Past Events

Join Dr Jordi Díez as we discuss the role of high courts in abortion rulings Political Science Professor Dr. Jordi Díez presents his latest book, The Judicial Politics of Abortion in Latin America, which explores the significant role of courts and judicial actors in influencing key abortion decisions.

As AI tools rapidly evolve, faculty across the social sciences are rethinking how to design meaningful, rigorous, and engaging assessments. Join us for two practical sessions delivered by the Office of Teaching and Learning on designing assessments in an AI-enhanced learning environment. We will share assessment ideas from the social sciences and discuss how they could be adapted to align with your course learning outcomes. We will be joined by a faculty colleague who will showcase examples from their teaching.

International Students End of Semester Celebration  Please join us for our end-of-semester celebration! Join us for an afternoon of fun and connection as we wrap up the semester together. Enjoy snacks from around the world and take this opportunity to connect, relax, and celebrate all you've accomplished this term!

Thinking about graduate school? Join Dr. Sarah Cahill for a fire-side casual chat and coffee. The Graduate Mentorship Program invites Black, Indigenous, Racialized, and International Students to an engaging and welcoming coffee hour with Dr. Sarah Cahill, Associate Director of Graduate Studies, Strategic Planning, and Program Innovation. This is your chance to connect in a relaxed setting, ask questions, and gain invaluable insights from an experienced leader who understands the unique journeys of diverse graduate students. Gain insights in:

Special Guest: The Honourable Justice Malcolm Rowe    Justice Malcolm Rowe Photo: Andrew Balfour Photography  Join us for a special lecture by Justice Malcolm Rowe of the Supreme Court of Canada, as we discuss the role of courts in the Canadian constitutional order

Interested in careers in policing? Learn about both front line and civilian roles. The Criminal Justice & Public Policy program is hosting the Policing Pathways & Opportunities Fair. This event is an opportunity for students to connect with a variety of police services, meet with recruiters, and learn more about becoming competitive for career opportunities offered within policing and law enforcement. Drop by and meet with:

Join Dr. Martha Paynter to explore her 20-year effort in promoting abortion access in Canada As an activist, writer, nurse, and public scholar, she is renowned worldwide for her knowledge at the intersection of reproductive justice and prisoner health.

Considering applying to grad school? The Guelph Institute of Development Studies is pleased to launch a new course-based, 8-month graduate program, the Master of Development Practice and Global Justice. Join us for an info session where we'll introduce the new program, break down the application process, and share tips on strengthening your application to grad school.

Special Guest Lecture: Behind the Scenes of U.S. Environmental Policy-Making Don’t miss this unique opportunity to gain firsthand insights into the inner workings of the U.S. environmental policy process! We are excited to welcome Dr. Michal Freedhoff, former Assistant Administrator for the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency’s Office of Chemical Safety and Pollution Prevention (OCSPP) and past Biden administration appointee, for an engaging guest lecture.

Fostering Societal Growth: Exploring How Inclusion Drives the Development Agenda In 2025, Barbados enacted the Rights of Persons with Disabilities Act, which came just three months after the government introduced a seven-year policy aimed at addressing the needs of persons with disabilities. As contemporary development faces social, economic, political, and environmental challenges, it is essential for any society striving to achieve its goals to vigorously promote the inclusion of all its members.