*** Over the next few weeks, we will be sharing a series of Q&As featuring OAC community members to showcase how people are coping with our uncertain - but collective - state. We’re hoping these will help connect and support our community (in a small way) during these isolating and challenging times. Look after yourself and those around you. ***
Alyssa Gingras is a two-time OAC alumna (BSc. ENVB 2017, MES 2018) and a sales agronomist with Sharpe Farm Supplies. Although her day-to-day work is not significantly affected by the changes brought by COVID-19, she still adjusting to a new routine. We recently connected with her to find out how she’s doing.
Given social distancing requirements for COVID-19, the University of Guelph has decided not to hold convocation and Alumni Weekend events that were scheduled for June. Vaccarino said the decision was underpinned by public health and government guidelines about social distancing and business operations, and the fact that both events require significant planning and travel. Many other universities have made similar decisions.
*** Over the next few weeks, we will be sharing a series of Q&As featuring OAC community members to showcase how people are coping with our uncertain - but collective - state. We’re hoping these will help connect and support our community (in a small way) during these isolating and challenging times. Look after yourself and those around you. ***
The University of Guelph has named a new president. Charlotte Yates, provost and vice-president (academic), has been appointed to lead the University on an interim basis for two years beginning Aug. 2.
U of G’s Board of Governors made the unanimous decision today. The Board also announced that the search for the University’s ninth president and vice-chancellor has been suspended.
The below is an excerpt of the President's COVID-19 Dail Update from March 23, 2020:
Student Grades and Course Drop Date
It is with sympathy that we share the passing of John Lindley, OAC 1953. John was a tremendous supporter of the OAC Student Liaison program as well as the University of Guelph choir.
At John's request there will be no funeral. Our thoughts are with John’s family and loved ones during this time.
More information is available in John's obituary.
The below is an excerpt from an email sent by Prof. Rebecca Hallett, OAC Associate Dean - Research and Graduate Studies to all OAC faculty and researchers on March 20, 2020.
Prof. Jim Squires has been re-appointed as chair of the Department of Animal Biosciences for a three-year-term beginning May 2020.
Below is an excerpt from the "The University of Guelph’s Academics COVID-19 FAQs”:
“Should students in co-op work terms, internships, practica, or other experiential learning placements continue to engage in their placement?
The work placement host/employer may decide to impose social distancing and ask student employees to work from home or may terminate the placement early.