Brexit and the Future of the EU
This panel discussion will feature Prof. Paul Hamilton, Political Science, Brock University; Prof. Graeme Morton, History, University of Guelph; and Prof. Edward Koning, Political Science, University of Guelph. The moderator
Welcome Back Mixer for International Students
Join the Office of Intercultural Affairs and the International Student Organization for our annual welcome back mixer for international students. Whether you're a returning or a new student, this is your
In Conversation With Alexandre Trudeau and Madeleine Thien
The College of Arts and the Eden Mills Writers' Festival are pleased to present "In Conversation With Alexandre Trudeau, author of Barbarian Lost: Travels in the New China, and Madeleine Thien,
Study Abroad Information Session
The University of Guelph offers a wide variety of study abroad options for students in any program. Enhance your studies by participating in a semester abroad, exchange program or field
Growing Native Woody Plants From Seeds
Learn how to grow your own native trees and shrubs. Characteristic seeds for the workshop will be collected while touring part of the Arboretum. We will show you techniques for
United Way Kick-off Barbecue
It's United Way season, and the campus community is invited to this year's kick-off event in Branion Plaza. This year marks the United Way's 76th anniversary in Guelph, Wellington and Dufferin. We are looking
Thursday at Noon Concert Presents Dévah Quartet
Ever wonder how a band develops its sound? Join a time-lapse concert by Dévah Quartet as they take the audience on a journey through their seven-year evolution from a classical
Lecture and Meetup on Open Agri-Food Data
Nikos Manouselis, CEO Agroknow, presents “Towards a Global Data Ecosystem for Agriculture and Food," introducing some key open data initiatives in agriculture and food. The talk will be followed by
Philosophy Speaker Series
Nic Bommarito, assistant professor of philosophy at SUNY in Buffalo, NY, presents a talk on "Understanding Evil." Time: 3:30 p.m. Location: MacKinnon Building, Room 310
Ontario Universities’ Fair
Join the University of Guelph and 20 other Ontario universities at this three-day event at the Metro Toronto Convention Centre. Speak with representatives about programs, campus life, finances and anything
Tree Identification Workshop
This program will help you identify trees in Ontario. The focus will be on learning important identification characteristics. Difficult groups such as the cherry, oak and walnut families as well as easier groups such as ash and maple will be explored. The afternoon will be spent outside identifying trees in the forest and young cultivated
Take the Stress Out of IBS
Learn strategies to decrease symptoms of irritable bowel syndrome (IBS) or a stressed stomach. This four-session program, offered by the Stress Management Clinic and the dietitian at Student Health Services, meets at noon on Fridays (Sept. 23 and 30, Oct. 14 and 21). The program fee is $10 for students and $40 for non-students. Location:
Arboretum Workshop: Fall Landscape Photography
Capture the best of the season with your camera and explore working in both colour and black and white. The early bird fee is $55 before Sept. 15. Location: Arboretum
The Role of Restaurants in Society
A free panel discussion will also be held at 7 p.m. Sept. 26 at PJ’s in the Atrium with four of the award winners of the annual Food Innovation Awards, representing restaurants from across Canada, and four U of G professors. Profs. Lisa Duizer, Art Hill, Bruce McAdams and Statia Elliott will be on the
Library Carnival Open House
This student-focused event is intended to help students understand all the free services available to them at the library. Don't miss the photo booth, games, food and swag. Location: University Centre, main foyer
Relaxation and Stress Management Skills
Learn to relax tight muscles, calm emotions, settle a busy brain, have more energy and perform better in a busy world. This 12-session program meets from 5:30 to 6:30 p.m. on both Tuesdays and Thursdays for six weeks. The fee is $40 for U of G students, $60 for members of USW Local 4120 and
Rebooting Canada’s Voting System
Jean-Pierre Kingsley, former chief electoral officer (1990-2007), will discuss electoral reform in Canada. This is an extraordinary opportunity to hear one of Canada's most authoritative experts on electoral systems. If you are a skeptic about why we need change or what change could look like, this would be a good event to attend. Location: War
Dial Down University Stress and Anxiety
What are students' most common anxiety escalators? Learn about these triggers, along with proven tips and strategies to decrease stress and anxiety in this free, one-hour workshop for university students provided by the Stress Management and High Performance Clinic. Time: 5:30 p.m. Location: University Centre, Room 335
PechaKucha Landscape Architecture Guest Lecture
The landscape architecture program in the School of Environmental Design and Rural Development presents the PechaKucha guest lecture. Landscape architects and designers will interpret, through 20 images, the topic of "Evolution Through Practice." Time: 11:30 a.m. Location: Landscape Architecture, Pit Lobby