The University of Guelph community is mourning the death of Dr. Karen Gordon, faculty in the College of Engineering, who passed away on Jan. 8, 2026.
Karen’s obituary can be read online. For those wishing to pay their respects and celebrate Karen’s life, friends and acquaintances will be received at the U of G Arboretum, 200 Arboretum Rd., Guelph on Jan. 24 from 2 to 5 p.m.
Campus flags will be lowered to half-mast on Thursday, Jan. 15 in Karen’s honour.
Support services and initiatives are available for all faculty, staff and students, including:
- Multi-Faith Resource Team, 519-824-4120 Ext. 58909
- Student Counselling Services, 519-824-4120 Ext. 53244
- Crisis Text Line, text “UofG” to 686868
- Employee and Family Assistance Program for faculty and staff, 1-800-265-8310
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