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Lang Faculty: COVID-19 Insights and Analyses
Insights and Analyses from Lang Faculty
The COVID-19 pandemic has had an unprecedented impact on our economy and prosperity. From understanding consumer fear, the decline of the tourism industry, the challenges of continuing business operations, and the resolve of leaders, Lang faculty are providing insights and analyses in response to this global pandemic.
Faculty contributing to the conversation:
Desires, Fears and Success: Jennifer Smith and HeForShe at U of G
On Wednesday, March 11th the Gordon S. Lang School of Business and Economics teamed up with Gryphon Football and the College of Engineering and Physical Sciences to host the third annual HeForShe at U of G.
The annual event is dedicated to the UN-led HeForShe campaign and celebrates the strength and resilience of our community. As part of the event, an inspiring female leader is invited to campus each year to provide a keynote for staff, faculty, students and the community.
Students collaborate to address industry challenges in agriculture
On Friday, March 6th the University of Guelph hosted the third annual Improve Life Challenge, a one-day immersive experience where interdisciplinary student teams work with community partners to develop solutions to real-world problems.
The theme for this year’s Improve Life Challenge was Hack the Farm in a Climate of Change, which focused on challenges facing the agriculture and food sector including aging demographics, advancements in technology, and pressure for sustainable practices.
Two Lang students to compete at UofG grad research competition
On Wednesday, March 4th the Gordon S. Lang School of Business and Economics hosted the Lang Three-Minute Thesis (3MT) competition, a competition for graduate students to consolidate and present their research in three minutes or less to a panel of non-specialist judges.
Lang students engage with senior Sportsnet reps in 2nd year course
On Tuesday, February 25, Lang students in a second-year sports business course had the opportunity to engage with a panel of several senior staff at Sportsnet, including guest speaker and Lang alumnus Anthony Attard, the Senior Vice President, Sponsorship, Marketing and NHL Sportsnet at Rogers Media.
Support the Lang Students’ Association as they team up for charity
In support of the Coldest Night of the Year campaign, the Lang Students’ Association has put together a team with the goal of raising $1,000 and beyond. The money raised will support Lakeside Hope House, a local charity organization that provides programs and front-line services for those in our community who need it the most.