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ONLINE: Write like an Academic series (6 weeks)
2021-09-30 13:30 - 15:30 (America/Toronto) | ONLINE, Ontario, Canada
What is the Write like an Academic series?
This six-week program provides support in academic written communication for graduate-level students with English as an Additional Language (EAL). This program provides students an opportunity to improve their writing in typical graduate-student academic and professional scenarios. The scenarios include:

Writing emails to professors and/or advisors
Providing written feedback to students as TAs
Avoiding plagiarism
Writing abstracts for academic audiences
Writing cover letters to potential employers
Organizing and writing a slide deck

This program is divided into six workshops that run over six weeks. Each workshop is two hours in length. This program is offered only in the Fall semester and accommodates 20 – 25 students.
Is Write like an Academic for you?

Are you a graduate student, postdoctoral fellow, or visiting scholar who speaks English as an Additional Language?
Would you like to develop your confidence and skills in academic writing?
Would you like a safe place to practice and develop writing strategies for a variety of academic contexts?

If you answered yes to these questions, then this program is for you!
When will the next Write like an Academic be offered?
Thursdays from 1:30pm – 3:30pm, from September 30 – November 11, 2021. (No class on Thursday, October 21.)
What can you expect as a participant?

Participants will engage in discussions around the challenges and strategies for successfully writing emails to advisors and professors; feedback to students (as TAs); paraphrases; abstracts; cover letters; and slide decks.
Participants will engage in practice activities that will allow them to learn and practice written communication skills and strategies as they apply to these academic and professional scenarios.
Students will brainstorm and develop language and vocabulary that can be used in these writing tasks.

Who can attend?
This program accepts registrations from any UofG graduate students, postdoctoral fellows, or visiting scholars with English as an Additional Language (EAL). We encourage students to be willing and able to attend all six weeks of this program.
How do I apply?
Complete the Write like an Academic registration form on the event website. Please note that when you submit this form, you are registering for all six workshops.
Questions? Email writing@uoguelph.ca.

ONLINE: Library Workshop - Self-Directed Writing Tune-up: Grammar - DAY 1 of 2
2021-10-02 | ONLINE, Ontario, Canada
In response to programming moving online due to COVID-19, materials from this two-day workshop on grammar are available ANYTIME as self-directed slides and worksheets, through self-registration in CourseLink’s Writing Tune-up: Grammar. (Note: When you follow this link for the first time, you will see a page that says “Not Authorized.” Click on the Self-Registration tab at the top of that page and select Writing Tune-up.)
This two-day Writing Tune-up: Grammar series provides grammar instruction for all levels of writers. It is open to graduate and undergraduate students, postdoctoral fellows, visiting scholars, faculty and staff at the University of Guelph, as well as Guelph community members. The workshop materials are useful for participants wanting to improve their own writing skills as well as to provide more effective feedback on students’ writing as TAs or faculty. Although you can work through the materials for either day, it is recommended that you start with Day 1 materials.
Topics
Structuring Sentences
A review of basic information about sentences and parts of speech (recognizing nouns, verbs, etc.). The session includes discussion and examples of these guidelines:

Use parts of speech appropriately
Structure sentences using clauses and phrases
Avoid sentence fragments

Using Verbals and Modifiers
A review of the use of verbals and modifiers in writing. Writers use verbals extensively in their writing without realizing what they are or how they should be used correctly. This session discusses the use of verbals compared to verbs, as well as defining different types of modifiers and how to correct errors in their use. The session includes discussion and examples of these guidelines:

Recognize verbals compared to verbs
Place modifiers in the right spot

Punctuating Sentences
A review of the rules of punctuation. The session includes discussion and examples of these guidelines:

Use commas effectively
Use a semi-colon effectively
Use a colon effectively
Punctuate properly between sentences

No registration here is necessary. You will self-register on CourseLink.
Questions? Email writing@uoguelph.ca.

