Environmental Sustainability
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Strategic Area for Guelph
I agree with Nancy Morrison’s Dec. 9 letter to the editor that the University’s new sustainability website is impressive, and I look forward to U of G moving forward with its “green” commitment in the months ahead.
Regarding her concern about the University sending a representative to the official launch of the Hanlon Creek Business Park, it is important to note that U of G does not have an official position on the development of these City of Guelph lands. Rather, the University is invited to attend many city events and, likewise, welcomes city representatives to numerous University of Guelph functions such as convocation and groundbreaking ceremonies. This is an important component of our town-and-gown relationship with the greater Guelph community.
The University also works closely with the city on many environmental initiatives, including collaborating on campus conservation projects aimed at reducing water consumption and energy use, and teaming up to promote community energy planning.
Environmental sustainability is one of U of G’s strategic areas, and we will continue to take positive steps to focus this community on making changes that help reduce our collective carbon footprint and to develop new sustainable programs and activities. Most recently, I have established a Presidential Task Force on Sustainability (see story), which I believe will play a fundamental role in helping the University community work together to find ways to place fewer demands on our planet.
President Alastair Summerlee
Generosity Appreciated
Thank you to everyone who helped fill the tip jar and those who lent their voices during my holiday music fundraiser for the Guelph Humane Society in the University Centre courtyard. Scotiabank matched the $525 raised, bringing the total to $1,050 for the Feline Relief Fund. We appreciate your generosity.
Special Const. Jim Armstrong, Campus Community Police
It's Been A Wonderful 37-Year Journey
I would like to thank everyone who attended my retirement party. Special thanks go to the organizers and speakers. I truly appreciate the contributions towards a gift as well as the cards, emails, phone calls and visits. It’s been a wonderful 37- year journey.
Peter Landoni
Thanks For All Your Support
I want to thank everyone who sent me a beautiful card after the passing of my husband, George, Nov. 18. George wanted only his family and very close friends to know he had cancer. He wanted no pity. “After all,” he often said, “I’ve had more than 73 years of excellent health.”
With your support and smiling faces and the support of my family, I will be able to “get back on the roundabout” — a favourite saying of his — and enjoy my life again. Thank you all so very much, and I wish you all the best in the new year.
Jan Walker
At Guelph welcomes letters to the editor. They should be limited to 500 words and submitted electronically to Barbara Chance at b.chance@exec.uoguelph.ca.