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History Prof Discusses Christmas Traditions with National Post
Speaking to National Post, Dr. Jacqueline Murray, professor emerita in the College of Arts, discussed the history behind many Christmas traditions.
Infectious Disease Expert Discusses Bird Flu in Cat Food with NBC
Dr. Scott Weese, infectious disease specialist in the Ontario Veterinary College, spoke to NBC News about the presence of bird flu in cat food in the United States.
Marketing Expert Talks Generation Beta with Toronto Star
Dr. Sean Lyons, professor in the Gordon S. Lang School of Business and Economics, spoke to Toronto Star about the role of media and marketing in creating generational identities.
Food Scientists Make Headlines on Holiday Food Safety
Dr. Lawrence Goodridge, director of the Canadian Research Institute for Food Safety, spoke to multiple news outlets about safely preparing and storing holiday food, including Toronto Star, CBC News and National Post. Dr. Keith Warriner, professor in the Department of Food Science, also discussed holiday food safety with CBC News.
COMMENTARY: Let’s Change How We Talk About Athlete Mothers
By Jill Moffatt, PhD candidate at Laurentian University; Drs. Andrea Bundon, professor at the University of British Columbia; Ann Pegoraro, Lang Chair in Sport Management and professor at the Gordon S. Lang School of Business and Economics, University of Guelph; and Kerry McGannon, professor at Laurentian University. This article is republished from The Conversation Canada under a Creative…
Global Consults Food Economist on Holiday Meal Prices
Speaking to Global News, Dr. Mike von Massow, professor in the Department of Food, Agriculture and Resource Management, discussed the cost of holiday staples like turkey, stuffing and vegetables.
Star Consults Privacy Expert on Luggage Location Sharing
Speaking to the Toronto Star, Dr. Rozita Dara, professor in the School of Computer Science, discussed the possible risks of sharing location data on lost luggage with airlines.
Globe Discusses Production Facility Inspections with Food Safety Expert
Dr. Lawrence Goodridge, director of the Canadian Research Institute for Food Safety, spoke to The Globe and Mail about inspections of food production plants.
Smart Salt Trucks, Managing Waterborne Diseases: Ontario Invests in U of G Research
Improving winter road safety and reshaping how we control waterborne diseases are the themes of two University of Guelph research projects that have received funding through the Ontario Research Fund (ORF). This funding is part of more than $92 million invested by the Ontario government to support research projects at universities, colleges, research institutes and research hospitals across…
Top U of G Stories of 2024
As the December snow gathers on the Gryphon beak, we reflect on the moments that sparked curiosity and captivated the University of Guelph community and beyond. From milestone anniversaries to groundbreaking research, these are the standout stories that made 2024 a year to remember. U of G celebrated its rich history in 2024 through several major anniversaries.
Arts Dean Discusses Holiday Traditions with The Atlantic
Dr. Samantha Brennan, dean of the College of Arts, spoke to The Atlantic about how the holiday season can be overwhelming, encouraging people to find new traditions as they evolve.
Why Grief Over Lost Pets Hits Harder During Holidays
Though the holidays can be the most refreshing part of the year, they can also bring unexpected grief for our companion animals, says Sarah Bernardi, a veterinary social worker at the University of Guelph. “Holidays often bring up nostalgia and reflection, which can heighten awareness of loved ones, human or animal, who are no longer present,” says Bernardi. “It’s not uncommon to dread the…
Globe Consults Food Safety Expert on Outbreaks
Speaking to The Globe and Mail, Dr. Keith Warriner, professor in the Department of Food Science, discussed deadly listeria outbreaks.
How to Prevent Food Waste From Holiday Meals
The holidays are a time to gather with friends and family over a large meal, but it could mean overpreparing food and sending some into the landfill. Dr. Jess Haines, co-director of the Guelph Family Health Study (GFHS) and a professor in the Department of Family Relations and Applied Nutrition, says holiday hosts with a “good provider mindset” may make more food than necessary to make sure…
Christmas Traditions Rooted in Surprising History, Says U of G Historian
Today’s holiday traditions might seem timeless, but they didn’t just spontaneously arise, says Dr. Jacqueline Murray, professor emerita of history at the University of Guelph’s College of Arts. “Many of our traditions date back to pre-Christian times and originate in northern Europe,” says Murray. “They’re associated with the winter solstice – the days getting shorter…
Future of the DM Rutherford Family Conservatory
The University of Guelph will soon begin work to install a commemorative garden in the space currently occupied by the DM Rutherford Family Conservatory. The Conservatory has been closed to the public since November 2023 due to significant safety concerns posed by widespread wood rot, which has resulted from the building’s consistently high humidity levels and temperature differences between…
U of G-Led Research Supporting Guelph Wastewater Testing for WDG Health
The University of Guelph and Wellington-Dufferin-Guelph Public Health have partnered to support the continuation of wastewater monitoring of COVID-19, influenza and more in the city of Guelph. This new agreement will see a team of U of G researchers under the direction of Dr. Lawrence Goodridge and Dr. Marc Habash provide sampling and analysis of city of Guelph wastewater three times a week.
U of G Annual Winter Closure Dec. 23 to Jan. 1
The University’s normal business operations will be reduced starting Monday, Dec. 23 for the annual winter closure, opening again on Thursday, Jan. 2, 2025. Winter semester classes begin on Monday, Jan. 6, 2025. During the winter break, some service areas at the University of Guelph remain open with reduced holiday hours. Please check their websites for hours of operation.
New U of G Master’s Program Combines Cybersecurity, Business Leadership
Once cyberattacks were rare incidents; now phishing attempts, deepfake phone scams and data breaches are daily realities. To tackle the rise in cybercrime, the University of Guelph’s new Master of Cybersecurity Leadership and Cyberpreneurship (MCLC) is launching fall 2025 and aims to create the next generation of chief information security officers and cybersecurity business leaders.
Fluoride in Water Controversial for Decades, Says Historian
Municipalities in North America have added fluoride to water for decades, but a University of Guelph historian says it has always been a controversial practice. The debate has been brought to light again with incoming U.S. health secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. recently announcing plans to end water fluoridation across the United States. Dr. Catherine Carstairs…