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Qualtrics – Introduction to Creating Online Surveys: Data Skills Workshop Series
Qualtrics – Introduction to Creating Online Surveys: Data Skills Workshop Series
In this virtual session, we will use Qualtrics, our online survey software, to explore the fundamentals of survey creation. We will explore: How to create a Qualtrics account How to find and use Qualtrics tutorials and training How to create a basic Qualtrics survey How to access your survey results Please note: You must have
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Nature Journaling Hike (In-person)
Nature Journaling Hike (In-person)
Learn more about our Nature Journaling Hikes Get curious about nature and practice your observational skills with our nature journaling hikes! Great for those looking to get started, we will focus on the fundamentals so you can create your own nature journal! No artistic skill needed, nature journaling is about intentional curiosity and exploring the
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Wonderous Wildflowers: Spring Blooms Workshop (In-person)
Wonderous Wildflowers: Spring Blooms Workshop (In-person)
Spring has arrived and the flowers are beginning to bloom! Join us to explore the wonderous world of spring wildflowers. In-classroom learning will focus on foundational botany and an introduction to the plant families we might encounter during the springtime. Visiting Arboretum sites like Victoria Woods, Wild Goose Woods, and the close to the public
Wonderous Wildflowers: Spring Blooms Workshop (In-Person)
Wonderous Wildflowers: Spring Blooms Workshop (In-Person)
Spring has arrived and the flowers are beginning to bloom! Join us to explore the wonderous world of spring wildflowers. In-classroom learning will focus on foundational botany and an introduction to the plant families we might encounter during the springtime. Visiting Arboretum sites like Victoria Woods, Wild Goose Woods, and the close to the public
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Faculty Writing Retreat 2025 – Hybrid
Faculty Writing Retreat 2025 – Hybrid
Writing Services hosts this free, week-long retreat for University of Guelph faculty, staff, and postdoctoral scholars working on scholarly writing projects. (Graduate students should apply for the Dissertation Writing Retreat.) Dates: Monday to Friday, May 5 - 9, 2025 from 9:15 a.m. - 4 pm.. Are you trying to find time to work on an
Spring Ephemeral Flowers Watercolour Painting (Virtual)
Spring Ephemeral Flowers Watercolour Painting (Virtual)
Join Artist Candice Leyland for an online watercolour class exploring spring ephemeral flowers inspired by Ontario and the Guelph, Arboretum. We will look at a variety of techniques to capture these delicate ephemeral blooms and work through a painting of snow drops. Reference photos will be provided in advance. Some watercolour experience is recommended, but
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Faculty Writing Retreat 2025 – Hybrid
Faculty Writing Retreat 2025 – Hybrid
Writing Services hosts this free, week-long retreat for University of Guelph faculty, staff, and postdoctoral scholars working on scholarly writing projects. (Graduate students should apply for the Dissertation Writing Retreat.) Dates: Monday to Friday, May 5 - 9, 2025 from 9:15 a.m. - 4 pm.. Are you trying to find time to work on an
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Spring Birdwatching Hike (In-person)
Spring Birdwatching Hike (In-person)
Spring is in the air—and so are the birds! This is the perfect time to get outside and spot migrating birds as they pass through in their vibrant plumage, filling the air with song. Join us for a guided birdwatching hike through The Arboretum, where we’ll explore a variety of habitats in search of both
Faculty Writing Retreat 2025 – Hybrid
Faculty Writing Retreat 2025 – Hybrid
Writing Services hosts this free, week-long retreat for University of Guelph faculty, staff, and postdoctoral scholars working on scholarly writing projects. (Graduate students should apply for the Dissertation Writing Retreat.) Dates: Monday to Friday, May 5 - 9, 2025 from 9:15 a.m. - 4 pm.. Are you trying to find time to work on an
Domesticating Wildness: Snow Leopard Tourism and Evolving Multispecies Relationships in the Indian Himalayas
Domesticating Wildness: Snow Leopard Tourism and Evolving Multispecies Relationships in the Indian Himalayas
The next Canada India Research Centre for Learning and Engagement (CIRCLE) Webinar will feature Karine Gagné, Associate Professor, Department of Sociology and Anthropology, University of Guelph. How does snow leopard tourism reshape multispecies relationships? In the Indian Himalayas, this tourism has gained traction, attracting visitors eager to see the elusive snow leopard. This growth is
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Faculty Writing Retreat 2025 – Hybrid
Faculty Writing Retreat 2025 – Hybrid
Writing Services hosts this free, week-long retreat for University of Guelph faculty, staff, and postdoctoral scholars working on scholarly writing projects. (Graduate students should apply for the Dissertation Writing Retreat.) Dates: Monday to Friday, May 5 - 9, 2025 from 9:15 a.m. - 4 pm.. Are you trying to find time to work on an
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Faculty Writing Retreat 2025 – Hybrid
Faculty Writing Retreat 2025 – Hybrid
Writing Services hosts this free, week-long retreat for University of Guelph faculty, staff, and postdoctoral scholars working on scholarly writing projects. (Graduate students should apply for the Dissertation Writing Retreat.) Dates: Monday to Friday, May 5 - 9, 2025 from 9:15 a.m. - 4 pm.. Are you trying to find time to work on an
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Guelph Bird Day (In-person)
Guelph Bird Day (In-person)
