Dr. Asim Biswas, a professor in the School of Environmental Sciences within the Ontario Agricultural College, has been awarded the 2023 Steacie Prize, one of Canada’s most prestigious awards for researchers 40 years old or younger. The award is named in memory of E.W.R. Steacie, a physical chemist and former president of the National Research […]
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In recent years, as health and wellness programs have become part of work life, companies have turned to animals to provide rest and reprieve from the demands of the job. Now, a new research project from the University of Guelph is looking at what kind of impact those furry friends can have on health care […]
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March 31 marks the International Transgender Day of Visibility, a day to celebrate trans, two-spirit, & non-binary folks and their dynamic contributions to our communities. It’s a time to stand united against transphobia and discrimination and create safe, inclusive & respectful spaces where trans individuals feel safe to live visible and authentic lives. Over the […]
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A strategic plan is more than just a set of goals, it is a vision for the future. It enables us to focus our combined efforts towards a common objective. As we come together to achieve the vision laid out in Our Time: University of Guelph Strategic Plan 2022-27, we want to celebrate how our […]
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On Monday, April 8, the Moon will move between the Earth and the Sun and a partial solar eclipse will appear in the University of Guelph locations approximately between 2 p.m. and 4:30 p.m. with the maximum eclipse at around 3:18 p.m. The University reminds its community members that it is dangerous to look directly […]
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The University of Guelph community is mourning the death of Dr. Theresa Bernardo, a professor in the Department of Population Medicine, Ontario Veterinary College, who passed away March 13, 2024. A Celebration of Life will be held at Mykonos Restaurant located at 572 Adelaide Street North in London, Ontario, on March 30, 2024 from 2 […]
The cost of filling Easter baskets with chocolate is set to soar in the coming years, economists say. But a University of Guelph food scientist says he and colleagues are working on solutions. Dr. Alejandro Marangoni is a professor in the Department of Food Science and the Canada Research Chair in Food, Health and Aging. […]
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In Spring of 2023, we introduced our strategic vision for the next five years – Our Time. Inspired by our mission, Our Time builds on our existing strengths as one of Canada’s top research-intensive universities. It charts a course forward that empowers our students, faculty, and staff, while putting bold ideas into action. Informed by […]
The Our Time Roadmap outlines our strategy for how we will accomplish the five key priorities and one enabler named in Our Time: Strategic Plan 2022-2027. To help translate these high-level goals into realizable objectives, the Roadmap sets out Key Performance Indicators (KPIs) by which we can track our progress. What is a KPI? Key […]
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What’s your place in the world? It’s not a question commonly posed by a scientist. But it’s central for Dr. Shelby Bohn, the University of Guelph artist and post-doctoral researcher leading College Royal’s 100th anniversary mural. The mural design was revealed during this year’s College Royal, U of G’s annual open house. It will be the latest […]
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Physical Resources will conduct its Annual Campus Electrical Shutdown on Saturday April 27 and Sunday April 28. The shutdowns run each day from 7 a.m. to 7 p.m. On April 27, the shutdown will affect the entire campus except for the Ontario Veterinary College (OVC) area. On April 28, the shutdown will affect only the […]
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World Water Day for global leaders in groundwater research isn’t like Christmas; it’s more like a typical Friday. There are many other Fridays during which this team does the thankless but critical work needed for us to turn on the tap and drink. This one just has a name. Like groundwater – the water systems under […]
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For more than 20 years, the Indigenous Student Centre (ISC) at the University of Guelph has been a space that provides academic, cultural and personal growth for hundreds of First Nations, Inuit, and Métis students. This milestone will be commemorated at this year’s annual Celebration of Indigenous Achievement. Hosted by the ISC, the Celebration is […]
A message from Indira Naidoo-Harris, AVP, Diversity and Human Rights. On the International Day for the Elimination of Racial Discrimination we are reminded of the crucial importance of identifying, addressing, and standing against racism and hatred in our communities. It’s a day to reflect on how far we’ve come, and acknowledge how far we have […]
This academic year, the award-winning Indigenous Student Centre (ISC)* at the University of Guelph is celebrating its 20th anniversary. Established in October 2003, the ISC has been a cornerstone in fostering the academic, cultural and personal growth of First Nations, Inuit, and Métis students at U of G. As we commemorate this milestone, we look […]
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Following negotiations, the University of Guelph and CUPE 3913, the union that represents teaching assistants, graduate service assistants and sessional lecturers, have reached a tentative renewal agreement. The tentative agreement addresses many key priorities for both sides, including job security, compensation, equity, and measures in support of mental health. Negotiating committees for the University […]
What do mushroom-based meat alternatives, shredded carbon fiber made from old hockey sticks and biodegradable seaweed bandages have in common? They’re a few of many exciting prototypes coming to the University of Guelph’s student competition Project SOY Plus, which will seek the best products for building a sustainable economy. This Thursday, March 21, undergraduates, graduates and […]
Prosperity and peace rely on water. On March 22, the United Nations celebrates World Water Day, a day to celebrate water and inspire action to tackle the global water crisis. This year’s theme, Water for Peace, draws attention to the ways that water can create peace or spark conflict. When water is scarce or polluted, […]
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On March 14, about 150 members of the University of Guelph and the community gathered at the Centre for Biodiversity Genomics (CBG) to celebrate the remarkable global contribution of Dr. Paul Hebert and the Centre. Hebert developed DNA barcoding, which can identify millions of animals on the planet using a short segment of DNA. Known […]
A total solar eclipse, like the one coming Monday Apr. 8, 2024, has not been seen in eastern Ontario since 1925. No wonder school’s out. Orbax, a physicist and science communicator at the University of Guelph’s College of Engineering and Physical Sciences, says the upcoming eclipse marks a “legitimate once-in-a-lifetime opportunity.” “The eclipse’s path cuts its way […]
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