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Tya Milne Receives Certificate of Appreciation for Presenting to the International Rice Research Institute
Tya Milne, a second-year Capacity Development and Extension graduate student, has received a Certificate of Appreciation for her role in presenting to the International Rice Research Institute in the Philippines in November 2024.
CDE Donation to CFRU 93.3 Radio Station
SEDRD’s Dr. Helen Hambly visited CFRU 93.3 today to donate some headsets and lav mics to our amazing campus and community radio station in Guelph! OAC and the Capacity Development and Extension (CDE) program have a long history with enabling community radio, including the founding of CFRU 93.3. In 2025, we are excited to be discussing opportunities for student internships and mini-projects in support of community and campus media and participatory communication activities in and beyond Guelph!
Position Available: Assistant Professor, Rural Planning and Development
The School of Environmental Design and Rural Development (SEDRD) at the University of Guelph invites applications for a tenure-track position at the Assistant Professor level. The earliest anticipated start date is July 1, 2025, or another mutually agreed-upon date in 2025.
SEDRD Grad Students Win Fall 2024 OAC Awards
Congratulations to all the OAC Scholarship and Award recipients! SEDRD graduate students from Capacity Development, Landscape Architecture, Rural Planning & Development, and Rural Studies received over $140,000. Award recipients, faculty and donors attended the Fall 2024 graduate awards reception on December 5, 2024.
Thank you to the generous support from the Ontario Agricultural College donors and community!
Recent Graduate Tiwalola Alabi Receives the IDRC RAR Award
Tiwalola Alabi (CDE MSc 2024 graduate) received the prestigious Research Award Recipient (RAR) honor from the International Development Research Centre (IDRC) for her project titled "Navigating Ethical Dilemmas: The Impact of Informed Consent Procedures on Vulnerable Populations in Social Research in Nigeria." This recognition highlights her dedication to advancing ethical research practices, particularly in addressing the challenges of obtaining informed consent among marginalized groups.
Ageism, the Baby Boomers, and Elderhood
Professor Emeritus Al Lauzon recently published 'Ageism, the Baby Boomers, and Elderhood' in the Huron-Perth Boomers magazine. The article examines the roles, opportunities, and challenges faced by baby boomers in contributing to their communities. Take a read of Dr. Lauzon's recent publication online.