Rebecca Knaggs, residence admissions liaison, Student Housing Services, discusses her recent Leave for Change experience teaching youth about gender equality in Peru. She says her experience through Leave for Change can be captured by this Peruvian proverb: "Poco a poco, se camina lejos" (Little by little, one walks far). Leave for Change is a program

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 7 p.m. on Monday evenings. The program fee is $10 for students and $40 for non-students. Location: University Centre, Room 335

This workshop will explore how power dynamics and systems of privilege can create barriers to participation for students. Using this awareness, we will discuss how to create opportunities for inclusion using our language, program structures and event planning. Location: University Centre, Room 441 For University of Guelph students only. Presented by Daniel Poulin, Coordinator, Experiential

This forum seeks to provide an overview of the Syrian crisis from an international, national and local perspective to inform, empower and mobilize students to become engaged in the Syrian refugee response. Speakers include political science professors Ian Spears and Edward Koning, Rayyan Haries, MP Lloyd Longfield, Jim Estill, Tom Lusis, Jaya James, Sara Sayyed and

The University of Guelph English language program welcomes incoming international students. They will begin their orientation on campus March 2, and classes start March 7. Join us in welcoming our new students to campus! Location: South Residence, Eccles Centre, second floor

This job fair is a great opportunity to meet employers who are looking to hire for summer, co-op, part-time, full-time and contract positions. Students from all programs and all years are welcome to attend this fair, practice their networking skills and chat with employers about career options, industry trends and salary expectations. Download the U of

Warm up with a bowl of chili, a bun, a dessert and a drink for only $10 and support the United Way. Tickets are available in advance from: Pam Armitage, MacKinnon 350, Ext. 54253 Sherry Kinsella, MacKinnon 0005, Ext. 53301 Vicki Isotamm, MacKinnon 0002, Ext. 52991 Tickets are also available at the door starting at 11:30 a.m.

Learn to curb the worry habit and how to avoid the five pitfalls that perpetuate worrying. This two-hour workshop includes brain training exercises and a variety of other techniques to decrease worrying. The fee is $5 for U of G students, $10 for members of USW Local 4120 and $20 for everyone else. Location: University

The Creative Music Symposium with Philippe Hode-Keyser will perform a concert featuring drums and electronics. Admission is free Location: MacKinnon, Room 107

The Campbell Centre for the Study of Animal Welfare presents an Animal Behaviour and Welfare Seminar titled “The Welfare of Animals Without Owners” by post-doctoral researcher Tyler Flockhart. Location: OVC Pathobiology AHL, Room 1800

The Department of Athletics is looking for energetic, friendly and motivated students for positions throughout the summer and the 2016-2017 school year. Visit the virtual  job fair to view postings for client services, facilities and events staff. You may even be the lucky applicant to become the next Gryph mascot. You can search and apply

The University of Guelph English language program is holding a graduation ceremony for the Kansei University (Japan) students in the business English program. Location: Arboretum Centre

"It’s clear that Library Voices’ lo-fi makeover has given them a creative spark that’s resulted in some truly beautiful songwriting." – Northern Transmissions Library Voices, a Canadian seven-piece indie pop outfit from Regina, is a congregation of childhood friends who grew up on a steady diet of basement shows, science fiction and Midwest sincerity. Location:

The University of Guelph Chamber Singers and the Eramosa Children's Choir present "Young at Heart," conducted by Prof. Marta McCarthy, School of Fine Arts and Music at U of G, and Mary Parkinson of the Eramosa Children's Choir. Tickets are $10 at the door. Children under 10 are free if accompanied by an adult. Location: Harcourt

In this adaptation of The Price of Salt, Patricia Highsmith’s seminal novel, Carol follows two women from very different backgrounds who find themselves in an unexpected love affair in 1950s New York. As conventional norms of the time challenge their undeniable attraction, an honest story emerges to reveal the resilience of the heart in the

Theeb, a desert adventure pic by Oscar-nominated Jordanian director Naji Abu Nowar, is a story of brotherhood and betrayal. The movie is set in Wadi Rum during World War I, when the Arabian Peninsula was still under Ottoman rule. Told from the point of view of a young Bedouin boy, this tale unfolds in the timeless

A memorial service for philosophy professor Brian Calvert, who passed away Jan. 19, will be held March 6 from 2 to 4 p.m. in the Arboretum Centre. Everyone is welcome to attend.  

The purpose of this workshop is to challenge negative, outdated concepts of manhood. The workshop also aims to inspire male students at U of G to understand and embrace the incredible potential they have to be part of positive change and to recognize the vital roles that men can play in creating a healthy culture

Charlotte Yates, provost and vice-president (academic), will present the 2016-2017 Budget Assumptions. Time: Noon Location: University Centre, Peter Clark Hall (lower level)

The U of G community is invited to a fundraising dinner hosted by the World University Service of Canada Guelph Local Committee and the Multi-Faith Resource Team in Student Life. Enjoy vegetarian Syrian food, entertainment, a silent auction and a guest speaker in Peter Clark Hall. This semi-formal event will take place from 5:30 to