Learn how research at the University of Guelph is improving the lives of companion animals. Topics include preventing dog bites, helping homeless cats and fighting cancer. Location: Guelph Civic Museum, 52 Norfolk St.

While Gentleman Reg has been on an indefinite vacation, the flirty, synth pop party girl known as Regina The Gentlelady has been making waves with her anthemic sounds and sassy stage antics in the form of Light Fires. This event, part of Queer Identity Week, is co-presented by the Central Student Association and CFRU 93.3 FM.

Tracy Raivio, professor and associate chair of graduate studies at the University of Alberta, will discuss "Cpx-dependent sensing and adaptation to adhesion." The U of G faculty host is Prof. Chris Whitfield from the Department of Molecular and Cellular Biology. All are welcome to attend. Location: MacKinnon Building, Room 031

"Beyond the Waves" with Sharlene Wallace and George Koller will feature music performed on the Celtic harp and bass. Everyone is welcome. Location: MacKinnon, Room 107

The Toronto Chapter of IFMA is hosting a facility tour of U of G's engineering complex. Participants will: discover how U of G transformed its vision of growth from plan to reality; explore the University's new-build and retrofit facilities designed to accommodate the needs of its growing engineering program; learn from Guelph's team about the

This day-long event features prominent speakers discussing open access, open science, open data and open education. Location: Arboretum Centre

Are you interested in learning more about graduate programs at the University of Guelph? If so, come to the University Centre Courtyard for Graduate Studies Preview Day. Each graduate program will be represented. To learn more about the event or sign up for an email reminder, please visit the Graduate Studies Preview Day website. For

Meet representatives from more than 100 professional schools, community colleges, private colleges and university graduate study faculties from across Canada and abroad. A variety of educational fields and programs are represented, including teacher education, MBA programs, social work, accounting, law and more. Location: University Centre Courtyard, Room 103 and Peter Clark Hall (basement)

Every October, one week is dedicated to promoting dialogue about peace. We all value peace, whether it be peace within ourselves or world peace. This year's theme is "Peace and Reconciliation." The week will feature a variety of events, including a guest speaker and a multifaith dinner. There will be something for everyone no matter

In January 2009, an Israeli tank shelled Dr. Izzeldin Abuelaish's home in the Gaza Strip, killing three of his daughters. During Peace Week 2015, he will share the tragic but inspiring story of his journey to peace and reconciliation in the midst of immense tragedy. Location: University Centre, Peter Clark Hall (basement)

The Centre for Cardiovascular Investigations will launch a Distinguished Scientist Lecture series with nationally renowned cardiologist Dr. Gavin Oudit. A staff cardiologist and clinician-scientist at the Mazankowski Alberta Heart Institute, University of Alberta, he will focus his talk on "Translational Approaches for Novel Heart Failure Therapies: Time for Personalized Medicine?" His presentation will begin with

Yoshinori Ohsumi, recipient of the 2015 Canada Gairdner International Award, will present the Gairdner Lecture on "Lessons from Yeast – Molecular Machinery of Autophagy." This free lecture is open to the public. Location: OVC Pathobiology AHL, Room 1800

The College of Business and Economics presents Andreas Pyka, professor of innovation economics and vice-president of international affairs at the University of Hohenheim in Germany. He will give a talk on "Technological Spillovers and Innovation Networks: Agent-based Modelling of Strategic Scenarios." Location: University Centre, Room 441

Learn how to curb the worry habit and 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 Centre,

Annette-Barbara Vogel and Ronald Greidanus perform works for violin and piano. Location: MacKinnon Building, Room 107

Prof. Kristin Andrews, York University, studies the nature of social cognition, and examines human social relations and the relationships among and between animals of different species. She has published research on chimpanzee mindreading, animal belief, normativity in nonhuman animals, the methodology of animal cognition research, and the ethical implications of the cognitive, cultural, social and

This year's Holocaust Education Week will feature a cattle car exhibit beside the canon on Branion Plaza all week and a talk by a Holocaust survivor in the UC's Peter Clark Hall on Nov. 5. The week concludes with an open Shabbat dinner on Nov. 6 at 6:30 p.m. in the Eccles Centre. Everyone is

Student Financial Services, Registrarial Services, is hosting a Financial Literacy Fair on Nov. 2 and 3. The fair will include representatives from: •        Financial Consumer Agency of Canada, •        Canada Revenue Agency, •        Ontario Ministry of Training, Colleges and Universities (OSAP), •        National Student Loan Service Centre, •        Credit Canada, •        Western Union – Global Pay (used for international payments), •       

This event is a great opportunity to network and job search with real estate and housing employers for full-time, part-time, summer and co-op job opportunities. Students from all programs are welcome to attend. Location: University Centre, Peter Clark Hall (basement)

Prof. Craig Johnson, Department of Political Science and International Development Studies, will discuss "North-South Equity and the Politics of Climate Change: Problems of Sovereignty and Responsibility in Global Climate Governance." Everyone is welcome. Location: MacKinnon Building, Room 317