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U of G Awarding Eight Honorary Degrees at Summer Convocation
Leaders in research, academia and arts, along with a former deputy premier, are among the recipients of honorary degrees to be conferred during the University of Guelph’s summer convocation. An honorary degree is one of the highest honours bestowed by the University, celebrating people whose accomplishments have inspired the U of G community. The University’s summer convocation runs…
Weaving Indigeneity into Our Work: Indigenous History Month at U of G
This month, U of G is proud to commemorate National Indigenous History Month. Throughout June we encourage members of our community to recognize and celebrate First Nations, Inuit and Métis peoples and the richness of Indigenous cultures. On June 21 we will also recognize National Indigenous Peoples Day, which coincides with the Summer Solstice and holds great significance for many…
Predict, Prevent, Contain: Inside U of G’s Fight Against Avian Flu
At the University of Guelph, the fight against avian flu is campus wide. It’s underway in virology and animal health labs, in offices and lecture halls, across training platforms and AI solutions and in test tubes filled with innovative vaccines. Research is often a slow burn. But this year, there’s an urgency in the air as a question echoes through many U of G minds: Is a human…
Real Estate Prof on Impact of ‘Crumbling’ Pre-Construction Condo Market
For nearly 20 years, condominiums in the Greater Toronto Area have been sold before they have been built – in some cases before the developer has even secured the land – significantly impacting the housing market, and that needs to change, says Dr. Diana Mok, professor of real estate at the University of Guelph. Mok, a professor in the Department of Marketing and Consumer Studies at…
TO Star Consults Forest Ecosystem Expert on Current Wildfires
Speaking to the Toronto Star, Dr. Ze’ev Gedalof, professor in the Department of Geography, Environment and Geomatics, discussed the wildfires raging in Manitoba and Saskatchewan and what this year’s fire season might hold.
U of G’s Canada India Research Centre Announces New Director
Dr. Guneet Kaur, a professor in the University of Guelph’s School of Engineering, has been appointed to a three-year term as the new director of the U of G Canada India Research Centre for Learning and Engagement (CIRCLE). A unique research centre that launched in 2021, CIRCLE showcases, advocates and builds on research related to India and the Indian diaspora, with a focus on…
AI Optimizes Greenhouse Management But Brings Risks, U of G Prof Says
Artificial intelligence is already being used to manage food production in Canadian greenhouses, but it doesn’t come without risks, says a University of Guelph computer scientist. Dr. Rozita Dara, who studies smart farming as the director of Artificial Intelligence for Food (AI4Food), says AI simplifies food production by automating routine tasks like watering…
Celebrating Indigenous History Month at U of G
U of G is proud to commemorate National Indigenous History Month in June. Here are a few ways to celebrate Indigenous History Month at U of G: Tuesday, June 17, 1 p.m. to 2:30 p.m. Are you interested in developing a personal practice to meaningfully acknowledge the land and its relations? Join to learn more about how to share meaningful land acknowledgements that reflect on your…
Fostering an Inclusive Community: Pride Month
As Pride Month begins, take a moment to celebrate the remarkable contributions and achievements of the LGBTQ2IA+ community at U of G and recognize the hard work and challenges that remain. Pride is a time to honour the history, courage and resilience of LGBTQ2IA+ communities. It is also a time for reflection – on the progress made and the hard work that remains when it comes to dismantling…
Guardian Consults Political Scientist on Indigenous Communities’ Reaction to King’s Visit
Speaking to The Guardian, Dr. David MacDonald, professor in the Department of Political Science, discussed why Indigenous communities are feeling frustration after King Charles’ visit to Canada.
Business Prof Explores Near-Death Experiences With CBC
Dr. Jamie Gruman, professor in the Department of Management, explores his study on near-death experiences and work-life balance with CBC’s The Current.
New York Times Consults Pathobiologist on Avian Flu in Ostriches
Dr. Shayan Sharif, interim vice-president (research and innovation), spoke to The New York Times on the scientific value of ostriches infected with avian flu.
Building Futures: U of G’s Bold Real Estate Strategy for Thriving Campus Communities
The University of Guelph has unveiled a forward-thinking development plan that will create new housing, public spaces, research and commercialization on University-owned land. The Real Estate Land Use Vision and Strategy, recently approved by the University’s Board of Governors, sets out a framework to guide the redevelopment of the land over the next 40 years and beyond.
U of G Board of Governors Receives Special Action Committee Report
The University of Guelph’s Board of Governors has received a report from its Ad Hoc Committee on Special Action Requests regarding an expression of concern submitted by UoG for Palestine in March 2024. The submission, made under the University’s Special Action Policy (SAP), requested that the University freeze and divest its investments in five companies identified in the request.
Coyote Spotted on Campus
On the evening of May 26, a coyote was spotted near the west side of the University Centre near the food delivery area. The coyote was not aggressive and there is no reason to believe it poses a major safety risk. Coyotes usually avoid people. However, we would like to remind you of some safety tips from the City of Guelph on what to do if you see a coyote. If you see a coyote…
Increasing Access at U of G: Celebrating National AccessAbility Week
It is National AccessAbility Week, a time to celebrate the valuable contributions of people with disabilities in our communities and reflect on how we can all remove barriers to full participation in our University. The University of Guelph is deeply committed to fostering an education, working and living environment where all University community members experience an authentic sense of…
Indigenous-Led Research to Transform Chemical Risk Management
A University of Guelph researcher is helping to build a future where Indigenous leadership informs and guides chemical risk management decisions. Dr. Susan Chiblow, professor in the School of Environmental Sciences, Ontario Agricultural College, will lead a research project looking at glyphosate impacts on the lands and residents of the Robinson Huron Treaty territory, and use this as…
Wartime Shipwrecks Could Attract Grave Robbers, U of G Historian Warns
The recent recovery of a bell from a Second World War ship that sank off the coast of the United Kingdom has a University of Guelph historian concerned that the discovery could encourage future grave robbing. The bell was taken from the HMCS Trentonian, a Canadian ship that was torpedoed in February 1945, killing six. “This ship was their grave,” says Dr. Alex Souchen…
Marketing Prof Discusses NHL Sunbelt Teams in TO Star
In a commentary for the Toronto Star, Dr. Timothy Dewhirst, professor in the Gordon S. Lang School of Business and Economics, discussed the legacy of sunbelt teams in the NHL.
Free Learning Materials on Equity, Disability Launched by U of G Researchers
A free collection of interactive learning modules is teaching the world to appreciate our differences and build a more accessible future, reimagining how we understand bodies and minds that are outside societal norms. Bodies in Translation’s (BIT) Worlding Difference Platform is an online platform and research project launched by the Re•Vision Centre for Art and Social Justice…