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Update on University, CUPE 3913 Negotiations

The red brick Massey hall on a snowy day.

The University of Guelph and CUPE 3913 – the union representing teaching assistants, graduate service assistants and sessional lecturers – continue to work toward reaching a new collective agreement. CUPE 3913 has recently voted in favour of a strike mandate, which means its members support the work of the bargaining team and agree that a […]

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Irene Thompson, Interim Vice-Provost (Student Affairs) to Retire March 2024

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After being an integral member of the University community for many years, Interim Vice-Provost (Student Affairs) Irene Thompson is retiring from U of G as of May 11, 2024, with her last day of work as Friday, March 28.   Irene’s journey at U of G began in 1983 when she started working in Residence […]

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Coming Together to Celebrate International Women’s Day at U of G

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International Women’s Day on March 8 is a time to celebrate women’s contributions, tell their stories, and support their success.  On March 8 and beyond, many units and departments across campus are holding Women’s Day events that touch on the fight for women’s equality, inspiring inclusion for all women, supporting women’s wellness, and more. Read […]

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Grief Over Lost Pets Should Be Shared, Says U of G Vet Social Worker

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There are a few worse experiences for a pet owner than having to say a final goodbye. A recent episode of The Daily Show is making that clear, as host Jon Stewart shared news of the passing of his dog Dipper in an emotional segment.  At University of Guelph’s Ontario Veterinary College (OVC), Sarah Bernardi offers a unique service […]

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Promoting Healthy, Sustainable Food for Nutrition Month

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Nutrition Month in March is an opportunity to learn about making informed food choices and developing healthful eating and physical activity habits. Dietitians of Canada also calls us to recognize and celebrate the diverse roles dietitians play in influencing the well-being of Canadians with their theme We Are Dietitians.   Additionally, this year’s theme from the […]

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University Flags at Half-Mast To Honour the Passing of Former Prime Minister the Right and Honourable Brian Mulroney, P.C., C.C., G.O.Q.

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Flags on the University of Guelph’s campuses are being flown at half-mast to mark the death of the Right and Honourable Martin Brian Mulroney, P.C., C.C., G.O.Q, 18th Prime Minister of Canada. The state funeral ceremony will be held on March 23, 2024, in Montréal, Quebec, and will be preceded by a lying-in-state in Ottawa, […]

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100 Years of Bringing Together the U of G Community at College Royal

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Join U of G in celebrating a century of hosting College Royal, the largest university open house of its kind in North America.  Entirely student-run and organized, 2024 College Royal events start on March 6 and culminate in the free and family-friendly Open House Weekend on March 16 and 17.   100 Years of College Royal […]

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Ten U of G Faculty named Research Leadership Chairs

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Congratulations to the 10 U of G faculty members who have been named University of Guelph Research Leadership Chairs (RLCs): Dr. Cezar Khursigara, Department of Molecular and Cellular Biology (CBS) Dr. Andrew MacDougall, Department of Integrative Biology (CBS) Dr. Animesh Dutta, School of Engineering (CEPS) Dr. Beth Parker, School of Engineering (CEPS) Dr. Jess Haines, […]

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U of G Names New Research Leadership Chairs 

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Ten University of Guelph faculty members studying everything from bio-renewable fuels to healthy workplaces to companion animal nutrition have been named University of Guelph Research Leadership Chairs (RLCs).   Launched in 2017, the RLC program recognizes mid- to late-career researchers who have received national and international recognition for significant contributions to their fields of study, while […]

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She’s Got Game Reaches $2.5 Million Milestone to Support Women in Sport

$2,520,613.00 raised for women student athletes. She's got game logo.

The Department of Athletics is proud to announce that the She’s Got Game initiative has reached its ambitious $2.5 million fundraising goal set in 2018.   At the annual She’s Got Game Gala on Saturday, Feb. 24, the Department of Athletics shared that a total of $2,520,613 has been raised to advance gender equity and women […]

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U of G Celebrates Reaching $ 2.5M Milestone in ‘She’s Got Game’ Initiative  

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She’s Got Game, an initiative at the University of Guelph to advance gender equity and women in sport, has hit an important milestone, reaching its entire $2.5-million fundraising goal.   Launched in 2018, She’s Got Game was created to ensure equal access for women to athletic scholarships, development opportunities and recognition. It was the first and […]

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New $ 1M Gift to Assist Grad Students With International Travel 

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The University of Guelph has received a $1-million donation from an anonymous donor to establish a new conference travel fund for graduate students.   The Braithwaite Conference Travel Grant will empower thesis-based masters and doctoral students to share their research and connect with other researchers in their field.  The fund honours Bill Braithwaite, a beloved business […]

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GREAT at U of G Presents: Employee Appreciation Day Celebrations

GREAT at U of G presents: Employee Appreciation Day Celebrations. When? Friday March 1 at 12:15 p.m. Where? University Centre Courtyard.

Employee Appreciation Day is on Friday, March 1 and GREAT at U of G is delighted to invite you to join the festivities. As faculty and staff, we thank you for the invaluable strengths, unique capabilities, and passions that you bring to our community. You make U of G a remarkable place and that’s something […]

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Advanced Bean Production, Capacity the Goal of New Funding to U of G

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Dry beans, such as pinto, navy and kidney beans are big business in Canada and around the world. Growing these beans more efficiently and sustainably is the goal of a new gift from the Ontario Bean Growers (OBG) to the University of Guelph’s Ontario Agricultural College (OAC).  Including these gifts from OBG and an anonymous […]

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Help U of G Win the Giving Games

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The second annual Giving Games are underway! Canadian Blood Services’ Giving Games is a competition between Ontario high schools and post-secondary institutions to see which school can “give” the most between January 8 to March 24.  Last year U of G took first place – help the University retain its crown again by participating in […]

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Record-Setting U of G Scholarships to Address Labour Shortages in Agri-Food Sector

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Addressing the gap of highly skilled talent in the agri-food sector and promoting the University of Guelph as a destination of choice for students from around the world are the focus of several new scholarships.   Thanks to a $2-million gift from U of G alumnus Andy Wilder (BSc Agr. ‘84), three new scholarships have been […]

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U of G Establishes Admission Pathway With International School for Agriculture Program

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As a world leader in agriculture research and education, the University of Guelph is committed to advancing agriculture science both nationally and globally. As part of this, U of G is establishing a new admission pathway for agriculture science students at Lovely Professional University (LPU) in Punjab, India. This pathway will allow students who begin […]

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U of G Highlights Impact on Agri-Food for Agriculture Day

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As a university that is internationally known for our expertise in agricultural research and innovation, U of G has a lot to celebrate on Feb. 13 Canada Agriculture Day!   Also known as Ag Day, this day is meant to engage in food and agriculture conversations, celebrate the essential contributions of agriculture and agricultural workers to […]

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U of G Students Demonstrate Plant-Growth Chamber for Canadian Space Agency 

Edible greens grow inside of the GOOSE hydroponic system.

A team of visionary U of G student scientists come one step closer to winning the Deep Space Food Challenge, put on by the Canadian Space Agency’s (CSA) in partnership with Impact Canada.  On Wednesday Feb. 7, the panel of judges from the CSA and the Canadian Food Inspection Agency visited U of G to […]

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