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M.Sc. Thesis Defence: Sherri Tedford
M.Sc. Thesis Defence: Sherri Tedford
Sherri Tedford, an M.Sc. student in the Department of Plant Agriculture, will defend her thesis on "Management of Cercospora leaf spot in sugar beet and aerobiology of Cercospora beticola Sacc." Her adviser is Prof. Art Schaafsma. Time: 8 a.m. Location: Ridgetown Campus
Accessibility Conference
Accessibility Conference
Reach the goal of an accessible Ontario and attend this conference featuring engaging, inspiring and action-oriented sessions on classroom, document, media, web and workplace accessibility. The conference welcomes both accessibility novices and experts, encouraging attendees to build communities and exchange ideas. Location: Rozanski Hall
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International Symposium on Bioplastics, Biocomposites and Biorefining
International Symposium on Bioplastics, Biocomposites and Biorefining
This event will explore the broadening scope of research activities and new developments in the areas of biobased polymers and biorefinery. This international meeting of experts from U of G and around the world will also examine innovations in the fields of biocomposites and green composites, including a special focus on sustainability and durability of
Poultry Health Research Network Seminar Series
Poultry Health Research Network Seminar Series
You-Chan Bae, senior researcher at the Animal and Plant Quarantine Agency in Korea, will discuss "Pathological Changes in Wild Birds, Chickens and Ducks Infected with Highly Pathogenic Avian Influenza Type A (H5N8) Viruses." The U of G faculty host is Prof. Leonardo Susta, Pathobiology. Location: OVC Pathobiology AHL, Room 1810
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Guelph Talks Food
Guelph Talks Food
Seven researchers will present high-energy, short-format talks about their innovative work in agriculture and food. Guelph Talks Food is an engaging event designed to share some of the University of Guelph’s most cutting-edge research advancing healthy, productive and competitive Canadian agriculture and food systems. A reception will follow at the Art Gallery Guelph. Please RSVP
PhD Thesis Defence: Tim Carter
PhD Thesis Defence: Tim Carter
Tim Carter, Department of Biomedical Sciences, will defend his PhD thesis on "Telomere patterning in matched donor and reprogrammed cell populations." Time: 12:30 p.m. Location: OVC Main Building, Room 1642 (seminar/defence) and Room 3648 (examination/defence)
OAC Dean Candidate Public Presentation
OAC Dean Candidate Public Presentation
The second candidate for the OAC dean position will be on campus for a public presentation and to meet with various groups of people. Time: 8:30 a.m. Location: Richards Building, Room 2520
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Invasive Species Workshop: Animals and Plants
Invasive Species Workshop: Animals and Plants
In this workshop we will learn about biology, identification and control of invasive plant species. What makes them more successful than native species? We will also learn about best practices for preventing the spread and introduction of invasive species. Parts of the workshop will be outside, where we will explore the woods and gardens of
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Food and Agriculture Business Seminar
Food and Agriculture Business Seminar
The Food Institute developed the Food and Agriculture Business Seminar to bring together a diverse group of current and emerging leaders in the industry to collectively examine trends and issues in today’s global marketplace. By working together in strategically dynamic groups, participants benefit from each others' expertise as they critically examine real cases and interact
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Food and Agriculture Business Seminar
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PhD Thesis Defence: Jerlene Halliday
PhD Thesis Defence: Jerlene Halliday
Jerlene Halliday, a PhD candidate in the Department of Plant Agriculture, will defend her thesis on "Molecular analysis and functional elucidation of a novel plant O-fucosyltransferase in A. Thaliana and B. Napus." Her adviser is Prof. K. Peter Pauls. Time: 12 p.m. Location: Crop Science, Room 202
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PhD Thesis Defence: Mahmoud Panjtandoust
PhD Thesis Defence: Mahmoud Panjtandoust
Mahmoud Panjtandoust, a PhD candidate in the Department of Plant Agriculture, will defend his thesis on "Evaluation of freezing tolerance of three Asparagus officinalis L. cultivars during fall cold acclimation and spring dormancy release in Southern Ontario." Time: 10 a.m. Location: Crop Science, Room 202