This all-ages event has something for everyone. Take part in free guided bird walks, check out hands-on activities, and connect with local nature-based groups at their tables. Plus, Wild Ontario will be there with their live raptors for an up-close look at some incredible feathered ambassadors. No registration is required—just dress for the weather, bring
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2025 KTT Symposium: Being a trusted voice in agri-food
2025 KTT Symposium: Being a trusted voice in agri-food
Every year, this symposium brings together participants from government, academia, industry and regional communities to support networking and capacity development in the agri-food Knowledge Translation and Transfer (KTT) community, and to learn more about ongoing KTT projects funded by the Ontario Agri-Food Innovation Alliance. Join us on Monday, May 12, 2025, at the Arboretum at
Countering Policy Exclusions: Canada, Disability, and International Commitments – Part 2
Countering Policy Exclusions: Canada, Disability, and International Commitments – Part 2
With the election of a new federal government, we have invited leaders in civil society organizations to discuss what will and should be key priorities for action around ensuring rights and justice of and with women and girls with disabilities. We will examine how the Global Disability Summit declaration to ensure 15% of development assistance
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Future Gryphon Days
Future Gryphon Days
Experience the "day in a life" of a Gryphon. Attend sample lectures, tour residence, labs and facilities, and chat with faculty, staff and students. These events are for admitted students only.
Walking as Remapping: Poem-Making from Place with Anna Swanson
Walking as Remapping: Poem-Making from Place with Anna Swanson
This walk invites participants to engage in an exploration of place through poetry. Inspired by the practice of ecological mapping and the work of writer Anna Swanson, participants will use sight, sound, and texture as tools for gathering language from the world around us on this walk along the Speed and Eramosa Rivers. Throughout the
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Teaching and Learning Innovations Conference
Teaching and Learning Innovations Conference
At the University of Guelph’s 36th Teaching and Learning Innovations Conference, we will come together to explore the theme of Cultivating Spaces of Possibility as it weaves through the learning experiences of students, faculty, and staff. On Wednesday May 14, we will connect in person at the University Centre for speakers, interactive sessions, and presentations.
Future Gryphon Days
Future Gryphon Days
Experience the "day in a life" of a Gryphon. Attend sample lectures, tour residence, labs and facilities, and chat with faculty, staff and students. These events are for admitted students only.
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Teaching and Learning Innovations Conference
Teaching and Learning Innovations Conference
At the University of Guelph’s 36th Teaching and Learning Innovations Conference, we will come together to explore the theme of Cultivating Spaces of Possibility as it weaves through the learning experiences of students, faculty, and staff. On Wednesday May 14, we will connect in person at the University Centre for speakers, interactive sessions, and presentations.
Future Gryphon Days
Future Gryphon Days
Experience the "day in a life" of a Gryphon. Attend sample lectures, tour residence, labs and facilities, and chat with faculty, staff and students. These events are for admitted students only.
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Future Gryphon Days
Future Gryphon Days
Experience the "day in a life" of a Gryphon. Attend sample lectures, tour residence, labs and facilities, and chat with faculty, staff and students. These events are for admitted students
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Faculty Writing Group
Faculty Writing Group
This writing group provides participants of the Faculty Writing Retreat with the opportunity to continue to write in community with colleagues throughout the summer (Tuesday, May 20 to Thursday, August 21). This room is available Mondays to Thursdays from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. If you plan to join the group at any point this
Write to Publish: Writing Titles and Abstracts
Write to Publish: Writing Titles and Abstracts
Your title and abstract almost always determine whether your readers will engage with the rest of your work. In this workshop, we’ll discuss and demonstrate cross-disciplinary strategies for writing compelling titles and abstracts for your articles, course papers, theses, and more. This workshop will be held in person in McLaughlin Library, Room 384. You'll receive
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Intro to GIS using ArcGIS Online: Data Skills
Intro to GIS using ArcGIS Online: Data Skills
Registration will open 4 weeks before the workshop. In this workshop we will learn how to navigate ArcGIS Online, kinds of GIS data, how to add data to a map, basic symbology and labelling, how to manually add data to your map, and how to access analysis functions. ArcGIS is a Geographic Information System (GIS);
Virtual Tree Identification
Virtual Tree Identification
Do you love trees but can’t tell an Ash from a Walnut, a Birch from a Beech, or a Spruce from a Fir? Are you looking to connect more with the natural world around you? Join Shelley Hunt, U of Guelph course instructor and former Arboretum Director, for a virtual, interactive tree identification workshop. Over
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Summer Season Opening
Summer Season Opening
Join us on Thursday, May 22 at 6:30 p.m. to celebrate the launch of the Art Gallery of Guelph’s summer season with the opening of two new exhibitions: 155,578 and Fuzzy Thinking. 155,578 features the work of over 50 artists with connections to Guelph, selected through an open call. The exhibition also includes a large-scale
