Past Events

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Wondering what university life is really like? Join us virtually for the inside scoop on everything you need to know about the University of Guelph and U of G-Humber — from programs and scholarships to residence, campus life, and varsity sports. Got questions? Ask away during our live Q&A! Whether you’re just starting to explore or already planning your future, this is your chance to see what makes U of G the place to be! Learn more.

Come see what makes the University of Guelph one of Canada’s top schools! Tour our beautiful campus, check out residence life, and get the inside scoop on your future program. You’ll meet profs and current students, learn about admissions and co-op, and discover what life as a Gryphon is really like. We can’t wait to meet you! Learn more.

This webinar, designed for international students, will discuss:  STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, Mathematics) programs and features at U of G Scholarships and paid work opportunities The application process Resources to support your success You'll have the chance to hear from current international students, program experts, and our admission team. Application fee waivers will be available to eligible international students who attend. 

Join us in celebrating a momentous occasion at the University of Guelph, the official launch of the College of Computational, Mathematical, and Physical Sciences (CCMPS). 

Join the Guelph Engineering Leadership Program (GEL) for a talk from guest speaker Ben Yang on Intercultural Leadership. This lecture will help students develop cultural awareness and empathy, skills that are increasingly critical in cross‐disciplinary and international research teams, collaborative projects, and leadership roles in STEM fields. Register now.

Grant Ferguson, professor of hydrogeology at the University of Saskatchewan and adjunct at the University of Arizona and University of Waterloo, studies deep and fossil groundwater systems and sustainable water use. He is vice president, North America, for the International Association of Hydrogeologists and an associate editor for Groundwater.

This is a social event for primarily math and stats majors/minors in their first year to be able to build a sense of community early. Participants will be able to get familiar with the Math & Stats club, talk and mingle with other mathematical science students, while enjoying themselves over pizza and drinks provided by the club. It's a great opportunity to put yourself out there and get to know your people! There will also be fun activities to participate in and prizes to be won too. Location of the event is tentative at this time, we'll see you there!

Unleash your creativity with the Society of Computer and Information Science!  Join us for a drop-in button-making event where you can design and press your very own custom button to take home. We’ll provide all the supplies – button machine, papers, markers, and stickers – you bring the imagination! Whether you’re a B. Comp student or just looking for a fun way to unwind, this event is open to everyone. Come by, hang out, get crafty, and leave with something totally you. No registration needed. All supplies provided. Just drop in and create!

This is a great opportunity for incoming students to meet and connect with women and gender minorities in STEM and make letters to your future self! Hosted by the club for Women in Science and Engineering! We will have light, allergy-friendly snacks and a ton of crafty supplies for you to set goals and manifestations and send over some words of encouragement for your future self! At the end of the school year, we will return the letters back to you so you can see how you’ve grown and what you’ve accomplished over the year!