The Good Games return to University of Guelph in July
The Good Games will see former Olympians and amateurs compete in a multi-sport event on July 6 and 7. The event is free to attend.
Sports
May 1
University of Guelph’s agriculture college commemorates 150 years
The ice cream social on Wednesday was the first of several events to commemorate the Ontario Agricultural College's 150th anniversary.
Education
May 2
University of Guelph embraces Indigenous culture with new name for science atrium
The 12,000-square-foot shared gathering space at the University of Guelph features a mix of glass, stone and brick with lush foliage, plus four original Indigenous paintings.
Canada
Apr 16
U of G prof co-leads $15M project to prepare for future health emergencies
Lawrence Goodridge, a microbiology professor at the University of Guelph, is co-leading a team of researchers in a $15-million project that runs until 2028.
Canada
May 9
USask and Canadian Light Source assisting new research into groundwater pollution
University of Guelph scientists have teamed up with Saskatchewan researchers to explore how a chemical called 'sulfolane' may be creating groundwater risks.
Science
Apr 20
Guelph health and nutrition professor has gig advising Chicago Blackhawks
Jamie Burr is helping players on the Chicago Blackhawks improve their performances on and off the ice. The University of Guelph teacher is a high-performance advisor for the team.
Sports
Apr 19
University of Guelph wins big at national wrestling championships in Ottawa
Wrestlers from the University of Guelph slammed their way through the competition at the national championships in Ottawa. The tournament ran March 14-17.
Sports
Mar 27
College Royal celebrates 100 years at University of Guelph
The 12-say event began last week for students, faculty, and alumni. The public is invited to attend the open house this weekend.
Canada
Mar 14
Alcohol recovery room at University of Guelph can help ease ER pressure, hospital says
The recovery room helps divert the patients who don’t require an emergency department visit, said the director of Guelph General Hospital's emergency department.
Canada
Mar 14
University of Guelph initiative raises $2.5 million for female student athletes
The initiative has raised $2.5 million for female student athletes. It's also created policy changes and raised awareness since it launched in 2018 at the University of Guelph.
Sports
Feb 27
Argos legend remembers his football roots in Guelph
Michael 'Pinball' Clemons first stepped on to the field as a CFL football player with the Argos at Alumni Stadium in June 1989. It was also where his nickname got its origins.
Sports
May 14
$2M in funding and gifts donated to University of Guelph’s Agricultural College
The University of Guelph received gifts from Ontario Bean Growers and an anonymous $2-million donation to support the hiring of three vacant positions at the Ridgetown campus.
Environment
Feb 22
What’s open and closed on Victoria Day 2024 in Guelph
Banks, retail and grocery stores, and city-operated facilities will be closed. Most drug stores, wine rack and select Beer Store locations will be open.
Canada
9 hours
Tour de Guelph aims to raise $200K in support of Guelph General Hospital
Riders can choose to participate in multiple routes, one going as far as 100 km, as the annual event aims to raise over $200,000 for the Foundation of Guelph General Hospital.
Canada
May 1
University of Guelph’s entry in research competition hopes to pass deep space taste test
The final judging in the Deep Space Food Challenge happened on Feb 7. The winner of the $380,000 first prize will be announced in March.
Canada
Feb 16
5 individuals, 4 teams to be inducted into the Gryphon Athletics Hall of Fame
Five individuals and four teams will be enshrined in the Gryphon Athletics Hall of Fame at a ceremony on June 21.
Sports
Apr 18
Shawn Lemon practises at Alouettes training camp despite sports gambling suspension
Shawn Lemon was on the field practising Tuesday at training camp.
Canada
May 14
Argonauts to hold training camp, pre-season game again at U of G
Camp opens May 8 with the rookies. The Argonauts host the Tiger-Cats at Alumni Stadium on May 31.
Sports
Apr 10
Guelph YouTuber’s coffee channel picking up steam with fans
Matthew Stiver is a mechanical engineer and launched Lifestyle Lab in 2012. The channel primarily covers coffee-related content and has amassed more than 20 million views.
Canada
May 10
Hamilton Ticats training camp primer: 3 burning questions
The Hamilton Tiger-Cats' championship hopes in 2024 will hinge on a trio of questions that will be answered as the CFL season unfolds.
Sports
May 10
