By the end of this workshop participants will be able to: Explain the purpose of the PCDR. List three benefits of the PCDR. Summarize the critical components of a validated

Do any of these words resonate with you: procrastination, perfectionism, and/or impostor phenomenon? Come to this workshop to learn more about how to manage some of the most common experiences that graduate students have. Learn practical skills and strategies to help you reduce procrastination and understand how perfectionism and the impostor phenomenon may affect your

Have you ever been told your writing is "unclear"? Do feel unsure about how to make your writing easier to understand? Join us for this workshop! During this session, we will discuss strategies for making your point obvious to your reader. The lesson will be helpful for students studying at all levels (e.g., undergrad, grad,

The Landscape Architecture program in the School of Environmental Design and Rural Development is hosting a guest lecture titled "Design Publics" with Chris Reed. He is the founding director of STOSS and a Professor at Harvard University Graduate School of Design. AT STOSS, Chris oversees the design and content of each project. He is an

Are you looking for a statistics tune-up using RStudio? Come to the second workshop in our series to teach you the basics! In RStudio micro 2: Statistics, you will learn the difference between descriptive and inferential statistics. Prior knowledge of R / RStudio is not required. Prior knowledge of statistics is not required. If you

Whether you're drafting a journal article, course paper, or thesis chapter, introductions set the tone for your work, clarifying why it matters and how it addresses key questions or gaps. This workshop introduces practical models and linguistic strategies for strong academic openings, while also discussing the AI tools for brainstorming your drafts more effectively. This

Have midterms coming up? Don't know how to study for them? Join the Library and the START team for our workshop on midterm study skills. This workshop will cover some helpful tips and tricks to improve your studying. Please register on Gryphlife! Questions? Email library@uoguelph.ca.

Feeling like you have too much to read and not enough time? Join this workshop to develop skills for reading journal articles more efficiently and effectively. This workshop is best suited to graduate students and upper year undergraduate students. Questions? Email learning@uoguelph.ca. Date: Wednesday, October 8, 10 a.m. to 11:30 a.m.

Dr. Shane Bateman will explore the critical intersections between human, animal, and environmental health by examining the evidence-based connections between interpersonal violence, animal abuse, and broader societal harms. This seminar challenges traditional disciplinary boundaries and introduces the One Welfare framework as an essential complement to One Health, fostering integrated approaches to prevention, intervention, and policy.

Have you ever been told your writing is lacking evidence? Do feel unsure about how and when to use evidence in y our writing? Join us for this workshop! During this session, we will discuss strategies for incorporating and synthesizing evidence correctly. The lesson will be helpful for students studying at all levels (e.g., undergrad,

When writing in an additional language, you might be busy managing vocabulary, grammar, and idea translation. It can be a challenge to also ensure your ideas are flowing from one paragraph to the next. Adding to that, it's a bigger challenge to make your document cohesive. Students, staff and faculty are welcome to join us.

Learn how to transform your literature review into a journal-ready article—even before your research results are in. This workshop will discuss different types of review articles, effective strategies for synthesizing existing research, and techniques for framing publishable insights. We’ll also demonstrate how to leverage AI tools to explore and organize the literature for various types

Idioms and phrases are puzzling to learn! Often, we think of them as casual, conversational tools, but idioms and phrases appear in academic writing, too! Join us to explore idioms and phrases that could bring new energy to your academic writing. Students, staff and faculty are welcome to attend this session. Date: Thursday, October 16,

Join us in celebrating a momentous occasion at the University of Guelph, the official launch of the College of Computational, Mathematical, and Physical Sciences (CCMPS). This special event will bring our community together to mark the opening of the new college. Highlights include: 1-2 p.m. — Formal remarks to officially open CCMPS with light refreshments

Looking for a statistics tune-up using RStudio? Come to the third workshop in our series to teach you the basics! In RStudio micro 3: Chi-square, you will learn the data type required for the test, check the assumptions for the test, and conduct the test! Prior knowledge of R / RStudio is not required. Prior

This semester, gather in person every third Friday to reconnect with colleagues and dedicate time to your writing. Attend for one to three hours during this block, depending on your schedule. From 11 a.m. to noon, a Writing Specialist will host an optional workshop in LIB 359. Please note that these workshops have separate registrations:

This workshop offers strategies and tools for managing collaborative writing projects, distributing writing tasks, providing and incorporating feedback, and establishing a cohesive voice. Note: This workshop is part of a faculty and staff writing series held every third Friday this semester. You can register separately to join this writing group from 9 a.m. to 11

Step into the healing power of nature with a guided Shinrin Yoku session at the Arboretum in Guelph. Also known as “forest bathing,” Shinrin Yoku is a gentle, meditative practice

A book review is a popular choice for graduate students aiming to make their first solo entry into scholarly publishing. Whether you're considering reviewing a book or simply want to learn how it's done, this workshop is for you. We'll discuss how to identify a suitable book to review, communicate with a journal editor, as

A book review is a popular choice for graduate students aiming to make their first solo entry into scholarly publishing. Whether you're considering reviewing a book or simply want to learn how it's done, this workshop is for you. We'll discuss how to identify a suitable book to review, communicate with a journal editor, as

Would you like to learn more about presentation skills and strategies to use in academic settings? The workshop for graduate students will offer strategies and information for academic presentations, including:

Students are often seeking advice for building vocabulary quickly and efficiently. Though this is a time-consuming process, there are some strategies you can try. Join us to explore ways to learn new words for academic contexts! Students, staff and faculty are welcome to attend this session. Date: Thursday, October 23, 2025 Location: L384 (in-person) Time:

The School of Environmental Sciences at the University of Guelph is please to welcome everyone to the 2025 Public Hammond Lecture and discussion with Dr. Teresa Kramarz. Her talk will focus on some often-overlooked impacts of the renewable energy transition, particularly the socio-ecological displacements caused by critical mineral extraction. It will contrast the triumphalist clean

Most working professionals manage dozens of emails every day, so it's a good idea to have strategies for managing this form of written communication. Join us to learn about a simple formula for writing simple, direct, and polite emails for the workplace. Students, staff and faculty are welcome to attend. Date: Thursday, Oct. 30, 2025

Looking for a statistics tune-up using RStudio? Come to the fourth workshop in our series to teach you the basics! In RStudio micro 4: Correlation, you will learn the data type required for the test, check the assumptions for the test, and conduct both a Pearson and a Spearman correlation! Prior knowledge of R /

Looking for a statistics tune-up using RStudio? Come to the fourth workshop in our series to teach you the basics! In RStudio micro 4: Correlation, you will learn the data type required for the test, check the assumptions for the test, and conduct both a Pearson and a Spearman correlation! Prior knowledge of R /