In this workshop, we’ll learn further GIS tools, work with tables, and begin working with raster data. Participants are expected to have strong familiarity with ArcGIS before registering in this workshop. ArcGIS is a Geographic Information System (GIS); a software program for working with maps and geographic data. A GIS allows you to work with

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:

When all is said and done, how do you know it worked? Go beyond the anecdote and learn to use evaluation techniques to assess the impact of your knowledge mobilization efforts. After attending this workshop, participants will be able to: Summarize the steps involved in evaluating KTT Discuss common challenges and best practices in KTT

CARE-AI is concerned about the negative impact of AI on creative fields, including creative writing. We invite you to our special evening event featuring author Sean Michaels. We are hoping this session will spur further thinking about the potential constructive use of AI in the creative writing process but also highlight the importance of appropriate compensation, copyright

A book review is a popular choice for graduate students aiming to make their first solo entry into scholarly publishing. Whether you're considering reviewing a book or simply want to learn how it's done, this workshop is for you. We'll discuss how to identify a suitable book to review, communicate with a journal editor, as

The Landscape Architecture program in the School of Environmental Design and Rural Development presents a special lecture symposium entitled “Climate Action – Reflections of Public Spaces and Waterfront Development" with Marc Ryan of Public Work and Shannon Baker of Waterfront Toronto. All are welcome to attend the lecture and discussion.

Canada has signed and ratified key international agreements including on disability, Indigenous rights, race, the environment, economic and social rights and others. Reports from civil society organizations and researchers suggest that the implementation of these agreements is only partial, resulting in fewer supports and services for people with disabilities in Canada and abroad, and more

Honouring Legacy, Claiming Belonging, and Embracing Hope Join Dr. Bonny Ibhawoh, Vice-Provost for International Affairs at McMaster University for an inspiring talk on legacy, hope and belonging. With a distinguished career and leadership in human rights across Africa, Europe, the United States, and Canada, Dr. Ibhawoh brings a wealth of knowledge and a unique global

Please join Guelph Dance and the International Institute for Critical Studies in Improvisation (IICSI) for an evening of dance with Newton Moraes and Meryem Alaoui at the ImprovLab. The program features two solo works by these fantastic artists. Newton Moraes and Meryem Alaoui February 28, 2025: 7:30 PM ImprovLab (University of Guelph) Tickets: $10 or

In his talk, Fron Reilly will demonstrate his latest musical instrument—the fron2, a ten-string rotating bowed zither—and he will tell the story of its creation. He will also delve into the acoustics of how it produces its unique sound and what distinguishes that sound from electronically generated sounds. Afterward, audience members will be invited to

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:

This workshop is designed to discuss strategies for establishing yourself as the author of your work. You’ll develop skills in framing the interpretation of analysis or findings, emphasizing the novelty of your work or your contribution to knowledge, and guiding your readers effectively through the text. Being present in your writing demonstrates your competence and

One Health Seminar with Dan Kraus Canada is one of 196 countries committed to reversing the loss of nature through the Global Biodiversity Framework. Implementing the framework to solve complex challenges will require innovative solutions, new approaches, and unexpected alliances. Dan Kraus will share insights into the current state of nature conservation in Canada, including

You will learn about what procrastination is and why it's so difficult to overcome. You will be guided through a task-framing exercise where you will apply the Pomodoro technique. You will have the opportunity to reflect and put the skills into practice during the workshop. This workshop is part of the Canada-wide Procrastination Awareness Week

Looking for a statistics tune-up using SPSS? Come to the sixth workshop in our 11-part series to teach you the basics! In SPSS micro 6: Independent samples t-test, you will learn the data type required for the test, check the assumptions for the test, and conduct both an independent samples t-test and a Wilcoxon signed-rank

Learn how to "pitch" your research! Share your complex ideas effectively in a concise format and/or practice presenting your research to an audience. To help you prepare, we are offering an interactive workshop series. Register now to participate in one or both workshops. Workshop 1 – Preparing Your Pitch : February 11, 2 p.m. to

Looking for a statistics tune-up using SPSS? Come to the sixth workshop in our 11-part series to teach you the basics! In SPSS micro 6: Independent samples t-test, you will

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

Join us for a compelling talk exploring the Canadian correctional system, beginning with Howard Saper's personal reflection on the wrongful conviction of Steven Truscott. This discussion will examine the realities

With funds received from family and friends of the late Fred Presant, the OAC Alumni Foundation supports the F.W. Presant Memorial Lecture series, which features internationally recognized experts to speak

Do you ever wonder about the writing demands placed on scientists working in the private sector?  Join us virtually as we ask Dr. Travis Francis to share his experiences and advice!  See

Project Soy Plus - Sustainable Opportunities for You Join us for the Project SOY Plus 2025 Finale Open House, celebrating innovation at the intersection of art and sustainability! This event

Looking for a statistics tune-up using SPSS? Come to the sixth workshop in our 11-part series to teach you the basics! In SPSS micro 6: Independent samples t-test, you will

Ready to refresh your wardrobe—for free? Drop in anytime between noon to 5 p.m. on Friday, March 21 at the Art Gallery of Guelph for a curated clothing swap hosted

Join us on Friday March 21, from 1 to 4 p.m. in Richards 3504, University of Guelph for our annual celebration of World Water Day! 🌍 The theme for this

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

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

This seminar will bring together two solitudes: multi-stakeholder platforms, and utilization-focused evaluation. In recent years, the field of program evaluation has shifted attention from the conventional and dominant focus on accountability (verifying outcomes) to striking a balance with learning-oriented evaluation. The more recent learning-focused approaches are collaborative, process-oriented, and in tune with systems change. The

The John F. Wood Centre is excited to announce the return of the LaunchLab Expo, a showcase of the next generation of student entrepreneurs! The LaunchLab Expo showcases the innovative ventures of student founders from the Hub Incubator’s LaunchLab program. The event provides a platform for these emerging entrepreneurs to present their ideas, field questions,

Raise a cup (the Grey Cup) with the Toronto Argonauts on March 27. Join us at Craft Kitchen and Ale House from 3 p.m. to 5 p.m. for a celebration with the 2025 Grey Cup Winners. Take your photo with the Grey Cup and meet some of the Argos team. And don’t miss your chance

Looking for a statistics tune-up using SPSS? Come to the sixth workshop in our 11-part series to teach you the basics! In SPSS micro 6: Independent samples t-test, you will learn the data type required for the test, check the assumptions for the test, and conduct both an independent samples t-test and a Wilcoxon signed-rank

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

The Department of Chemistry is hosting an undergraduate chemistry, biochemistry and related area students in Ontario (and neighbouring provinces/areas) conference. This event will showcase the research conducted by our province's undergraduate researchers, but also provide an opportunity for these students to discuss their research while networking and forming new collaboration among attendees. Join us for

“An adept improviser can find ways forward amid impasse, agency amid oppression, and community amid division.” – The Improviser’s Classroom Join us on April 3, 2025 at ImprovLab for a full-day symposium investigating ways to re-imagine pedagogy through the prisms of activism, reciprocity, and communal care. This free, open-to-everyone event is focused around the launch

Butterflies on the Brink: The Story of the Mottled Duskywing tells the story of a University of Guelph project to reintroduce an endangered butterfly. The documentary will be screened at the Bookshelf Cinema in downtown Guelph on March 29 at 4:30 p.m. and April 3 at 7 p.m. Butterflies on the Brink follows the research