ONLINE: Library Workshop - Self-Directed Writing Tune-up: Grammar - DAY 2 of 2
2021-10-03 | ONLINE, Ontario, Canada
In response to programming moving online due to COVID-19, materials from this two-day workshop on grammar are available ANYTIME as self-directed slides and worksheets, through self-registration in CourseLink’s Writing Tune-up: Grammar.
This two-day Writing Tune-up: Grammar series provides grammar instruction for all levels of writers. It is open to graduate and undergraduate students, postdoctoral fellows, visiting scholars, faculty and staff at the University of Guelph, as well as Guelph community members. The workshop materials are useful for participants wanting to improve their own writing skills as well as to provide more effective feedback on students’ writing as TAs or faculty. Although you can work through the materials for either day, it is recommended that you start with Day 1 materials.
Topics:
Correcting Grammar Errors
Avoid some of the common pitfalls of grammar. The session includes discussion and examples of these guidelines:

Make subjects and verbs agree
Don’t use myself as a replacement for I and me
Use who and whom correctly
Make comparisons clear

Avoiding Errors of Misuse
Learn some of the common errors of misuse of words and expressions. The session includes discussion and examples of these guidelines:

Use apostrophes for possessive nouns
Don’t use it’s for possessives

Going Beyond Basic Grammar
Learn about some of the writing errors that affect clarity, meaning and tone. Session includes discussion and examples of these guidelines:

Maintain parallelism
Use active instead of passive voice
Punctuate that and which clauses correctly
Recognize when to use the three types of hyphens and dashes

No registration here is necessary. You will self-register on CourseLink.
Questions? Email writing@uoguelph.ca.

ONLINE: Library Workshop - Introduction to NVivo
2021-10-04 10:00 - 12:00 | ONLINE, Ontario, Canada
NVivo is a qualitative data analysis (QDA) computer software package, designed to help you manage and analyze qualitative data. In this workshop, we will work on bringing your sources in, creating nodes, coding, creative case classifications and running queries.
Please make sure the latest version of NVIVO is installed on your machines prior to the workshop.
Please note: All software installation must be done before the workshop, please ensure that you followed any account creation or software installation instructions. Out of courtesy to the class we will not be able to troubleshoot software set up during class time. If you have any issues, please contact the IT Help Desk.
If you don’t have a U of G email address, please contact library@uoguelph.ca to request registration for this workshop.

ONLINE: Arts and Science Connections Conference - Day 1
2021-10-04 10:30 - 16:30 | ONLINE, Ontario, Canada
Arts and Science Connections: A deconstructed conference about career possibilities
Create your own conference by attending one, a few or all six presentations, workshops and panels that have been carefully chosen and thoughtfully packaged to create “Arts and Science Connections: A Deconstructed Conference about Career Possibilities”.
“Wayfinding is the ancient art of figuring out where you are going when you don’t actually know your destination. For wayfinding, you need a compass, and you need a direction. Not a map – a direction … Wayfinding your life is similar. Since there’s no one destination in life, you can’t put your goal into your GPS and get the turn-by-turn directions for how to get there.” – Bill Burnett and Dave Evans, Designing Your life
Broaden your perspective and learn how to find your way and build your unique career path with a compass and a direction. No need for a map.
• Listen to young alumni share their stories about building interdisciplinary careers
• Learn to leverage LinkedIn to discover opportunities you did not know existed
• Leverage Career Wayfinding and Strength Spotting to have your best career
• What are micro-credentials anyway? How do I know they are employer approved?
• Understand what your further education options are and how to harness them
These events are open to ALL students and U of G alumni who have a talent, passion and curiosity for the arts and sciences and wish to learn more about career building!
Monday, October 4, 2021 – Find Direction and Building Your Career
Thursday, October 7, 2021 – Finding Purpose in Further Education

ONLINE: Library Workshop - Record and Edit Audio with Audacity
2021-10-04 13:00 - 14:30 | ONLINE, Ontario, Canada
Audacity is an open source, cross platform audio recording and editing tool.
Use Audacity to record and edit a voiceover for a video or a podcast. This workshop is the third workshop in the digital storytelling workshop; however, there is no requirement that you have completed the other workshops in order to participate in this one. This workshop is for anyone interested in learning about audio editing and recording with Audacity.
By the end of the workshop, participants will be able to:

List the requirements for a basic audio recording set-up.
Record a short audio track.
Practice basic editing tasks in Audacity to improve an audio recording.

Before this workshop, please take time to download and install Audacity onto your computer.

