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Study Abroad Information Session
Study Abroad Information Session
The University of Guelph offers a wide variety of study abroad options for students in any program. Enhance your studies by participating in a semester abroad, exchange program or field school program. If you are interested in applying for a study abroad program for the summer 2017, fall 2017 or winter 2018 semesters, you must
Trick or Eat 2016
Trick or Eat 2016
Trick or Eat is a youth-led national event that puts a new spin on the annual night of giving – Halloween! Thousands of Trick or Eaters across Canada, go door
3 events,
Thursdays at Noon Concert Presents a Tribute to Ken Aldcroft’s Threads (Quintet)
Thursdays at Noon Concert Presents a Tribute to Ken Aldcroft’s Threads (Quintet)
The Threads (Quintet) will perform music that merges improvisation with composition while embracing the rich history of jazz and moving it forward. All compositions are by Ken Aldcroft. Time: noon
Financial Literacy Fair
Financial Literacy Fair
Student Financial Services is hosting a Financial Literacy Fair. Representatives from the following organizations will be there: · Canada Revenue Agency, · National Student Loan Service Centre, · Credit Canada
5 events,
Marketing and Consumer Studies Graduate Information Session
Marketing and Consumer Studies Graduate Information Session
The MCS Graduate Information Session is for undergraduate students and other individuals interested in pursuing higher education in Marketing and Consumer Studies at the University of Guelph. This session will include information about the graduate diploma in market research, and the master of science in marketing and consumer studies. To register, please contact Alanna Reid
Real Estate and Housing Career Fair
Real Estate and Housing Career Fair
The Real Estate and Housing Career Fair is an opportunity to meet employers who are actively recruiting students for exciting co-op, part-time, full-time and contract positions in the real estate and housing industry. Download the U of G Career Fair Plus app or visit www.recruitguelph.ca for a full list of institutions attending. Location: University Centre,
SEDRD Grad Program Information Night
SEDRD Grad Program Information Night
The School of Environmental Design and Rural Development will host a Grad Program Information Night for prospective students interested in graduate studies in landscape architecture; rural planning and development; capacity development; and extension and rural studies. Light refreshments and pizza will be provided. Location: Landscape Architecture, Lobby (Pit)
Stress Eating
Stress Eating
Why does stress have such a big impact on our eating behaviour? This free public presentation on Stress Awareness Day explores the pathways through which stress drives eating -- and
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One Health Poster Day Celebrates Global One Health Day
One Health Poster Day Celebrates Global One Health Day
The Centre for Public Health and Zoonoses (CPHAZ) is hosting a One Health poster day to celebrate Global One Health Day, The posters will feature research, practicum experience, infographics, club information and initiatives related to One Health. Jeff Wichtel, OVC dean, will deliver the welcome speech at 12:30 p.m. Location: Science Complex
Decreasing Headaches
Decreasing Headaches
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 Thursdays for 90 minutes. The fee is $20 for U of G students, $30 for members of USW Local 4120 and $60 for everyone else. Location: University Centre,
2 events,
School of Environmental Sciences Fall Seminar Series
School of Environmental Sciences Fall Seminar Series
Guest speaker Scott Ketcheson, a postdoc at McMaster University, presents “Headwater Catchments and Their Importance for Water Availability in the Athabasca River Basin.” Time: 3:30 p.m. Location: Alexander Hall, Room 265
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Let’s Talk Science – School of Witchcraft and Wizardry
Let’s Talk Science – School of Witchcraft and Wizardry
More than 2,500 people are registered for this year's event. During this event, it will include all of the classes from Harry Potter, but wtih U of G students leading
