Tree Dedication to Memorialize Students
The Central Student Association (CSA) and the Graduate Students’ Association (GSA) is holding a special Student Memorial Tree Dedication Friday, Sept. 25, in honour of five U of G students who passed away during the last academic year. The ceremony will be held at 4 p.m. at the Arboretum Centre. A Katsura tree located in
Scottish Studies Fall Colloquium
To attend the Scottish Studies Fall Colloquium, the registration fee is $30 for members of the Scottish Studies Foundation and for early-bird registrants on or before Sept. 18. The fee increases to $35 after that date. The student rate is $10. Lunch and coffee breaks are included. Location: McLaughlin Library, Robert Whitelaw Room (246)
Student Political Forum
Mingle with Guelph candidates in the federal election and enjoy free food, while campus political chapters share their party's platform from a student perspective. Location: Bullring Pub
Library Carnival
Learn how the library can help you succeed this semester at the fourth annual Library Carnival, featuring booths with games, trivia, prizes, food and popcorn. Location: University Centre, Courtyard
OMAFRA – U of G Research Programs Town Hall
Researchers are invited to the public town hall to ask questions, and meet with research program directors and Ontario Ministry of Agriculture, Food and Rural Affairs (OMAFRA) staff. Location: OVC Lifetime Learning Centre, Room 1714
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 at 5:30 p.m. on Tuesdays and Thursdays for six weeks. The fee is $40 for U of G students, $60 for members of USW Local 4120 and $120 for everyone
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 Tuesdays and Thursdays for six weeks. The fee is $40 for U of G students, $60 for members of USW Local 4120 and $120
Career Fair at RIM Park
Network with more than 200 employers at the P4E Career Fair at RIM Park in Waterloo. Free transportation will be provided to and from the fair from the University Centre. Students from all programs are encouraged to attend. Location: University Centre
Campus Animal Facilities Hosts United Way Barbecue
Campus Animal Facilities is selling hamburgers (regular or veggie) and pop for $6, baked goods for $2 per plate and raffle tickets for $2 each or three tickets for $5. Proceeds go to the United Way. Location: Central Animal Facility
CSA Noon Hour Concert: Red Moon Road
Inspired by the lake, campfires, outdoor living and kitchen party jams, Winnipeg folk trio Red Moon Road celebrates the release of its new album Sorrows and Glories with a free performance co-hosted by the Central Student Association and CFRU 93.3 FM. Location: University Centre Courtyard
All Candidates’ Debate
All registered Guelph candidates in the federal election will participate in a moderated debate on topics that matter to you. Use #UofGDebate to Tweet questions you have for the candidates, and organizers will try to include them. Location: University Centre, Peter Clark Hall (basement)
Thursday At Noon Concert Series Presents Vox Metropolis
This program showcases new music and a soundtrack composed and performed live by Vox Metropolis along with Buster Keaton's 1924 classic Sherlock Jr. The ensemble members double on a variety of instruments, including piano, keyboards, violin, cello, guitar, flutes, saxophone and whistles. Location: MacKinnon, R00m 107
Weekly Organic Farmer’s Market
The Wellness Education Centre and the Guelph Centre for Urban Organic Farming are hosting a weekly organic farmer's market, where U of G students, staff and faculty can buy fresh produce grown on campus. The farmer's market will expose students to a variety of fruits and vegetables, and offer recipes and ideas on to how
Bob Rae Presents “What’s Happened to Politics?”
The College of Arts, The Bookshelf and the Eden Mills Writers' Festival present a talk by Bob Rae, titled "What's Happened to Politics?" as part of the Café Philosophique Author Series. Tickets are $5 and can be purchased in advance at The Bookshelf. Location: Lakeside Hope House, 75 Norfolk St., Guelph
Better Sleep Program
Learn how to decrease insomnia, fall asleep (or back to sleep) more easily, and get more energy from sleep using proven, drug-free strategies. This five-session program meets Thursdays from 7:30 to 8:30 p.m. The fee is $20 for U of G students, $25 for members of USW Local 4120 and $50 for all others. Location:
Kick Off for Office of Research Information Management System
The Office of Research is launching a new system aimed at simplifying and streamlining its information management and administrative processes. It’s holding an event for members of the research community to learn more about the new system and meet the project team. A reception will follow a formal program. The system, which has been implemented
CSA Noon Hour Concert: Ben Caplan and the Casual Smokers
Rugged, raspy and roaring with charisma, Ben Caplan brings his range of talents as a songwriter and performer to U of G. This event is co-presented by the Central Student Association and CFRU 93.3 FM. Location: University Centre Courtyard
ALVVAYS and Moon King Concert
ALVVAYS convey the humour and heartache of seeking intimacy in the big city with their unique style of indie pop. This is an all-ages licensed event. Tickets are $23 for U of G students and $26 for community members. Tickets are available online at ticketbreak.com or with cash at the Central Student Association office, University Centre,
CSA Sunday Cinema: Jurassic World
Twenty-two years after the original Jurassic Park failed, the new park (known as Jurassic World) is open for business. After years of studying genetics, the scientists at the park genetically engineer a new breed of dinosaur. When everything goes horribly wrong, will the heroes make it off the island? Location: Thornbrough, Room 1200
CSA Noon Hour Concert: Krar Collective
Krar Collective performs their contemporary take on traditional Ethiopian music using other-worldly modes and driven by hypnotic rhythms. With a minimal line-up they create a surprisingly full-band sound, leading them to be dubbed "The Ethiopian White Stripes." This event is co-presented by the Central Student Association and CFRU 93.3 FM. Location: University Centre Courtyard