The local United Way recognized the University of Guelph with major awards for its 2016 campaign. The U of G community raised $625,000 in one of its most successful fundraising drives ever.
United Way fundraiser wins “Campaign of the Year”
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U of G introduces neuroscience major
The University of Guelph is introducing a new undergraduate major in neuroscience.
University Centre updates will create more space for students
Areas of the University Centre (UC) are being updated to make better use of space on the first floor and in Peter Clark Hall.
Sexual violence policy offers support to entire campus community
The University of Guelph continues to strengthen its sexual violence programming by revising its existing sexual violence protocol into a more comprehensive policy aimed at supporting including faculty, staff and students.
U of G student among 72 shortlisted astronaut candidates
More than five years ago, Scott VanBommel watched a rocket roar into the sky, propelling the Curiosity rover to Mars. Now the University of Guelph student hopes to become one of Canada’s next astronauts, a prospect that may line him up to be among the first humans to blast off on a voyage to the
Getting a taste of food basics
For students who skipped home economics — or didn’t pay attention in class — Alison Crerar’s “Understanding Foods” course is feeding their brains and stomachs. It comes as no surprise to Crerar that some of her first- and second-year students don’t know how to use kitchen appliances or even how to turn them on. They
Students launch ‘green’ coffee cups campaign
A campaign organized by students and supported by U of G’s Hospitality Services aims to encourage the use of reusable coffee mugs on campus through customer incentives and an advertising campaign to reduce single-use cups.
U of G receives $30 million for new spaces, laboratory upgrades
The University of Guelph will receive more than $30 million from the federal and provincial governments to enhance research and innovation facilities.
College of Business and Economics gets new home
After two years of renovations and upgrades, Macdonald Hall is the new home of the College of Business and Economics (CBE).
U of G recognized for energy efficiency
U of G’s leadership in energy conservation and sustainability has been recognized with a $5.8-million energy-saving incentive from the provincial government’s Save On Energy program. The funding rewards projects that reduce energy consumption.