College News

The College of Arts is thrilled to announce the nomination period is open for the Carl Rom Colthoff Experiential Learning Award, administered by the Experiential Learning Hub at the University of Guelph. This award, generously established by U of G Alumnus Carl Rom Colthoff, aims to recognize students who have demonstrated exceptional commitment to community engagement through their participation in University-organized experiential learning opportunities. 

The University of Guelph’s College of Arts recently held an Undergraduate Awards Ceremony, recognizing the exemplary achievements of 45 students. The event highlighted the steadfast dedication and passion of College of Arts students and the generosity of donors whose contributions support their academic success. 
 

During Black History Month and every day, we encourage our community to engage with opportunities to reflect upon the past, recognize where we are now, and resolve to build a stronger future for everyone. This month, the College of Arts is proud to play an active role in various events to encourage every member of the U of G community to collectively listen, engage, and learn about Black Canadian history. 

Sophie Brown (PhD, Critical Studies in Improvisation and International Development) has published a co-authored chapter with community partner Lindsay Bobyak in book, Impactful Classroom Experiences in Elementary Schools.

Dr. Kimberly Francis (SOFAM, Interdisciplinary programs) and Dr. Margot Irvine (SOLAL) published their edited book, Creative Women of the “Lost Generation," Women in the Arts in the Wake of the Great War.

The book explores the creative women of the "Lost Generation" including painters, sculptors, film makers, writers, singers, composers, dancers, and impresarios who all pursued artistic careers in the years leading up to, during, and following World War I.

Two paintings from the University of Guelph’s art collection by renowned Canadian artist Tom Thomson will be on view at the McMichael this summer. Opening to the public on Saturday, June 24, the exhibition Tom Thomson: North Star takes a close look at the artist’s legacy through the lens of his distinctive “plein air” oil paintings, examining how his artwork transformed Canadian painting in the early 20th century.

A HUGE congratulations to Waed Hassan for winning the 3 Minute Thesis College of Arts heat and taking home the $500 prize for her topic on "Voices Beyond Palestine: A Study Case of Refugee Poetics"! Everyone is welcome to join us for the 3MT campus finals on May 3rd to cheer on Waed and all the other amazing finalists. Show your support and witness some incredible research in action!

Professor Alan McDougall, cross-appointed in History and European Studies, recently contributed to Jake Pemberton's article titled "Sportwashing: 'A dirty, rewarding game'," which was featured on i24 News.

You can read the article at the following link: https://www.i24news.tv/en/news/international/sport/1656590390-sportswash...