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University of Guelph Statistics Students Shine at Annual National Event

University of Guelph graduate students in mathematics and statistics earned multiple top honours with strong representation at the 2026 Canadian Statistics Student Conference (CSSC) on May 30, reflecting a strong and competitive showing among peers from across the country. 

Dana Velasco (right) with her two classmates, smiling and posing for the camera in the chemistry lab.

University of Guelph Student Expands Pharmaceutical Training Through Semester at Seneca

For third-year Biological and Pharmaceutical Chemistry (BPCH) students, a unique partnership between the University of Guelph and Seneca College allows students to take advantage of additional hands-on training during a semester while completing their U of G degree.

Dana Velasco, a CCMPS student in the program, took the opportunity this term to further her interest in the pharmaceutical industry. The experience expanded on her U of G studies, allowing her to apply concepts from her courses in a setting that emphasized precision, consistency and process.

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CCMPS Recognizes Outstanding Graduates at 2026 Convocation

The College of Computational, Mathematical, and Physical Sciences (CCMPS) at the University of Guelph proudly celebrates the Class of 2026. We recognize the achievements and ambition of all our graduates while also highlighting a select group whose accomplishments stand out for their academic excellence, community engagement and leadership.  

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Students Put Their Skills to the Test at BattleSTEM 2026

The University of Guelph once again welcomed more than 1,000 high school students from 33 schools across Southern Ontario for its annual BattleSTEM competition, a full-day event celebrating science, technology, engineering, arts and mathematics (STEAM). With over 1,017 attendees this year, the event brought a vibrant sense of energy, creativity and collaboration to campus.

Yuvi Gill on the left, Jay Dipeshkumar Suthar on the right

Meet CCMPS’ Vector AI Scholarship Recipients for 2026–27

Two incoming masters students in the College of Computational, Mathematical and Physical Sciences at the University of Guelph have been awarded the prestigious 2026-27 Vector Scholarships in Artificial Intelligence by the Vector Institute.

Four scholars, including Dr. Jacek Lipkowski, stand in regalia at formal award ceremony.

Renewal of Dr. Jacek Lipkowski’s Honorary Doctorate

Dr. Jacek Lipkowski, professor emeritus in the Department of Chemistry at the University of Guelph, was honoured by the University of Warsaw with the renewal of his honorary doctorate. The distinction recognizes exceptional scientific achievement and longstanding contributions to academia.

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