The University of Guelph has adopted weather-related emergency procedures and is closed Wednesday, February 6 to protect the safety of students, faculty and staff. UPDATE: Impact on Deferred Exams Due to the University closure, all deferred exams scheduled for 6 to 8 p.m. on Feb. 6, will be rescheduled to 6 to 8 p.m. on […]
When a winter storm hits, trust these sources to find out whether the University is open: U of G Alert – sign up to receive email, phone or text message alerts from our Critical Incident Notification System www.uoguelph.ca local radio Twitter: @uofg Facebook: /uofguelph A message will be posted if the University closes. If the University decides […]
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Prof. Emma Allen-Vercoe, Molecular and Cellular Biology, is featured in a Smithsonian Magazine article about the possible link between the human microbiome and clinical depression. While Allen-Vercoe said more studies are required before scientists can perform a treatment trial, she believes certain gut microbes may be candidates as psychobiotics or probiotics that target mental health. […]
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Elena Merenda and Nikki Martyn, University of Guelph-Humber […]
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Leading-edge cancer research and treatment under way at the University of Guelph and the Ontario Veterinary College (OVC) was highlighted in Saturday’s episode of CTV‘s W5. The segment is also available on YouTube. Program host Kevin Newman introduced the segment Medicine Unleashed by saying veterinarians increasingly play a key role in the search for a cancer cure. An […]
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Healthier consumers, animals and ecosystems are the focus of three University of Guelph genomics research projects that received federal funding worth $1.5 million today. The investment was announced today on campus by Kirsty Duncan, federal minister of science. In total, Duncan announced funding for 37 Genome Canada projects. “Since taking office, our government has worked […]
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By Prof. Tim Dewhirst […]
This article originally appeared in The Conversation and was republished by the National Post. By Sabrina Rondeau , PhD researcher in the School of Environmental Sciences. Finding new and environmentally friendly ways to control pests is both challenging and exciting. This is even more true when it involves developing a tool to address one of […]
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Guelph’s Winter Pride runs Feb. 2 to 10. The nine-day celebration is a collaboration between LGBTQQIP2SAA community organizations as well as U of G organizations and clubs. Winter Pride aims to create space where Guelph’s many communities can come together and celebrate creativity, resiliency and the many kinds of love. The week is packed full […]
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– A tribute service is planned for Bill Winegard at 11 a.m. on April 6 in War Memorial Hall. – One of the University of Guelph’s founding presidents, the Hon. William “Bill” Winegard, died Thursday night at the age of 94. “Bill Winegard played a pivotal role in helping U of G become the institution […]
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News of a population increase of monarch butterflies wintering in central Mexico is making headlines. Reports of a significant increase in the number of monarchs in the iconic insect’s Mexican wintering grounds are considered welcome news. Recent extreme weather and other factors have sharply reduced the species’ numbers in those wintering grounds. However, Prof. Ryan […]
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Across campus and across the city, diverse groups are coming together to celebrate Black History Month. This February, Black History Month focuses on “Celebrating the Strength and Power of Black Women and Girls.” A variety of events encourage our community to celebrate black history and culture in Canada, especially the stories and contributions of black women and […]
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The University of Guelph received more than $2.5 million from the federal government today for humanities and social sciences research. The announcement was made in Kingston, Ont., by Kirsty Duncan, minister of science. The funding comes from programs administered by the Social Sciences and Humanities Research Council (SSHRC). In total, SSHRC will invest more than […]
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Prof. Gary Ellis commented for a CTV News story following Bruce McArthur’s guilty plea Tuesday to eight counts of first-degree murder in a series of killings of men in Toronto. Ellis told CTV that the evidence against McArthur was so overwhelming that a trial would have only served to torment the victims’ loved ones. He added […]
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Prof. Charlotte Yates will complete her first term as provost and vice-president (academic) on July 31, 2020, and has expressed interest in reappointment for a second term. In keeping with the University Appointments Policy, a review of Provost Yates’ first term is being conducted under the direction of a Review Committee, which includes the following […]
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On Jan. 30, Canadians will come together to get people talking and help break down the stigma around mental health through Bell Let’s Talk Day. With support from Bell Canada, applicable texts, calls and social media interactions will help raise funds for mental health initiatives. Gryphons are getting involved on campus, too. Support wall – […]
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On average, one woman or girl is killed in Canada every 2 ½ days, according to a first-ever University of Guelph-led report on national femicide rates. In its first annual report, the Canadian Femicide Observatory for Justice and Accountability (CFOJA) reveals 148 women and girls were killed by violence in Canada in 2018. Tracking cases of femicide […]
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Two U of G profs will address the House of Commons Standing Committee on Agriculture and Agri-Food Feb. 5 about strengthening support for Indigenous peoples in agriculture and agri-food. Prof. Sheri Longboat, School of Environmental Design and Rural Development, and Prof. Hannah Tait Neufeld, Department of Family Relations and Applied Nutrition, will address the committee. […]
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The Honey Bee Research Centre (HBRC) and Guelph Centre for Urban Organic Farming (GCUOF) are pleased to announce a site integration that will co-locate both centres. The HBRC, currently located in Townsend House on Stone Road E., will be relocated to the site adjacent to the GCUOF on College Avenue East. The two separate centres will occupy the one-hectare […]
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