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Nominations Open for Honorary Degree Recipients
Nominations Open for Honorary Degree Recipients
The Senate Honours and Awards Committee invites nominations for honorary degrees, the highest honour bestowed by the University. Details about the call for nominations, including the submission deadline, award guidelines and the nomination form, can be found on the University Secretariat website. For more information regarding the nomination process, contact Genevieve Gauthier, associate university secretary,
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MA Thesis Defence: Brady Fullerton
MA Thesis Defence: Brady Fullerton
Brady Fullerton, an MA student in the Department of Philosophy, will defend his thesis, "Does Art Bring Us Together? An Empirical Approach to the Evolutionary Aesthetics of Ellen Dissanayake." His advisor is Prof. Don Dedrick. Time: noon Location: MacKinnon Building, Room 346
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PhD Thesis Defence: Corey Sawkins
PhD Thesis Defence: Corey Sawkins
Corey Sawkins, a PhD candidate in the Department of Philosophy, will defend his thesis on "Explanation in High-level Theories in Physics." His advisor is Prof. Andrew Wayne. Time: 12 p.m. Location: MacKinnon Building, Room 346
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Nominations Open for Honorary Degree Recipients
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Library Tours
Library Tours
Drop in and take a 10-minute tour of the library. Besides books, we have comfy study spaces, Starbucks, programs to help you get a head start on academic work, and lots of people who can help you with research, writing, studying and technology. Tours begin every 15 minutes. Time: Sept. 6 from 1 to 5
Library Photo Booth
Library Photo Booth
Is there a better way to celebrate your first week of university than with a free photo from a photo booth? We don't think so. Come to the library for your free photo and also get the chance to have your library questions answered. Location: McLaughlin Library, first floor
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Hawk Identification Workshop
Hawk Identification Workshop
This workshop has been designed to help you develop your skills in identifying migrating hawks, falcons, vultures, eagles and osprey. Through a wide variety of hands-on activities, you'll learn about plumage, body shape, foraging techniques, flight patterns and migration times of 15 species. Location: Arboretum Centre
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Writing Tune-up Day 1
Writing Tune-up Day 1
This two-day Writing Tune-up: Grammar series is open to graduate and undergraduate students, faculty and staff at the University of Guelph and members of the Guelph community. Although you can attend either day, it is recommended that you start with Day 1. Date: Sept. 10 and 11 Time: 11 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. Location: McLaughlin
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Nominations Open for Honorary Degree Recipients
Nominations Open for Senate By-elections
Nominations Open for Senate By-elections
Nominations to the University of Guelph Senate open Sept. 8 and will be accepted until Sept. 16 at 3 p.m. By-elections will be held from Sept. 26 to 30 (ballots will be sent via Gryph Mail). Visit the University Secretariat’s website for more information and nomination forms.
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M.Sc. Thesis Defence: Abigail Van Riesen
M.Sc. Thesis Defence: Abigail Van Riesen
Abigail Van Riesen, an M.Sc. student in the Department of Chemistry, will defend her thesis on "Fluorescent Modified Nucleotides and Their Impact on Structure and Function of a Model Aptamer." Time: 9 a.m. Location: Science Complex, Room 1511
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MFA Exhibition – Prattle Combat
MFA Exhibition – Prattle Combat
Where: Boarding House Gallery, 6 Dublin St. S., Guelph Dates: Sept. 9 - 29 Opening Reception: Tuesday, Sept. 14, 6-9 p.m. Cost: Free MFA students present their work at the Boarding House Gallery in Guelph. Opening reception Sept. 14 at 6 p.m.
S.P.A.C.E (Safety Prevention Awareness Courtesy Education) Event
S.P.A.C.E (Safety Prevention Awareness Courtesy Education) Event
Location: Gordon and McGilvray Sts. Date: Tuesday, Sept. 14 Time: 8:00 a.m. - 10:00 a.m. Cyclists enter a safety zone in the bike lane and are greeted by an officer who quickly inspects their bicycle for Highway Traffic Act required safety equipment. If the cyclist is missing something (most times there is no sounding device,
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Thursday at Noon Concert Series Presents Pianist David Virelles
Thursday at Noon Concert Series Presents Pianist David Virelles
The Thursday at Noon Concert Series resumes Sept. 15 with a performance by David Virelles, a New York City-based Cuban pianist, featuring a selection of his compositions. Doors open at 11:45 a.m. Virelles is also performing at other venues during the Guelph Jazz Festival. Time: noon Location: Mackinnon 107
Shinrin-Yoku Walk
Shinrin-Yoku Walk
Join us for "forest bathing" (taking in the air of a forest), a gentle way of moving mindfully through nature. Led by experienced guide Ben Porchuk, the walk will open your senses and connect you to different ways nature can help align and heal you. Early bird fee is $55. Registration deadline is Sept. 7.