Sketching Nature Workshop
Sketching Nature Workshop
Focusing on sketching techniques and note-taking, this workshop is for those who want a permanent record of their observations of nature. The workshop is designed for beginners, so don't be shy! Sketchbooks and pencils will be provided. The workshop is led by Arboretum interpretive naturalist intern Alexandra Kocher. The early bird fee is $35 if
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OAC Dean Candidate Public Presentation
OAC Dean Candidate Public Presentation
The third candidate for the OAC dean position will be on campus for a public presentation and to meet with various groups of people. Time: 8:30 a.m. Location: Richards Building, Room 2520
Professional Staff Association Annual General Meeting
Professional Staff Association Annual General Meeting
The theme of this year's AGM is “Supporting the Green Gryphon Initiative,” featuring guest speaker Maurice Nelischer, director of sustainability. All attendees will receive an “i am reusable” barbecue lunch. Location: OVC Lifetime Learning Centre, Room 1714
Central Animal Facility Open House
Central Animal Facility Open House
Visit the Central Animal Facility and enjoy guided tours, displays, door prizes, a raffle and barbeque lunch (regular or veggie burger and pop for $6). Location: Central Animal Facility
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Alumni Weekend 2016
Alumni Weekend 2016
Alumni and friends are welcome to our annual reunion. This year we are celebrating years ending in 1 or 6. Highlights of the weekend include the UGAA Awards of Excellence Gala, the President's Milestone Lunch, Livestock Research Innovation Centre tours, Alumni Pub with beer tasting, marche dinner and live music, the Great Gryphon Race and
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Medicinal Plants Workshop
Medicinal Plants Workshop
In herbal medicine, plants from the forest, meadow and garden can help treat a variety of health conditions. Join Guelph naturopathic doctor Elizabeth Cherevaty for this guided “herb walk” through the Gosling Wildlife Gardens, woods and meadows of the Arboretum as she highlights uses and habitats of important medicinal plants. Each participant will receive a
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Night and Low-Light Photography Field Trip
Night and Low-Light Photography Field Trip
Join photographer Sylvia Galbraith for an evening of fun in this hands-on field trip. This course is timed to take advantage of the (almost) full moon. The first hour will be spent indoors for a lesson on shooting in low light. We'll cover using timed exposures and night settings, composition, equipment, shooting city lights and
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PhD Qualifying Exam Seminar: Monika Korzun
PhD Qualifying Exam Seminar: Monika Korzun
Monika Korzun presents her qualifying exam seminar for the PhD in rural studies. Her seminar is titled, “Is there a better way to do science in agriculture? An examination of science in the GMO debate.” Everyone is welcome. Time: 2 p.m. Location: Landscape Architecture, Room 143
38th Annual Sexuality Conference
38th Annual Sexuality Conference
The University of Guelph will host the 38th annual Guelph Sexuality Conference, Canada’s largest and longest-running sexual health forum, June 23 to 24. Featured lecturer for the event will be Dr. Marla Shapiro, a well-known Canadian medical doctor and a health journalist for CTV and The Globe and Mail. The conference will bring together several
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Nominations Open for Honorary Degree Recipients
Nominations Open for Honorary Degree Recipients
The Senate Honours and Awards Committee invites nominations for honorary degrees, the highest honour bestowed by the University. Details about the call for nominations, including the submission deadline, award guidelines and the nomination form, can be found on the University Secretariat website. For more information regarding the nomination process, contact Genevieve Gauthier, associate university secretary,
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PhD Thesis Defence: Hanny Elsadr
PhD Thesis Defence: Hanny Elsadr
Hanny Elsadr, a PhD candidate in the Department of Plant Agriculture, will defend his thesis on "A Genome-Wide Association Study of Flowering and Fruit Quality Traits in Peach." Time: 1 p.m. Location: Crop Science, Room 202
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PhD Thesis Defence: Kaila Fadock
PhD Thesis Defence: Kaila Fadock
Kaila Fadock, a PhD student in chemistry, will defend her thesis on "Aryl-Deoxyguanosine Probes: Application in G-Quadruplex Forming Aptamers." Time: 2 p.m. Location: Science Complex, Room 1511