The Bigger Picture Series: Work Happy
Find balance. Beat burnout. "You wake up early. You pack the lunches. You commute, work, study, reply to emails, keep up with friends, clean the house, tick something else off the list. If the stresses of daily life have left you feeling exhausted, you are not alone. Some would say that being ever-exhausted is a
Equine Research Day
Find out about the latest research from equine scientists and how their findings apply to your horse. Location: University Centre, Peter Clark Hall (lower level)
PhD Thesis Defence: Amritpal Singh
Amritpal Singh, a PhD candidate in the Department of Plant Agriculture, will defend his thesis on "Evaluation, Selection and In Vitro Propagation of Sugar Maple (Acer saccharum Marsh)." All are welcome to attend. Time: 11 a.m. Location: Crop Science, Room 202
2017 Stewart Lane Commemorative Lecture
The 2017 Stewart Lane Commemorative Lecture presents "The Agricultural Growth Act and Future of Crop Research in Canada." Join the Department of Food, Agricultural and Resource Economics for a discussion by Prof. Richard Gray on the future of crop research in Canada. Gray is a professor and Canadian Grain Policy Chair in the Department of
Engage 2017 Conference
The Engage 2017 Conference presents "Swords, Pens, Armchairs, and Sit-Ins: Engaging Social Transformation From Everywhere." The 17th annual Graduate Student Conference of the Department of Sociology and Anthropology aims to nurture the diversity and vitality of student research by encouraging students from various social science backgrounds to come together and engage with peers over critical
Campus Day
Join us for this full-day open house! You are invited to go on a campus tour, check out our residences, attend academic information sessions and chat one-on-one with current students, staff and faculty who are in the programs to which you've applied.
Ontario’s Attorney General Yasir Naqvi Presents Truscott Lecture in Justice
Attorney General for Ontario the Honourable Yasir Naqvi will present the 2017 Truscott Lecture in Justice, "Challenging the Status Quo." All are welcome to attend. Location: Alexander Hall An open reception will be held after the lecture in the Summerlee Science Complex atrium from 7:30 to 8:30 p.m.
MLA Thesis Conference
The Master's of Landscape Architecture Conference will feature landscape architecture thesis presentations that highlight contemporary research by final semester graduate students. Time: 9:15 a.m. Location: Arboretum Centre
3-Minute Thesis University of Guelph Finals
3MT is a university-wide competition for graduate students in which participants present their research and its wider impact in three minutes or less to a panel of non-specialist judges. The challenge is to present complex research in an engaging, accessible and compelling way using only one slide. The winner of the University of Guelph 3MT
Stress Less for Tests
Learn practical skills to decrease test anxiety and enhance energy and performance during exam periods. Part one of this program meets today, and part two meets on Thursday from 5:30 to 7 p.m. The fee is $5 for U of G students. Location: University Centre, Room 335
Graduate Students’ Association AGM
The AGM is open to graduate students who are members of the Graduate Students' Association. Registration and pizza at 5 p.m.; meeting at 5:30 p.m. Location: University Centre, Graduate Student Lounge, Level 5
Winegard Exemplary Volunteer Awards
Established in 2007, these awards are presented each year to U of G staff, faculty and students who volunteer in the community. Presented by the University of Guelph, the United Way of Guelph Wellington Dufferin and the Volunteer Centre of Guelph/Wellington, the awards are named after William Winegard, former U of G president and former
Blood Donor Clinic
Roll up your sleeves and give blood at U of G's blood donor clinic. No appointment necessary. Visit blood.ca for more information. Location: University Centre, Peter Clark Hall
Arrell Family Foundation Gift to U of G
Join us to celebrate the Arrell Family Foundation gift to the University of Guelph. All staff, faculty and students are invited to celebrate the largest single gift to the University in its history. Join U of G president Franco Vaccarino and the Arrell family to celebrate a transformational gift from the Arrell Family Foundation. Matched
Thursday at Noon Concert Series Presents Student Soloist Day
The Thursday at Noon Concert Series and the Guelph Jazz Festival present Student Soloist Day, featuring performances by the talented music students in the School of Fine Art and Music. This is a free 50-minute concert that everyone is welcome to attend. Location: MacKinnon Building, Room 107
Seminar on Wildlife Rehabilitation: Welfare and Ethical Considerations
Animal Behaviour and Welfare presents "Introduction to Wildlife Rehabilitation: Welfare and Ethical Considerations," a seminar by Sherri Cox, executive director of research innovation at U of G. All are welcome. Join the speaker for a meet and greet in ANNU 230 after the talk. Location: OVC Pathobiology AHL, Room 1800
University of Guelph Concert Winds Recital
The University of Guelph Concert Winds Ensemble will perform "A Few of My Favourite Things" with conductor John Goddard. The concert marks the 25th anniversary of Goddard at the helm. General admission is $10, students/seniors are $5. Time: 8 p.m. (doors open at 7:15 p.m.) Location: Harcourt Memorial United Church, 87 Dean Ave., Guelph
University of Guelph Chamber Ensemble Concert
The U of G Chamber Ensemble with conductor Henry Janzen will perform classical repertoire. Doors open at 2:30 p.m. Admission is free. Time: 3 p.m. Location: MacKinnon Building, Room 107
University of Guelph CME Concert
The CME and conductor Joe Sorbara present a series of Soundpaintings followed by a Temporary Ensembles set that will include a handful of your favourite local improvisers. Admission is $5 and supports the School of Fine Art and Music ensembles. Location: Silence, 46 Essex St., Guelph Time: noon (doors open at 11:30 a.m.)
In a World of Power and Politics, is Justice Really Possible?
The Department of Political Science Speaker Series presents a lecture by postgraduate researcher Mark Kersten, Munk School, University of Toronto. Location: MacKinnon Building, Room 231