What’s new! Starting September 1, 2024, the following changes will take effect: Daily Permits: Fall Permits – Fall Semester permits will be available for purchase starting July 24. New Permit Options: Changes to EV parking restrictions: 4 hour Daily Max limit is being removed from EV chargers in P15, P48, P49, P30 and P59. 4 […]
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Even adults have something to learn from Inside Out 2, the new Pixar film about emotional development, says a University of Guelph psychologist. Dr. Kristel Thomassin, professor in the Department of Psychology in the College of Social and Applied Human Sciences, studies the way families support children’s emotional development. She says the box office hit gives viewers […]
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The University of Guelph has been named one of Canada’s Best Employers for Diversity for the third straight year by Forbes magazine. U of G holds the seventh spot among universities ranked on the list of Canada’s Best Employers for Diversity 2024, placing the University in the top 25 per cent of its industry. Overall, […]
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The Canadian Press spoke with Dr. Andrew Binns, professor in the Department of Engineering, about using absorbent surfaces to lessen flood risks. […]
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Speaking to CBC News, Dr. Mike von Massow, of the Department of Food, Agriculture and Resource Economics, says a code of conduct will be good for grocery store supply chain management. […]
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Dr. Timothy Dewhirst, of the Gordon S. Lang School of Business and Economics, speaks to CBC News about the regulations surrounding vape store signage and promotion. […]
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Dr. Keith Warriner, professor in the Department of Food Science, spoke to CBC News and The New York Times about recent Listeria outbreaks. […]
Food Day Canada, a day celebrating Canadian-grown food, honours the work of farmers, fishers, chefs, researchers and home cooks across the food system. Each year Food Day Canada takes place on the Saturday of the August long weekend, this year landing on August 3. Founded 21 years ago by the late Anita Stewart, former University […]
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Please be advised that parking lots and driveways across the main U of G campus will be receiving asphalt repairs from July 19 to August 6. Sections receiving new paving will be blocked off early in the morning and will not be accessible for the day. Please avoid parking in the areas noted during the […]
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U of G is aware of the global IT outage affecting businesses around the world this morning. Presently, U of G is not affected. Campus, classes and services continue as normal. We are monitoring the situation closely and will provide updates that affect our campus community as they occur. For latest updates and information, please […]
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As we near the end of the first week, I wanted to provide an update on the Gryphons At Work launch. Training As a reminder – all university employees (staff and faculty) need to complete training before July 29. The series of videos and how to instruction guides on the Gryphons At Work Knowledge Site […]
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PhD candidates studying in the fields of integrative biology and human and animal health are the recipients of Vanier Canada Graduate Scholarships, one of the most prestigious doctoral awards in Canada. Five researchers will receive 2024 Vanier scholarships, which provide each researcher $50,000 annually for up to three years, a record number of Vanier honours […]
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The Student Experience Awards recognize the outstanding achievements and contributions of campus leaders who have made a lasting impact on students’ lives and the U of G community. Each year, the University community is invited to submit nominations for staff, faculty, and students who exemplify commitment and dedication to U of G and the broader community. Meet […]
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The City of Guelph and the University of Guelph are pleased to announce the renewal of their joint initiative, the Guelph Lab, for another three years. Launched in 2014, the Guelph Lab has been an important catalyst for research, collaboration and experimentation. It brings together the University, City and community partners to create innovative solutions […]
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Two rows of canoeists will soon dip their paddles into the Grand River, as they travel the waters from Cambridge to Lake Erie. This 10-day trip, on its ninth anniversary, is infused with more than 400 years of history, honouring a living peace treaty between the Haudenosaunee and the Dutch settlers. Paddling along one row […]
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Dear U of G students, faculty and staff, I’m writing today to confirm the encampment has voluntarily disbanded and vacated U of G property. We are pleased there has been a peaceful end to the encampment and welcome the restoration of Branion Plaza as a space that can be used by our entire community. The University […]
We are aware of comments posted to social media over the weekend by a University of Guelph professor. We are taking this seriously and are currently looking into the matter. The recent assassination attempt on former U.S. President Donald Trump is horrific and deeply concerning. The University of Guelph does not condone violence of any […]
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Dr. Myrna Dawson, founder of the Canadian Femicide Observatory for Justice and Accountability, spoke to the Toronto Star about how failing to name femicide victims is “muting them, not allowing their deaths to tell their story.” […]
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Engineering a robot to harvest tomatoes, making microplastic-free green composites and using responsible artificial intelligence are among more than 40 University of Guelph agri-food research projects receiving more than $7 million in new funding from the Government of Ontario. This funding will support U of G research that delivers solutions for Ontario’s farmers, agribusinesses and […]
It is a pleasure to announce that our new Human Resources Management System (HRMS) called Gryphons At Work is now live! What does this mean? As of July 15th, you and all university employees (staff and faculty) can use your U of G multi-authenticated sign on credential to log into Gryphons At Work. For the […]