Past Events

Rural Planning and Development - Guest Lecture "Spatial Planning in Ireland" What does spatial planning look like in Ireland and what lessons can be learned from the Irish experience? Join Dr. Brendan O’Keeffe (Mary Immaculate College, University of Limerick) as he shares his perspectives and reflections on rural spatial planning in Ireland.

Building Vibrant Rural Futures Conference  October 12-15, 2016 in Guelph, Ontario   

Ph.D. in Rural Studies Qualifying Exam Seminar By Natasha D’Souza Rea Monday, October 3, 2016 9:00 am Landscape Architecture Room 143 “How do local actors collectively contribute to and facilitate the process of newcomer integration in the host community?”

Exchange | Study Abroad Information Session for Landscape Architecture Students Required for 2nd Year BLA students applying for exchange in the 16/17 academic year.  Wednesday, September 28, 2016 @  1:00 pm Room 143 Landscape Architecture A representative from the Centre for International Programs (CIP) will be giving one of CIP’s mandatory sessions required of all students thinking of going on exchange.  Melinda Vanryn, BLA Counsellor will also be available to answer questions.

Landscape Architecture Programs - School of Environmental Design and Rural Development presents:

Call for Applications: Faculty Positions in Landscape Architecture The School of Environmental Design and Rural Development at the University of Guelph invites applications for several full-time tenure-track positions in Landscape Architecture. The appointment(s) will be at the rank of Assistant Professor, commensurate with qualifications and experience. Review of applications will begin on September 22, 2016 and will continue until a suitable candidate is found.

BLA Internship Information Session Prof. Nathan Perkins and Melinda Vanryn, BLA Program Counsellor will be holding an information session for 3rd year BLA's interested in the professional Internship in Landscape Architecture credit option - LARC*4620. Wednesday, September 21st noon - 1:00 pm LA Pit

State of Rural Canada Webinar  September 20, 11:00 am - 12:30 pm  Online webinar, free of charge  

Please join us on Friday, September 16th at 2:00 pm for the School of Environmental Design and Rural Development's Symposium to introduce SEDRD's newest faculty members. Talks will take place in Room LA143. Dr. Ryan Gibson will present a talk entitled "Re-embedding Wealth? Place, Philanthropy, and Policy."  Dr. Sheri Longboat will present "First Nations Water Security and Collaboration." A reception will follow at 3:00 pm in the Landscape Architecture Pit Foyer.  All welcome to attend.

Fall 2016 Orientation Schedule - School of Environmental Design & Rural Development (SEDRD) Landscape Architecture | Rural Planning and Development  | Capacity Development & Extension  | Rural Studies Wednesday, September 7th:   SEDRD Orientation Day 9:30 am:   Landscape Architecture Student Society (LASS); for BLA and MLA students.    Information provided on the LASS student association—goals, plans, activities, fees, building tour etc.   Location:   LA Pit Foyer.