Our Sympathies: John Gerald Vanderspank
The OAC community mourns the passing of alumnus John Gerald Vanderspank, OAC '98A class president.
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Belize and Beyond: Lara-Nicole Cochrane's Ridgetown Experience
Lara-Nicole Cochrane, an agriculture diploma graduate from U of G's Ridgetown Campus, chose the program for its strong agri-food focus and close-knit community. Her two years were packed with hands-on learning, research collaborations, and a life-changing trip to Belize. Discover Lara-Nicole's unique Ridgetown journey!
From Plants to Planets: Madeleine Landell’s Path from Plant Science to Astrobiology
Madeleine Landell, a BSc Plant Science graduate from U of G’s Ontario Agricultural College and current MSc Astrobiology and Planetary Sciences student at the University of Edinburgh, shares her journey of bridging the study of plants to exploring space.
Launching Tomorrow's Food Innovations: Food Science Graduate Elaine Li
Working for High Liner and most recently Pizza Hut, OAC alumnus Elaine Li, (BSc Food Science ’17) has merged her love of culinary arts, photography and food science to innovate new food products for everyday Canadians.
OAC: 150 years of making Canada an agri-food powerhouse
Just as growth factors determine outcomes in farming, success in the agri-food space depends on a number of conditions, and the University of Guelph’s Ontario Agricultural College (OAC) takes a leadership role in addressing both long-standing and emerging challenges
Ontario Agricultural College Celebrates 150th Anniversary
The Ontario Agricultural College (OAC), one of the University of Guelph’s three founding colleges, celebrates 150 years of history, having first opened its doors in May 1874.
Creating a more environmentally sustainable agriculture and food system
From breeding for less potent dairy cattle burps to promoting green ammonia in crop production, tackling climate change impacts from Canada’s agricultural sector is the goal of two national and international research projects being co-led by researchers at the University of Guelph’s Ontario Agricultural College (OAC).
At the Intersection of the Arts and the Environment: MLA Alumnus Heather Schibli's Career Journey
In this Q and A, we asked Heather Schibli, MLA alumnus about her experience in the program and how it set her up for success in the landscape architecture field
From Small Town Roots to Environmental Education: Master of Environmental Science Student Joseph Langlois' Career Journey
An aspiring environmental educator, Joseph Langlois (MES student) gained hands-on training and advanced skills through the program’s experiential learning opportunities - like working alongside the naturalist team at the U of G’s Arboretum.
What kind of master’s degree is right for me?
Deciding on a master’s program in food, agriculture, communities or the environment can be overwhelming. You might be asking yourself:
- “What’s the difference between a course-based master’s program and thesis-based?”
- “What careers can I pursue with a master’s in agriculture and food?”
- “What is a major research project (MRP)?”
- “Do I need to find a faculty advisor?”
This article will list the key differences between a master’s by coursework and a master’s by thesis, to help you decide which is the best fit for you!