AGG Exhibition Opening Reception
AGG Exhibition Opening Reception
The Art Gallery of Guelph (AGG) presents three exhibitions: Mondes bricolés (Aug. 23 to Oct. 30); Blood, Sweat and Tears (Sept. 15 to Dec. 18); and Greg Denton: Hours (Sept. 15 to Dec. 18). The opening reception will take place Sept. 15 at 7 p.m. at AGG. Location: Art Gallery of Guelph
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Brexit and the Future of the EU
Brexit and the Future of the EU
This panel discussion will feature Prof. Paul Hamilton, Political Science, Brock University; Prof. Graeme Morton, History, University of Guelph; and Prof. Edward Koning, Political Science, University of Guelph. The moderator is Prof. Tamara Small, Political Science, University of Guelph. Location: MacKinnon Building, Room 226
Welcome Back Mixer for International Students
Welcome Back Mixer for International Students
Join the Office of Intercultural Affairs and the International Student Organization for our annual welcome back mixer for international students. Whether you're a returning or a new student, this is your chance to meet other international students and relax before the semester gets busy. Test your skills in trivia and win some awesome prizes! Location: University
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In Conversation With Alexandre Trudeau and Madeleine Thien
In Conversation With Alexandre Trudeau and Madeleine Thien
The College of Arts and the Eden Mills Writers' Festival are pleased to present "In Conversation With Alexandre Trudeau, author of Barbarian Lost: Travels in the New China, and Madeleine Thien, 2016 nominee for the Man Booker Prize and Giller Prize for Do Not Say We Have Nothing." Tickets are available in advance at The Bookshelf,
3 events,
Nominations Open for Honorary Degree Recipients
MFA Exhibition – Prattle Combat
Study Abroad Information Session
Study Abroad Information Session
The University of Guelph offers a wide variety of study abroad options for students in any program. Enhance your studies by participating in a semester abroad, exchange program or field school program. If you are interested in applying for a study abroad program for the summer 2017, fall 2017 or winter 2018 semesters, you must
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Growing Native Woody Plants From Seeds
Growing Native Woody Plants From Seeds
Learn how to grow your own native trees and shrubs. Characteristic seeds for the workshop will be collected while touring part of the Arboretum. We will show you techniques for cleaning, treating and sowing seeds, and how to protect them as seeds and young plants. A tour of the Arboretum's native plant nursery will help
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United Way Kick-off Barbecue
United Way Kick-off Barbecue
It's United Way season, and the campus community is invited to this year's kick-off event in Branion Plaza. This year marks the United Way's 76th anniversary in Guelph, Wellington and Dufferin. We are looking forward to celebrating the advocacy, camaraderie and commitment that U of G students, staff and faculty bring to the annual campaign, supporting the needs of our
Thursday at Noon Concert Presents Dévah Quartet
Thursday at Noon Concert Presents Dévah Quartet
Ever wonder how a band develops its sound? Join a time-lapse concert by Dévah Quartet as they take the audience on a journey through their seven-year evolution from a classical quartet to the electric prog-rock quartet they are today. Admission is free and everyone is welcome. Location: MacKinnon, Room 107
Lecture and Meetup on Open Agri-Food Data
Lecture and Meetup on Open Agri-Food Data
Nikos Manouselis, CEO Agroknow, presents “Towards a Global Data Ecosystem for Agriculture and Food," introducing some key open data initiatives in agriculture and food. The talk will be followed by an agri-food data meetup from 1 to 5 p.m. that is open to the public. This event is an introductory meeting for people interested in
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Philosophy Speaker Series
Philosophy Speaker Series
Nic Bommarito, assistant professor of philosophy at SUNY in Buffalo, NY, presents a talk on "Understanding Evil." Time: 3:30 p.m. Location: MacKinnon Building, Room 310
Ontario Universities’ Fair
Ontario Universities’ Fair
Join the University of Guelph and 20 other Ontario universities at this three-day event at the Metro Toronto Convention Centre. Speak with representatives about programs, campus life, finances and anything else you can think of that will help you with choosing a university. Time: 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. daily
Tree Identification Workshop
Tree Identification Workshop
This program will help you identify trees in Ontario. The focus will be on learning important identification characteristics. Difficult groups such as the cherry, oak and walnut families as well as easier groups such as ash and maple will be explored. The afternoon will be spent outside identifying trees in the forest and young cultivated
Take the Stress Out of IBS
Take the Stress Out of IBS
Learn strategies to decrease symptoms of irritable bowel syndrome (IBS) or a stressed stomach. This four-session program, offered by the Stress Management Clinic and the dietitian at Student Health Services, meets at noon on Fridays (Sept. 23 and 30, Oct. 14 and 21). The program fee is $10 for students and $40 for non-students. Location:
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Arboretum Workshop: Fall Landscape Photography
