Professor emeritus Len Adams passed away July 27. Adams had been a professor in the School of Languages and Literatures (SOLAL) before retiring in 1995. He continued to be involved with U of G, serving as chair of the United Way campaign and winning the first University of Guelph Alumni Association employee volunteer award in […]

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The latest issue of Research, a magazine produced by the Office of Research, focuses on the many ways U of G research reaches across disciplines and across countries. Titled “What the World Needs Now,” the magazine includes articles under the four pillars of the University’s BetterPlanet Project: communities, heath, food and environment. Articles range from […]

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The Council of Ontario Universities (COU) has launched http://mycareerinfo.ca/, a website designed to help students, graduates and entry-level employees match their education, skills and goals to jobs. The website is intended to complement career services already offered by Ontario universities. “Universities teach our students so much more than what the name of their degree suggests. […]

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For the first time, U of G is offering an online course in DNA barcoding. The introductory-level, eight-week course provides a basic understanding of DNA-based approaches for species identification and discovery. It’s offered through the Office of Open Learning and Educational Support. Some of the topics discussed will include history of species identification, the steps […]

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Prof. Clarence Swanton, Department of Plant Agriculture, has been honoured by Bayer Canada Inc. for his research in crop protection and weed science. To celebrate its 150th anniversary, Bayer presented awards to 23 Canadians who have made a mark on society through science and innovation.  Swanton was recognized for his expertise in weed ecology and […]

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The successes of the five-year-long Animal Health Strategic Investment that involved the University of Guelph are highlighted in a new magazine. The $7.5-million program was overseen by the Animal Health Laboratory and Laboratory Services Division, and was run through the University’s partnership with the Ontario Ministry of Agriculture and Food and the Ministry of Rural […]

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