Faculty and Staff Writing Series: Reconnect with Your Writing
This semester, gather in person every third Friday to reconnect with colleagues and dedicate time to your writing. Attend for one to three hours during this block, depending on your schedule. From 11 a.m. to 12 p.m., a Writing Specialist will host an optional workshop in LIB 359. Please note that these workshops have separate
Developing a Sustainable Writing Practice – Faculty and Staff Writing Series
This workshop offers strategies for prioritizing writing tasks, creating long-term writing plans, and developing a sustainable writing practice. Note: This workshop is part of a faculty and staff writing series held every third Friday this semester. You can register separately to join this writing group from 9 a.m. to 11 a.m. before the workshop begins.
Graduate Accountability Group
ONLINE Ontario, CanadaThe Graduate Student Accountability Group provides a welcoming, safe, and productive online space for graduate students to do their work. The group is facilitated by a learning specialist and is designed to help you identify small goals and accomplish them during short work periods. Comments from previous participants: "The group is a great way to
Leave a Trail – Sharing, Reuse, and Responsible Data Deposit
Ready to share your discoveries? This session explores how to ethically and effectively publish your data for reuse. Learn about repositories, licensing, FAIR principles, and how to ensure your data earns proper citation and recognition.
Write to Publish: Writing Titles and Abstracts (with AI support)
Your title and abstract are key to capturing readers' attention. This workshop introduces cross-disciplinary strategies for crafting compelling titles and abstracts for articles, course papers, theses, and more, while also exploring how AI tools can enhance the process. This workshop will be held in person in McLaughlin Library, Room 384. You'll receive a reminder one
Forest History of Victoria Woods Walk – A National Forest Week 2025 Event
Join us for an afternoon tour of The Arboretum’s Victoria woods with Terry Schwann who will talk about the long history of this woodlot. This tour will describe the evolution of the forest in Victoria Woods from the time of white settlement to present time, and discuss how people and natural forces have affected forest
Join us for the 2025 Gryphons Read Meet the Author Event
This year, U of G’s annual common reading project – Gryphons Read – celebrates its ninth iteration. This year’s novel is Frying Plantain by Zalika Reid-Benta. Gryphons Read is a campus-wide book club that brings the University community together over a selected novel and encourages meaningful conversations about the book. On Tuesday, September 23 at 7:00 PM
Drafting a Research Proposal (in-person) – Thesis Writing Workshop Series
In this session, we will examine the essential components of a thesis or grant proposal and discuss strategies to create clarity, concision, and cohesion in your writing. For more information about this workshop series, please visit our writing, learning, and research skills workshops page.
P4E Job Fair
P4E is a partnership among the University of Guelph, University of Waterloo, Wilfrid Laurier University and Conestoga College. It is the largest job fair of its kind in Canada. At P4E, students can learn about: Career opportunities Educational requirements Salary expectations Corporate cultures Job requirements Industry growth Skills and qualifications Bus transportation to and from
Writing a Literature Review (in-person) – Thesis Writing Workshop Series
This session will discuss how to connect the literature review to your research question, build the structure for your review, and avoid some of the common traps when writing. For more information about this workshop series, please visit our writing, learning, and research skills workshops page.
Artificial Intelligence in Teaching and Learning: Community of Practice
The University of Guelph invites educators from all three campuses to join a monthly community focused on artificial intelligence in teaching and learning. This group creates space for honest conversations about AI's impact on education, welcoming perspectives from enthusiasts to skeptics. Open to faculty, sessional instructors, teaching assistants, and staff, the community addresses real classroom
Writing Skills: “Awkward” – Tips for writing clearly and concisely
Have you ever been told your writing is "awkward"? Do feel unsure about how to make your writing easier to read? Join us for this workshop! During this session, we will discuss strategies for writing clearly and directly. The lesson will be helpful for students studying at all levels (e.g., undergrad, grad, etc.) and bringing
RDM Challenges and Solutions Wrap-up
In this interactive wrap-up session, participants will share data frustrations, explore real research data management (RDM) challenges, and troubleshoot solutions together. Through case studies, peer discussion, and lessons from experience, we'll connect RDM concepts to real-life practice and reflect on ways to improve our data habits moving forward.
Judith Nasby on Rolph Scarlett
Join us on Sept. 25 at noon for a talk by Judith Nasby, Curator Emerita and founding director of the Macdonald Stewart Art Centre, now the Art Gallery of Guelph. Exploring the life and legacy of Guelph-born artist and pioneering figure in North American modernism Rolph Scarlett, Nasby will trace Scarlett’s remarkable seventy-five-year career—from his
Institute for LIFE Symposium
Join us on Thursday, Sept. 25 as the Department of Human Health Sciences celebrates the inaugural launch of the Institute for Lifestyle Integration of Food and Exercise (LIFE) by hosting the 1st Institute for LIFE Symposium. This half-day event will feature presentations by graduate students and a keynote address by Dr. Jonathon Little (University of
Graduate Accountability Group
The Graduate Student Accountability Group provides a welcoming, safe, and productive online space for graduate students to do their work. The group is facilitated by a learning specialist and is designed to help you identify small goals and accomplish them during short work periods. Comments from previous participants: "The group is a great way to
Managing the Thesis Process (in-person) – Thesis Writing Workshop Series
In this session, we discuss goal-setting and time management strategies to keep you motivated throughout your graduate degree. For more information about this workshop series, please visit our writing, learning, and research skills workshops page.
Webinar: Introduction to the Professional and Career Development Record (PCDR)
By the end of this workshop participants will be able to: Explain the purpose of the PCDR. List three benefits of the PCDR. Summarize the critical components of a validated PCDR experience. Use the Experience Guelph catalogue to search for validated PCDR opportunities. Locate relevant resources on the EL website.
Crochet Poppies – Poppies of Remembrance, Unity & Community Project
Help create a large crocheted poppy installation for Remembrance Day — a meaningful campus project with the U of G Serving Scholars that fosters connection, community, and the mental health benefits of crocheting. All skill levels welcome – no experience needed! Free materials provided Light snacks & refreshments included Led by two-time U of G
Engineering Job Fair
Join us in the Atrium of the Thornbrough Building to connect with 20+ Engineering organizations looking to hire for co-op, and full-time opportunities.