Dr. Simon Somogyi, an agribusiness researcher in the Gordon S. Lang School of Business and Economics, discussed with the Toronto Star how consumers are trying to adapt to still-rising food prices. Somogyi said while some people are eating less, demand has not dropped far enough to lessen food prices. “We all have to eat,” he said. Discussing […]
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With Ottawa currently discussing a federal plan to reduce Canadian greenhouse gases, research by University of Guelph environmental scientists suggests that planting cover crops may help farmers mitigate greenhouse gas emissions from soil. The team’s field experiments showed for the first time that planting cover crops such as red clover to protect and enrich soil […]
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Computing and Communications Services (CCS) continues to investigate and resolve an incident that is impacting University systems. Since the incident was first identified, CCS has restored service to many affected systems. Work continues diligently to restore full functionality to IT systems. We appreciate your patience with these service interruptions and are grateful for the community’s support […]
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Dear U of G students, This weekend’s Homecoming is an opportunity for us all to show our pride in the University of Guelph. When you joined U of G, you became part of a larger community both on and off campus. This weekend, please remember that your actions affect those around you. Be respectful of […]
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Ontario Agricultural College food economist Dr. Mike von Massow, and Arrell Food Institute director Dr. Evan Fraser discussed high food prices with The Globe and Mail. Von Massow explained why transportation and weather are still driving up costs, adding that as inflation rates dropped, many “had hoped to begin to see some relief.” Fraser noted […]
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The federal government will invest more than $1.1 million in 11 University of Guelph research projects, ranging from clean energy to food spoilage to Indigenous environmental health. The Canada Foundation for Innovation (CFI) will fund the projects through its John R. Evans Leaders Fund, which helps universities recruit and retain outstanding faculty and provides researchers […]
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This weekend’s football Homecoming is a game steeped in tradition, a celebration for students and a moment to reunite for alumni. For father-and-son University of Guelph football coaches Pat and Ryan Sheahan, it takes on extra meaning. This is the first football season in which the two are coaching together, but it isn’t the […]
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The University of Guelph’s annual United Way campaign launched today, kicking off a three-month-long effort to raise $575,000 for this important local charity. Leading this year’s campaign are staff co-chair Elaine Fenner and faculty co-chair Mike von Massow. “I’m proud of the role that U of G has historically played in supporting our local community […]
A weekly on-campus food market offering fresh fruit and vegetables at affordable prices is returning to the University Centre. Starting Thursday, Sept. 22 at noon, the Campus Market will be back to give University of Guelph community members a chance to shop for fresh, and some organic, produce at flexible prices. The market launched last […]
Dr. Nita Chhinzer, an organizational management researcher in the Gordon S. Lang School of Business and Economics, spoke with Insider on how quiet quitting affects BIPOC (Black, Indigenous and People of Colour) employees. “Quiet quitting is a privilege that is afforded to people who have some perception that they have power at work, that their […]
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Dr. Bruce McAdams, a professor in the Gordon S. Lang School of Business and Economics, discussed how tipping etiquette is changing on an episode of CBC Radio’s Cross Country Checkup. McAdams explained how tipping has transformed from a reward for good service to a method of subsidizing lower-paid jobs, before noting businesses need to be […]
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College of Arts historian Dr. Catherine Carstairs provided her thoughts on the first stage of the federal government’s dental care plan to The Canadian Press. The benefits program should be improved to better meet people’s needs, especially since “there’s really quite a blending” of cosmetic and medical procedures in dentistry, said Carstairs in the article […]
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A University of Guelph social psychologist has won a notable prize recognizing comical scientific achievements for his research that can help determine when people are lying in their gossip. Dr. Patrick Barclay, a professor in the University of Guelph’s College of Social and Applied Human Sciences (CSAHS), was one of several scientists who were announced […]
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Dr. Graham Taylor, a professor in the College of Engineering and Physical Sciences, has been named research director at the Vector Institute, an independent, not-for-profit corporation dedicated to the research and advancement of artificial intelligence (AI). Vector, based in Toronto, was launched in 2017 with funding from the federal and provincial governments, industry sponsors and […]
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The University continues to work toward resolving the ongoing IT systems incident. Your patience is appreciated. Action Required – Password Reset at Next Log In As a reminder: to help address this issue, all U of G students, faculty and staff are required to change their central login account (Single Sign-On) password as soon as […]
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U of G will raise the Métis flag in recognition of Powley Day on Sept. 19. Powley Day marks the Supreme Court of Canada’s decision to recognize Métis harvesting rights as protected under the Constitution. Students, staff and faculty are invited to gather at the Indigenous Student Centre from 10 to 11 a.m. on Sept. […]
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I am deeply saddened to learn of the hateful vandalism that was found following a classroom break-in early this morning. I want the University community to know that hatred in any form – including anti-Black and misogynistic sentiments as appeared in this case – have no place at the University of Guelph and will not […]
The University continues to work toward resolving the ongoing systems incident. Your patience is appreciated. Action Required To help address this issue, all U of G students, faculty and staff are required to change their central login account (Single Sign-On) password as soon as possible. If your password is not changed, your account may be […]
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Dr. Susan Bell Chiblow, assistant professor at the Ontario Agricultural College, wrote an opinion piece for CBC’s The Passionate Eye to accompany a documentary-style feature on the impact glyphosate – an herbicide used to kill plants and weeds – is having on Indigenous communities and their way of life. “It is my responsibility to be […]
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Computing and Communications Services (CCS) continues to investigate an incident that is impacting multiple University systems. We are working diligently to resolve the situation and return systems to normal operation. As the situation evolves, the information below may change. We will continue to provide you with updates through email and on the Intranet. CourseLink Restored […]
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