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Fall Preview Day
Fall Preview Day
Visit our campus on Fall Preview Day and meet with faculty and students. Learn what the University has to offer by taking part in our campus tours, academic and student life displays, and information sessions on residence, co-operative education, admission and finance. Time: 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Location: Athletics Centre (W.F. Mitchell)
3 events,
Study Abroad Information Session
International Education Week
International Education Week
International Education Week (IEW) is an annual, week-long celebration of international education during the third week of November. The University of Guelph celebrates IEW with more than 100 countries around the world. International Education Week is designed to showcase the significant contribution that international education makes in preparing Canadians for the global world and supports
Stress and Sleep Tips for Mental Health
Stress and Sleep Tips for Mental Health
Stress and sleep impact our mental health. Learn more about this connection, along with some quick tips for managing stress and sleep for enhanced mental health and wellness. This free
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Cafe Philosophique Presents Emma Donohue
Cafe Philosophique Presents Emma Donohue
Award-winning author Emma Donohue presents her most recent book, The Wonder, and converses with Michael Winter, acting co-ordinator of the MFA in creative writing program at Guelph-Humber. General admission is $8; students and seniors are $6. Tickets are available in advance at The Bookshelf or at the door starting at 6:15 p.m. This event is
Holocaust Education Week: Cattle Car Exhibit
Holocaust Education Week: Cattle Car Exhibit
Hillel of Guelph is bringing a cattle car to Branion Plaza for Holocaust Education week. Photos and literature about the Holocaust will be inside the display, and students from Hillel will help guide visitors. Location: Branion Plaza
Poultry Health Research Network Seminar
Poultry Health Research Network Seminar
Prof. Nicole Nemeth, Pathobiology, presents "Why did the Wild Turkey Cross the Road? A Game Bird Perspective on Poultry Pathogens." Location: OVC Lifetime Learning Centre, Room 1714
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Landscape Architecture Guest Lecture by Charles Birnbaum
Landscape Architecture Guest Lecture by Charles Birnbaum
The landscape architecture programs in the School of Environmental Design and Rural Development present a guest lecture by Charles Birnbaum, president and CEO of The Cultural Landscape Foundation. His talk is titled "Make Visible, Instill Value and Engage the Public in our Shared Landscape Heritage." All are welcome to attend. Admission is free. Time: 7
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Holocaust Survivor Bill Glied to Give Talk
Holocaust Survivor Bill Glied to Give Talk
Last year, more than 1,100 people attended a talk by Holocaust survivor Hedy Brohm. This year, we are honoured to have Holocaust survivor Bill Glied speak about his testimony. Everyone is welcome. To reserve your seat, visit https://gryphlife.uoguelph.ca/organization/hillel/calendar/details/53533. Time: 7 p.m. (doors open at 6 p.m.) Location: University Centre, Peter Clark Hall
Recruit Guelph Career Fair
Recruit Guelph Career Fair
Meet employers hiring for full-time, part-time, co-op and contract employment opportunities. Network and chat about career options, industry trends and salary expectations. Students from all years and programs are welcome
Thursday at Noon Concert Series Presents Robert Gruca
Thursday at Noon Concert Series Presents Robert Gruca
Classical guitarist Robert Gruca performs guitar music through the ages, including works by Dowland, Loeillet, Brouwer and Morel. Free admission. Everyone is welcome. Location: MacKinnon Building, Room 107
7 events,
Remembrance Day
Remembrance Day
Join the University of Guelph community for the annual Remembrance Day service. Everyone is welcome to attend. Doors open at 10:15 a.m. Time: 10:30 a.m. Location: War Memorial Hall The University of Guelph flags will be at half-mast in memory of those who have served.
