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Data Skills Workshop: Getting Data – Intro to Qualtrics Surveys
Data Skills Workshop: Getting Data – Intro to Qualtrics Surveys
Many researchers, administrators and service providers use surveys to collect data. Really, who hasn’t created a survey? With the tools available to us, it is easy to create and distribute
Anxiety: Skills and Strategies Workshop
Anxiety: Skills and Strategies Workshop
Learn practical techniques, new tips and information on how to respond to the uncomfortable sensations of anxiety. This skills program meets weekly on Mondays from 12:30 - 1:30 p.m., for
International Holocaust Remembrance Day
International Holocaust Remembrance Day
Guelph Hillel invites you to visit their tables in the University Centre Courtyard today from 12:30 to 2:30 p.m. to learn more about how the Holocaust is memorialized around the
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Introduction to Citation Management Workshop
Introduction to Citation Management Workshop
This presentation will walk you through the benefits of citation management and explain how you can use citation managers to keep track of your research and speed up the citation
Pitch Yourself Workshop: How to Develop and Film a Pitch Video
Pitch Yourself Workshop: How to Develop and Film a Pitch Video
Film a pitch video to document your employability skills and stand out to employers! This two-hour workshop will provide you with the necessary skills in scripting and filming a pitch
Data Analysis Workshop: Intro to Text Analysis (Part 1)
Data Analysis Workshop: Intro to Text Analysis (Part 1)
Are you interested in uncovering patterns across a vast amount of textual information? Come to this workshop to learn about distant reading techniques that address word count and location. Attendees
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Data Analysis Workshop: Intro to Text Analysis (Part 2)
Data Analysis Workshop: Intro to Text Analysis (Part 2)
Part two of this workshop series will introduce more complex concepts such as named entity recognition, sentiment analysis, and topic modeling. Participants will explore tools such as NER and Topic
SEDRD Speaker Series: Beyond Resilience
SEDRD Speaker Series: Beyond Resilience
Ben Reid-Howells's talk “Beyond Resilience: Stories from the Field” explores his three-year journey from India to Scotland in which he and his partner Kumar Prashant undertook projects of peace, sustainable living and community well-being. Pizza will be provided. All are welcome to attend! About Ben Reid-Howells: Reid-Howells is an international educator and community organizer with
Data Skills Workshop: Cleaning and Preparing Data – OpenRefine
Data Skills Workshop: Cleaning and Preparing Data – OpenRefine
Good data is like a good turkey dinner: you need to clean and prepare it before you can enjoy it properly. What? I have to clean and prepare my data?!
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50th Ontario Ecology, Ethology, and Evolution Colloquium
50th Ontario Ecology, Ethology, and Evolution Colloquium
The OE3C is a provincial conference organized primarily by students for students. With four plenary speakers and several student travel bursaries and presentation awards, this event is designed to give students an international experience close to home. Confirmed speakers are: Melissa Bateson, Professor of Ethology at Newcastle University Sigal Balshine, Professor at McMaster University Liana
Data Skills Workshop: Getting Data – Advanced Qualtrics Surveys
Data Skills Workshop: Getting Data – Advanced Qualtrics Surveys
This workshop will explore the more advanced question types and features of Qualtrics. It is expected that attendees have attended Creating Data – Survey – Qualtrics Intro or are already
Winter Pride Flag Raising
Winter Pride Flag Raising
Join us at the University Centre Bus Loop for the raising of the Pride Flag in celebration of the start of Winter Pride Guelph and of LGBTQ2IA+ identities! We welcome
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Data Skills Workshop: Data Analysis – Manipulation in R using dplyr and tidyr
Data Skills Workshop: Data Analysis – Manipulation in R using dplyr and tidyr
R is a programming language and environment for statistical computing and graphics. This workshop will introduce you to the dplyr package which makes tabular data manipulations easier by using a
Metagenomics-Based Ecosystem Biomonitoring (Ecobiomics)
Metagenomics-Based Ecosystem Biomonitoring (Ecobiomics)
Teresita Porter, research scientist with the Great Lakes Forestry Centre, Natural Resources Canada and a visiting research scientist with U of G's Centre for Biodiversity Genomics will discuss water and
Canada’s Crisis with Huawei: Extradition, spy threats, the 5G future and our relations with China
Canada’s Crisis with Huawei: Extradition, spy threats, the 5G future and our relations with China
The Political Science Speaker Series presents: Canada's Crisis with Huawei – Extradition, spy threats, the 5G future and our relations with China Join us for a talk about modern-day espionage
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Data Skills Workshop: Data Analysis – SPSS Part 1
Data Skills Workshop: Data Analysis – SPSS Part 1
SPSS is a statistical software package, mainly used in the Social Sciences. It features a point-and-click interface that makes it easy for the user to learn. The purpose of this