Senate Meeting
2021-10-04 17:30 | OVC Lifetime Learning Centre, 25 McGilvray Street
Senate meetings are open to the public. Please e-mail univsec@uoguelph.ca to register.
For more information about the agenda, location and timing of the meeting please visit the Secretariat’s Governance Portal to access the agenda package.
Agenda packages are published approximately one week in advance of the meeting.

ONLINE: Wrongful Conviction Day 2021
2021-10-04 17:30 - 19:00 | ONLINE, Ontario, Canada
Join us for a webinar in support of exonerees and to bring attention to the injustices faced by the wrongfully convicted.
Guest Speakers:

Glen Assoun – Exoneree
Sean Macdonald – Defence Lawyer

Sponsored by the College of Social and Applied Human Sciences Criminal Justice and Public Policy program

ONLINE: Library Workshop - Thriving in Action: Coping with Difficulties
2021-10-05 13:00 - 14:20 | ONLINE, Ontario, Canada
The Thriving in Action Program
Join us for Thriving in Action, a new online program at the University of Guelph. Thriving in Action will help you move from languishing to flourishing throughout your time in university. Build motivation, optimism and resilience, and learn how to integrate those skills into your work as a student. In each workshop, you will learn and practice both wellness and learning strategies that will help you be the student you want to be. Join us for one or all four workshops this spring and learn how to thrive. Workshops are offered online and will be delivered via Zoom. This program is offered by the Library and Student Wellness.
All participants will be entered in a draw for one of two gift certificates valued at $25. Attend all four workshops, and your name will be entered four times. If you attend all four workshops, you can obtain a letter of recognition for your participation.
Workshop 4: Coping with Difficulties
Difficulties are a normal part of life that we all experience. But that doesn’t mean that they are easy to deal with! In this Thriving in Action Session, we will talk about how to cope with difficulties. You will develop skills in resilience and self-compassion as well as reframe your thinking to learn from difficult situations. This workshop is also offered on Monday, November 22, 1:30-2:50 p.m.
Thriving in Action Workshops
Join us for one or more of the other Thriving in Action workshops. Please register for each workshop you wish to attend.

Connections on Monday, November 1, 1:30-2:50 p.m.
Finding Balance on Monday, November 8, 1:30 – 2:50 p.m.
Coping with Difficulties on Tuesday, October 5, 1 – 2:20 p.m. OR Coping with Difficulties on Monday, November 22, 1:30 – 2:50 p.m.
Mindfulness and the Present Moment on Thursday, October 14, 1 – 2:20 pm OR Mindfulness and the Present Moment on Monday, November 15, 1:30 – 2:50 p.m.

Other Registration Information
The link to the workshop will be emailed to you in advance of the workshop. Registration for this workshop is also offered via GryphLife.
Questions?
Email learning@uoguelph.ca or wellness@uoguelph.ca.

ONLINE: Skills for Research Impact Workshop Series - Stakeholder Engagement
2021-10-05 13:00 - 14:30 | ONLINE, Ontario, Canada
This is the second session in the Skills for Research Impact series, a workshop series for University of Guelph faculty, research staff and graduate students interested in enhancing the impact of their research.
In this workshop, we’ll reflect on how to engage stakeholders throughout the research process to increase impact. You’ll learn to identify a range of stakeholders and potential goals for engagement, understand different levels and types of engagement before, during and following the research process, and reflect on ethical and equity-based considerations when working with non-academics.
Learn more about the Skills for Research Impact workshop series.

ONLINE: Library Workshop - Open Scholarship Series: Academic Publishing for Authors
2021-10-06 10:00 - 11:30 | ONLINE, Ontario, Canada
Part of the library’s ongoing Open Scholarship workshop series Academic Publishing for Authors is designed to help researchers navigate academic publishing including:

Open Access Publishing
Author Contracts
Article Processing Charges (APCs)
Predatory Journals and Conferences

Please note: this workshop will take place online via Zoom. A reminder email with the meeting link will be emailed to you one hour before the workshop.
If you don’t have a U of G email address, please contact library@uoguelph.ca to request registration for this workshop.

ONLINE: Food, Environmental and Agriculture Job Fair
2021-10-06 10:00 - 15:00 | ONLINE, Ontario, Canada
The annual OAC Food, Environmental and Agriculture Job Fair connects organizations who are looking to network and hire talented University of Guelph students.
Meet virtually with representatives from a variety of organization for an online job fair for all students in:

Environmental Sciences
Food Science
Agriculture
Business
ANYONE with an interest and passion for exploring opportunities in the food, environmental and agriculture industries!

