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Trick or Eat 2016
Trick or Eat 2016
Trick or Eat is a youth-led national event that puts a new spin on the annual night of giving – Halloween! Thousands of Trick or Eaters across Canada, go door to door to collect food for local community organizations, and funds to support students advocating for good food for all. Trick or Eat is a
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Thursdays at Noon Concert Presents a Tribute to Ken Aldcroft’s Threads (Quintet)
Thursdays at Noon Concert Presents a Tribute to Ken Aldcroft’s Threads (Quintet)
The Threads (Quintet) will perform music that merges improvisation with composition while embracing the rich history of jazz and moving it forward. All compositions are by Ken Aldcroft. Time: noon Location: MacKinnon 107
Financial Literacy Fair
Financial Literacy Fair
Student Financial Services is hosting a Financial Literacy Fair. Representatives from the following organizations will be there: · Canada Revenue Agency, · National Student Loan Service Centre, · Credit Canada Debt Solutions, · Wellington Family Counselling & Support Services, · University of Guelph Wellness Centre, · Guelph Student Food Bank and · University of Guelph
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Real Estate and Housing Career Fair
Real Estate and Housing Career Fair
The Real Estate and Housing Career Fair is an opportunity to meet employers who are actively recruiting students for exciting co-op, part-time, full-time and contract positions in the real estate and housing industry. Download the U of G Career Fair Plus app or visit www.recruitguelph.ca for a full list of institutions attending. Location: University Centre,
SEDRD Grad Program Information Night
SEDRD Grad Program Information Night
The School of Environmental Design and Rural Development will host a Grad Program Information Night for prospective students interested in graduate studies in landscape architecture; rural planning and development; capacity development; and extension and rural studies. Light refreshments and pizza will be provided. Location: Landscape Architecture, Lobby (Pit)
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One Health Poster Day Celebrates Global One Health Day
One Health Poster Day Celebrates Global One Health Day
The Centre for Public Health and Zoonoses (CPHAZ) is hosting a One Health poster day to celebrate Global One Health Day, The posters will feature research, practicum experience, infographics, club information and initiatives related to One Health. Jeff Wichtel, OVC dean, will deliver the welcome speech at 12:30 p.m. Location: Science Complex
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Let’s Talk Science – School of Witchcraft and Wizardry
Let’s Talk Science – School of Witchcraft and Wizardry
More than 2,500 people are registered for this year's event. During this event, it will include all of the classes from Harry Potter, but wtih U of G students leading science demonstrations and activities that are related to each class. A number of on campus clubs are helping out this year running activities, including Biochem
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Fall Preview Day
Fall Preview Day
Visit our campus on Fall Preview Day and meet with faculty and students. Learn what the University has to offer by taking part in our campus tours, academic and student life displays, and information sessions on residence, co-operative education, admission and finance. Time: 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Location: Athletics Centre (W.F. Mitchell)
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Stress and Sleep Tips for Mental Health
Stress and Sleep Tips for Mental Health
Stress and sleep impact our mental health. Learn more about this connection, along with some quick tips for managing stress and sleep for enhanced mental health and wellness. This free one-hour presentation is offered by the Stress Management and High Performance Clinic as part of the University of Guelph's 1 in 5 Week. Everyone in the
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Cafe Philosophique Presents Emma Donohue
Cafe Philosophique Presents Emma Donohue
Award-winning author Emma Donohue presents her most recent book, The Wonder, and converses with Michael Winter, acting co-ordinator of the MFA in creative writing program at Guelph-Humber. General admission is $8; students and seniors are $6. Tickets are available in advance at The Bookshelf or at the door starting at 6:15 p.m. This event is
Poultry Health Research Network Seminar
Poultry Health Research Network Seminar
Prof. Nicole Nemeth, Pathobiology, presents "Why did the Wild Turkey Cross the Road? A Game Bird Perspective on Poultry Pathogens." Location: OVC Lifetime Learning Centre, Room 1714
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Landscape Architecture Guest Lecture by Charles Birnbaum
Landscape Architecture Guest Lecture by Charles Birnbaum
The landscape architecture programs in the School of Environmental Design and Rural Development present a guest lecture by Charles Birnbaum, president and CEO of The Cultural Landscape Foundation. His talk is titled "Make Visible, Instill Value and Engage the Public in our Shared Landscape Heritage." All are welcome to attend. Admission is free. Time: 7
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Recruit Guelph Career Fair
Recruit Guelph Career Fair
Meet employers hiring for full-time, part-time, co-op and contract employment opportunities. Network and chat about career options, industry trends and salary expectations. Students from all years and programs are welcome to attend. Download the U of G Career Fair Plus app or visit www.recruitguelph.ca for a full list of employers attending. Location: University Centre
Thursday at Noon Concert Series Presents Robert Gruca
Thursday at Noon Concert Series Presents Robert Gruca
Classical guitarist Robert Gruca performs guitar music through the ages, including works by Dowland, Loeillet, Brouwer and Morel. Free admission. Everyone is welcome. Location: MacKinnon Building, Room 107
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Remembrance Day
Remembrance Day
Join the University of Guelph community for the annual Remembrance Day service. Everyone is welcome to attend. Doors open at 10:15 a.m. Time: 10:30 a.m. Location: War Memorial Hall The University of Guelph flags will be at half-mast in memory of those who have served.
