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March 2026

Indigenous Voices in Life Sciences

CBS and the U of G’s Indigenous Student Society welcome you to hear from three Indigenous guest speakers from across Turtle Island as they discuss their work in CBS-related disciplines. Priority will be given to undergraduate students in the College of Biological Science or Indigenous students in any discipline. Priority will also be given to those who are able to stay for the entire event. Register through this form. Free lunch is included with registration.  Speakers:
Intro to CBS Research Night

Intro to CBS Research Night

The Intro to CBS Research Night is a two-part event designed to introduce CBS undergraduate students to research opportunities across the College of Biological Science.  Part 1 features a drop-in poster session showcasing undergraduate research projects from Molecular and Cellular Biology, Integrative Biology, and Human Health Sciences, including summer research, course-based projects, internships, and other research opportunities. 

IB Seminar: Ecology and evolution of plant-insect interactions

Integrative Biology seminars are held Thursdays from 11:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. in SSC 2315. Coffee and cookies at 11 a.m. All interested are welcome to attend. Dr. Micah Freedman from the University of Toronto will present Ecology and evolution of plant-insect interactions 
CBS Community Seminar: Resilience in Life and Embryonic Development: Costs and Benefits to Survival

CBS Community Seminar: Resilience in Life and Embryonic Development: Costs and Benefits to Survival

Dr. Loydie Jerome-Majewska, professor in the Department of Pediatrics and associated member of the departments of Human Genetics and Anatomy and Cell Biology at McGill University, will present “Resilience in Life and Embryonic Development: Costs and Benefits to Survival” as part of the CBS Community Seminar Series. The event will be held on March 9 from 1 to 2 p.m. in the Waasamowin atrium and online via Teams. The event is free and open to everyone. No registration required.
Integrating Arts, Indigenous, and Social Science Approaches and Perspectives into One Health Research," on Tuesday, March 10, 12:00 to 12:50, featuring a panel of faculty..

IB Seminar: Behaviour, physiology, and environmental change

Integrative Biology seminars are held Thursdays from 11:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. in SSC 2315. Coffee and cookies at 11 a.m. All interested are welcome to attend. Dr. Shaun Killen from the University of Glasgow will present "Behaviour, physiology, and environmental change."

MCB Seminar: Dr. Lindsay Kalan

Dr. Lindsay Kalan, Associate Professor in Biochemistry & Biomedical Sciences, Faculty of Health Sciences at McMaster University, will present the next MCB Seminar. More details to come.  All are welcome to attend. Light refreshments will be served. 

IB Seminar: Limits to adaptation at range edges

Integrative Biology seminars are held Thursdays from 11:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. in SSC 2315. Coffee and cookies at 11 a.m. All interested are welcome to attend. Dr. Megan Bontrager from the University of Toronto will present "Limits to adaptation at range edges."

Professional Schools Night

Thinking about professional or graduate school in the field of biological sciences? Don’t miss Professional Schools Night, hosted by the CBSSC Academic Subcommittee!  This event features multiple info sessions with professional programs from across Ontario and beyond, including Medicine, Dentistry, Nursing, Pharmacy, Physiotherapy, Physician Assistant, Veterinary Medicine, Medical Radiation Sciences, and more. 
Student Voices Forum

CBS Student Voices Forum

CBS students: We want to hear from you! All College of Biological Science undergraduates are invited to share their experiences, ideas, questions, and concerns, regardless of the topic (e.g. courses, research opportunities, campus climate, accessibility, community, student supports). Regardless of the topic, your voice matters. Join us for the full session or drop in as your schedule allows. Drinks and snacks provided. 
Wayumi film poster

Wayumi: Documentary Screening

U of G’s College of Biological Science is pleased to host the Canadian premiere of Wayumi, which follows David Good, a PhD in Molecular and Cellular Biology student, and his mother, Yarima, as they attempt to reunite a family separated for 30 years. The film is a journey across continents and generations, exploring what it means to belong.