Black History Month: Opening Ceremony with Zaki Ibrahim
Black History Month: Opening Ceremony with Zaki Ibrahim
Celebrate the start of 2020 Black History Month! The month's opening ceremony includes remarks from the Guelph Black Students Association and Caribbean Culture Club followed by a performance by Zaki
Data Visualization Workshop – Python
Data Visualization Workshop – Python
In this workshop, you will learn how to produce scatter plots, boxplots and time series plots using Matplotlib. Also, you will learn the tools and knowledge to create any figure/graphic
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Data Analysis Workshop – SPSS Part 2
Data Analysis Workshop – SPSS Part 2
SPSS is a statistical software package, mainly used in the social sciences. It features a point and click interface which makes it easy for the user to learn. The purpose
Let’s Talk: Gender Equality
Let’s Talk: Gender Equality
Campus inclusion and community have always been a priority at U of G. You can do your part to help. Join students from across campus in an honest and engaging discussion around gender equality, with the bold objective of breaking down barriers and stereotypes. These workshop discussions are open to all U of G students,
Slice of Entrepreneurship
Slice of Entrepreneurship
Learn about exciting entrepreneurship opportunities on campus! Check out products and meet successful founders from real U of G startups and enjoy a free slice of pizza.
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Data Skills Workshop: Data Analysis – Reproducible Research in R
Data Skills Workshop: Data Analysis – Reproducible Research in R
In this workshop, you will learn how to recognize the issues that reproducible research helps address. Then you will learn the important roles of documentation, sharing, automation and organization in
2020 Rural Symposium
2020 Rural Symposium
The Rural Symposium is an annual opportunity for University of Guelph graduate students to showcase their rural research to policy makers, policy analysts and program staff from the Ontario Ministry
P4E Job Fair 2020
P4E Job Fair 2020
Students from all disciplines and across all semester levels are welcome to network with over 200 employers from diverse sectors at the P4E (Partners4Employment) Job Fair. You don't want to
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Data Skills Workshop: Data Visualization – R using ggplot2
Data Skills Workshop: Data Visualization – R using ggplot2
In this workshop, you will learn how to produce scatter plots, boxplots and time series plots using ggplot2. Also, you will learn the tools and knowledge to create any figure/graphic
Landscape Architecture Guest Lecture: George Dark
Landscape Architecture Guest Lecture: George Dark
George Dark, FCSLA, FASLA, OALA, is the recipient of the Governor General's Medal in Landscape Architecture and is a Senior Design Partner at Urban Strategies Inc. George's talk is titled
Data Skills Workshop: Data Visualization – Excel
Data Skills Workshop: Data Visualization – Excel
Excel is a popular tool that provides many powerful features that can assist you in managing your data and help to better understand small and large data sets. While not
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Brain Food Workshop: Outlining Your Thesis and Explaining Your Research Findings
Brain Food Workshop: Outlining Your Thesis and Explaining Your Research Findings
In this workshop session, we analyze the common features and structures of the thesis/dissertation and then focus more specifically on the results and discussion sections. If possible, please bring your
Arboretum Workshop: Animal Tracking
Arboretum Workshop: Animal Tracking
Have you ever wondered what made those marks in the snow? In this full-day program we will learn how to track animals. We will study the tracks and signs of Ontario mammals and other types of wildlife. By the end of the day you will learn to identify and interpret animal tracks by looking at
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Arboretum Workshop: Winter Landscape Watercolour Painting
Arboretum Workshop: Winter Landscape Watercolour Painting
Winter landscapes do not have to be bleak and boring. Learn how to paint expressive and vibrant winter landscapes in watercolour with artist Candice Leyland. Explore a variety of ways to paint glistening snow and ice using the Canadian winter landscapes as inspiration. All materials provided. Guest Instructor: Candice Leyland Registration: Early Bird Fee: $60
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Data Skills Workshop: Data Analysis – SAS Part 1
Data Skills Workshop: Data Analysis – SAS Part 1
Look and feel like a pro with SAS! SAS is a statistical software package that is widely used in many disciplines. In just three hours you will be ready to
Data Skills Workshop: Data Analysis – Python
Data Skills Workshop: Data Analysis – Python
In this workshop, you will learn how to run descriptive statistics, perform simple statistical analysis including ANOVA and correlation. This is a great opportunity for students to learn how to
The Beginner’s Guide to Animated Videos Workshop
The Beginner’s Guide to Animated Videos Workshop
Animated videos are a great way to engage your audience, share information and make information more "digestible." This session will provide instruction on free animation software called PowToon that is
