The best in Engineering Design projects will be on display this coming Thursday April 4, 2024. Please join us as students from 2nd, 3rd and 4th year design courses display their projects and compete for cash prizes. The action begins in the Adams Atrium at 9 a.m. with 2nd year design - as students present

This course will guide you through the process of creating an exciting garden design for yourself. Watch instructor Robert Pavlis go through the process with a sample garden, step by step, and then repeat the process with your garden. Robert is a big believer in learning the "WHY" and not just the "HOW." He'll not

Join this short mindful moment or the entire series to kick start your Monday morning and your week. This mindfulness exercise will be a guided activity focused on guided breathing. Join to sit back, relax and follow along to the guided script to start your day in a positive way. All levels of experience are

The Wellness@Work Grant Program encourages faculty and staff across all campuses and research stations at the University of Guelph to help promote wellness in their workplace through the implementation of a tailored health‐promoting program, approach or idea in their workplace. Registration for this information session is for University of Guelph employees only within the Guelph

Workplaces are playing a greater role in promoting positive mental health among employees. The Working Mind (TWM) is an evidence-based training developed by the Mental Health Commission of Canada designed to provide practical knowledge and skills to address mental health in the workplace. Participants will learn how to: Recognize the impact of stigma and discuss

Ever wonder how DNA is determined and used to identify species? Meeting at the entrance to the Centre for the Biodiversity Genomics, building 135, starting at 12 pm, this 60-minute tour will include a review of DNA barcoding processes and a visit to the Centre’s insect collection. Limited to 10 participants.

From a very young age we adopt common physical hygiene habits such as brushing our teeth, washing our hands and taking regular showers. What about hygiene habits that focus on our mental health? This 1 hour, interactive session will increase participant’s awareness and understanding of psychological hygiene while learning the factors that can promote and

We have 8 different amazing species of turtles in Ontario, but a frightening fact is that all 8 of these species are listed as ‘at risk’ in our province. Come and take advantage of the opportunity to meet live specimens of many of these species and learn about their individual habits and skills for surviving

Ponds teem with a diversity of organisms that conduct their lives largely unseen below the surface. This workshop will kick off with a slide show that will dive beneath the surface to reveal some of these fascinating creatures including frogs, fairy shrimp and salamanders. The importance of vernal pools will be highlighted. These temporary ponds

Join us as we celebrate Earth month by helping us clean-up the litter in the Arboretum and enjoy the beautiful weather that Spring brings! Bring a colleague or even your whole team. Individuals will be put in pairs or groups of three as we clean the Arboretum. Gloves, pickers, and garbage bags will be provided.

Join us for an inspiring and interactive workshop designed to empower University of Guelph staff to take meaningful action towards sustainability in their personal and professional lives. In this workshop, Samantha Casey from the University of Guelph Sustainability Office will lead you through practical strategies and actionable steps for integrating sustainability practices into your daily

Ever wonder how DNA is determined and used to identify species? Meeting at the entrance to the Centre for the Biodiversity Genomics, building 135, starting at noon, this 60-minute tour will include a review of DNA barcoding processes and a visit to the Centre’s insect collection. Limited to 10 participants.