ONLINE: Making Sense of the Canadian Election
2021-10-06 13:30 - 14:30 | ONLINE, Ontario, Canada
“The most important election in our lifetimes?”
The 2021 federal election produced a remarkably similar result to the 2019 election. But in the context of a global pandemic, what impact will this election have on our political leaders, government, and society?
Join us on Zoom with our panel of political experts for a full breakdown of the results.

J. P. Lewis, Associate Professor, Department of History and Politics, University of New Brunswick
Jared Wesley, Associate Professor, Department of Political Science, University of Alberta
Tamara Small, Professor, Department of Political Science, University of Guelph
Moderator: Dave Snow, Associate Professor, Department of Political Science, University of Guelph

Register online.
Presented by the Department of Political Science in the College of Social and Applied Human Sciences.

ONLINE: Library Workshop - Data Skills: Introduction to Qualtrics - Creating Data with Online Surveys
2021-10-07 10:00 - 12:00 | ONLINE, Ontario, Canada
In this session we will use Qualtrics, our online survey software, to explore the fundamentals of survey creation.
We will explore:

How to create a Qualtrics account
How to find and use Qualtrics tutorials and training
How to create a basic Qualtrics survey
Methodology tips for good survey design and common errors to avoid
Using surveys for research data collection
How to access your survey results

PLEASE NOTE:
You must have a University of Guelph login to self-register for this workshop. If you don’t have a U of G email address, please contact library@uoguelph.ca to request registration for this workshop. Participants must have a computer to participate, they will find it easier to participate fully in this workshop if they have two screens available.
When you register for this workshop you are committing to attend the entire workshop unless otherwise confirmed with the instructor. This workshop is limited to 12 attendees. If you are suddenly not able to attend, please contact us as soon as possible so that we can offer your spot to someone on our waiting list.
We cannot troubleshoot software or accounts during the session. If you are not able to get it working ahead of the meeting, please contact us as soon as possible so that we can offer your spot to someone on our waiting list.
This workshop will take place online via Zoom. A reminder email with the meeting link will be emailed to you 24 hours before the workshop.

ONLINE: Arts and Science Connections Conference - Day 2
2021-10-07 10:30 - 18:30 | ONLINE, Ontario, Canada
Arts and Science Connections: A deconstructed conference about career possibilities
Create your own conference by attending one, a few or all six presentations, workshops and panels that have been carefully chosen and thoughtfully packaged to create “Arts and Science Connections: A Deconstructed Conference about Career Possibilities”.
“Wayfinding is the ancient art of figuring out where you are going when you don’t actually know your destination. For wayfinding, you need a compass, and you need a direction. Not a map – a direction … Wayfinding your life is similar. Since there’s no one destination in life, you can’t put your goal into your GPS and get the turn-by-turn directions for how to get there.” – Bill Burnett and Dave Evans, Designing Your life
Broaden your perspective and learn how to find your way and build your unique career path with a compass and a direction. No need for a map.

Listen to young alumni share their stories about building interdisciplinary careers
Learn to leverage LinkedIn to discover opportunities you did not know existed
Leverage Career Wayfinding and Strength Spotting to have your best career
What are micro-credentials anyway? How do I know they are employer approved?
Understand what your further education options are and how to harness them

These events are open to ALL students and U of G alumni who have a talent, passion and curiosity for the arts and sciences and wish to learn more about career building!
Monday, October 4, 2021 – Find Direction and Building Your Career
Thursday, October 7, 2021 – Finding Purpose in Further Education

ONLINE: Library Workshop - Introduction to R Studio
2021-10-13 10:00 - 12:00 | ONLINE, Ontario, Canada
R is an open source software that has gained a lot of popularity in the community due to its power and capability to make research more reproducible. Many disciplines are now switching to using R over other paid software; however, many might be intimidated by the programming skills required to use R. Well, fear no more! In this workshop, you will learn the basics of R and how to navigate the interface. You can expect to learn the following by the end of this workshop:

Getting comfortable with the R interface
Learning the basics of R programming
Working with packages
Importing data
Creating basic descriptive statistics and frequency tables

Note: Prior knowledge of R is not required to attend this workshop
Software / Account Requirements
Before starting the workshop, please complete the following:
Download and Install R
Windows User
Mac User
Install RStudio Desktop
What is R used for? Introduction to RStudio basics (5 min)
If you have any issues with your install, please contact the IT Help Desk.

