Prud’homme Level 1 Beer Certification
Macdonald Stewart Hall 42 Macdonald St, Guelph, Ontario, CanadaThis introductory course in beer education is designed for participants interested in furthering their knowledge and interest in beer. The focus will be on brewing ingredients and processes, tasting concepts, pouring and serving concepts (including an introduction to draught systems) and food and beer pairings. The 4-week course will be held on Tuesday evenings from
Prud’homme Level 1 Beer Certification
Macdonald Stewart Hall 42 Macdonald St, Guelph, Ontario, CanadaThis introductory course in beer education is designed for participants interested in furthering their knowledge and interest in beer. The focus will be on brewing ingredients and processes, tasting concepts, pouring and serving concepts (including an introduction to draught systems) and food and beer pairings. The 4-week course will be held on Tuesday evenings from
Gryphon Grocery Bus
We are excited to announce that the University of Guelph is piloting the Gryphon Grocery Bus – a new, free service that will take students directly to and from food stores in Kitchener. The Gryphon Grocery Bus will take folks from the University Centre Platform 12B to Kitchener. The bus will arrive at 9:55 a.m. and
Pond Workshop (In-Person)
Ponds teem with a diversity of organisms that conduct their lives largely unseen below the surface. This workshop will kick off with a slide show that will dive beneath the surface to reveal some of these fascinating creatures including frogs, fairy shrimp and salamanders. The importance of vernal pools will be highlighted. These temporary ponds
Arboretum Spring Clean-Up
Join us as we celebrate Earth month by helping us clean-up the litter in the Arboretum and enjoy the beautiful weather that Spring brings! Bring a colleague or even your whole team. Individuals will be put in pairs or groups of three as we clean the Arboretum. Gloves, pickers, and garbage bags will be provided.
Leading Sustainability at U of G: Discussions to Take Action
Join us for an inspiring and interactive workshop designed to empower University of Guelph staff to take meaningful action towards sustainability in their personal and professional lives. In this workshop, Samantha Casey from the University of Guelph Sustainability Office will lead you through practical strategies and actionable steps for integrating sustainability practices into your daily
Prud’homme Level 1 Beer Certification
This introductory course in beer education is designed for participants interested in furthering their knowledge and interest in beer. The focus will be on brewing ingredients and processes, tasting concepts, pouring and serving concepts (including an introduction to draught systems) and food and beer pairings. The 4-week course will be held on Tuesday evenings from
Arboretum Noon Hour Walk
Nature is known to be unpredictable and unexpected, so what awaits us today? Christa, The Arboretum's Naturalist Intern, will be leading one-hour long walks every Wednesday. Walks start at The Arboretum kiosk at the Campus entrance to the Arboretum at 12:15 p.m. every Wednesday. For more information contact Christa at arb.naturalist@uoguelph.ca or ext. 53615. Please
The Future of Cybersecurity in Agriculture: Networking Event
This succinct 3 hour event, starting at 2 p.m., will bring together thought leaders and innovators to delve into pressing challenges and opportunities facing the agricultural sector in the realm of cybersecurity. Check-In & Networking (1:30 to 2 p.m.) Opening Remarks (2 to 2:15 p.m.) Securing Our Fields: Understanding and Addressing Cybersecurity Risks in Agriculture
U of G on Tour: Biodiversity, Insect Collection and DNA Barcoding
Ever wonder how DNA is determined and used to identify species? Meeting at the entrance to the Centre for the Biodiversity Genomics, building 135, starting at noon, this 60-minute tour will include a review of DNA barcoding processes and a visit to the Centre’s insect collection. Limited to 10 participants.
Introduction to the Professional and Career Development Record (PCDR)
The Professional and Career Development Record (PCDR) is a tool built into Experience Guelph that launched in November 2021. The PCDR formally recognizes a student’s involvement in on and off-campus professional and career development activities, most notably experiential learning. By the end of this workshop participants will be able to: Explain the purpose of the
Prud’homme Level 1 Beer Certification
This introductory course in beer education is designed for participants interested in furthering their knowledge and interest in beer. The focus will be on brewing ingredients and processes, tasting concepts, pouring and serving concepts (including an introduction to draught systems) and food and beer pairings. The 4-week course will be held on Tuesday evenings from
Wonderous Wildflowers: Spring Blooms Workshop (In-person)
Spring has arrived and the flowers are beginning to bloom! Join us to explore the wonderous world of spring wildflowers. In-classroom learning will focus on foundational botany and an introduction to the plant families we might encounter during the springtime. Visiting Arboretum sites like Victoria Woods, Wild Goose Woods, and the close to the public
Sensational Snakes of Ontario (In-person)
Snakes are often misunderstood and maligned. We would love to change the negative perception of these animals by teaching the truth about them. Please join us at this workshop and learn to identify and understand our native Ontario species of snakes. We will cover their habits, ranges and habitats. Live specimens will be available to
Faculty Writing Retreat 2024 – Hybrid
Are you trying to find time to work on an article or book chapter? Register now for the 11th annual Faculty Writing Retreat (FWR). Date: Monday to Friday, May 6 to 10, 2024 from 9:15 a.m. to 4 p.m. Writing Services hosts this free, week-long retreat for University of Guelph faculty, staff, and postdoctoral scholars working on
Morning Mindful Moment: The RAIN of Self-Compassion
Join this short mindful moment or the entire series to kick start your Monday morning and your week. This mindfulness exercise will be a guided activity focused on beginnings as we set the tone for our day and our week for Be Well, Be Safe week! Join to sit back, relax and follow along to
Kick-Off Event: Fostering Safety: Physically and Mentally with Keynote Speaker Rob Ellis, Founder of My Safe Work
We're back in person and you're invited! Join us at Waasamowin in the Summerlee Science Centre on Monday, May 6, 2024 for the Kick-off Event for Be Well, Be Safe Week. Enjoy this opportunity to step away from your workspace, connect with colleagues, and enjoy lunch while listening to Rob Ellis, President and Founder of
Faculty Writing Retreat 2024 – Hybrid
ONLINE and McLauglin Library , CanadaAre you trying to find time to work on an article or book chapter? Register now for the 11th annual Faculty Writing Retreat (FWR). Date: Monday to Friday, May 6 to 10, 2024 from 9:15 a.m. to 4 p.m. Writing Services hosts this free, week-long retreat for University of Guelph faculty, staff, and postdoctoral scholars working on
Employee and Family Assistance Program (EFAP) Orientation
From time to time, employees may find themselves in need of confidential, professional counselling for personal, family, relationship, and wellness issues adversely affecting work performance or threatening to do so. The purpose of the University's Employee and Family Assistance Program (EFAP) is to help meet these needs. Eligibility for EFAP counselling has been expanded to
Staff Only Learn to Lift – Tuesday
Staff Only Learn to Lift Looking to begin your fitness journey? This program is designed to teach you proper use of resistance machines and free weights safely, aiming to help you feel confident and see results. All sessions take place in the NRG Zone, our NEW training studio. This space provides a more private training