Arab Spring and the Quest for New Metaphors Conference
This two-day conference hosted by the University of Guelph's History Department explores the dynamics of the Arab Spring and its aftermath. Scholars focusing on this topic from around the globe will present papers in a setting conducive to reflection and critical development in this field. Interested students and faculty are invited to attend, and can
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.
International Education Week
The Centre for International Programs is celebrating International Education Week, an annual week-long celebration of international education designed to showcase the significant contribution that international education makes in preparing Canadians for the global world. What's on for International Education Week November 12 - Curling with OIA November 13 - Intercultural Navigation Skills Workshop November 14 - Resume
Annual Bio-Instrumentation Tradeshow
Connect with industry representatives and meet with senior bioengineers who have developed prototypes and products to solve practical problems in biomedical, health care, food and agricultural industries. All are welcome. Free admission. Thornbrough Building, Atrium
Dial Down Academic Stress and Anxiety
What are the most common anxiety escalators? Learn about these, along with proven tips and strategies you can use to decrease stress and anxiety in this free, one-hour workshop for University students, provided by the Stress Management and High Performance Clinic. University Centre, Room 332
2017 Harshman Lecture: Talking About Death Won’t Kill You
Kathy Kortes-Miller, Assistant Professor at the School of Social Work and the Palliative Care Research Lead at the Centre for Education and Research on Aging and Health at Lakehead University, presents the 2017 Harshman Lecture Nov. 15 at Cutten Fields. Kortes-Miller will present "Talking about death won't kill you!" Kortes-Miller is committed to showing people
The Millennial Malcontent
The Millennial Malcontent: University of Guelph's School of English and Theatre Studies stages new hipster satire by award-winning playwright Erin Shields. This year's main stage production is directed by Prof. Alan Filewod. The production is performed and built by students enrolled in courses in Theatre Studies. Showtimes: Nov. 15-18 at 8 p.m. Nov. 19 at
Fair November 2017
The 43rd annual Fair November show is one of the Guelph community’s favourite annual events, bringing together some of the very best in Canadian handmade goods. For four days only, the University Centre becomes the temporary home to 75 of Canada’s most talented artisans and designers, providing the opportunity to shop for original fashion pieces,
Thursday At Noon Concert Series presents Headin’ North
The Al Gorman Quartet perform jazz music inspired by the North. Free concert, everyone welcome. Donations are gratefully accepted. MacKinnon Building, Room 107
Landscape Architecture Guest Lecture by Kona Gray
The Landscape Architecture program in the School of Environmental Design and Rural Development presents a guest lecture by Kona Gray, Principal of EDSA Inc. His talk is titled "Global Design Matters - The Future of Landscape Architecture". All are welcome to attend. Landscape Architecture, Pit Lobby
Student Print Show and Sale
Students from the School of Fine Art and Music will be showing and selling their original lithographs, etchings, relief and screen prints. Admission is free. November 17 and 18 - 10 a.m. - 5 p.m. November 19 - 12 p.m. - 5 p.m. Zavitz Hall, Room 207
Gull Workshop
This workshop has been designed to help you develop your skills in the identification of wintering gulls. Through a variety of hands-on activities, you will learn about gull plumage, size differences, bill shapes and behaviours of 13 different gull species. We will also discuss the best places to watch gulls and how some gull species
Meet the Dean: Women in Science and Engineering Talk
The College of Engineering and Physical Sciences' newly appointed dean, Mary Wells, is eager to meet students and share her vision and ideas. This is a great opportunity for students to converse with the dean and ask her questions about the college and its future. The event includes speakers who will discuss the importance of
Financial Literacy Fair
Join Student Financial Services in the UC Courtyard for our Financial Literacy Fair. Talk with on-campus groups and external organizations about managing your finances, grab cotton candy and popcorn, and win great prizes, including one prize of $500 towards your winter 2018 semester tuition and fees.
Thursday At Noon Concert Series presents SOFAM Student Soloist Day
SOFAM's talented Applied Music students perform a semester-end recital. Free concert, everyone welcome. MacKinnon Building, Room 107
Welfare Concerns for Veal Calves: Housing, Nutrition, Antimicrobials and Disease Detection
CCSAW Animal Behaviour and Welfare Seminar: Welfare Concerns for Veal Calves: Housing, Nutrition, Antimicrobials and Disease Detection by Bart Pardon, Ghent University. In Europe, the veal industry was currently criticized for its very intensive antimicrobial use and high level of antimicrobial resistance. Rationally reducing antimicrobial use in the contemporary veal industry, which inherently holds transport
Selecting a First Telescope for Astronomy
Make exploring the night sky a little less intimidating and a lot more exciting! The first two hours of this presentation will introduce the most common types of telescopes, what they do, how they do it, and what you can expect to see. Some of the challenges to stargazing will be discussed, such as light
University of Guelph Jazz Ensemble Performance
Conductor Ted Warren and the University of Guelph Jazz Ensemble perform everyone's favourite jazz standards. Manhattans Pizza Bistro and Music Club, 951 Gordon St., Guelph
Brass Taps Presents – GO NUTS Bingo Night
The Brass Taps is hosting a BINGO night to raise money for testicular cancer research. Play some BINGO and win some prizes! All proceeds to go the Canadian Cancer Society. Bingo cards are $2 each, $6 for 5 or $10 for 10. Learn more on the event's Facebook page.
Energy Transitions and Political Crises in the Age of Trump: Latin America’s “Pink Tide”
With an emphasis on Venezuela, Ecuador and Bolivia, Donald Kingsbury (U of T) explores the political turbulence in the developing world as a result of the global north's call for a post-carbon capitalism. Kingsbury will discuss how economic crises, protests and the reemergence of regional and domestic right-wing politics pose new challenges for social missions