Rebecca Knaggs, residence admissions liaison, Student Housing Services, discusses her recent Leave for Change experience teaching youth about gender equality in Peru. She says her experience through Leave for Change can be captured by this Peruvian proverb: "Poco a poco, se camina lejos" (Little by little, one walks far). Leave for Change is a program

Learn strategies to decrease symptoms of irritable bowel syndrome (IBS) or a stressed stomach. This four-session program, offered by the Stress Management Clinic and the dietitian at Student Health Services, meets at 7 p.m. on Monday evenings. The program fee is $10 for students and $40 for non-students. Location: University Centre, Room 335

This workshop will explore how power dynamics and systems of privilege can create barriers to participation for students. Using this awareness, we will discuss how to create opportunities for inclusion using our language, program structures and event planning. Location: University Centre, Room 441 For University of Guelph students only. Presented by Daniel Poulin, Coordinator, Experiential

This forum seeks to provide an overview of the Syrian crisis from an international, national and local perspective to inform, empower and mobilize students to become engaged in the Syrian refugee response. Speakers include political science professors Ian Spears and Edward Koning, Rayyan Haries, MP Lloyd Longfield, Jim Estill, Tom Lusis, Jaya James, Sara Sayyed and

This job fair is a great opportunity to meet employers who are looking to hire for summer, co-op, part-time, full-time and contract positions. Students from all programs and all years are welcome to attend this fair, practice their networking skills and chat with employers about career options, industry trends and salary expectations. Download the U of

Warm up with a bowl of chili, a bun, a dessert and a drink for only $10 and support the United Way. Tickets are available in advance from: Pam Armitage,

Learn to curb the worry habit and how to avoid the five pitfalls that perpetuate worrying. This two-hour workshop includes brain training exercises and a variety of other techniques to

The Creative Music Symposium with Philippe Hode-Keyser will perform a concert featuring drums and electronics. Admission is free Location: MacKinnon, Room 107

The Campbell Centre for the Study of Animal Welfare presents an Animal Behaviour and Welfare Seminar titled “The Welfare of Animals Without Owners” by post-doctoral researcher Tyler Flockhart. Location: OVC Pathobiology

The University of Guelph English language program is holding a graduation ceremony for the Kansei University (Japan) students in the business English program. Location: Arboretum Centre

"It’s clear that Library Voices’ lo-fi makeover has given them a creative spark that’s resulted in some truly beautiful songwriting." – Northern Transmissions Library Voices, a Canadian seven-piece indie pop

A memorial service for philosophy professor Brian Calvert, who passed away Jan. 19, will be held March 6 from 2 to 4 p.m. in the Arboretum Centre. Everyone is welcome

The U of G community is invited to a fundraising dinner hosted by the World University Service of Canada Guelph Local Committee and the Multi-Faith Resource Team in Student Life.

Prof. Alexandra Harlander, Department of Animal Biosciences, will discuss "Alternative Laying Hen Housing Systems: Animal Welfare Challenges, Issues and Possible Solutions" at the next Poultry Health Research Network (PHRN) seminar.

The U of G community is invited to attend a public presentation by Prof. Marc Coppolino, chair candidate for the Department of Molecular and Cellular Biology. Location: Science Complex, Room

At certain times of the year, you may feel overwhelmed and exhausted and have trouble finding the energy to get everything done. This workshop will focus on strategies to prevent

This panel discussion will feature Roya Robbani (executive director of Immigrant Services for Guelph-Wellington), Craig Smith (PhD Candidate, Political Science, University of Toronto), and Prof. Edward Koning (Political Science, University

This global roots project draws from the deep and varied wells of the reggae canon, the Scottish and English folk revival, and New York City bebop. The result is a

The Office of Diversity and Human Rights invites you to a special screening of a historically significant documentary, followed by an engaging panel discussion about its central themes of race,

The Department of Food, Agricultural and Resource Economics (FARE) at the University of Guelph presents the inaugural George Morris AgriFood Policy Lecture, featuring Prof. Richard Barichello, University of British Columbia.