ONLINE: A case study of learning in a community-based organization in rural Bihar
2021-10-13 11:00 - 12:15 | ONLINE, Ontario, Canada
India is home to thousands of small organizations contributing to community development. Learning is crucial for their efforts to foster change in complex environments with limited financial and human resources. This webinar, featuring Elisa Cooper, MSc. in Capacity Development and Extension, University of Guelph, shares findings from a study on the dynamics of learning within a community-based organization operating in Bihar, India.
Learn more online.
Presented by: Canada India Research Centre for Learning and Engagement (CIRCLE) and Community Engaged Scholarship Institute (CESI)

ONLINE: Library Workshop - Advanced Survey Creation in Qualtrics: Data Skills
2021-10-14 10:00 - 12:00 | ONLINE, Ontario, Canada
This workshop will explore the more advanced question types and features of Qualtrics including:

Various question types and methods like logic, piped text, loop & merge, timed questions, scoring, embedded data and randomization
How to use Survey Flow to meet complicated research designs
How to create and edit messaging in your survey

It is expected that attendees have attended Introduction to Qualtrics – Creating Data with Online Surveys or are already competent with the software.
PLEASE NOTE:
You must use a University of Guelph login to self-register for this workshop. If you don’t have a U of G email address, please contact library@uoguelph.ca to request registration for this workshop. When you register for this workshop you are committing to attend the entire workshop unless otherwise confirmed with the instructor. This workshop is limited to 12 attendees. If you are suddenly not able to attend, please contact us as soon as possible so that we can offer your spot to someone on our waiting list.
You must have a University of Guelph Qualtrics account working ahead of the workshop. We cannot troubleshoot software or accounts during the session. If you are not able to get it working ahead of the meeting, please contact us as soon as possible so that we can offer your spot to someone on our waiting list. You must access the workshop from a computer and participants will find they are able to participate more fully if they have two screens available.
If you have any issues with your install, please contact the IT Help Desk.
This workshop will take place online via Zoom. A reminder email with the meeting link will be emailed to you 24 hours before the workshop.

ONLINE: Library Workshop - Thriving in Action: Mindfulness and the Present Moment
2021-10-14 13:00 - 14:20 | ONLINE, Ontario, Canada
The Thriving in Action Program
Join us for Thriving in Action, a new online program at the University of Guelph. Thriving in Action will help you move from languishing to flourishing throughout your time in university. Build motivation, optimism and resilience, and learn how to integrate those skills into your work as a student. In each workshop, you will learn and practice both wellness and learning strategies that will help you be the student you want to be. Join us for one or all four workshops this spring and learn how to thrive. Workshops are offered online and will be delivered via Zoom. This program is offered by the Library and Student Wellness.
All participants will be entered in a draw for one of two gift certificates valued at $25. Attend all four workshops and your name will be entered four times. If you attend all four workshops, you can obtain a letter of recognition for your participation.
Workshop 3: Mindfulness and the Present Moment
Explore here how to be in and make the most of the present moment. Learn how to plan and become more attentive, all from a mindful approach. Presentness can help to see things more clearly, gain perspective, feel grounded and excel. The art of attentiveness can help you to pay attention to yourself and what is around you and can be directly transferred to becoming a thriving student. Presentness and Attentiveness will be explored along with academic strategies for planning and notetaking.
Thriving in Action Workshops
Join us for one or more of the other Thriving in Action workshops. Please register for each workshop you wish to attend.

Connections on Monday, November 1, 1:30-2:50 p.m.
Finding Balance on Monday, November 8, 1:30 – 2:50 p.m.
Coping with Difficulties Monday, November 22, 1:30 – 2:50 p.m.
Mindfulness and the Present Moment on Thursday, October 14, 1 p.m. – 2:20 p.m. OR Mindfulness and the Present Moment on Monday, November 15, 1:30 – 2:50 p.m.

Other Registration Information
The link to the workshop will be emailed to you in advance of the workshop. Registration for this workshop is also offered via GryphLife.
Questions?
Email learning@uoguelph.ca or wellness@uoguelph.ca.

