Past Events

The accuracy and fairness of machine learning models are often assumed to be separate, and to some extent conflicting, desiderata. I argue that this is a mistake that partially stems from an overly simplistic understanding of accuracy. Using insights from the philosophy of measurement, I distinguish among three sources of inaccuracy in supervised machine learning: label bias, modeling bias, and fitness bias. While the machine learning community has focused on minimizing label and modeling bias, it has tended to shift responsibility for fitness bias to users.

Workshop Description

We will be running STEM-themed day camps for youth going into grades 2-3 and 4-6 in the fall during the month of August. There will be 3 camps running each week of August, with each camp having a maximum capacity of 12 campers supervised by at least 2 STEM Instructors. This reduced camper capacity will allow for proper social distancing in addition to the government-mandated COVID-19 prevention safety measures that will be followed to ensure everyone’s safety while at camp.  More Information

Overview Join us this summer for this free three-day virtual event hosted by American Association of Chemistry Teachers (AACT). Our Best of ChemEd star lineup includes engaging and popular ChemEd presenters from Canada, US, Brazil, UK and Ireland.

Join U of G for a panel discussion as we elevate the voices and experiences of LGBTQ2IA+ students during the COVID-19 pandemic. Our panelists will share their experiences and expertise on the unique challenges that this community has faced during and as a result of the pandemic, and offer ideas and strategies on ways that LGBTQ2IA+ students can navigate and manage these complexities. Registration is required to attend.

Let’s end the week by raising a glass to celebrate excellence. Hosted by actor and improvisor Nigel Downer (BA ’01), we’ll honour three distinguished U of G alumni: Yvonne Su, BA ’11 (Young Alumni Award), Bill Laidlaw, BA ’74 (Alumni Volunteer Award) and Mark Lautens, B.Sc.’81, H.D.Sc. ’16 (Alumni of Honour). Registration required. Free. Register Here

Overview Join us as we celebrate 125 years (+1) of the Department of Physics at the University of Guelph. Our event will feature invited speakers, showcase our history, recognize some of our incredible achievements, and provide an opportunity for alumni to socialize with faculty, staff, students, and each other.  Invited speakers: Dr. Scott VanBommel, Senior Research Scientist, Washington University in St Louis, Guelph Physics Alumnus (2010, 2013, 2017) 

Celebrate The School of Computer Science’s 50th anniversary with an event honouring our rich history and achievements. The event will include a special celebration of our 2021 SoCS Alumni Award Winners, featuring 2021 ‘Medal of Achievement’ winner and keynote speaker, Tim Bray (BSc ’81).  Registration required. Free. Register Here

Join us for a virtual celebration and connect with your U of G alumni family around the world. While we can’t be together on campus this year, we are planning a great line-up of virtual class reunions, networking and learning opportunities, contests and much more! Watch for your evite and check back here for updated program and registration details. CEPS departments and schools are hosting many exciting alumni week celebrations. Please check the event website regularly for updates.

Please join the University of Guelph and the G360 Institute for Groundwater Research for a game-changing announcement that will ensure the world's access to safe drinking water. The event will highlight the tremendous impact that community and donor relations can have on how we teach, learn and do research. It will mark the largest gift in the College of Engineering and Physical Sciences history.