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
Guelph Organic Conference and Trade Show
This event is a leading Canadian forum where farmers and consumers can discuss issues affecting the national organic sector. Try organic food samples, attend workshops, meet organic growers, gardeners and researchers, discuss consumer issues, and learn more about permaculture and greenhouses. Location: University Centre, Peter Clark Hall (lower level)
Thursday at Noon Concert Series Presents THREE: Dreams and Wandering
Guy Few (trumpet and piano); Nadina Jackson (bassoon); and Leslie Newman (flute) perform a variety of chamber works from the 18th to the 20th centuries. Admission is free and everyone is welcome. Time: noon Location: MacKinnon, Room 107
Biomedical Science Leadership Conference
This annual conference is a great way for students to hear from interesting speakers about their school, learn about career paths in various health fields and meet with current master's, PhD, medical school and veterinary school students. Lunch is included. Tickets are $5 and can be purchased at the University Centre information desk located on
Places of Worship Tour With Multi-Faith Resource Team
Are you interested in other cultures and religions? Join the Multi-Faith Resource Team for a Places of Worship Tour and visit three different religious centres in one day. We'll visit the Ismaili Muslim Centre, the BAPS Hindu temple and the Dixie Gurdwara. Participants will have the opportunity to explore each of these places of worship
Winter Landscape Photography Workshop
Photographer Sylvia Galbraith will host a discussion and presentation on the unique challenges of winter photography. Dress warmly and bring a tripod if possible. All skill levels and film or digital camera users are welcome. This program is highly recommended for those who love the outdoors and for artists who take reference photos. The early bird fee
Drop-in Emotional Support Sessions for Students
Need to talk? Student Wellness Services will offer three drop-in emotional support sessions for students on Jan. 27, Jan. 30 and Feb. 1. All sessions will take place in the University Centre, Room 390, from 3 to 5 p.m.
“Take a Paws” With a Furry Friend
Need a study break? Bring your paws to "Take a Paws," where volunteers and their dogs will meet with groups of 25 students every 15 minutes. Visit GryphLife to register as space is limited. This event is hosted by the Central Student Association. Location: University Centre, Peter Clark Hall
GRADuate on Time
GRADuate on Time is a half-day workshop designed to help graduate students meet the specific time management challenges they face. Participants will learn concrete strategies to manage their time, graduate
P4E Job Fair 2017
The P4E Job Fair will be held at RIM Park in Waterloo with more than 200 employers from a variety of sectors in attendance. Students and alumni from all academic
Leave for Change Participants Share Experiences of a Lifetime
Get inspired by faculty and staff who have participated in Leave for Change (L4C), a program that supports employees as they undertake a short-term (three- or four-week) volunteer assignment in a developing country. The panel will feature: Daniel Gillis, assistant professor and statistician, School of Computer Science, will talk about a framework he developed with
PhD Thesis Defence: Paola Vasquez
Paola Vasquez, a PhD student in rural studies in the School of Environmental Design and Rural Development, will defend her thesis on "Strategies for the Integration and Institutionalization of Cleaner Product Knowledge in Micro, Small and Medium Enterprises (MSMEs)." Time: 1:30 p.m. Location: Landscape Architecture, Room 127
Thursday at Noon Concert Presents Artie Roth Jazz Quartet
The Artie Roth Jazz Quartet will perform new electric and acoustic improvised music by bandleader and bassist Artie Roth. Known as a seamless musical unit with a virtually telepathic internal
The Bigger Picture Series Presents: A Taste For Change
Court Desautels will share his personal journey as a change maker in the restaurant industry. He is president of The Neighbourhood Group of Companies, which includes the Woolwich Arrow Pub, Borealis Grille & Bar, and Miijidaa Cafe + Bistro, three of the top-rated restaurants in Guelph. His passion for hospitality started at 14 when he
Hope in Challenging Times: A Gathering for Reflection, Support and Solidarity
All students, staff and faculty are invited to "Hope in Challenging Times: A Gathering for Reflection, Support and Solidarity." Together, we will speak about mental health. We will remember the students who passed away this year. We will stand in solidarity with our Muslim community. We will recognize the impact recent world events are having
Owl Prowl for Families
Learn about the behaviour and adaptations of owls in the Guelph area. This program begins indoors, then continues outside, so dress warmly. This program is for adults and children under 14. The owl prowl will be led by guest naturalist Jenn Bock. The fee is $15 per adult, $8 per child and $40 for a
Owl Prowl for Adults
This program begins indoors, then continues outside, so dress warmly. Led by guest naturalist Jenn Bock, this program is for adults and teens aged 14 and older. The fee is $15 per person. Register by Jan. 26. Location: Arboretum Centre
Panel Discussion on the Law and Politics of Transgender Rights
The Department of Political Science Speaker Series presents a panel discussion on "The Law and Politics of Transgender Rights." The participants are : - Prof. Jordi Diez, Political Science, University of Guelph - Prof. A.W. Peet, Physics, University of Toronto - Susan Gapka, Trans Lobby Group The discussion will be moderated by Prof. Carol Dauda,
Better Sleep for Peri-Menopausal Women
This two-hour workshop offers drug-free tips to help cope with mid-life sleep changes, hot flashes and the frustration of being awake through the night. The fee is $5 for U of G students, $10 for members of USW Local 4120 and $20 for everyone else. Location: University Centre, Room 335