Arboretum Workshop: Fall Landscape Photography
Capture the best of the season with your camera and explore working in both colour and black and white. The early bird fee is $55 before Sept. 15. Location: Arboretum
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Nominations Open for Honorary Degree Recipients
MFA Exhibition – Prattle Combat
Study Abroad Information Session
The Role of Restaurants in Society
The Role of Restaurants in Society
A free panel discussion will also be held at 7 p.m. Sept. 26 at PJ’s in the Atrium with four of the award winners of the annual Food Innovation Awards, representing restaurants from across Canada, and four U of G professors. Profs. Lisa Duizer, Art Hill, Bruce McAdams and Statia Elliott will be on the
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Cafe Philosophique Cancelled
Library Carnival Open House
Library Carnival Open House
This student-focused event is intended to help students understand all the free services available to them at the library. Don't miss the photo booth, games, food and swag. Location: University Centre, main foyer
Relaxation and Stress Management Skills
Relaxation and Stress Management Skills
Learn to relax tight muscles, calm emotions, settle a busy brain, have more energy and perform better in a busy world. This 12-session program meets from 5:30 to 6:30 p.m. on both Tuesdays and Thursdays for six weeks. The fee is $40 for U of G students, $60 for members of USW Local 4120 and
Rebooting Canada’s Voting System
Rebooting Canada’s Voting System
Jean-Pierre Kingsley, former chief electoral officer (1990-2007), will discuss electoral reform in Canada. This is an extraordinary opportunity to hear one of Canada's most authoritative experts on electoral systems. If you are a skeptic about why we need change or what change could look like, this would be a good event to attend. Location: War
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PechaKucha Landscape Architecture Guest Lecture
PechaKucha Landscape Architecture Guest Lecture
The landscape architecture program in the School of Environmental Design and Rural Development presents the PechaKucha guest lecture. Landscape architects and designers will interpret, through 20 images, the topic of "Evolution Through Practice." Time: 11:30 a.m. Location: Landscape Architecture, Pit Lobby
Dial Down University Stress and Anxiety
Dial Down University Stress and Anxiety
What are students' most common anxiety escalators? Learn about these triggers, along with proven tips and strategies to decrease stress and anxiety in this free, one-hour workshop for university students provided by the Stress Management and High Performance Clinic. Time: 5:30 p.m. Location: University Centre, Room 335
P4E Career Fair 2016
P4E Career Fair 2016
The P4E Career Fair will be held at RIM Park in Waterloo with more than 200 employers from a variety of sectors in attendance. Students and alumni from all academic
Initiatives in Global Justice Speaker Series
Initiatives in Global Justice Speaker Series
Prof. Sharada Srinivasan, Canada Research Chair in Gender, Justice and Development, will discuss "Dynamics of Sex Selection Among Punjabis in Canada." Everyone is welcome. Location: MacKinnon Building, Room 230
Diet Dread? Try Ease Instead!
Diet Dread? Try Ease Instead!
Registered dietitian Alida Finnie is hosting a free event called "Eating for Wellness." Learn mindful eating tips and say goodbye to dieting. Location: John T. Powell Building, HPC Room 207
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Animal Behaviour and Welfare Seminar
Animal Behaviour and Welfare Seminar
Prof. Anita Tucker, Population Medicine, presents "The Place of Animals Within Indigenous Worldviews." This talk is part of the Campbell Centre for the Study of Animal Welfare Seminar Series. Time: 12:30 p.m. Location: OVC Lifetime Learning Centre, Room 1715
Cardiovascular Research Day Conference
Cardiovascular Research Day Conference
Distinguished Scientist speakers are leaders in the field of cardiovascular research. This conference will include: Dr. Lorrie Kirshenbaum, PhD Director of Research Development, Faculty of Health Sciences, University of Manitoba Canada Research Chair in Molecular Cardiology Professor, Physiology and Pathophysiology, Institute of CV Sciences, St. Boniface Centre "Molecular Regulation of Cardiac Cell Death" Dr. Zam
Thursday at Noon Concert Presents Pianist and Cellist Duo
Thursday at Noon Concert Presents Pianist and Cellist Duo
Canadian duo Heidi Wall, piano, and Miriam Stewart-Kroeker, cello, perform works by Debussy and Beethoven. Admission is free and everyone is welcome. Location: MacKinnon, Room 107
Better Sleep Program
Better Sleep Program
Learn how to decrease insomnia, fall asleep (or back to sleep) more easily, and get more energy from sleep using proven, drug-free strategies. This five-session program meets Thursdays from 7:30 to 8:30 p.m. The fee is $20 for U of G students, $25 for members of USW Local 4120 and $50 for all others. Location:
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States, State Formation and Why Conflict Resolution Fails
States, State Formation and Why Conflict Resolution Fails
This lecture is presented by Prof. Ian Spears, Political Science. Location: MacKinnon Building, Room 226
IDS Speaker Event
IDS Speaker Event
The International Development Studies (IDS) speaker series presents Charis Enns, doctoral fellow at the Balsillie School of International Affairs, who will discuss "Pipeline projects and rural politics in northern Kenya: