Join us in sparking the dreams of tomorrow’s leaders. On Giving Tuesday, Dec. 3, we invite donors, alumni, and friends to come together to celebrate the global impact of giving. Add to calendar! What is Giving Tuesday? Giving Tuesday is more than a day. It’s a movement that inspires millions to make a difference. At […]
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Re-thinking how food is grown in Canada by embracing new technologies — and even new kinds of foods — is critical to ensuring the resiliency of our food system, says a global food sustainability expert at the University of Guelph. Dr. Evan Fraser, the director of the Arrell Food Institute and a professor in the […]
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Dr. Ali Dehghantanha, Canada Research Chair in Cybersecurity and Threat and professor in the School of Computer Science, shared tips to avoid online scams with the Toronto Star. […]
The Toronto Star spoke to Dr. Kate Puddister, professor in the Department of Political Science, about alleged sexual assaults by police officers. […]
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Join us as we honour Dr. Charlotte Yates, 9th President and Vice-Chancellor, at a reception to celebrate her leadership and dedication to improving life at the University of Guelph.Under her guidance, we have achieved remarkable milestones and fostered a community of inclusivity and academic excellence. Thursday, December 5 3 p.m. to 6 p.m. – Open […]
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Join us in recognizing Antimicrobial Resistance (AMR) Awareness Week from Monday, Nov. 18 to Friday, Nov. 22. World Antimicrobial Resistance (AMR) Awareness Week is a global World Health Organization campaign aimed at raising awareness about the growing threat of antimicrobial resistance and promoting the responsible use of antibiotics. The University of Guelph is at the […]
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As U of G comes together to support the annual United Way campaign, every donation, no matter the size, is a profound act of community building and compassion. By contributing, you help United Way empower essential programs and services and respond to emerging needs in the community as they arise. For example, when the Sanguen […]
Dr. Keith Warriner, professor in the Department of Food Science, spoke to CBC Marketplace about the effectiveness and dangers of food sanitizers. […]
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As we approach the end of the semester and the beginning of the exam period, know that your entire U of G community is here to support your success and help you thrive. Read on to learn how you can connect with your peers, learn effective study strategies, and take care of your mental and […]
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Dr. Mike von Massow, food economist in the Department of Food, Agriculture and Resource Economics, discussed recent butter thefts in Guelph with the Toronto Star and CTV News, and cheese thefts with CBC News and CTV’s Your Morning. He also appeared on CBC’s The Current to discuss the factors leading to increased food costs and discussed […]
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“Sometimes the right thing to do is throw out the old schools of thought in the name of progress and reform.” Taylor Swift never went to university but that doesn’t mean she hasn’t found a place in academia. So it goes that in 2022 when she spoke to the graduating class of New York University […]
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U of G is proud to announce U of G Insider – the new U of G SharePoint intranet. U of G Insider is a digital space where you can connect with your U of G community, easily find resources and information you need as an employee and discover relevant news and updates. Developed in consultation with […]
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Coffee with the President for Faculty and Staff Thursday, November 28 Drop in between 10 a.m. and 11:30 a.m. Brass Taps, University Centre RSVP to attend. Dear faculty and staff, This is my first opportunity to reach out to all of you in my role as interim president and vice-chancellor. I am honoured to take […]
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In a commentary for the Toronto Star, Dr. Timothy Dewhirst, professor in the Department of Marketing and Consumer Studies at the Gordon S. Lang School of Business and Economics, discussed the impact of Rogers Communications owning the bulk of large-scale music venues in Toronto – including a new one forthcoming. […]
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If you’re planning University related travel, check out our internal travel portal, Gryphons GO&PAY! While other booking options also remain, those who choose to use Gryphon’s GO&PAY (formerly Concur) will experience a seamless end-to-end travel experience which includes enhanced efficiencies, and savings. Bookings can be completed using a personal credit card, or if preferred, users […]
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Dr. Rebecca Hallett has been appointed as the new interim associate vice-president research (agri-food partnership) at the University of Guelph. In this role, Hallett will lead the Ontario Agri-Food Innovation Alliance, a collaboration between the Government of Ontario and the University of Guelph, providing strategic management and support to the largest single research agreement at […]
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Dr. Myrna Dawson, founder of the Canadian Femicide Observatory for Justice and Accountability, spoke to The Globe and Mail about the impact of authorities failing to inform the public about intimate partner violence and femicide. […]
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On the Croatian coast, a marlin fish locks eyes with Viktor De Mey during a dive, its spear-like snout narrowly missing him as it swims past. De Mey shoots out of the water, realizing with fresh clarity that he wants to study marine and freshwater biology at the University of Guelph. That choice will bring […]
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This late in November, magic is still in the air. With the Marvel hit Agatha All Along and the upcoming movie musical Wicked, witches are defying gravity in pop culture. That doesn’t surprise Dr. Cathryn Spence, a history professor at the University of Guelph who studies the socioeconomic history of women from the 14th to […]
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In January 2023, former president Charlotte Yates established the President’s Task Force on Student Mental Health to engage the community and co-produce recommendations on how we can advance our efforts to support our students’ mental health. In April 2024, the Task Force published a report that outlined a holistic approach to creating a campus climate […]