Past Events

Sign-up for this short, 3 session program and learning about techniques and tips to decrease the uncomfortable sensations of anxiety. Sessions run on May 27th, June 3rd and June 10th from 7:00 - 8:00 pm. Fees: $10.00 for U of G students (due to Student Health Services subsidy) $30.00 for members of USW Local 4120 (due to Local 4120 subsidy) $60.00 for all others

Drop by City Hall from 7–9 a.m. for free coffee, snacks and a chance to win prizes.  Meet others who enjoy cycling and learn how the City is helping to build a bicycle-friendly Guelph.  Learn more about this event on the Bike Month website.

What can educators do to interrupt oppression in teaching and working contexts? Plenty! And it requires courage. By looking inward and also critically examining their courses and the environment around them, educators are in a unique position to influence their peers, their course delivery and the institution itself. Moving Bravely Forward takes a deep dive into anti-oppression approaches for educators interested in shifting the quality of conversations toward greater authenticity and inclusive practice.

You have been introduced to the new GOAL 2.0 performance success framework. You know about and are utilizing the core practices – CONNECT, ADAPT and ALIGN. You are being thoughtful about your conversations and how to ensure they are Quality Conversations…and, now you have questions and a desire to learn more! Well, this Master Class is for you.

Unconscious bias exists within everyone and, while unintentional, unacknowledged biases may have detrimental effects on others. For teaching faculty, it’s important to make conscious efforts to identify and take action to prevent bias from impacting course delivery, interactions with students, and one’s management of classroom dynamics.

SafeTALK is an alertness training that prepares anyone, regardless of prior experience or training, to become a suicide-alert helper. The SafeTALK trainer will demonstrate the importance of suicide alertness and help participants identify ways people invite help when they’re at risk. Program focus:

Participate in 12 group classes that will teach you relaxation and stress management skills. Sessions are on Tuesdays and Thursday from 8:00 pm - 9:00 pm Fees: $40.00 for U of G students (due to Student Health Services subsidy) $120.00 for members of United Steelworkers Local 4120 (due to USW Local 4120 subsidy) $240.00 for all others.

SafeTALK is an alertness training that prepares anyone, regardless of prior experience or training, to become a suicide-alert helper. The SafeTALK trainer will demonstrate the importance of suicide alertness and help participants identify ways people invite help when they’re at risk.

Join us as we celebrate our second annual Be Well, Be Safe Week at U of G. Stop by the 74 Lounge Room at the back of the Brasstaps Lounge for an informal social gathering to meet new colleagues and enjoy some refreshments together. Everyone is welcome, so feel free to bring a friend! Please send a quick RSVP, so we know how many people to expect.