ONLINE: Data Skills – Introduction to GIS using ArcGIS Pro
ArcGIS is a Geographic Information System (GIS); a software program for working with maps and geographic data. ArcGIS Pro is the newest desktop mapping software of ArcGIS. A GIS allows you to work with any data that you know a location for (e.g., addresses, latitude / longitude, census locations, name of a place, etc.). ArcPro
ONLINE: Thriving in Action – Finding Balance
Want to do better and be better as a student? The Thriving in Action workshop series will help you move from languishing to flourishing throughout your time in university. Learn new strategies in managing your time and studying effectively. Build skills in motivation, optimism, and resilience. In each workshop, you will learn both wellness and
ONLINE: Talk like an Academic – Making your Point in Class Discussions
This workshop will help graduate students participate in classroom discussions with confidence. Students will learn the principles of a good academic conversation and then practice them with other workshop participants. Presented by Valerie Walker from Writing Services. Questions? Email writing@uoguelph.ca. If you do not have a U of G email address, please contact writing@uoguelph.ca to
ONLINE: Data Skills – Data Manipulation and Wrangling in R
Raw datasets are often quite messy. Before you can begin data analysis, cleaning and preparing data are hence vital skills. This workshop will teach the fundamentals of using the tidyverse package, which include but aren't limited to: manipulating columns and rows, filtering and merging datasets, converting to different variable types and creating scales. Prior knowledge:
ONLINE: Black History Month Keynote Address with Minna Salami
Join us online as we kick-off Black History Month with a conversation on Black joy, empowerment, and liberation with award-winning author and social critic Minna Salami. Learn more about Black History Month programming at U of G.
ONLINE: ArcGIS Pro 2 – More Analysis in GIS: Data Skills
ArcGIS is a Geographic Information System (GIS); a software program for working with maps and geographic data. A GIS allows you to work with any data that you know a location for (e.g., addresses, latitude/longitude, census locations, name of a place, etc.). ArcGIS is available on all the library computers, also by download to the
ONLINE: Virtual Winter Tree I.D.
ONLINE Ontario, CanadaInstructor: Shelley Hunt No leaves? No problem! In this workshop you will learn about the variety of tree features that are useful for winter identification of deciduous trees as well as evergreens. From buds and leaf scars to bark and needles, we will take an in-depth look at the surprisingly distinctive characteristics that let us
ONLINE: Women in Sports Analytics – Journeys into Data Science Featuring Erika Munoz
The Centre for Advancing Responsible and Ethical Artificial Intelligence (CARE-AI) presents: From Physics and Astronomy to Data Scientist in Sports Analytics With a rapidly evolving usage of analytics in professional sports in North America, MLS, NBA and NHL teams need to innovate to win championships. Erika Munoz will provide her insights on working as a
ONLINE: Stress Eating
If going to the fridge is your #1 stress-management strategy, it may be time to learn more about how stress drives us to emotional eating, and ways to start addressing it. This two-hour online workshop with Kathy Somers of the Stress Management and High Performance Clinic will include tips on decreasing emotional eating, integrating biofeedback,
Owl Prowl – Adults
Masks, proof of vaccination and screening required to attend this event. This program is for ADULTS, please refer to the other event for the family program. Instructor: Wild Ontario Staff (all Owl Prowl events are run by the Wild Ontario Staff) Learn about the behaviour and adaptations of owls in the Guelph area. The introduction
ONLINE: Wellness Grant Program Information Session
The Wellness@Work Grant Program encourages faculty and staff across all campuses and research stations at the University of Guelph to help promote wellness in their workplace through the implementation of a tailored health‐promoting program, approach or idea in their workplace. Virtual sessions will be held for any interested faculty and staff to attend to learn
Senate Meeting
Senate meetings are open to the public. Please e-mail univsec@uoguelph.ca to register. For more information about the agenda, location and timing of the meeting please visit the Secretariat's Governance Portal to access the agenda package. Agenda packages are published approximately one week in advance of the meeting.
ONLINE: Virtual Wildlife Garden Design Course
ONLINE Ontario, CanadaInstructor: Cael Wishart Learn how to design a diverse garden space that attracts native wildlife species through key design elements, plant choices and maintenance needs. This course will draw from concepts found in The Arboretum’s Gosling Wildlife Gardens, while also offering insight on design features and plant species that have proven to be successful in
ONLINE: From Reproductive Rights to the Girl Effect
Canada's Feminist International Assistance Policy Join us for Dr. Potvin's research presentation on reproductive rights and Canada's Feminist International Assistance Policy. Speaker: Jacqueline Potvin Postdoctoral researcher Department of Political Science
ONLINE: HeForShe Workshop – Let’s Talk Gender Equality
Join the U of G community in an honest and engaging discussion around gender equality, with the bold objective of breaking down barriers and stereotypes. The workshop discussions are open to all U of G students, staff, and faculty. This year's workshops will be hosted virtually through the Zoom platform and will be facilitated by
ONLINE: Black History Month – Stirrin’ the Pot: Afro-Caribbean Cooking Class
As part of Black History Month, Chef Vanessa Simon teaches us how to make some delicious Caribbean dishes. If you are a BIPOC-identifying student at the U of G, register by Feb.
ONLINE: Migration of Dalit Women Domestic Workers from Andhra Pradesh to the Gulf Countries
This webinar will present findings from a study that sought to understand the local forces and challenges that induce women to migrate from villages in India to Gulf countries as domestic workers. Comparing Dalit and non-Dalit women, the study used quantitative and qualitative data to understand changes in socio-economic status of women migrant workers. Speakers:
ONLINE: Education in India 2047
EDUCATION IN INDIA 2047 8:30-10:00 p.m. IST | 10:00-11:30 a.m. EST The India 2047 series commemorates 75 years of India's independence. Nandini Sundar, Professor of Sociology, Delhi School of Economics Universities in India 2047 Ashwini Deshpande, Professor of Economics, Ashoka University India 2047: Gender Equality at Work and at Home Rukmini Banerji, CEO, PRATHAM Every
ONLINE: Education India – India 2047 Speaker Series
The India 2047 lecture series commemorates 75 years of India's independence. The Education in India webinar will feature: Nandini Sundar, Professor of Sociology, Delhi School of Economics Ashwini Deshpande, Professor of Economics, Ashoka University Rukmini Banerji, CEO, PRATHAM Moderator: Franco Vaccarino, Professor of Psychology and Neuroscience, and former President and Vice-Chancellor, University of Guelph Register
ONLINE: Dairy cattle behavior in modern production systems. Are we forgetting about the cows’ individuality?
Campbell Centre for the Study of Animal Welfare is hosting monthly seminars on animal welfare. February's seminar will be given by Dr. Joao Costa and will discuss dairy cattle behavior in modern production systems. Are we forgetting about the cows' individuality? Join the Zoom meeting online.