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Events, activities, research, and awards from the Dean's Office of the College of Social and Applied Human Sciences at the University of Guelph.
#UofG | Supply management in Canada's dairy industry is under threat and it must be protected in the trade war with the U.S., writes Dr. Evan Fraser in a commentary for The @GlobeAndMail. @ArrellFoodInst @CSAHS_UoG Read more: theglobeandmail.com/business/comme…
Dr. Diana Lewis is helping Indigenous communities build capacity and deepen their knowledge of how to interpret and analyze their health data in the context of environmental assessments. Learn more: uoguel.ph/mhe5c

#UofG | Dr. Julie Simmons is available for interviews to discuss the upcoming federal byelection in Alberta, where Pierre Poilievre is running to win back a seat in the House of Commons. @CSAHS_UoG #CdnPoli Learn more in our latest #ExpertAlert: news.uoguelph.ca/2025/07/expert…
#UofG researchers have been awarded over $16.3 million in funding from @NSERC_CRSNG, @SSHRC_CRSH, and @CIHR_IRSC. This investment supports research and innovation in cybersecurity, health, sustainability and social justice across Canada. Learn more: uoguel.ph/29lw1
#UofG students in the Nepal Field School connect deeply with local communities through hands-on learning. Led by Dr. Andrea Paras, the program invites reflection and meaningful conversations that stay with students long after they return home. Learn more: uoguel.ph/i0s1k
MacKenna Joyce, a recent #UofG grad in Child Studies, spent last summer working at the Child Care and Learning Centre (CCLC)—an experience she describes as nothing short of transformative. Learn More: uoguel.ph/5ahsk

#UofG | Dr. Ze'ev Gedalof appears on @GlobalNews to discuss wildfire season and what else can be done to help fight the fires. @CSAHS_UoG @GuelphGeography Watch: globalnews.ca/video/11276556…
Congratulations to Dr. Stephen Lewis, faculty in the Department of Psychology, for being invited to be a fellow of the International Society for the Study of Self-injury (ISSS).

Help us recognize excellence within our college! Nominate an outstanding professor, instructor, or TA who has made meaningful scholarly contributions to teaching & learning this year. Learn More: uoguel.ph/fvvom

What would a world that celebrates difference look like? The new Bodies in Translation’s Worlding Difference Platform has free interactive modules to help reimagine how we understand diverse bodies & minds. Learn More: uoguel.ph/worldingdiffer… @BITpartnership

Dr. Rene Van Acker, a world-renowned scholar, proud #UofG alumnus, and a leader deeply rooted in the University of Guelph community, has been appointed U of G’s 10th president and vice-chancellor, effective July 2, 2025. Learn more: uoguel.ph/omlhi
#UofG researchers have been awarded over $5 million from the Canadian Institutes of Health Research to address major health challenges, including antimicrobial resistance, mental health, Indigenous-led environmental assessment, and more. Learn more: uoguel.ph/f3oao
Dr. Shayna Skakoon-Sparling’s research reveals how critical social support is, not just for mental health, but for sexual health too. Having strong social ties may protect queer men against health risks. Learn more: uoguel.ph/7kn7y #HappyPrideMonth

Nearly 50 years after beginning his degree, Dave Burnett is graduating this week with #UofG’s Class of 2025. From farm work to facing major health challenges, his story is one of resilience, determination and lifelong learning. Learn more: uoguel.ph/3v8z8 #GuelphGrad
As a fourth-year Psychology student at #UofG, Lucas has been actively involved in advocating for LGBTQIA+ youth inclusion. For Pride Month, Lucas shares their story which deeply shaped their understanding of mental health and resilience. Learn More: uoguel.ph/g9rxl

Congratulations to Dr. Mavis Morton for receiving this year’s John Bell Award which recognizes outstanding contributions to education at the University of Guelph. Learn more: uoguel.ph/hypl9

📢 Attn grad students! CARE Travel Grants of up to €5,000 The Climate Adaptation, Resilience and Empowerment (CARE) Program for #UofGuelph master's students travelling to pursue projects related CARE’s core themes. 🗓️Deadlines are ongoing Info: 👇🏽uoguelph.ca/registrar/stud…🗓️
📢 Attn #UofGuelph students entering thesis Masters or Doctoral related to poultry science, ideally on egg production, processing and/or nutrition. LH Gray & Son Ltd Poultry Scholarship – 2 MSc awards of $12,500 or 1 PhD award of $25K. Deadline: June 15 uoguelph.ca/registrar/stud…
#UofG | Dr. Myrna Dawson speaks to @CdnPressNews about the need to include a definition of femicide in the Criminal Code. @CSAHS_UoG @CAN_Femicide @DawsonMyrna Read more: thecanadianpressnews.ca/ontario/uphill…
#UofG | Dr. Julie Simmons appears on the @VassKapelosShow to discuss how the throne speech passed "on division" and what comes next for the federal government. @CSAHS_UoG Listen: iheart.com/podcast/962-th…