 Arboretum Rd, Guelph, Canada

This session will introduce you to the beautiful world of wildflowers. We’ll cover identification features of spring ephemerals, along with taking a closer look at species that are common to the Guelph area. We’ll also touch on spring ephemeral natural history, lore, and helpful resources. Fee: $10 (plus HST) per person. Phone: 519-824-4120 Ext. 52113.

Focus Group on Indigenous Identity

Recurring
University of Guelph

First Nations, Inuit and Métis staff, faculty and students are invited to participate in a focus group to share your perspectives on Indigenous identity, membership, citizenship and confirmation. Participants will explore how U of G can safeguard opportunities and resources earmarked for First Nations, Inuit and Métis peoples while opposing fraudulent claims of Indigenous identity.

In-Person: Birdwatching Hike

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

3MT® – Three Minute Thesis Campus Finals

3MT® is a university-wide competition for graduate students in which participants present their research, creative activity, and its wider impact in 3 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. For the 2023 3MT® Competition, each

2023 U of G Spring Social for Faculty and Staff

Come celebrate the end of the academic year. Join President Yates for brief remarks and a little fun. Connect with colleagues and enjoy the food as we launch Our Time: The University's 2022-27 Strategic Plan. There will be prizes! RSVP before April 28 at Spring Social 2023 We are committed to sustainability and your reply is required to

Arrell Food Business and Technology Forum

Join us for the online Arrell Food Business and Technology Forum: Smart Retailing on May 4, 2023. Smart Retailing (SR) is an integration of multifaceted interfaces through which consumers and businesses interact using advanced technology. Smart technology in food retail typically uses sensors, information touch points, digitized labelling and handheld or mobile applications during the

In-Person: Wonderful Spring Wildflowers Workshop

Arboretum Centre 200 Arboretum Rd, Guelph, Canada

We’ll be exploring The Arboretum grounds, including the nature reserve, in search of beautiful spring ephemerals. The different habitats found in The Arboretum should allow us to find a variety

CIRCLE Get Together

MacKinnon Building 87 Trent Lane, Guelph, Ontario, Canada

CIRCLE get together on May 10 at 4:15 p.m., 9th Floor Foyer, Mackinnon. Meet and greet over chai and snacks. Please RSVP to help us accurately order catering.

Transnational and Networked Empathy: Queer Activism in Indian Digital Diasporas

In this webinar, Dr. Nanditha Narayanamoorthy (Postdoctoral Research Associate, University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill) will discuss how the Indo-Canadian diaspora engages in discussions surrounding the legalization of homosexuality in India on Twitter and Instagram, and participates in a movement of transnational and networked empathy for queer rights and emancipation in the country.

In-Person Nature Journalling

Learn how to use a variety of art supplies to create your own nature journal. Artist Candice Leyland will show inspiration, techniques and get you started capturing inspiration in your own nature journal. Great for all levels. Registrants must be age 12+. Bring: your own Sketchbook and Drawing Materials (whatever you are comfortable using, Pencil

In-Person Plein Air Painting in Watercolour

Attention Watercolour Artists! Learn to take your watercolours outside and capture simple landscapes by what you see. Candice will show techniques to create beautiful compositions, how to draw quickly and simplify what you see to create beautiful plein air paintings. Supply List will be emailed. Registrants must be age 14+. Supplies: Your favourite Watercolour Supplies

Spring Academic Open Houses

Recurring
Ontario, Canada

The Spring Academic Open Houses (SAOH's) are for students who have received an offer of admission to the University of Guelph (students must have an offer to attend). Join us