School of Environmental Sciences Fall Seminar Series
School of Environmental Sciences Fall Seminar Series
Prof. Jon Warland, School of Environmental Science, will discuss "Indoor Turf and Outdoor Energy Balance: Unusual Opportunities." Time: 3:30 p.m. Location: Alexander Hall, Room 265
Holocaust Education Week: Open Shabbat Dinner
Holocaust Education Week: Open Shabbat Dinner
Holocaust Education Week concludes with a Shabbat dinner featuring keynote speaker Eloge Butera, a survivor of the 1994 Rwandan genocide and honorary witness of the Truth and Reconciliation Commission. He will share his story and undoubtedly inspire us to ensure that "Never Again" remains more than a slogan. Send your RSVP to http://hillelontario.org/guelph/hillel_event/november-11-2016/ and include any dietary
Philosophy Speaker Series
Philosophy Speaker Series
Philosophy professor Mark Johnstone of McMaster University presents "Aristotle on Touch." All are welcome. Location: MacKinnon Building, Room 310
3 events,
Close-up and Macro Photography Workshop
Close-up and Macro Photography Workshop
Learn how to shoot within inches of a subject, use a flash and natural light, try different focusing techniques and more. Explore the woods and meadows of the Arboretum, which
ART/CRAFT 2016
ART/CRAFT 2016
Tickets are on sale for ART/CRAFT, the Art Gallery of Guelph's signature fundraising event. The auction party (from 7 to 8 p.m.) will feature live music, and local food and
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Science and Engineering Sunday
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.
3 events,
Study Abroad Information Session
Shakespeare Made in Canada: Macbeth, Scotland and the Guelph Connection
Shakespeare Made in Canada: Macbeth, Scotland and the Guelph Connection
Prof. Daniel Fischlin, School of English and Theatre Studies, presents "Shakespeare Made in Canada: Macbeth, Scotland and the Guelph Connection." A worldwide celebration of 400 years of Shakespeare is underway this year. Guelph residents don't need to look any further than their own backyard for surprising connections to Shakespeare, as the new edition of Macbeth
Derry Dialogues Present “Why go to Mars?”
Derry Dialogues Present “Why go to Mars?”
Derry Dialogues This panel discussion will feature Dr. Robert Thirsk and other experts. Thirsk holds a master's degree in mechanical engineering, a doctorate of medicine and a master of business
2 events,
2016 Harshman Lecture
2016 Harshman Lecture
Guest lecturer Bill Eddy, president of the High Conflict Institute, will discuss "Tips for Family Communication," including how to deal with conflict. This event is free and open to the public. A reception will follow. The Harshman Lecture is presented by the Department of Family Relations and Applied Nutrition. Please RSVP to frandept@uoguelph.ca or call
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2016 Schofield Memorial Lecture
2016 Schofield Memorial Lecture
Dr. Jonna Mazet, UC Davis School of Veterinary Medicine, will present the 2016 Schofield Memorial Lecture, "One Health Success: Moving Toward a World Free of Pandemics." Mazet, DVM, MPVM, PhD, is a professor of epidemiology and disease ecology, and executive director of the One Health Institute in the UC Davis School of Veterinary Medicine, where
Book Publishing Today: Challenges and Opportunities
Book Publishing Today: Challenges and Opportunities
University of Guelph alumna Iris Tupholme, senior vice-president and executive publisher of Harper Collins Publishers Ltd., will discuss the challenges and opportunities in the publishing industry. She will be introduced by Lawrence Hill, U of G creative writing professor and critically-acclaimed author. Time: 2:30 p.m. Location: McLaughlin Library, Room 246a
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Hothouse Play Looks at Freedom and Incarceration
Hothouse Play Looks at Freedom and Incarceration
A new play exploring freedom and incarceration and staged by University of Guelph students runs on campus until Nov. 19. Hothouse was written and directed by Prof. Judith Thompson, School of English and Theatre Studies. Tickets are $10 and are available in the theatre office in Massey Hall from 1 to 4:30 p.m., or at
Fair November
Fair November
Fair November brings dozens of artisans to the University of Guelph. Feast your senses on handmade jewelry, arts, crafts, food, clothing and more. Location: University Centre Time: Nov. 17 and 18 from 10 a.m. to 9 p.m. Nov. 19 from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. Nov. 20 from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m.
