Strong writing skills can open doors to new opportunities! Join us as we ask Dr. Rochelle Pereira-Alvares about the demands writing policy in different industries. Here is Dr. Pereira-Alvares' bio: Rochelle Pereira-Alvares is an experienced policy professional with strong analytical and research skills. Since graduating from the University of Guelph in 2014 with a doctorate

About the exhibit The Highlands occupy outsized space in the study of Scottish tourism history. The country’s great cities, and especially Edinburgh, the ‘Athens of the North’, have long attracted visitors. As the industries of the country grew, concentrated in its ‘Central Belt’, they attracted travelers, too. But for many the ‘Caledonian tour’ was above

When planning to publish your work, knowing how, when, and what to communicate with a journal editor can increase your chances of acceptance and open new opportunities. This two-part session will cover key correspondence—before, during, and after submitting your manuscript, followed by a discussion on how to understand and negotiate your publishing contracts. We'll have

Discover a framework for solving problems in work and in life! In this session, you will work alongside your peers to develop strategies for articulating problems and providing solutions in writing. This workshop will be facilitated by Ian McGinty. Ian brings extensive knowledge of business and leadership. At General Motors, Ian progressed to leading employee

Learn how a one-page recommendation can be a succinct and compelling way to influence positive change in organizations! Decision makers appreciate clear, brief, and well structured recommendations to prioritize key

Learn and practice various oral communication skills and strategies in academic/professional settings. This program provides support for undergraduate and graduate students, postdoctoral scholars, and visiting scholars who use Jan 28:

Do you speak English as an additional language? Would you like to meet new people while practicing your reading, writing, and speaking skills in English? Please join us for Read, Write, Talk! This workshop series is modelled on standard ESL classes, with thematic lessons featuring readings and recordings on fascinating topics. Lesson activities are highly

Learn and practice various oral communication skills and strategies in academic/professional settings. This program provides support for undergraduate and graduate students, postdoctoral scholars, and visiting scholars who use Jan 28: Summarizing Research in Presentations  Feb 4: Practicing Workplace Speaking Strategies  Feb 11: Communicating with Professors, Supervisors and Students Feb 25: Building Presentation Skills Mar 4:

Do you speak English as an additional language? Would you like to meet new people while practicing your reading, writing, and speaking skills in English? Please join us for Read, Write, Talk! This workshop series includes readings and recordings on fascinating topics. You will expand your language skills while connecting with peers and having fun.

Would you like to learn more about presentation skills and strategies to use in academic settings? The workshop for graduate students will offer strategies and information for academic presentations, including: Preparing to present at defenses and conferences Engaging the audience Designing slides Answering audience questions This workshop is best suited for grad students and upper

Learn and practice various oral communication skills and strategies in academic/professional settings. This program provides support for undergraduate and graduate students, postdoctoral scholars, and visiting scholars who use Jan 28: Summarizing Research in Presentations  Feb 4: Practicing Workplace Speaking Strategies  Feb 11: Communicating with Professors, Supervisors and Students Feb 25: Building Presentation Skills Mar 4:

Do you speak English as an additional language? Would you like to meet new people while practicing your reading, writing, and speaking skills in English? Please join us for Read, Write, Talk! This workshop series includes readings and recordings on fascinating topics. You will expand your language skills while connecting with peers and having fun.

Black History Month - Documentary Screening: "We Were Here: The Untold History of Black Africans in Renaissance Europe” Followed by Q&A with Director Fred Kudjo Kuwornu Join the College of Arts for a screening of the documentary, "We Were Here: The Untold History of Black Africans in Renaissance Europe," on February 5 from 2:30 p.m.

Do any of these words resonate with you: procrastination, perfectionism, and/or impostor phenomenon? Come to this workshop to learn more about how to manage some of the most common experiences that graduate students have. Learn practical skills and strategies to help you reduce procrastination and understand how perfectionism and the impostor phenomenon may affect your work

Join the Office of Teaching and Learning in celebrating Black History Month with a screening of award-winning filmmaker Shelley Jarrett’s latest documentary, What We Deserve – Restorative Justice and Reparation. This compelling film delves into over 400 years of the British monarchy’s involvement in the transatlantic slave trade and colonialism, offering a powerful exploration of

In this hands-on workshop, participants will use everyday objects such as LEGO, Playdough, and string to visualize data. Through interactive activities, attendees will learn the basics of data visualization, what it means to place data feminism at the heart of your data visualizations, and gain new perspectives on representing information. This session is great for

Are you a new transfer student at U of G looking to upgrade your academic skills? Join Student Experience and Writing & Learning Services for an academic skills workshop designed with transfer students in mind. Whether you are transferring from a college and learning how to write university papers, or are transferring into a new

Learn and practice various oral communication skills and strategies in academic/professional settings. This program provides support for undergraduate and graduate students, postdoctoral scholars, and visiting scholars who use Jan 28: Summarizing Research in Presentations  Feb 4: Practicing Workplace Speaking Strategies  Feb 11: Communicating with Professors, Supervisors and Students Feb 25: Building Presentation Skills Mar 4:

Have midterms coming up? Don't know how to study for them? Join the Library and the START team for our workshop on midterm study skills. This workshop will cover some helpful tips and tricks to improve your studying. Please register on GryphLife. Questions? Email learning@uoguelph.ca.

Did you know that Guelph was the first place in Ontario to have a Black principal? Have you heard about the work of a University of Guelph librarian, who used her love of books as a base for community work and scholarly engagement? Join the University of Guelph's Office of Teaching and Learning in celebrating