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Have a Heart Donation Drive for Community Health Van

University Centre Ontario, Canada

Wellness@Work is collecting donations for the Guelph-Wellington Community Health Van. Please bring in an item to donate to this local charity and drop it off at our table in the

Anxiety: Skills and Strategies Workshop

University Centre Ontario, Canada

Learn practical techniques, new tips, and information on how to respond to the uncomfortable sensations of anxiety. This skills program meets weekly on Tuesday evenings for three sessions. The fee is $10 for U of G students, $30 for members of USW Local 4120, and $60 for all others. University Centre, Room 430

Better Sleep for Peri-Menopausal Women Workshop

University Centre Ontario, Canada

This two-hour workshop offers drug-free tips to help cope with mid-life sleep changes, hot flashes and the frustration of being awake through the night. The fee is $5 for U of G students, $20 for members of USW Local 4120, and $40 for all others. University Centre, Room 334

Take Your Break Day: Free Hot Beverage for Faculty and Staff

University Centre Ontario, Canada

Taking regular breaks during the work day can help you de-stress and recharge. Faculty and staff are invited to stop by the UC, Centre Six, between 9:30 and 11:30 a.m. for a free medium coffee, tea or hot chocolate from Tim Hortons. Bring along your colleagues.  This opportunity is available for all U of G employees!

Black History Month: Anti-Blackness Teach-In

University Centre Ontario, Canada

This is a three-hour workshop around racism in a setting that will try to be interactive,  fun and generally less-scary than the words “anti-oppression workshop.” Attendees should gain a better understanding of racism, systematic oppression, and how to be okay with being uncomfortable. There will be free food provided in a physically accessible space with

Stop Worrying! Workshop

University Centre Ontario, Canada

Learn to curb the worry habit and how to avoid the five pitfalls that perpetuate worrying. This two-hour workshop includes brain training exercises and a variety of other techniques to decrease worrying. The fee is $5 for U of G students, $20 for members of USW Local 4120, and $40 for all others. University Centre,

Black History Month: Blackness X Queerness Workshop

University Centre Ontario, Canada

Exploring the intersection of black, queer and social justice history, this three-hour event is created and presented by Kayla Carter. We’ll learn about the history and current happening of social justice activism in the black and queer community. This will be an engaging and interactive space with free food. University Centre, Room 442

Black History Month: Noon Hour Concert – R.I.S.E Spoken Word

University Centre Ontario, Canada

Reaching Intelligent Souls Everywhere (RISE) is a youth-led community movement, composed of artists, activists and revolutionaries. Together they create a safe and welcoming platform for self-expression and healing through the performance arts. They are well known for their weekly events in Scarborough. R.I.S.E features Faduma Mohamed, and Jayda Marley. During Black History Month, R.I.S.E Spoken

Better Sleep Program

University Centre Ontario, Canada

Learn how to decrease insomnia, fall asleep (or back to sleep) more easily, and get more energy from sleep using proven, drug-free strategies. This skills program meets on Fridays for five sessions. An online program is also available. The fee is $20 for U of G students, $50 for members of USW Local 4120, and

Black History Month: Opening Ceremony

University Centre Ontario, Canada

Every February, Canada participates in Black History Month. During Black History Month, we celebrate the many achievements and contributions of Black Canadians throughout history, who have made countless contributions to the settlement, growth and development of Canada. Black History Month on our campus consists of festivities and events that honour the legacy of Black Canadians,

Anxiety: Skills and Strategies Workshop

University Centre Ontario, Canada

Learn practical techniques, new tips and information on how to respond to the uncomfortable sensations of anxiety. This short skills program meets weekly on Thursdays for three sessions. The fee is $10 for U of G students, $30 for members of USW Local 4120, and $60 for all others. University Centre, Room 430

Relaxation and Stress Management Skills Workshop

University Centre Ontario, Canada

Learn how to decrease anxiety, relax tight muscles, settle a busy brain, cope more effectively and have more energy. This mind/body skills training program meets twice a week, on Tuesdays and Thursdays for 12 sessions (six weeks). The fee is $40 for U of G students, $120 for members of USW Local 4120 and $240

Guelph Organic Conference Trade Show

University Centre Ontario, Canada

The Guelph Organic Conference Trade Show takes over the UC Courtyard Jan. 26 and 27. Food lovers will enjoy the samples and shopping. Gardening enthusiasts will enjoy shopping amongst multiple

Dial Down University Stress and Anxiety Workshop

University Centre Ontario, Canada

Learn about the most common anxiety escalators (including a couple of surprising ones), along with practical, proven tips and strategies that you can use to decrease stress and anxiety. This

National Non-Smoking Week Drop-In Booth

University Centre Ontario, Canada

January 21 to 25 is National Non-Smoking Week. Drop by the UC Courtyard on January 21 for giveaways, resources and more.

Financial Literacy Fair

University Centre Ontario, Canada

Student Financial Services is hosting its annual Financial Literacy Fair in the UC Courtyard Nov. 28. Here's why you should attend! Learn more about managing your finances from on-campus groups

Stress Less for Tests

University Centre Ontario, Canada

Learn practical skills to decrease test anxiety and enhance energy and performance during exam periods. Part One of this program meets Nov. 27, and Part Two meets on Nov. 29,

Feminist Reading Group #2: Intro to Revolutionary Feminism

University Centre Ontario, Canada

Join us for a casual monthly feminist reading group with GRCGED facilitated by GRCGED volunteer Charlotte. Copies will be provided at the event and will be read aloud as a

Fair November Craft Show

University Centre Ontario, Canada

The 44th annual Fair November show is one of the Guelph community’s favourite annual events, bringing together some of the very best in Canadian handmade goods. For four days only, the University Centre becomes the temporary home to 85 of Canada’s most talented artisans and designers, providing the opportunity to shop for original fashion pieces,

Decreasing Headaches

University Centre Ontario, Canada

Learn drug-free strategies to decrease tension and migraine headaches, and the pain of headaches. This skills program meets weekly on Thursday evenings, 7:30 - 9 p.m., for foursessions. The fee is $20 for U of G students, $60 for members of USW Local 4120, and $120 for all others. University Centre, Room 332