Educational Technology Vendor Fair: Student Response Systems
Educational Technology Vendor Fair: Student Response Systems
The College of Biological Science and the Office of Educational Scholarship and Practice, with support from Open Learning and Educational Support (OpenEd), will host an educational technology fair featuring student response systems. Instructors from across the disciplines are invited to learn more about student response systems that promote student learning and engagement. Location: Science Complex
Thursday at Noon Concert Series Presents Enrique Graf
Thursday at Noon Concert Series Presents Enrique Graf
Internationally-acclaimed pianist Enrique Graf performs classical concert piano works, including a piece by a Uruguayan composer. Free admission. Everyone is welcome. Location: MacKinnon Building, Room 107
Thursday at Noon Concert Presents Pianist Enrique Graf
Thursday at Noon Concert Presents Pianist Enrique Graf
Internationally acclaimed Uruguayan pianist Enrique Graf will perform classical works by Claude Debussy and Uruguayan composers. Time: noon Location: MacKinnon, Room 107
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School of Environmental Sciences Fall Seminar Series
School of Environmental Sciences Fall Seminar Series
Ed Topp, principal scientist at Agriculture and Agri-Food Canada, and adjunct biology professor at Western University, presents a guest seminar on "Fate and Impacts of Antibiotics and Antibiotic Resistance Genes in Agro-ecosystems." Time: 3:30 p.m. Location: Alexander Hall, Room 265
Student Print Show and Sale
Student Print Show and Sale
Students in the School of Fine Art and Music will be showing and selling their original lithographs, etchings, and relief and screen prints. Time: Nov. 18 and 19 from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. and Nov. 20 from noon to 5 p.m. Location: Zavitz Hall, Room 207
Panel Discussion: “Trump’s Unlikely Victory: Why? How? What’s Next?”
Panel Discussion: “Trump’s Unlikely Victory: Why? How? What’s Next?”
The Department of Political Science Speaker Series presents a panel discussion on "Trump's Unlikely Victory: Why? How? What's Next?" The talk will be moderated by Prof. Byron Sheldrick, Political Science. Participants will include: Prof. David MacDonald, Political Science, University of Guelph Prof. Clifford Orwin, Political Science, University of Toronto Judith Timson, Toronto Star Location: MacKinnon
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Ian Millar Discusses Opportunities in Horse Industry
Ian Millar Discusses Opportunities in Horse Industry
Students and equine enthusiasts are invited to a presentation by Ian Millar, 10-time Canadian National Champion and Olympian, hosted by Purina. He will give a 50-minute talk on "The Engagement of Professionals in the Horse Industry Sector: Role, Requirements and Opportunities." Tickets are $5 for students and $10 for general admission. Time: 7 p.m. Location:
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Study Abroad Information Session
3 events,
Prud’homme Beer Certification at U of G
Prud’homme Beer Certification at U of G
Prud'homme Beer Certification is a beer sommelier program that was created in 2009 to meet the growing demand for beer knowledge. This multi-level beer education course has something to offer everyone from the beer aficionado to the hospitality professional. The School of Hospitality, Food and Tourism Management is offering the "Level 1 – Beer Enthusiast"
Talk Local to Feature Owen Roberts
Talk Local to Feature Owen Roberts
Martin Bosch, host of Talk Local (channel 20, Rogers TV), will interview Owen Roberts, director, research communications, about science and agriculture journalism.