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Close-up and Macro Photography Workshop
Close-up and Macro Photography Workshop
Learn how to shoot within inches of a subject, use a flash and natural light, try different focusing techniques and more. Explore the woods and meadows of the Arboretum, which are filled with endless possibilities for macro photography. Register by Nov. 3 for the $55 early bird fee. For more details and to register, visit
ART/CRAFT 2016
ART/CRAFT 2016
Tickets are on sale for ART/CRAFT, the Art Gallery of Guelph's signature fundraising event. The auction party (from 7 to 8 p.m.) will feature live music, and local food and wine courtesy of the chefs and sommeliers of the University of Guelph. A student auction party ticket is $50 for admission to the auction party
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Science and Engineering Sunday
Science and Engineering Sunday
Find out what science and engineering is all about at the University of Guelph. Visit our campus and meet with staff, faculty and students from different areas of science and engineering. The day includes a resource fair, open labs and facilities, campus tours and self guided residence tours.
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Shakespeare Made in Canada: Macbeth, Scotland and the Guelph Connection
Shakespeare Made in Canada: Macbeth, Scotland and the Guelph Connection
Prof. Daniel Fischlin, School of English and Theatre Studies, presents "Shakespeare Made in Canada: Macbeth, Scotland and the Guelph Connection." A worldwide celebration of 400 years of Shakespeare is underway this year. Guelph residents don't need to look any further than their own backyard for surprising connections to Shakespeare, as the new edition of Macbeth
Derry Dialogues Present “Why go to Mars?”
Derry Dialogues Present “Why go to Mars?”
Derry Dialogues This panel discussion will feature Dr. Robert Thirsk and other experts. Thirsk holds a master's degree in mechanical engineering, a doctorate of medicine and a master of business administration. He is also Chancellor of the University of Calgary and was an astronaut with the Canadian Space Agency from 1984 to 2012. Location: Richards
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2016 Harshman Lecture
2016 Harshman Lecture
Guest lecturer Bill Eddy, president of the High Conflict Institute, will discuss "Tips for Family Communication," including how to deal with conflict. This event is free and open to the public. A reception will follow. The Harshman Lecture is presented by the Department of Family Relations and Applied Nutrition. Please RSVP to frandept@uoguelph.ca or call
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2016 Schofield Memorial Lecture
2016 Schofield Memorial Lecture
Dr. Jonna Mazet, UC Davis School of Veterinary Medicine, will present the 2016 Schofield Memorial Lecture, "One Health Success: Moving Toward a World Free of Pandemics." Mazet, DVM, MPVM, PhD, is a professor of epidemiology and disease ecology, and executive director of the One Health Institute in the UC Davis School of Veterinary Medicine, where
Book Publishing Today: Challenges and Opportunities
Book Publishing Today: Challenges and Opportunities
University of Guelph alumna Iris Tupholme, senior vice-president and executive publisher of Harper Collins Publishers Ltd., will discuss the challenges and opportunities in the publishing industry. She will be introduced by Lawrence Hill, U of G creative writing professor and critically-acclaimed author. Time: 2:30 p.m. Location: McLaughlin Library, Room 246a
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Hothouse Play Looks at Freedom and Incarceration
Hothouse Play Looks at Freedom and Incarceration
A new play exploring freedom and incarceration and staged by University of Guelph students runs on campus until Nov. 19. Hothouse was written and directed by Prof. Judith Thompson, School of English and Theatre Studies. Tickets are $10 and are available in the theatre office in Massey Hall from 1 to 4:30 p.m., or at
Fair November
Fair November
Fair November brings dozens of artisans to the University of Guelph. Feast your senses on handmade jewelry, arts, crafts, food, clothing and more. Location: University Centre Time: Nov. 17 and 18 from 10 a.m. to 9 p.m. Nov. 19 from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. Nov. 20 from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m.