Digvir Jayas, vice-president (research and international) and distinguished professor at the University of Manitoba, will present this year's prestigious Winegard Lecture in Engineering on "Image Processing and Sensors for Automation

The landscape architecture programs in the School of Environmental Design and Rural Development present a guest lecture by Moura Quayle, director, Faculty of Arts, Liu Institute for Global Issues, University

The word “community” means different things to different people. Being part of a community can help you feel more connected and fulfilled, be a better citizen, be more involved, make

The University of Guelph Sustainable Restaurant Project presents its fifth annual symposium, "Making a Difference: Celebrating Sustainability Success Stories in the Canadian Restaurant Industry." For more information and to register

Learn drug-free strategies to decrease tension and migraine headaches and the pain of headaches without medications. This four-session program, offered by the Stress Management Clinic, meets on Wednesdays for 90

The McMaster Trio traces the evolution of the piano trio from Haydn, the founding composer of the genre, to Kelly-Marie Murphy, one of Canada's most well-respected composers. With Murphy's rhythmic

Meet planning students from across Southern Ontario and alumni in Rural Planning and Development; engage in workshops; take a walking tour of Guelph's Heritage District and network with other planners.

Vancouver-based Delhi 2 Dublin blends bhangra with electronica on their latest album, We're All Desi, released in 2015. They recently returned from their first tour in India, where the Times

The Chili Chow Down is part of College Royal open house weekend. The University of Guelph and downtown Guelph share a common passion for delicious, nutritious local food. We are

The University of Guelph will celebrate World Water Day with an interactive Water Research Showcase, including brief formal remarks and a video, followed by an information and networking session with faculty and staff currently engaged in water research and related fields Location: Thornbrough Atrium

The 2016 Guelph Poetry Slam team is in the kitchen cooking everything from calamity cuisine to sizzling serenity for a fantastic feast of fellowship. Bassam, Erratic, Fannon, Eitan and Elise are masterful word chefs, preparing awareness entrées and poetic pastries with stovetop speech and knife-sharp wit. Their oven-hot talents will roast microphones and have listeners

Prof. Dominique Bergmann, Department of Biology, Stanford University, and Howard Hughes Medical Institute investigator, presents "Global and Local Scale Transcriptional Regulation of Stomatal Development." The U of G faculty host

Take charge of your transition from university to your next adventure. Prepare yourself to make the best choices in a competitive global market by using strategic search strategies and conducting

Prof. David Welch, chair of global security at the Balsillie School of International Affairs and professor of political science at the University of Waterloo, presents "The Psychology of Territorial Disputes:

Everyone is welcome to this concert featuring students in the School of Fine Art and Music. Location: MacKinnon, Room 107

The master of landscape architecture (MLA) program in the School of Environmental Design and Rural Development presents the 25th annual MLA Conference. Third-year graduate students will present their thesis work,

Cafe Philosophique, The Bookshelf and the Eden Mills Writers' Festival present Canadian author Yann Martel. He will be interviewed by Prof. Sandra Sabatini from the College of Arts about his writing

The Poultry Health Research Network's research day will feature brief presentations by students and postdocs about their poultry research, followed by a post-lunch session of academic and industry presentations. The overall goal of the event is to share, understand and discuss various poultry research findings and make use of this platform to explore future collaborative

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

Named after former U of G president and Guelph MP Bill Winegard, these awards recognize members of the University community who have devoted volunteer time and effort in Guelph and

Jim Estill, CEO of Danby, former director of BlackBerry, and sponsor of 50 Syrian refugee families, will discuss "Seven Secrets of Business Success." Everyone is welcome. This event is hosted

U of G’s human anatomy program holds a tribute for those who donated their bodies to the University for educational purposes. The Celebration of Life and Learning Service gives faculty,

The Campbell Centre for the Study of Animal Welfare presents an Animal Behaviour and Welfare Seminar titled "A Utilitarian Perspective on Companion Animals" by Prof. Gary Varner, Texas A&M University.

On Jordan Klassen's sophomore album Javelin, the Vancouver-based songwriter dissects his struggles, embraces his demons, digs up old ghosts, and comes out with his hands clean on the other end.