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Serving Scholars Co-Founder Awarded King Charles III Coronation Medal 

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Dr. John Walsh, director of the University of Guelph’s School of Languages and Literatures and a professor of classical studies, has been recognized with a King Charles III Coronation Medal.  The medal was conferred in recognition of Walsh’s support of reservist students through the co-founding and direction of Serving Scholars, a U of G program […]

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U of G United Way Campaign Raises Over $ 460,000, Exceeding Goal

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The University of Guelph community has exceeded its fundraising goal for the annual United Way campaign, raising $460,481 in 2024. Incredible efforts from staff, faculty, students, volunteers and alumni have led to the U of G campaign surpassing its target of $450,000.  The funds ensure the support of vital community programs, including food security initiatives, […]

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Meet Oscar Sort: AI Recycling Assistant Coming to U of G 

A new AI technology that can help students sort trash in seconds is coming to the University of Guelph.  Oscar Sort, the AI-powered recycling assistant developed by Canadian tech company Intuitive AI, will be deployed in the University Centre in mid-February.  How does it work? Simply show your item to Oscar, and it will instantly […]

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U of G Ranked Among Top Universities in World for Reputation 

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The University of Guelph is ranked among the most prestigious universities in the world, according to the 2025 Times Higher Education (THE) World Reputation Rankings.  U of G placed 201-300 worldwide in the rankings and tied for ninth among Canadian institutions. This is the first time U of G has been included in THE World Reputation […]

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Marketing and History Profs Call for National Unity in Toronto Star  

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In the Toronto Star, Drs. Timothy Dewhirst and Matthew Hayday, marketing professor at the Gordon S. Lang School of Business and Economics and history professor in the College of Arts, respectively, emphasize the importance of unity amidst strained U.S. and Canada relations.   […]

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Calling Future Engineering Leaders: U of G Launches Master of Engineering Management  

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A new master’s program from the University of Guelph will train students to guide businesses’ manufacturing strategies, manage their operations and fill leadership positions in high demand.  The master of engineering management (MEM), a course-based graduate program launching fall 2025, will teach students to become leaders of multinational engineering and technical enterprises.   Distinct from similar […]

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Guelph Campus Closed Due to Severe Weather 

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 Due to the overnight snowfall accumulation, the University of Guelph campus is closed on Sunday, Feb. 16. All campus events have been cancelled.   Campus will remain closed for the day and reopen at 6 a.m. Monday, Feb 17. Please note that on Monday, U of G campus facilities will operate under holiday hours on Family […]

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University Mourns Passing of Student

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The University of Guelph community is mourning the death of Paul K. Sitsofe, graduate student in Rural Planning and Development, who passed away on Wednesday, Feb. 12.  Campus flags will be lowered to half-mast on Friday, Feb. 14 in Paul’s honour.  Support services and initiatives are available for all faculty, staff and students, including:  Multi-Faith Resource […]

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What’s Open at U of G on Family Day 2025

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The University’s normal business operations will be reduced on Monday, Feb. 17 for the Family Day weekend. Normal operations resume Tuesday, Feb. 18. Reading Week at U of G runs Feb. 17 to 21.  What’s open  Service areas open on Monday, Feb. 17 include:  Athletics Centre  Reduced hours  University Centre (excluding Chef’s Hall, Brass Taps […]

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Bad Weather Ahead? Know Where to Get Info on University Closures

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When a weather event hits and you need to know whether the University is closed, the best information sources are: U of G Alert – sign up to receive email, phone or text message alerts from our Critical Incident Notification System U of G’s campus status page www.uoguelph.ca Local radio Instagram: @UofGuelph X/ Twitter: @UofG Facebook: /UofGuelph […]

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‘I Owe This to My Mom’: U of G Student Awarded Rhodes Scholarship

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It was a gruelling interview during midterms. Jayden Parker was sleep-deprived after his exams and a long flight home to Bermuda, where a panel was grilling him on his strengths and weaknesses. Mostly his weaknesses.  “I walked out of there and thought, ‘I didn’t get it’,” says Parker, a fourth-year biomedical science student at the University of […]

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