UPDATE 02/03: The University of Guelph continues to monitor the number of self-reported cases of norovirus in residence. There is no longer evidence of continued spread in the residence community. The University of Guelph is aware of students living in residence on campus who are experiencing gastroenteritis caused by norovirus. This virus can be easily […]
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Dr. Evan Fraser, director of the Arrell Food Institute, discussed automated harvesting and the future of agriculture with The Globe and Mail. […]
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Dr. Ali Dehghantanha, Canada Research Chair in Cybersecurity and Threat and professor in the School of Computer Science, spoke to Newsweek about a cybersecurity breach of the U.S. Department of the Treasury. […]
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Speaking to National Post, Dr. Jacqueline Murray, professor emerita in the College of Arts, discussed the history behind many Christmas traditions. […]
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By Jill Moffatt, PhD candidate at Laurentian University; Drs. Andrea Bundon, professor at the University of British Columbia; Ann Pegoraro, Lang Chair in Sport Management and professor at the Gordon S. Lang School of Business and Economics, University of Guelph; and Kerry McGannon, professor at Laurentian University. This article is republished from The Conversation Canada under a […]
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Dr. Scott Weese, infectious disease specialist in the Ontario Veterinary College, spoke to NBC News about the presence of bird flu in cat food in the United States. […]
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Dr. Sean Lyons, professor in the Gordon S. Lang School of Business and Economics, spoke to Toronto Star about the role of media and marketing in creating generational identities. He also discussed generation Beta with Global News. […]
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Dr. Lawrence Goodridge, director of the Canadian Research Institute for Food Safety, spoke to multiple news outlets about safely preparing and storing holiday food, including Toronto Star, CBC News and National Post. Dr. Keith Warriner, professor in the Department of Food Science, also discussed holiday food safety with CBC News. […]
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Speaking to Global News, Dr. Mike von Massow, professor in the Department of Food, Agriculture and Resource Management, discussed the cost of holiday staples like turkey, stuffing and vegetables. […]
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Speaking to the Toronto Star, Dr. Rozita Dara, professor in the School of Computer Science, discussed the possible risks of sharing location data on lost luggage with airlines. […]
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Dr. Lawrence Goodridge, director of the Canadian Research Institute for Food Safety, spoke to The Globe and Mail about inspections of food production plants. He also discussed third-party audits of food production facilities with The Globe and Mail. […]
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Improving winter road safety and reshaping how we control waterborne diseases are the themes of two University of Guelph research projects that have received funding through the Ontario Research Fund (ORF). This funding is part of more than $92 million invested by the Ontario government to support research projects at universities, colleges, research institutes and research […]
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As the December snow gathers on the Gryphon beak, we reflect on the moments that sparked curiosity and captivated the University of Guelph community and beyond. From milestone anniversaries to groundbreaking research, these are the standout stories that made 2024 a year to remember. U of G celebrates landmark anniversaries U of G celebrated its rich […]
Dr. Samantha Brennan, dean of the College of Arts, spoke to The Atlantic about how the holiday season can be overwhelming, encouraging people to find new traditions as they evolve. […]
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Though the holidays can be the most refreshing part of the year, they can also bring unexpected grief for our companion animals, says Sarah Bernardi, a veterinary social worker at the University of Guelph. “Holidays often bring up nostalgia and reflection, which can heighten awareness of loved ones, human or animal, who are no longer […]
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Speaking to The Globe and Mail, Dr. Keith Warriner, professor in the Department of Food Science, discussed deadly listeria outbreaks. He also discussed third-party audits of food production facilities with The Globe and Mail. […]
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The holidays are a time to gather with friends and family over a large meal, but it could mean overpreparing food and sending some into the landfill. Dr. Jess Haines, co-director of the Guelph Family Health Study (GFHS) and a professor in the Department of Family Relations and Applied Nutrition, says holiday hosts with a […]
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The University of Guelph will soon begin work to install a commemorative garden in the space currently occupied by the DM Rutherford Family Conservatory. The Conservatory has been closed to the public since November 2023 due to significant safety concerns posed by widespread wood rot, which has resulted from the building’s consistently high humidity levels […]
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The University of Guelph, City of Guelph Wastewater Services, and Wellington-Dufferin-Guelph Public Health have partnered to support the continuation of wastewater monitoring of COVID-19, influenza and more in the city of Guelph. This new agreement will see a team of U of G researchers under the direction of Dr. Lawrence Goodridge and Dr. Marc Habash provide […]
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The University’s normal business operations will be reduced starting Monday, Dec. 23 for the annual winter closure, opening again on Thursday, Jan. 2, 2025. Winter semester classes begin on Monday, Jan. 6, 2025. What’s open During the winter break, some service areas at the University of Guelph remain open with reduced holiday hours. Please check […]
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