Past Events

The Rural Policy Learning Commons is hosting a webinar on February 7, 2017 starting at 10:00 am CST. The webinar will feature Emily Eaton from the Department of Geography and Environmental Studies at the University of Regina discussing “Oil's Rural Reach: Social and Envirnonmental Impacts in Saskatchewan's Oil Producing Areas”. Below is a brief description of the upcoming webinar and a brief biography of the speaker.

PhD in Rural Studies - School of Environmental Design and Rural Development Thesis Defence by Paola Vasquez "Strategies for the Integration and Institutionalization of Cleaner Product Knowledge in Micro, Small and Medium Enterprises (MSME’s)" will be held on

The International Development Studies Speaker Series pesents the film screening and panel discussion of "Nowhere to Run: Nigeria's Climate & Environmental Crisis".  Panelists include:  Dr. Femi Kolapo (Department of History), Dr. Nonita Yap (School of Environmental Design and Rural Development), and Josephine Bamanya (MSc Planning Candidate).  The event will take place Thursday, January 26, 2017, in Rozanski Hall, Room 102 at 5:30 pm.  Free popcorn! Supported by the International Development Society and the International Development Graduate Society.

Founded in 2014 by six landscape architecture students, the Society for Ecological Restoration (University of Guelph chapter) is a club focused on providing hands-on experience to all students with an interest in restoration.  From brownfield projects to pollinator gardens, SERUG has hosted guest lectures, workshops and events on a variety of topics.   Check out some of our past projects on:

The Rural Policy Learning Commons is hosting a webinar on January 24, 2017 starting at 4:00 pm CST. The webinar will feature David McInnes from the Canadian Agri-Food Policy Institute discussing "Achieving What’s Possible for the Agri-food Sector: Through the Lens of Strategically Managing 'Natural Capital'. Below is a brief description of the upcoming webinar and a brief biography of the speaker.

To get people of SEDRD introduced the LAMP (Landscape Architecture Mentorship Program), we will be hosting a movie night for all those interested in the Pit next Wednesday, January 18th from 6pm-10pm. Some pizza and drinks will be provided while everyone gets to talk. This is a spin off of the first movie night to help strengthen the ties between the students of our school. Snacks will be available for people to munch on while the movie plays as well.

University of Guelph - Landscape Architecture Guest Lecture Series presents Marc Ryan, Principal and Co-Founder of PUBLIC WORK "Starting Points" Wednesday, January 18th, 2017 11:45 am - 1:15 pm Landscape Architecture, Room 125

Do you want to promote your research to rural policy and regional development specialists? Are you looking for an opportunity to connect with rural policy analysts? Here is your chance! The School of Environmental Design and Rural Development, in partnership with the Ontario Ministry of Agriculture, Food and Rural Affairs, is hosting a one-day knowledge exchange event to showcase rural research being conducted at the University of Guelph. The symposium is an opportunity for graduate students to share their research with researchers, policy analysts, and program staff with the OMAFRA. 

The Search Committee for the position of Director, School of Environmental Design and Rural Development is pleased to present Professor Sean Kelly as a candidate.  Professor Kelly will be presenting to the public and interacting with stakeholders on: Tuesday, December 13, 2016 10:00 am Richards Building, Room 3504 "Opportunities and Challenges Facing the School of Environmental Design and Rural Development in the Next Five Years".

The Ontario Association of Landscape Architects - Social Committee is hosting a holiday party in Guelph!  Mix and mingle with members from the OALA.  Please be sure to RSVP. Wednesday, December 7, 2016 6:00 - 9:00 pm eBar at The Bookshelf 41 Quebec Street Guelph, ON  N1H 2T1 This Holiday Party is sponsored by NVK / Connon Nurseries. Registration details can be found here.