This year's conference theme is "Enhancing Teaching and Learning: The Evolution of the Lecture." Highlights include: - plenary speaker Prof. Joe Kim, McMaster University: "Teaching for Now and Later: Key Factors in Creating Durable Learning"; - plenary panel: "Large Scale Successes: Winning Strategies for Big Classes"; and - more than 50 concurrent presentations and workshops.

Dr. Carl Walkley, associate professor, Department of Medicine, University of Melbourne, presents "Application of Murine Models of Osteosarcoma for Preclinical Target Discovery and Validation." Walkley completed a bachelor of pharmacy at the University of South Australia in 1999 and a PhD at the Peter MacCallum Cancer Centre, University of Melbourne, in 2003. He then undertook

This annual event brings researchers in the field of neuroscience together from across the University to present their research and share ideas. This year's keynote address will be given by Prof. Gail Johnson from the University of Rochester. Time: 9:15 a.m. Location: Arboretum

Held each spring, the Animal Welfare Research Symposium showcases research in animal welfare from multiple disciplines across the University of Guelph campus. A wide range of topics related to animal welfare, animal ethics and the role of animals in society will be presented through talks and posters. The symposium provides a forum for faculty and

Canadian gardening and its many possibilities will be featured in a special presentation by well-known gardening expert Owen Reeves. This event, created through a partnership with the Compost Council of Canada, promises to both entertain and inspire gardeners, whether they're new to gardening or seasoned experts. Tickets are $20 and can be ordered in advance

Join us in this all-day event for students who have received an offer of admission from the University of Guelph. Each day is specific to a particular degree program and consists of program information sessions, career and co-operative education sessions, residence tours and more. For more information, contact 519.824.4120 x. 58721 or admevent@uoguelph.ca.   

Dr. John Konhilas of the University of Arizona presents "Manipulating the Gut for Heart Health." He is an associate professor in the Sarver Molecular Cardiovascular Research Program and the Department of Physiology at the University of Arizona. His current research interests include the roles of sex hormones and menopause on cardiac function, and the link

The Centre for Public Health and Zoonoses (CPHAZ) brings together presentations and posters on all aspects of public health and zoonotic disease. Dr. David Patrick, School of Population and Public Health, University of British Columbia, will be the keynote speaker, presenting "Antibiotic Stewardship Across the Spectrum of One Health: What Works?" Location: Rozanski Hall

The Institute for Comparative Cancer Investigation (ICCI) presents its 10th annual Cancer Research Symposium at U of G. This free event includes guest speakers, student presentations and a poster session. The keynote speaker is Dr. William Eward, DVM, MD, orthopedic surgery, Duke University School of Medicine. He will present "Sarcomas in Dogs and Humans: Bringing

The University of Guelph Accessibility Conference welcomes both accessibility novices and experts. Presenters will share practical and theoretical knowledge of: - web, document and multimedia accessibility and other AODA-related topics; - disability research and accommodation; - inclusive design; - adaptive technology; - accessible teaching and learning; - leadership in the field of accessibility; and -

The College of Business and Economics at U of G welcomes Canadian politician, public speaker, broadcaster and diplomat Stephen Lewis to its Luminary Leader Speaker Series. The event showcases exceptional leaders in a broad range of private business, non-profit and public sector fields. The speaker series is part of the MA leadership residential week and