History professor Dr. Matthew Hayday, professor in the College of Arts, discussed tensions around Canada Day with CTVNews.ca. Hayday said that Canada Day has always been controversial because it’s a country that is the product of different compromises and different groups living together. “It’s not surprising that the day celebrating the country is also going […]
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A University of Guelph student dedicated to volunteer work and civic advancement – and who hopes to become a veterinarian to help others – has just won a prestigious award. Dustin Neal, a second-year bachelor of science in agriculture student, has been named a Terry Fox Humanitarian Award scholar in recognition of their determination in […]
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Strengthening research and teaching ties between Canada and India is the goal of a new visiting chair in Indian studies at the University of Guelph announced during a campus visit on May 25 by Sanjay Kumar Verma, High Commissioner of India to Canada, and Apoorva Srivastava, Consul General of India (Toronto). The new chair […]
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Alexis Charles, coordinator of cultural diversity programs in Student Experience and an advocate for community and inclusion, has won this year’s Marilyn Langlois Student Affairs Staff Recognition Award. Presented annually by the Office of the Vice-Provost (Student Affairs), the award recognizes individuals for professionalism and excellence in their support of students, staff, faculty and community […]
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Dr. Evan Fraser, director of U of G’s Arrell Food Institute, and Dr. Thomas Graham, School of Environmental Sciences, made headlines this week discussing how Canada can begin to rely less on produce imported from areas of the U.S. struggling with drought. Fraser spoke to CBC Radio’s The Current and the Toronto Star about how the drought affecting […]
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As a University of Guelph neuroscientist who studies sex-based differences in the brain, Dr. Melissa Perreault is always thinking about biological sex. After attending an international conference where panellists discussed sex and gender inclusivity in brain research, the Ontario Veterinary College neuroscience professor began to think more broadly about how the sex and gender binaries […]
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The University of Guelph has named Nadim Kara as the new AVP and Chief Human Resources Officer. Kara steps into the role on June 1. “Nadim is a respected and seasoned HR leader who brings to his important role a breadth of skills and knowledge in the design and development of employee talent, recruitment, succession, […]
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The University of Guelph community is mourning the death of Nicki Edan, a Bachelor of Arts student studying criminal justice and public policy who passed away on May 9. A memorial service is planned for Friday, May 19. Condolences to Nicki’s family may be shared through the funeral home’s website. Campus flags will be lowered […]
The University’s normal business operations will be reduced on Monday, May 22 for Victoria Day. Normal operations resume Tuesday, May 23. What’s open and what’s closed Service areas open on Monday, May 22 include: Athletics Centre – reduced hours University Centre (excluding Brass Taps and The Lookout Patio + Grad Lounge) – main floor is […]
Convocation is a celebration of hard work and academic success, and it takes many members of the campus community to bring the events to life. The University’s newest members of the alumni family cross the stage June 13-16 and you are invited to be part of the special occasion. Faculty and staff play an important […]
The University of Guelph community is mourning the death of Weston Eckert, an area coordinator in Student Housing Services. There will be a celebration of life for Weston on Thursday, May 18, 2-5 p.m. in the Arboretum. Campus flags will be lowered to half-mast May 18 in Weston’s honour. Support services and initiatives are available […]
Students, faculty, and staff at U of G are invited to apply to the Office of Diversity and Human Rights’ Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion Enhancement Fund. This $200,000 fund is available to support new and exciting initiatives at U of G that enhance equity, diversity, and inclusion (EDI) and promote a culture of belonging on […]
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A new One Health Institute opportunity for undergraduate students aims to strengthen ties between researchers at the University of Guelph and McMaster University. The University of Guelph and McMaster University Undergraduate Summer Research Studentship supports an experiential research opportunity for a summer student. The award was established through a partnership between McMaster’s Global Nexus School […]
Researchers and staff with U of G’s Guelph Turfgrass Institute (GTI) spoke to several news outlets about why the “No Mow May” campaign is not great for Canadian lawns. Dr. Katerina Jordan, the GTI’s new director, former director Dr. Eric Lyons, and communications and outreach coordinator Sara Stricker explained why leaving a lawn to grow […]
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Systemic racism and social exclusion are to blame for a drinking water and sanitation crisis in high-income countries (HICs), says a University of Guelph researcher and co-author of a new international paper. Gaps in water and sanitation services in HICs worldwide stem not from a lack of resources or capacity but from environmental discrimination, systemic […]
Dr. Craig Johnson, professor in the Department of Political Science, spoke with CBC News online about the current state of global lithium mining. Johnson, who leads a research team examining lithium mining, discussed the current supply chain of the important metal, from extraction to processing, and noted that China has become the world’s most important […]
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A new $1-million research chair in an emerging field at the University of Guelph is intended to make agri-food production more efficient and ensure sustainable food production in Canada and around the world. The inaugural Arrell Family Chair in Behavioural and Experimental Economics will support students and seed projects and enable the hiring of a […]
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A geography professor in the University of Guelph’s College of Social and Applied Human Sciences will appear before a House of Commons committee to discuss concerns about foreign ownership and corporate concentration of fishing licences and quota. Dr. Jennifer Silver, Department of Geography, Environment and Geomatics, will provide expert testimony to the Standing Committee on […]
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If the aim of every great coach is to unlock a player’s full potential, then the Guelph Gryphons football coaches have four new reasons to celebrate. Not only have three University of Guelph Gryphon players been selected in the CFL Draft, but for the first time ever, a former Guelph Gryphon has been drafted into […]
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A vision by late University of Guelph food laureate Anita Stewart to create a day to celebrate Canadian food is set to become official. The Food Day in Canada Act (Bill S-227) passed in Parliament this week. Once the bill receives royal assent, the Saturday before the first Monday in August will officially be known […]
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