Past Events

The Visiting Speaker Series is an opportunity for invited researchers and professionals, external to the University of Guelph, to present their research topic(s) to faculty and students. On January 13, the Department of Economics and Finance will welcome Sumon Majumdar from Queen's University . Anyone from the University of Guelph is welcome to attend.

Attention all first and second-year HFTM students!  Want to come to the HFTM Job Expo but nervous about how to network? Do you want to learn more about how to create a powerful resume or get tips on how to polish your existing resume? The Hospitality, Food and Tourism Management Student Association in partnership with the Business Career Development Centre will be hosting a Career Prep Day just for you! Resume Workshops Time: 10am and 1pm 

The Visiting Speaker Series is an opportunity for invited researchers and professionals, external to the University of Guelph, to present their research topic(s) to faculty and students. On September 16, the Department of Economics and Finance will welcome Stéphanie Lluis from the University of Waterloo. Anyone from the University of Guelph is welcome to attend.

This half-day event, features a panel discussion ' Reimagining the Greenhouse Value Chain with Robotics" . Learn how new on-farm technology is changing Ontario's agri-food value chains from U of G researchers and industry representatives. Hear about how business value can be created from research funded by the OMAFRA - U of G Partnership. Network and share strategic ideas on enhancing Ontario's research and innovation strengths, opportunities and alliances and be inspired by some of Ontario's up-and-coming researchers and innovators.

Now that you have created a LinkedIn profile, are you using this powerful networking tool to your advantage? Take the next step and maximize your presence on LinkedIn. In this workshop you will learn:  Strategies to enhance your profile  Best Practices for networking and promoting your brand as you gain more experience and expand your professional network   Bonus! Get a professional LinkedIn Headshot taken after the workshop.  Photographer will be available from 4-5pm.

This year the CBESA has partnered with the Guelph Mens Hockey Team and have come together in hosting the first ever Movember hockey game! Students are invited to join in on a night of fun for a fantastic cause while showing their support for their Mens Hockey Team! The CBESA will be collecting donations for Movember, selling #MOVEMBER t-shirts, and raising awareness for mens heath.

The Visiting Speaker Series is an opportunity for invited researchers and professionals, external to the University of Guelph, to present their research topic(s) to faculty and students. On September 16, the Department of Economics and Finance will welcome Stéphane Mechoulan from Dalhousie University. Anyone from the University of Guelph is welcome to attend.

When you first got your startup going it was just you, maybe a partner or two. Now with sales growing quickly, you need more people (good people!) and you needed them yesterday! You must make a fast transition from entrepreneur to manager so you can motivate your new employees, build your company's culture, and lead your teams to new heights.

Can you reach the top? Are you ready to 'Ace the Case'? Participate in the Ace the Case, a two-day workshop and case competition, and you could win an all-expenses-paid trip representing your country at the KPMG International Case Competition. Gain valuable experience, build your resume, and get one step closer to where you want to go.  For more information on this case competition, attend our information session! Location: Macdonald Hall Room 232 Date: Thursday, November 24th Time: 5:30pm - 6:45pm

University of Guelph alumna, Theresa Firestone (B.A.Sc. ’78) is currently Senior Vice President, Healthcare Businesses with Shoppers Drug Mart where she is responsible for providing overall leadership to several business units including MediSystem Pharmacies, Specialty Health Network, Sanis Health, Pharmaceutical Partnerships and Shoppers Home Healthcare retail outlets.