3 events,
Bio-instrumentation Trade Show
Bio-instrumentation Trade Show
This year's trade show will showcase the many successful products, prototypes and proof-of-concept ideas in Guelph's biomedical, food safety and processing instrumentation fields. Meet with our current biological and biomedical
4 events,
Thursday at Noon Concert Series Presents Student Soloist Day
Thursday at Noon Concert Series Presents Student Soloist Day
The School of Fine Art and Music's applied music students will perform a concert. Admission is free. Everyone is welcome. Location: MacKinnon Building, Room 107
Bigger Picture Series: People Powered Growth
Bigger Picture Series: People Powered Growth
When you first got your startup going it was just you, maybe a partner or two. Now with sales growing quickly, you need more people (good people) and you needed
3 events,
University of Guelph Choirs Present Music of the Spheres
University of Guelph Choirs Present Music of the Spheres
The University of Guelph Chamber Singers and the Symphonic Choir perform music about the moon and stars, featuring "Epitaph for Moonlight" by R. Murray Shafer, "Prometheus" by Kristopher Fulton and the Canadian premiere of "When I Heard the Learned Astronomer" by Jaakko Mäntyjärvi. The conductors are Gordon Burnett and Marta McCarthy. Doors open at 7:15
3 events,
Study Abroad Information Session
Prud’homme Beer Certification at U of G
Library Extended Hours Start Nov. 28
Library Extended Hours Start Nov. 28
Extended hours at the library start Nov. 28 and continue through Dec. 15 from 8 a.m. to 2 a.m. Location: McLaughlin Library
6 events,
Why Research Matters: All Eyes North
Why Research Matters: All Eyes North
During his election campaign, Prime Minister Justin Trudeau promised to make life better in the North. This past summer, during the last Tragically Hip concert, lead singer Gord Downie called on Trudeau to keep that promise. We'd like to show you how research at the University of Guelph is contributing. The panel will be moderated
Blood Donor Clinic
Blood Donor Clinic
Roll up your sleeves and give blood at the next blood donor clinic at U of G. Walk-ins are welcome. For more information about donor eligibility, visit blood.ca. Location: University Centre, Peter Clark Hall (basement)
Stress Less for Tests
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
4 events,
University of Guelph Concert Winds Recital
University of Guelph Concert Winds Recital
The University of Guelph Concert Winds Ensemble with conductor John Goddard will perform their annual fall recital in the University Centre courtyard. The concert is free and open to everyone. Parking is available in P33 after 5 p.m. Time: 7 p.m. Location: University Centre courtyard, main floor
6 events,
University of Guelph Jazz Ensemble Concert
University of Guelph Jazz Ensemble Concert
The University of Guelph Jazz Ensemble perform their annual fall concert at Manhattans, 951 Gordon St., Guelph. Join conductor Ted Warren and the ensemble as they play popular jazz standards. Time: 7 p.m.
Wine and Spirit Education Trust (WSET) Level 3 Award in Wines
Wine and Spirit Education Trust (WSET) Level 3 Award in Wines
The Level 3 Award in Wines (condensed version) is designed to provide comprehensive coverage of wines of the world. Students will benefit from in-depth tastings and learn how to identify product style and quality. Open to the public, this seven-week course will be held on Sundays. An exam will be held in the seventh week
Wine and Spirit Education Trust (WSET) Level 2 Award in Wines and Spirits
Wine and Spirit Education Trust (WSET) Level 2 Award in Wines and Spirits
Open to the public, the WSET Level 2 will teach you about the key grape varieties grown around the world, tasting techniques, the different styles of wine, and the production of spirits and liqueurs. This nine-week course will be held on Monday evenings from Jan. 23 to March 27. An exam will be held during
Mechanical Engineering Trade Show
Mechanical Engineering Trade Show
Mechanical engineering students in the Machine Design course (ENGG3280) will showcase their creative designs and manufacturing skills at the Mechanical Engineering Trade Show. Everyone is welcome. Location: Thornbrough Building, atrium
5 events,
Philosophy Speaker Series
Philosophy Speaker Series
Alex King, assistant professor of philosophy at SUNY Buffalo, presents "Aesthetic Reasons for Action." Everyone is welcome. Location: MacKinnon Building, Room 310
6 events,
University of Guelph Chamber Ensemble Concert
University of Guelph Chamber Ensemble Concert
The University of Guelph Chamber Ensemble, led by conductor Henry Janzen, will perform their annual fall concert. This concert is free and open to everyone. Time: 3 p.m. Location: MacKinnon Building, Room 107
University of Guelph CME Concert
University of Guelph CME Concert
The Guelph CME, led by conductor Joe Sorbara, will perform their fall concert of contemporary and improvisational material at Silence, 46 Essex St., Guelph. Doors open at 1 p.m. Everyone is welcome. The cover charge is $5 at the door. Time: 1:30 p.m.
