IDS Speaker Event
The International Development Studies (IDS) speaker series presents Charis Enns, doctoral fellow at the Balsillie School of International Affairs, who will discuss "Pipeline projects and rural politics in northern Kenya: Disassembling land as a resource for infrastructure investment." Location: Rozanski Hall, Room 102
Tour the Arboretum
Take a guided tour of the beautiful Arboretum with Prof. Shelley Hunt, School of Environmental Sciences. Choose from two tours times: 11:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. or 12:30 to 1:30 p.m. Tours start in front of Alumni House. All are welcome. No registration is required. Location: Alumni House
Digital Humanities THINC Lab Launch
The University community is invited to attend the grand opening of the new Digital Humanities Centre: The Humanities Interdisciplinary Collaboration Lab (THINC). Schedule: Oct. 4: official launch at 3 p.m. Oct. 5: Digital Humanities: A Conversation on Collaboration at 1 p.m. Oct. 6: THINC Thursdays at 4 p.m. Register for all events at https://www.uoguelph.ca/arts/digi Location:
GRADuate on Time Workshop
GRADuate on Time is a half-day workshop for graduate students, designed to meet the specific time management challenges that graduate students face. In this workshop, you will learn concrete strategies to: manage your time, graduate on schedule, balance conflicting priorities and manage procrastination. Location: McLaughlin Library, Room 384
OAC Job Fair
Meet employers from the agricultural, environmental and business sectors recruiting students from all programs for full-time, part-time, contract and co-op positions. Download the U of G Career Fair Plus app or visit www.recruitguelph.ca for a full list of employers attending. Location: University Centre
Campus Animal Facilities United Way Barbecue
Campus Animal Facilities is hosting a barbecue in support of the United Way. Items include: burger (regular or veggie) and pop for $6; raffle (tickets are $2 each or three for $5); bake sale; and 50/50 draw. Location: Central Animal Facility
International Development Studies Speaker Series
The International Development Studies speaker series presents John Ravenhill, director of the Balsillie School of International Affairs, who will discuss "The Political Economy of a '21st Century' Trade Agreement: The Trans-Pacific Partnership." Location: Rozanski Hall, Room 102
Better Sleep for Peri-Menopausal Women
This two-hour workshop offers drug-free tips to help cope with mid-life sleep changes, hot flashes and the frustration of being awake through the night. The fee is $5 for U of G students, $10 for members of USW Local 4120 and $20 for everyone else. Location: University Centre, Room 335
Thursday at Noon Concert Presents Johannes Linstead, Guitar of Fire
Enjoy a passionate Spanish guitar performance by Canada's "Guitarist of the Year" and JUNO nominee Johannes Linstead, accompanied by special guest Geoff Hlibka. Location: MacKinnon, Room 107
Library Thanksgiving Hours
The McLaughlin Library is open during the Thanksgiving weekend. Saturday, Oct. 8: 11 a.m. to 6 p.m. Sunday, Oct. 9: 11 a.m. to 6 p.m. Monday, Oct. 10: 11 a.m. to 6 p.m. Tuesday, Oct. 11: 1 p.m. to 2 a.m. For more information, visit www.lib.uoguelph.ca/service-hours
Poultry Health Research Network Seminar Series
The Poultry Health Research Network presents Prof. Suresh Neethirajan, School of Engineering, who will discuss "Trends and Advances in Poultry Health Monitoring Using Biosensors." If you wish to attend via webinar, please contact phrn@uoguelph.ca to receive an invitation link before Oct. 7. Location: OVC Pathobiology AHL, Room 1810
Spatial Planning in Ireland
What does spatial planning look like in Ireland, and what lessons can be learned from the Irish experience? Join Prof. Brendan O'Keeffe, Mary Immaculate College, University of Limerick, as he shares his perspectives and reflections on rural spatial planning in Ireland. Time: 10:30 a.m. Location: Landscape Architecture, Room 143
Third Worldism Re-considered: The Multiple Lives of an (Unrealized) Political Project
The Department of Political Science Speaker Series presents a lecture by Alina Sajed, Political Science, McMaster University. Location: MacKinnon Building, Room 226
Point and Shoot Basics Workshop
Learn more about menu settings, exposure modes, composition and lighting to get the best shots. Then we'll head outside for a field trip so you can practice your new skills. Register by Oct. 6 to get theĀ $55 early bird fee. Location: Arboretum Centre
Beer Seminars
Learn about the beer you love! A new series of beer seminars offered by the School of Hospitality, Food and Tourism Management begins Oct. 16 with "Beer Basics", followed by "Canadian Brewing Traditions" on Jan. 29 and "Farmhouse Fermentation: Beer and Cheese" on March 26. Seating is limited, so register soon. Location: Macdonald Stewart Hall
Seminar on Economic Impact of Fibre Optic Infrastructure
Bento Lobo, First Tennessee Bank Distinguished Professor of Finance, College of Business, University of Tennessee-Chattanooga, will present his work on the opportunities and challenges of assessing the economic impact of broadband investment in Tennessee. This is a presentation of the R2B2project.ca in partnership with www.swiftnetwork.ca and with funding from OMAFRA. Location: Landscape Architecture, Room 143
Centre for International Programs Hosts Study Abroad Fair
Every year the Centre for International Programs hosts the Study Abroad Fair to showcase the University of Guelph's study abroad programs, which include six semesters abroad, summer field school programs and more than 100 exchange opportunities. You will have the chance to meet students who have been on Guelph's study abroad programs and students who
Relaxation and Stress Management Skills
Learn to relax tight muscles, calm emotions, settle a busy brain, have more energy and perform better in a busy world. This 12-session program meets at noon on Tuesdays and Thursdays for six weeks. The fee is $40 for U of G students, $60 for members of USW Local 4120 and $120 for everyone else.
Landscape Architecture Guest Lecture by Keith Bowers
The landscape architecture programs in the School of Environmental Design and Rural Development present a guest lecture by Keith Bowers, president and landscape architect at Biohabitats Inc. in Charleston, S.C. His talk is titled "Restoring the Future: Biodiversity and Ecosystem Functions in a Rapidly Changing World." Time: 7 p.m. Location: Lakeside Downtown Church, 75 Norfolk
Sleep Tips for Students
Can't fall asleep? Tired all of the time? Sleep schedule out of whack? Wish you could turn your brain "off" in bed? Learn tips and strategies to overcome the most common sleep pitfalls experienced by university students in this free one-hour workshop. Location: University Centre, Room 335