Standing on the Shoulders of Giants
Honouring Legacy, Claiming Belonging, and Embracing Hope Join Dr. Bonny Ibhawoh, Vice-Provost for International Affairs at McMaster University for an inspiring talk on legacy, hope and belonging. With a distinguished career and leadership in human rights across Africa, Europe, the United States, and Canada, Dr. Ibhawoh brings a wealth of knowledge and a unique global
Trick or Trivia
Our Annual Halloween Event is back with a twist! Join us for Costume Contest and Trivia over Lunch. Tickets are $15 with proceeds going to the United Way Campaign. Doors open at 11:30 a.m., Event starts at noon. Prizes for Group Costume and Individual Costume, Prizes for Trivia Winners Get your tickets.
Research Connections
Research Connections is an interdisciplinary social and professional networking event bringing together undergraduate students, graduate students, student representatives, faculty, and staff from across the research campus community. It is an initiative of the Experiential Learning Hub, partially funded by the Student Life Enhancement Fund (SLEF). Schedule: 5 - 5:30 p.m. - Registration and entry into
Ugly Festive Sweater – Trivia and Lunch
Don your ugliest festive sweater and put your trivia skills to the test in support of United Way! Get a few friends together to form a trivia team and compete
U of G Blood Donation Event
Blood donors needed at the University of Guelph on Thursday, November 9th, 10am-4pm, in the UC, PCH. Distribution of blood to hospitals is outpacing the number of blood donations being made - especially here in Ontario. Appointments only. Book your appointment time by visiting www.blood.ca or the GiveBlood app.
OSSTF/TARA Fundraiser for the Student Foodbank
As we all know, students are struggling in our current economy with rising food and rent costs. The student food bank has such great need that they have a waitlist and are unable to provide assistance to all those in need. OSSTF/TARA (one of the unions on campus) wants to show our support and so
Tremaine Visiting Speaker’s Series with Dr. Jennifer Heemstra: A chemical biology toolbox for probing A-to-I RNA editing
Research Seminar: “A chemical biology toolbox for probing A-to-I RNA editing.” RNA undergoes extensive modification through enzymatic post-transcriptional editing events. Adenosine-to-inosine (A-to-I) editing is one of the most widespread and impactful of these modifications and is catalyzed by adenosine deaminases acting on RNA (ADARs). Resulting inosines base pair with cytosine, essentially re-coding adenosine sites to
BAS Program 20th Anniversary Celebration
University Centre - Peter Clark HallOn Wednesday March 22nd the College of Arts Community is invited to join in two events to celebrate the the BAS program and its students. Event #1: ASCI 4010 Research Poster Presentation Location: UC Courtyard from 12:30 to 3:00pm Event #2: Public Lecture "AI Futures, embodied computing, and Creativity" by Professor Isabel Pedersen, Director of
Honouring International Women’s Day Conference 2023: Research, Recognize & Reimagine!
Join us on Wednesday, March 8 by registering for our free, hybrid conference, “Honouring International Women’s Day 2023: Research, Recognize & Reimagine!” With a particular focus on interdisciplinary research related
Unwind with Yoga and Tea
Learn the art of balance and relaxation by joining the U of G Yoga and Meditation Collective for a mindful afternoon of yoga followed by free tea and snacks. No experience is required and everyone is welcome. If possible, please do not eat at least 2 hours before the event. Register for the event and
Trick or Trivia for United Way
Join the U of G community for a costume contest, trivia and lunch! Tickets are $15 with proceeds going to the University's 2022 United Way campaign. Doors open at 11:30
Food and Agriculture Job Fair
Meet in person with employers from the food, agri-business and agricultural industries at the annual OAC Food and Agriculture Job Fair! This event is for U of G students and alumni only. Land your first post-grad, summer 2023 job, or secure your next co-op work term. Learn about the agri-industry industry, trends, and career options.
Vote on Campus in Advance Poll for the Provincial Election
University Centre - Peter Clark HallThe Ontario provincial election has officially begun. Election day is June 2. Elections Ontario will host an advance polling station in Peter Clark Hall (University Centre Level 0) from May
Holocaust Education Week – Shabbat Dinner
To conclude Holocaust Education Week, we invite everyone to join us for a traditional Friday night meal. This will be our first in person dinner since the start of the COVID-19 pandemic, and we can’t think of a more meaningful way to come together than by hosting the greater Gryphon body in celebration of coming
– POSTPONED – University Budget Town Hall
- This event has been postponed - Faculty, staff and students are invited to attend the 2020 University Budget Town Hall. Provost and vice-president (academic) Charlotte Yates will host a public forum on the 2020-2021 Budget. This is an opportunity for the University community to ask questions regarding the current fiscal outlook.
HeForShe at U of G
Join us for the third annual HeForShe at U of G event and celebrate the strength and resilience of our community. The evening will include presentations of scholarship and award winners. Doors open at 6:30 p.m. Event begins at 7 p.m. Join the Gryphon Football Team as they stand in solidarity with females to support
Faculty: IT Strategy Workshop – Help Us Help You!
Are you a faculty member or researcher at U of G? Do you have ideas to improve teaching, learning orresearch through IT? The IT strategy team wants to hear from you! Sessions are Feb. 5 and 13. Contact ITstrategy@uoguelph.ca for more information.
Students: Free Pizza for Sharing Your IT Woes!
The U of G IT Strategy Team wants to hear from students about their experience with IT on campus. Are you frustrated with certain systems? Is it hard to find the information you need? Have ideas about how to make things better? We are holding two workshops - each one hour - on Jan. 20
U of G, Let’s Talk: A Conversation on Workplace Wellness
Faculty and staff are invited to “U of G, Let’s Talk” a presentation and panel discussion about the University’s progress in creating a healthy workplace. Learn what we have accomplished together so far and what we plan to achieve next to enhance the psychological health and safety of all employees. In a panel discussion led
Holocaust Education Week: Open Shabbat Dinner
In recognition of Holocaust Education Week, Guelph Hillel will hold an open Shabbat dinner Friday evening in Peter Clark Hall. All are welcome for this free meal. Registration is required.