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Introduction to Citation Management Workshop
Introduction to Citation Management Workshop
This presentation will walk you through the benefits of citation management and explain how you can use citation managers to keep track of your research and speed up the citation
Gryphon Pizza Day in Support of She’s Got Game
Gryphon Pizza Day in Support of She’s Got Game
Join us for the second annual Gryphon Pizza Day in support of #ShesGotGameUofG. For every large Domino's cheese or pepperoni pizza sold ($7.99 each, pick-up only), $4 will be donated to female scholarships and funding at the University of Guelph. Visit the Domino's food truck in Branion Plaza from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. (whole
Data Skills Workshop: Data Analysis – SAS Part 2
Data Skills Workshop: Data Analysis – SAS Part 2
Look and feel like a pro with SAS! SAS is a statistical software package that is widely used in many disciplines. In just three hours you will be ready to
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Data Skills Workshop: Data Analysis – Qualitative analysis using NVivo
Data Skills Workshop: Data Analysis – Qualitative analysis using NVivo
NVivo is a qualitative data analysis (QDA) computer software package designed to help you manage and analyze qualitative data. In this workshop, we will work on bringing your sources in,
Black History Month: Noon Hour Concert – Lydia Persaud
Black History Month: Noon Hour Concert – Lydia Persaud
During Black History Month, enjoy a noon hour concert featuring Lydia Persaud. A fixture of Toronto’s music community and a sought-after collaborator, Lydia Persaud stands alone with her debut album
Skills for Research Impact: Social Media Engagement
Skills for Research Impact: Social Media Engagement
Learn all about the web 2.0! Discover how to choose social media platforms that are appropriate for your goals and audiences, and get tips on creating engaging posts.
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Faculty: IT Strategy Workshop – Help Us Help You!
Faculty: IT Strategy Workshop – Help Us Help You!
Are you a faculty member or researcher at U of G? Do you have ideas to improve teaching, learning or research through IT? The IT strategy team wants to hear
Data Skills Workshop: Data Analysis and Visualization – Intro to GIS Part 1
Data Skills Workshop: Data Analysis and Visualization – Intro to GIS Part 1
ArcGIS is a Geographic Information System (GIS) - a software program for working with maps and geographic data. A GIS allows you to work with any data that you know
Pitch Yourself Workshop: How to Develop and Film a Pitch Video
Pitch Yourself Workshop: How to Develop and Film a Pitch Video
Film a pitch video to document your employability skills and stand out to employers! This two-hour workshop will provide you with the necessary skills in scripting and filming a pitch
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Data Skills Workshop: Data Analysis and Visualization – Intro to GIS Part 2
Data Skills Workshop: Data Analysis and Visualization – Intro to GIS Part 2
ArcGIS is a Geographic Information System (GIS) - a software program for working with maps and geographic data. A GIS allows you to work with any data that you know
CBG Science Seminar Series: Fundamentals of Metagenomic-Based Bioinformatics
CBG Science Seminar Series: Fundamentals of Metagenomic-Based Bioinformatics
David L. Erickson, PhD delivers a seminar on Feb. 14 at the Centre for Biodiversity Gemonics (CBG) at U of G. Erickson is an associate research scientist at the University of Maryland in the Joint Institute for Food Science and Applied Nutrition, as well as founder of the biotechnology company DNA4 Technologies LLC. Erickson has
Black History Month: Tinder Tales with QTPOC Guelph
Black History Month: Tinder Tales with QTPOC Guelph
Have you ever been on a date so awkward, weird, funny or disastrous but your friends and family wouldn't get it cause they're white, straight, allo and cis, or you're
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Playing With Pressbooks Publishing Software (Beginner) Workshop
Playing With Pressbooks Publishing Software (Beginner) Workshop
Do you have course notes, a textbook or other educational materials that you want to publish online? Are you unsure of where to start or which tool to use? Come
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Go Code Girl
Go Code Girl
Free on-campus event for girls from grades 8 to 12. Through hands-on workshops, this event is designed to encourage girls to investigate the fascinating world of coding and software development, and discover opportunities in the computing and engineering field. Registration required.
– CANCELLED – Rupture and Repair: A Conversation with Maria Hupfield and Prof. Kim Anderson (Art Gallery of Guelph)
– CANCELLED – Rupture and Repair: A Conversation with Maria Hupfield and Prof. Kim Anderson (Art Gallery of Guelph)
- CANCELLED - Using her work KA-POW! as a starting point for discussion, artist Maria Hupfield will be joined by Kim Anderson, Canada Research Chair in Indigenous Relationships at the University of Guelph, to explore how the piece serves as a platform that ignites discussion about the natural world, Indigenous feminisms, art and politics. KA-POW!
