The University will extend the last day to drop winter 2019 classes without academic penalty by two weeks, from March 8 to March 22. The extension stems from weather-related closures this semester that delayed some midterm examinations and subsequent feedback opportunities for students mandated under U of G policy. The extension applies to all students […]
By Post-doctoral Research Fellow Elizabeth Franklin and Post-doctoral Research Assistant Caitlin Potter, Environmental Sciences […]
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University of Guelph provost and vice-president (academic) Charlotte Yates was featured in a CBC Radio One Windsor interview on Feb. 27 to discuss her new report on the future of Canada’s auto industry. Yates, who is a professor in U of G’s Department of Political Science, co-authored a report for the Canadian Centre for Policy Alternatives […]
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University of Guelph research on the nesting habits of squirrels has been featured on CBC North and on Yahoo News. U of G integrative biology researchers recently published a study on North American red squirrels that found that young squirrels that take over nests of male squirrels and “inherit” their leftover stored food fare better than those that take over […]
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It’s known environmental cues can be strong triggers for those trying to kick a drug habit because those cues activate the brain’s emotional and stimulus-response systems. A new study by University of Guelph researchers reveals for the first time that there’s more going on in the brain when someone walks past a customary lighting-up spot […]
The University of Guelph’s Ontario Veterinary College (OVC) has placed first in Canada, third in North America and seventh globally in the 2019 World University Rankings. “We challenge our students to be forward-thinking in understanding, creating and finding solutions to real-world issues and, in turn, improve life for people and animals in Canada and beyond,” […]
Senator Kim Pate, who has worked on behalf of some of the most marginalized, victimized and institutionalized Canadians, will discuss “What Does the Future of Justice Look Like?” on Feb. 28 for the University of Guelph’s 2019 Truscott Lecture in Justice. This is the tenth anniversary of the lecture series and this year marks 60 […]
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Prof. Malcolm Campbell will complete his first term as vice-president (research) on May 31, 2020, and has expressed interest in reappointment for a second term. In keeping with the University Appointments Policy, a review of Prof. Campbell’s first term is being conducted under the direction of a review committee, which includes the following members: Franco Vaccarino, […]
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Do you know someone who has consistently demonstrated a commitment to excellence and has exceeded the expectations of their normal employment responsibilities? Nominate that staff member for a President’s Award for Exemplary Staff Service. Employees selected receive $2,000* and are recognized during an annual community event. Teams share the cash prize. Five award categories are […]
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Prof. Scott Weese was featured in a Consumer Reports article about the link between antibiotic overuse in pets and subsequent disease outbreaks in humans. A professor of pathobiology at the Ontario Veterinary College at the University of Guelph, Weese has extensively studied antimicrobial resistance in pets, such as cats and dogs. He offered tips for […]
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U of G and the City of Guelph are making it cheaper for faculty and staff to get around town. All full-time and part-time employees of the University of Guelph are eligible save 15 per cent on the purchase of Guelph Transit monthly passes. The $68 monthly transit passes are available from the Sustainable Transportation […]
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A new national report on the future of Canada’s automotive industry has been co-authored by the University of Guelph’s provost and vice-president (academic). The Canadian Centre for Policy Alternatives released the report today. Charlotte Yates, who is also a professor in U of G’s Department of Political Science, worked on the report with John Holmes […]
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Due to the forecast of snow, high winds and limited visibility, the University of Guelph has adopted weather-related emergency procedures and is closed today – Feb. 25 – to protect the safety of students, faculty and staff. Impact on campus operations All University buildings and facilities are closed with the exception of emergency services (Campus […]
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“Cripping the Arts,” a symposium co-organized by the University of Guelph’s Re•Vision: The Centre for Art and Social Justice held in Toronto last month, was featured in Canadian Art Magazine. The symposium, which took place Jan. 24-26, took the definition of disability beyond the medical to the social experience to include those with chronic illness, mental difference, and anyone with a body […]
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U of G’s Senate is responsible for making decisions on our academic programs, regulations and policies. The third Senate meeting of the 2018-19 session was held Feb. 4. Highlights from the meeting are below. A full synopsis of the meeting is available on the Secretariat website. President’s Remarks In his opening remarks to Senators, President […]
Do you know when and how you’re allowed to copy someone else’s work for your own research and studies? One of the exceptions to copyright is known as “fair dealing,” which plays an important role in fostering creativity, innovation and scholarship—as well as enabling access to essential educational resources. Fair Dealing Week is an annual celebration […]
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They call him Kuda. A new member of the University of Guelph’s track and field team, Kudakwashe Murasiranwa, 21, has journeyed far to be a Gryphon athlete. Saturday he will compete in his first Ontario University Athletics (OUA) track and field championships. If his prowess as a sprinter is apparent, so are his depth and strength […]
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Until the glass ceiling of sexism in cardiovascular research is broken, women will continue to suffer the consequences. By Prof. Glen Pyle, Department of Biomedical Science […]
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A major renovation of the MacKinnon Building to start this spring will result in updated performance space and a new look. The renovations aim to inspire the next generation of artists, musicians and performers who will shape the Canadian and international cultural landscape. Shovels are expected to be in the ground starting in April with […]
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Climate change could cause vast numbers of the world’s insect species to go extinct, but the common housefly could find itself thriving, says University of Guelph epidemiologist Amy Greer. In a new Scientific American podcast interview, Greer, an associate professor in the Ontario Veterinary College’s Department of Population Medicine, explained that houseflies thrive in warmer weather. They become […]
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