Thursday at Noon Concert Series Presents Enrique Graf
Thursday at Noon Concert Series Presents Enrique Graf
Internationally-acclaimed pianist Enrique Graf performs classical concert piano works, including a piece by a Uruguayan composer. Free admission. Everyone is welcome. Location: MacKinnon Building, Room 107
Thursday at Noon Concert Presents Pianist Enrique Graf
Thursday at Noon Concert Presents Pianist Enrique Graf
Internationally acclaimed Uruguayan pianist Enrique Graf will perform classical works by Claude Debussy and Uruguayan composers. Time: noon Location: MacKinnon, Room 107
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Student Print Show and Sale
Student Print Show and Sale
Students in the School of Fine Art and Music will be showing and selling their original lithographs, etchings, and relief and screen prints. Time: Nov. 18 and 19 from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. and Nov. 20 from noon to 5 p.m. Location: Zavitz Hall, Room 207
Panel Discussion: “Trump’s Unlikely Victory: Why? How? What’s Next?”
Panel Discussion: “Trump’s Unlikely Victory: Why? How? What’s Next?”
The Department of Political Science Speaker Series presents a panel discussion on "Trump's Unlikely Victory: Why? How? What's Next?" The talk will be moderated by Prof. Byron Sheldrick, Political Science. Participants will include: Prof. David MacDonald, Political Science, University of Guelph Prof. Clifford Orwin, Political Science, University of Toronto Judith Timson, Toronto Star Location: MacKinnon
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Ian Millar Discusses Opportunities in Horse Industry
Ian Millar Discusses Opportunities in Horse Industry
Students and equine enthusiasts are invited to a presentation by Ian Millar, 10-time Canadian National Champion and Olympian, hosted by Purina. He will give a 50-minute talk on "The Engagement of Professionals in the Horse Industry Sector: Role, Requirements and Opportunities." Tickets are $5 for students and $10 for general admission. Time: 7 p.m. Location:
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Thursday at Noon Concert Series Presents Student Soloist Day
Thursday at Noon Concert Series Presents Student Soloist Day
The School of Fine Art and Music's applied music students will perform a concert. Admission is free. Everyone is welcome. Location: MacKinnon Building, Room 107
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Why Research Matters: All Eyes North
Why Research Matters: All Eyes North
During his election campaign, Prime Minister Justin Trudeau promised to make life better in the North. This past summer, during the last Tragically Hip concert, lead singer Gord Downie called on Trudeau to keep that promise. We'd like to show you how research at the University of Guelph is contributing. The panel will be moderated
Blood Donor Clinic
Blood Donor Clinic
Roll up your sleeves and give blood at the next blood donor clinic at U of G. Walk-ins are welcome. For more information about donor eligibility, visit blood.ca. Location: University Centre, Peter Clark Hall (basement)
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University of Guelph Concert Winds Recital
University of Guelph Concert Winds Recital
The University of Guelph Concert Winds Ensemble with conductor John Goddard will perform their annual fall recital in the University Centre courtyard. The concert is free and open to everyone. Parking is available in P33 after 5 p.m. Time: 7 p.m. Location: University Centre courtyard, main floor
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Mechanical Engineering Trade Show
Mechanical Engineering Trade Show
Mechanical engineering students in the Machine Design course (ENGG3280) will showcase their creative designs and manufacturing skills at the Mechanical Engineering Trade Show. Everyone is welcome. Location: Thornbrough Building, atrium
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Philosophy Speaker Series
Philosophy Speaker Series
Alex King, assistant professor of philosophy at SUNY Buffalo, presents "Aesthetic Reasons for Action." Everyone is welcome. Location: MacKinnon Building, Room 310