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An Introduction to Podcasting Workshop
An Introduction to Podcasting Workshop
Join this two-hour workshop to walk through the steps of creating a podcast: from planning, scripting, gathering music and sound effects. This session will provide instruction on free, open-source software
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Data Skills Workshop: Data Visualization – Tableau Intro
Data Skills Workshop: Data Visualization – Tableau Intro
A picture is worth a thousand words! Especially when you don’t have to read the thousand words it would take to explain the patterns and trends in your data. There
Black History Month: In Conversation with Hon. Dr. Jean Augustine
Black History Month: In Conversation with Hon. Dr. Jean Augustine
Join the office of Diversity and Human Rights as we welcome the Hon. Dr. Jean Augustine to the University of Guelph in celebration of Black History Month! As the first African Canadian woman elected to the House of Commons, Augustine promotes diversity, empowers women and encourages civic engagement. She is the recipient of the Order
Data Skills Workshop: Data Visualization – Tableau – Intermediate
Data Skills Workshop: Data Visualization – Tableau – Intermediate
A picture is worth a thousand words! Especially when you don’t have to read the thousand words it would take to explain the patterns and trends in your data. There
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Take the Stress Out of IBS Workshop
Take the Stress Out of IBS Workshop
Learn strategies to decrease symptoms of Irritable Bowel Syndrome or a stressed stomach. This skills program, offered by the Stress Management Clinic and the dietitian at Student Health Services, meets weekly on Wednesdays, 5:30 - 6:30 p.m., for five sessions. Registration: $20 for U of G students $50 for members of USW Local 4120 $100
Arboretum Workshop: Planetarium Program…What’s Up Tonight?
Arboretum Workshop: Planetarium Program…What’s Up Tonight?
Join guest instructor Trevor Chandler inside his planetarium for this amazing program (families welcome and encouraged). This planetarium series explores the planets, stars and constellations that are visible in the night sky this month. In the session, you’ll learn a few of the brighter constellations, as well as their mythology, in addition to the names
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Data Skills Workshop: Getting Data – All Types of Data
Data Skills Workshop: Getting Data – All Types of Data
How many different types of data are there? I need data for my project, where do I start looking? What’s most important about the data you want to find? Come
Tell a Story with Digital Media Workshop
Tell a Story with Digital Media Workshop
Digital storytelling can be used for explaining concepts, reflecting on an idea, retelling an event or making an argument. You will have the opportunity to try both the planning and
Including Third Party Materials in OER and Scholarship Workshop
Including Third Party Materials in OER and Scholarship Workshop
As a part of Fair Dealing Week, the McLaughlin Library is proud to present a talk focused on open educational resources and scholarship. Join Meredith Jacob, project director for Creative Commons USA in the Scholars Studio (LIB 289) for a discussion on copyright issues relevant to teaching and research. This event is free, and is
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Arboretum Workshop: Winter Tree Identification
Arboretum Workshop: Winter Tree Identification
No leaves? No problem! In this workshop you will learn about the variety of tree features that are useful for winter identification of deciduous trees. From bark to buds to leaf scars…you will get hands-on experience in reading these winter clues to tree ID. We will focus on native Ontario trees, and we’ll be spending
CBG Seminar Series: Tracing the Patterns of Life on a Changing Planet
CBG Seminar Series: Tracing the Patterns of Life on a Changing Planet
Prof. Paul Hebert presents: Tracing the Patterns of Life on a Changing Planet Earth observation satellites are watching biodiversity from afar, providing a synoptic view of shifting forest cover, plankton blooms, and the timing of budburst. Until now, most essential biodiversity variables have only been resolved in a local context, but DNA-based approaches will soon
Black History Month: Closing Ceremony with Shay Lia
Black History Month: Closing Ceremony with Shay Lia
Black History Month at U of G wraps up with a closing ceremony featuring Shay Lia. Shay Lia is a Djiboutian-French artist based in Montreal. Best known for her collaborations
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Rebel Knowledge Symposium 2020
Rebel Knowledge Symposium 2020
Pre-registration now open! Register online. The Earth is on Fire! Moving from Climate Crisis to Climate Justice Join us Feb. 29 to Mar. 1 for Rebel Knowledge 2020! An annual OPIRG Guelph event, Rebel Knowledge is a social and environmental justice symposium that brings together activists, radical academics, critical researchers and community organizers to learn,