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Plein Air Watercolour Workshop (In-person)
Plein Air Watercolour Workshop (In-person)
Join Artist Candice Leyland for an inspiring and immersive plein air watercolour class, where The Arboretum becomes your studio! Whether you're a seasoned artist or a curious beginner, this class offers a unique opportunity to capture the beauty of the outdoors with vibrant watercolours. What to Expect: Expert Instruction: Learn from experienced artist who will
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Write to Publish: Writing Introductions
Write to Publish: Writing Introductions
Whether you're writing a journal manuscript, coursework, or beginning your thesis, the introduction is crucial. It’s where you state why your work matters, highlight the key questions, problems, or gaps, and outline how you plan to address them. This workshop will teach key models and linguistic strategies you can use to craft introductions that engage
Beach Volleyball with the OVC Graduate Connect Club
Beach Volleyball with the OVC Graduate Connect Club
Calling all OVC Graduate students (and beyond) to come join the Graduate Connect Club's recreational Beach Volleyball Team! This is a chance for graduate students of all skill levels to get their head out of the lab and into the game, only a one-time fee of $20 is required to join. Did we mention that
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EAL Pronunciation and Conversation (IN-PERSON)
EAL Pronunciation and Conversation (IN-PERSON)
Do you speak English as an additional (or non-dominant) language? Would you like to learn a bit more about the English language while meeting new people? Join us for EAL Pronunciation and Conversation! Dates: Tuesday, May 27 and Thursday, May 29 (please register for each day separately) Location: In-person Time: 1 – 3 pm Program
EAL Pronunciation and Conversation (ONLINE)
EAL Pronunciation and Conversation (ONLINE)
Do you speak English as an additional (or non-dominant) language? Would you like to learn a bit more about the English language while meeting new people? Join us for EAL Pronunciation and Conversation! Dates: Tuesday, May 27 and Thursday, May 29 (please register for each day separately) Location: Online (Please monitor your inbox for a
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Intro to GIS using ArcGIS Pro: Data Skills
Intro to GIS using ArcGIS Pro: Data Skills
Registration will open 4 weeks before the workshop. In this workshop we will learn how to navigate ArcPro, kinds of GIS data, how to add data to a map, basic symbology, and labelling, how to filter data, and how to create a finished map. ArcGIS is a Geographic Information System (GIS); a software program for
Virtual Tree Identification
Virtual Tree Identification
Do you love trees but can’t tell an Ash from a Walnut, a Birch from a Beech, or a Spruce from a Fir? Are you looking to connect more with the natural world around you? Join Shelley Hunt, U of Guelph course instructor and former Arboretum Director, for a virtual, interactive tree identification workshop. Over
Effective Coping Skills for Uncertain, Turbulent Times
Effective Coping Skills for Uncertain, Turbulent Times
The increasing uncertainties in our lives are escalating stress and anxiety. Learn a variety of research-based tips and approaches for decreasing anxiety, worry, doom scrolling, and co-ruminating, in the face of unsettling, stressful world events. This two-hour evening workshop with Kathy Somers of the Stress Management & High Performance Clinic meets on-line from 7 to
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EAL Pronunciation and Conversation (in-person)
EAL Pronunciation and Conversation (in-person)
Do you speak English as an additional (or non-dominant) language? Would you like to learn a bit more about the English language while meeting new people? Join us for EAL Pronunciation and Conversation! Dates: Tuesday, May 27 and Thursday, May 29 (please register for each day separately). Location: Library 120A Time: 10 am -12 pm
Graduate Accountability Group
Graduate Accountability Group
The Graduate Student Accountability Group provides a welcoming, safe, and productive online space for graduate students to do their work. The group is facilitated by a learning specialist and is designed to help you identify small goals and accomplish them during short work periods. Comments from previous participants: "The group is a great way to
EAL Pronunciation and Conversation (ONLINE)
EAL Pronunciation and Conversation (ONLINE)
Do you speak English as an additional (or non-dominant) language? Would you like to learn a bit more about the English language while meeting new people? Join us for EAL Pronunciation and Conversation! Dates: Tuesday, May 27 and Thursday, May 29 (please register for each day separately) Location: Online (Please monitor your inbox for a
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Pre-Game Before the Big Game at Craft Kitchen & Ale House!
Pre-Game Before the Big Game at Craft Kitchen & Ale House!
Kick-off game day at Craft Kitchen & Ale House! Join us on Friday, May 30 from 4 p.m. for $1 wings (with game ticket), a special game day menu, and giveaways. Purchase a soft drink or iced tea for a chance to win prizes like a Sonos Roam speaker or Coca-Cola swag packs. Bonus: Bring
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Walking as Remapping: Family Edition Build a Poem from Place with Anna Swanson
Walking as Remapping: Family Edition Build a Poem from Place with Anna Swanson
Come explore the city in a whole new way—by turning a walk into a poem! Location: The Boathouse Tea Room, 116 Gordon St, Guelph ON For kids ages 7–12 and their caregivers Come explore the city in a whole new way—by turning a walk into a poem! On this playful and creative walk, we’ll use