ONLINE: CEPS Graduate Student Research Day
2021-10-15 09:00 - 12:00 | ImprovLab, Guelph, Ontario, Canada
The College of Engineering and Physical Science’s Graduate Student Research Day is a CV-building and learning opportunity for masters and PhD students across CEPS’s academic units. It is a chance for students, faculty, staff, alumni and industry partners to learn about new research being done by our graduate students, which could have exciting applications. This event will provide:

Experience for graduate students to present research through virtual, talks in the style of the 3-minute thesis;
Learning opportunities within and between academic units, and from industry partners/alumni; and
Graduate student award opportunities

Learn more about the CEPS Graduate Student Research Day.

ONLIEN: CEPS Graduate Student Research Day 2021
2021-10-15 09:00 - 12:00 | ONLINE, Ontario, Canada
The College of Engineering and Physical Sciences (CEPS) invites its graduate students from all units to participate in our 2021 Graduate Student Research Day to be held virtually Oct. 15, 2021, between 9 a.m. and noon
What is Grad Student Research Day?
CEPS’s Graduate Student Research Day is a CV-building and learning opportunity for masters and PhD students across CEPS’s academic units. It is a chance for students, faculty, staff, alumni, and industry partners to learn about new research being done by our graduate students, which could have exciting applications. This event will provide:

Experience for graduate students to present research through virtual talks in the style of the 3-minute thesis;
Learning opportunities within and between academic units, and from industry partners/alumni; and
Graduate student award opportunities

Who can participate?
The following individuals are eligible to present and/or attend:

Students who are registered in a CEPS masters or PhD program at the University of Guelph.
CEPS PhD and masters students who have defended their thesis but have not yet graduated are also eligible to participate.

The following individuals are eligible to attend:
University of Guelph faculty, staff, alumni and industry partners.

ONLINE: Library Workshop - Data Manipulation and Wrangling in R
2021-10-15 10:00 - 12:00 | ONLINE, Ontario, Canada
Raw datasets are often quite messy. Before you can begin data analysis, cleaning and preparing data are hence vital skills. This workshop will teach the fundamentals of using the tidyverse package, which include but aren’t limited to: manipulating columns and rows, filtering and merging datasets, converting to different variable types and creating scales.
Note: Completion of Workshop #1 Introduction to R Studio is assumed.
Software/Account Requirements
Before starting the workshop, please complete the following:
Download and Install R
Windows User
Mac User
Install RStudio Desktop
What is R used for? Introduction to RStudio basics (5 min)
If you have any issues with your install, please contact the IT Help Desk.

ONLINE: Interactive Event: Tales from the InfoSec Team
2021-10-15 12:00 - 12:30 | ImprovLab, Guelph, Ontario, Canada
Part of the 2021 Cyber Security Awareness Roadshow, this interactive event provides examples of cyber security incidents that have impacted students at U of G. Find out what went down and hear from the experts about how you should handle it if it ever happened to you!
Download the calendar entry for this event: Interactive Cyber Security Event Tales from the InfoSec Team.ics

ONLINE: Library Workshop - Self-Directed Academic Writing Style: Writing Style Choices in Sentences
2021-10-16 | ONLINE, Ontario, Canada
In response to programming moving online due to COVID-19, some materials from this two-part workshop on improving academic writing style are available anytime as self-directed videos and worksheets, through self-registration in CourseLink’s “Online Instruction Resources from the Library”. Once you have self-registered, navigate to Content > Writing > Improving Your Writing: Sentences and Word Choice (WORKSHOPS) > Writing Style Choices in Sentences. Watch the videos and complete the activities at your own pace.
Topics covered include the following:

Writing style basics
Logical order of sentences
Emphasis in sentences
Parallelism

Open to all graduate and undergraduate students, postdoctoral fellows, visiting scholars, faculty and staff.
Self-register on CourseLink.
Questions? Email writing@uoguelph.ca.

