Past Events

Echinococcus multilocularis is a zoonotic parasite that historically was only thought to occur in wildlife in parts of the Canadian arctic, Alberta, Saskatchewan and Manitoba. However, over the last 20 years the parasite has emerged as a significant infection of wild canids, and a significant pathogen of both dogs and people, across Canada. This seminar will focus on data from Ontario and the response of the public health community. Predicted future changes in the geographic risk area across Canada will be discussed.

Are you interested in learning more about a career in Public Health? Join alumnus, Liam Armstrong-Harper (BSc Human Kinetics, MSc Biomechanics & Neurophysiology, 2022), who will talk about his education, career pathway, and various roles in the public health sector. 

On October 28th, HHS will be hosting a seminar by Dr. Joshua Cherubini, a postdoctoral research fellow in the Department of Kinesiology and Health Sciences at the University of Waterloo. All are welcome to join.

Are you interested in careers that work on challenges with aquatic species conservation? Want to know more about research biology and hear about what graduate work in this field can look like?

Explore what makes the University of Guelph one of Canada's top schools at our Fall Open House. Experience the University of Guelph through a full day of presentations, tours and opportunities to connect with faculty, staff and students. Visit the Fall Open House webpage and general schedule.  Science Open House runs from 11:30 a.m. to 2:30 p.m.

Axolotl Husbandry & Regeneration Research Career Information Session This session will appeal to a wide audience with diverse interests such as working with animals, conducting healthcare research, working in a hospital/teaching lab, or contributing to regeneration medicine! Join alumna, Tabitha Mirza (BSc, Marine and Freshwater Biology, UofG, 2023), who will talk about her education, career pathway, and her current role as a Research Technologist at The Hospital for Sick Children (Sick Kids). 

  Reconciling Competing Truths: Rethinking How We Prioritize in One Health with Sarah Robinson, Postdoctoral Fellow, Faculty of Health Sciences at Simon Fraser University

The annual HK5K will be held on Sunday, Oct. 18 at the U of G Arboretum. Race begins at 10 a.m., sign in at 9 a.m. Join us for a fun morning of movement, community and a great cause! All proceeds go towards the Guelph United Way. Organized by the Human Kinetics Student Association and the Nutritional Sciences Student Association. Post-race snacks and drinks will be provided.  Register by Oct. 17 at 11:59 p.m. for $20. Register individually or create a team!

  One Health Fall 2026 Seminar Series Ecosystem Health: The Foundation for a Healthy Environment featuring Phil Beard and Eri Gouthro of Maitland Valley Conservation Authority. Phil and Erin will be speaking on "Ecosystem Health: The Foundation for a Healthy Environment." They will be discussing the importance of ecosystem health in the context of the Maitland Valley watershed. Pizza will be served, so join us in person if you are able!

Attend this workshop if you are planning to apply to graduate or professional school programs, and need recommendation letters. Get tips on: How to choose who to ask How much notice you should give Making the request with confidence (including great email templates) What supporting documents to include with your request If you are interested in this workshop, but unable to attend, please register anyways and you will be sent a recording.  Students from all programs and years are invited to attend this session!