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Ridgetown Campus Hosting Open House Events in November

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The University of Guelph’s Ridgetown Campus is opening its doors to Grade 11 and 12 post-secondary students, transfer and mature students and their families, to discover career pathways and programs in plants, animals and the environment. Ridgetown’s open houses are a great way to discover the campus and connect with current students. Prospective students can […]

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Apply for Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion Funding by Nov. 7

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Students, faculty, and staff at U of G can now apply to the Office of Diversity and Human Rights for financial support for their amazing inclusion efforts through the Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion Enhancement Fund for the winter 2024 semester. This $200,000 fund is available to support initiatives that enhance equity, diversity, and inclusion and […]

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Food Science Prof Talks ‘Fried Rice Syndrome’ with People Magazine

Dr. Lawrence Goodridge

Dr. Lawrence Goodridge, professor of food science in the Ontario Agricultural College, shared his expertise with People magazine for a piece on how improper cooking and storing of food can lead to bacterial illness. Baccilus cereus, the bacteria species that causes “fried rice syndrome,” as it has been called on TikTok, can be found in […]

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Search Committee Formed for Vice-President (Research)

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A search committee has been established to support the search for the University’s next Vice-President (Research). In keeping with the Policy on University Appointments, the committee is comprised of members appointed by the Senate, Board of Governors and President. The Vice-President (Research) search committee comprises a cross-section of University community members as follows: Charlotte Yates, […]

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U of G’s Arrell Food Institute Director Appointed to UN Panel of Experts on Food Security

Dr. Evan Fraser

Dr. Evan Fraser, director of the Arrell Food Institute and professor of geography at the University of Guelph, has been appointed to the steering committee of the High-Level Panel of Experts on Food Security and Nutrition (HLPE-FSN) of the United Nations Committee on World Food Security (CFS).  The HLPE-FSN is the United Nations body for […]

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Call for Nominations – Provost & Vice-President (Academic) Search Committee

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The University of Guelph is commencing a search for its next Provost & Vice-President (Academic) and is calling for nominations for faculty, staff and students to serve on the search committee. The search process is commencing after the recent announcement that Dr. Gwen Chapman, Provost and Vice-President has shared her intention to retire from the […]

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U of G’s first IEDI Fair

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The Office of Diversity and Human Rights is hosting its first ever, Indigenization, Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion (IEDI) Resource Fair on Tuesday, October 31, 11:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. in the UC Courtyard. This will be an exciting opportunity for our campus community to come out and find out more about the amazing work underway […]

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U of G Ranked One of Top 150 Universities by Subject Globally

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The University of Guelph is among the top 150 universities in the world for life sciences, according to the 2024 Times Higher Education World University Rankings by Subject released today. For the second year, U of G moved up in the global rankings in the life sciences, placing in the 126-150 rank, its highest achieved […]

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We are GREAT at U of G

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The University of Guelph is a GREAT place to work!  GREAT in part because we are shining a spotlight on the importance of Gratitude, Recognition, and Employee Appreciation Together in our workplace. GREAT at U of G is an initiative designed to foster gratitude, recognition and appreciation for all faculty and staff at the University.  We […]

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Biology Prof Discusses Expanding Reach of National Parks

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Dr. Ryan Norris, a biology professor in the College of Biological Science, spoke with The Globe and Mail about a new initiative to buy up private land around 10 national parks for conservation efforts. The plan’s aim is to broaden the reach of some of Canada’s parks to nearby areas and increasing ecological connectivity for species at risk. “If you can increase […]

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Join U of G at the Royal: Discounted tickets now available

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The University of Guelph is pleased to join the 101st anniversary of the Royal Agricultural Winter Fair, happening November 3-12 at Exhibition Place, Toronto. The Fair celebrates the best in agriculture, local food and equestrian competition from across Canada and welcomes more than 300,000 visitors each year. As a long-standing foundational partner of the Fair, […]

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Expanded Community Fridge Meets Growing Need for U of G

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With a fresh look and a new location, the campus community fridge is expanding to meet the growing needs of the University of Guelph community. On the main floor of the University Centre, beside Subway, the fridge now stands alongside a newly built pantry decorated with a bright, colourful mural painted by Victoria Abballe, with […]

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Honeybee Researcher Discusses Vaccine With Canadian Press

Dr. Ernesto Guzman, a professor in the School of Environmental Sciences, was featured in The Canadian Press in an article examining the first ever vaccine for honeybees.  The vaccine helps prevent American foulbrood. Guzman explained what makes the disease so devastating and commented on the positive effect the vaccine could have. The article appeared in several dozen […]

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Computer Science Prof to Appear on CBC Marketplace

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Dr. Hassan Khan, computer science professor in the College of Engineering and Physical Sciences, will appear on an episode of CBC Marketplace.  Khan will appear in a report examining the security risks of bringing a cellphone or other electronic device in for repair. Khan, who researches computer security and human-computer interaction, recently led a study that found customers […]

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A Message from the Office of the President: Retirement of Dr. Gwen Chapman, Provost & Vice-President (Academic)

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It is with fondness but sadness that I share Dr. Gwen Chapman has made the decision to retire as Provost and Vice-President (Academic), as of July 31, 2024. Dr. Chapman joined the University of Guelph in 2016 as the dean of the College of Social and Applied Human Sciences (CSAHS) and was named Provost and […]

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U of G’s Dr. Gwen Chapman, Provost and Vice-President (Academic) to Retire July 2024

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Leadership Transition Planning to Begin The University of Guelph’s Provost and Vice-President (Academic), Dr. Gwen Chapman, is retiring from the role as of July 31, 2024. Dr. Chapman joined the University in 2016 as the dean of the College of Social and Applied Human Sciences (CSAHS). She was named interim provost and vice-president (academic) in […]

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IF 2023: Festival of Improvised Arts Returns to U of G 

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The International Institute for Critical Studies in Improvisation (IICSI) at the University of Guelph is set to launch the fourth annual edition of the 24-hour festival of improvised arts, IF 2023.   The free festival, to be held Friday, Oct. 20 through Saturday, Oct. 21, features improvised performances in Guelph’s newest state-of-the-art performance space, ImprovLab. Further […]

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U of G Offers New Bachelor of Creative Arts, Health and Wellness

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Bridging the fields of music, art and theatre with health care, the University of Guelph is launching a Bachelor of Creative Arts, Health and Wellness (BCAHW), the first program of its kind in Canada. U of G will welcome the program’s first cohort in the fall of 2024, making the interdisciplinary offering available at the […]

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A Message from Sharmilla Rasheed, VP, Finance and Operations: Support and Services for the U of G Community

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We are aware of the far-reaching impacts of the escalating violence in Israel and Gaza and of the concern members of our community may have for their safety and mental wellness. We want to remind you that the University takes the safety of our campus community seriously and has many measures in place to support […]

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World Food Day Event Features U of G Researchers  

Water is life, water is food, is the theme of this year’s World Food Day, a United Nations annual event that promotes action on the future of food. With the aim of raising awareness about the profound impact of water in our agri-food systems, University of Guelph and Arrell Food Institute researchers working at the intersection […]

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