ONLINE: Library Workshop - Data Analysis and Inferential Statistics
2021-10-18 10:00 - 12:00 | ONLINE, Ontario, Canada
In this workshop you will learn how to conduct basic inferential statics that are commonly seen in the literature using R Studio. In this workshop you can expect to learn how to conduct the following statistical tests

Independent sample t-test
Paired Sample t-test
One-way ANOVA
Repeated Measures ANOVA

Note: Prior knowledge of R studio is recommended through attending the Introduction to R workshop and the Data Manipulation and Wrangling workshop offered prior to this workshop.
Software/Account Requirements
Before starting the workshop, please complete the following:
Download and Install R

Windows User
Mac User

Install RStudio Desktop
What is R used for? Introduction to RStudio basics (5 min)
If you have any issues with your install, please contact the IT Help Desk.

ONLINE: Workshop - How to 3-D Print - Part 1
2021-10-18 12:00 - 13:00 | ONLINE, Ontario, Canada
Curious about how to 3-D print? Join us for the first session of a two-part series to learn tips and tricks for using a 3-D printer to help bring your ideas to life! Our workshop facilitator is a graduate student in Engineering at the University of Guelph and has extensive experience with 3-D printing, app design and prototyping.

Indigenous Recognition Week: Conversations with Miptoon
2021-10-18 15:00 - 16:30 | Meet at the Indigenous Student Centre
Grab a bottle of water and enjoy an afternoon stroll through the arboretum with Visiting Elder Miptoon, member of the Chippewas of Nawash Unceded First Nation. Be prepared to walk, listen and learn.
A reminder to follow COVID protocols before coming to and while on campus: COVID-19 Information | University of Guelph. For this event, masks will be required to comply with physical distancing protocols.
Miptoon has held a number of leadership positions in his home community including Youth Worker, Pastor and Director of the Native Child Welfare Program. He has worked with Parks Canada as a resource technician under the Species at Risk program. Miptoon is a Band Councillor serving on numerous committees. He has sat with many Elders as they shared their knowledge of life and nature. “As knowledge holders, the Elders have always made it clear that future generations have their responsibilities in protecting nature.”
This event is open to all students, staff and faculty.
Indigenous Recognition Week is October 18-22, check out our other events on GryphLife.

Indigenous Recognition Week (Online): The Storying of 2S Identities: A Brief History (That Goes Back to Time Immemorial)
2021-10-18 18:30 - 19:30 | ONLINE, Ontario, Canada
Gather virtually with Seán Carson Kinsella, the Indigenous Student Centre and the Sexual and Gender Diversity Office to learn more about 2 Spirit Identities and their long-standing history.
Seán Carson Kinsella (ê-akimiht nêhi(y/th)aw/otipemisiwak/Nakawé/Irish) is migizi dodem (Bald Eagle Clan) and two-spirit/queer/aayahkwêw and is descended from signatories of Treaties 4, 6 and 8. They were born in Toronto, on Treaty 13 lands and grew up in Williams Treaty territory and currently reside between the Deer Park area of Toronto and sagetewedgewam (Trent River) on Michi Saagig territory. They are a sought speaker, storyteller and poet (of the decolonially erotic variety).
The photo of Seán is credited to the Harbourfront Centre/Toronto International Festival of Authors.
This event is open to all students, staff and faculty.
Indigenous Recognition Week is October 18-22, check out our other events on GryphLife.

ONLINE: Better Sleep for Mid-Life Women Workshop
2021-10-18 19:00 - 21:00 | ONLINE, Ontario, Canada
Learn drug-free tips to help cope with mid-life sleep changes, hot flashes, and the frustration of being awake through the night.
This two-hour skills workshop meets online with Kathy Somers of the Stress Management and High Performance Clinic.
Your link will be e-mailed to you upon registration in the Better Sleep for Mid-Life Women workshop.

ONLINE : Seeing the Forest for the Trees – Trees as Participants in Theatre and Performance
2021-10-19 12:00 - 13:00 | ONLINE, Ontario, Canada
Join us for a free public talk by Megan De Roover, Writer-in-Residence affiliated with The Arboretum this year! She is conducting archival and on-site research for her new book Seeing the Forest for the Trees: Trees as Participants in Theatre and Performance (McGill-Queen’s University Press). Using a theatre and performance lens, her research monograph explores the relations we already have with trees – in lived and mediated encounters – and how we can aim to build better ones. Readers will be pushed to reconsider the ubiquitous yet overlooked tree, and thereby the nonhuman world more generally, through new theoretical frameworks. Registration is available at the link below.
