GREAT at U of G Presents: Ryan Edwards, Canada’s Top Mentalist!
Join us virtually as we show appreciation for University of Guelph employees with Canada's top mentalist, Ryan Edwards! Ryan does not claim to be a mind reader, but instead uses all five senses to make it seem as he has a sixth sense. After 20 years of mastering the art, He is regarded as one
ONLINE: Knowledge Mobilization Across Sectors – Panel Discussion
Join the Waterloo Wellington Knowledge Mobilization Community and come learn about knowledge mobilization through mini case studies and a facilitated panel discussion! This session brings together panelists from the agri-food, aging and social justice and arts sectors to share their expertise: Adriana Radulovici, PhD, Executive Secretary of GEO BON Susan Brown, MSc, Director of Research
ONLINE: Arts & Science Connections Conference – Day 1
Create your own conference by attending one, a few or all six presentations, workshops and panels that have been carefully chosen and thoughtfully packaged to create “Arts and Science Connections: A Deconstructed Conference about Career Possibilities”. Sessions run over two days: March 7 and 9. These events are open to ALL students and U of
ONLINE: Anxiety Skills and Strategies
Learn powerful strategies, new tips and information on how to respond and calm down the uncomfortable sensations of anxiety. A variety of long and short self-calming strategies are introduced, along with behaviours that can help prevent escalation of anxiety. This three-session skills program with Kathy Somers of the Stress Management and High Performance Clinic meets
ONLINE: Honouring International Women’s Day Conference 2022
This FREE one-day virtual conference, titled “Honouring International Women’s Day 2022: Research, Recognize & Reimagine” is meant to showcase research that celebrates achievements of women and/or brings awareness to gender-based
ONLINE: Virtual Japanese Garden Design Course
Instructor: Cael Wishart Japanese gardens have been an inspiration for centuries, influencing the creation of new gardens and landscapes both in Japan and in the West. In this introductory course to Japanese garden design, you will learn about the traditional techniques used to establish gardens of peace and Zen. These gardens require a high attention
ONLINE: Tip The Scales – From Procrastination to Motivation!
In this interactive workshop, Learning Peer Helpers from McLaughlin Library will guide you through techniques that can help you to structure your studies, prioritize commitments, and overcome procrastination. Registration is required.
ONLINE: Arts & Science Connections Conference – Day 2
Create your own conference by attending one, a few or all six presentations, workshops and panels that have been carefully chosen and thoughtfully packaged to create “Arts and Science Connections: A Deconstructed Conference about Career Possibilities”. Sessions run over two days, March 7 and 9. These events are open to ALL students and U of
ONLINE: India and the World
The India 2047 series commemorates 75 years of India's independence. Speakers: India’s Foreign Policy in 2047: Aligned or Balanced? Suhasini Haider, Diplomatic Editor, The Hindu India and China: Will they
ONLINE: Decreasing Headaches
More than three or four headaches a month are too many! Learn drug-free strategies to decrease tension and migraine headaches, and decrease headache pain. This four-part skills program with Kathy Somers of the Stress Management and High Performance Clinic meets online for 90 minutes, once a week, for four weeks. Your link will be e-mailed
ONLINE: Arboretum Workshop – Insect Series
ONLINE Ontario, CanadaThe Arboretum is hosting a series of online workshops about insects. Join us to learn more about butterflies, moths, dragonflies, damselflies and aquatic insects. Fee: $10 (plus HST) per session. Introduction to Insects - Thursday, March 10 Insects are one of the largest and most diverse groups of organisms on the entire planet! From tiny,
ONLINE: Arboretum Workshop – Virtual Insect Series
The Arboretum is hosting a series of online workshops about insects. Join us to learn more about butterflies, moths, dragonflies, damselflies and aquatic insects. Fee: $10 (plus HST) per session. Learn more online.
Thriving in Action: Making Connections at University
Feeling a sense of connection is directly linked not only with positive wellbeing but with academic success. Connectedness helps reduce major risk factors that can be barriers to scholastic thriving. This workshop will support the development of connection with ourselves, with friends and family, and with our campus. Pending public health guidelines, this workshop may move online. Registrants will be notified.
ONLINE: China – Its Rise and Consequences
The Olympics returned to a new and emboldened China. What should we learn from China's transformation? Featuring: Michael Szonyi - Director of the Fairbank Center for Chinese Studies and Frank
ONLINE: Yoga for you and the Planet – How to Fight
2nd Annual U of Guelph Yoga Speaker Series 2022 Please join our second speaker event on March 13 at 2 p.m. ET via Zoom! Diana O’Reilly will be speaking on the topic of “How to Fight”. The Climate Crisis of our age demands that we battle for the wellbeing of our world. How we fight
ONLINE: Time Management 101
Join Learning Peer Helpers from McLaughlin Library for this workshop on time management, covering the topics of how to create a schedule, time management for studying and time management apps, followed by a question and answer period. Registration is required.
Vigil for Ukraine
Members of the University of Guelph community are invited to join in a vigil for those affected by the ongoing invasion of Ukraine. Join us in Branion Plaza for: remarks and readings by members of the Ukrainian Student Club remarks from U of G senior leadership a prayer for peace a moment of silence As
ONLINE: Skills for Research Impact workshop – Infographic Design and Development
Go beyond the academic poster: learn all about best practices for designing engaging and visually appealing infographics. By the end of this Skills for Research Impact workshop, participants will be able to: Describe the principles of visual design Select appropriate resources to help make visual layouts Create a basic infographic using PowerPoint as a graphic
ONLINE: Stress Less for Tests
Learn practical skills to decrease test anxiety and enhance energy and performance during exam periods. This three-hour program with Kathy Somers of the Stress Management and High Performance Clinic is an online, on-demand program with lifetime access to the lessons. You can begin today! Your link will be e-mailed to you upon registration in the
Black-Owned Vendor Marketplace
Join us in the UC Courtyard to shop from a number of small Black-owned businesses local to Guelph and surrounding areas. In collaboration with Guelph Market, the Cultural Diversity Office and Guelph Black Students' Association are excited to host the first-ever Black-Owned Vendor Market at the U of G. Vendors will be selling a variety