New OVC Dean announced Guelph’s Ontario Veterinary College (OVC) has appointed its newest dean. A June 12 news release welcomed Prof. Jeff Wichtel, alumnus of Atlantic Veterinary College (AVC) in P.E.I. The mixed animal veterinarian and board-certified theriogenologist brings a wealth of experience to the position, including a residency at […]
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Lowlands, Alanna Gurr, and Green & Gold at the eBar
By Stacey Aspinall On June 5, Lowlands performed a show at eBar, along with Alanna Gurr & The Greatest State and Green & Gold. The show was presented by Fortnight Music. Though the downtown core can sometimes see a lull during summertime, as the student population diminishes, the show drew […]
U of G professors investigate nature of fructose
Collaborative study finds parallels between the addictive qualities of fructose and cocaine The negative health effect of sugar, specifically fructose, have long been known, but a University of Guelph-led study showed just how addictive this sugar can be. Researchers at U of G and Rockefeller University in New York City […]
The USA FREEDOM Act
A look at how the new bill is reinvigorating the privacy discussion in the United States The USA FREEDOM Act was approved by a 67 to 32 margin vote by the Senate on June 2. Later that evening, it was officially enacted as President Barack Obama signed it into law. […]
Public smoking outlawed in Beijing
A crackdown on public smoking has been initiated in Beijing As of June 1, 2015, smokers in Beijing must confine their habit to the privacy of their homes. Smoking is now illegal in in all public places throughout the city, including bars, restaurants, schools, hospitals, and hotels. The ban will […]
Nigeria outlaws female genital mutilation
Law hopes to eliminate harmful traditional practice Nigeria has taken a position of leadership and passed legislation criminalizing the practice of female genital mutilation (FGM) on May 26, 2015. It is estimated that 19.9 million Nigerian women, and over 125 million girls and women worldwide, have undergone this procedure. Prevalence […]
Guelph Dance Festival
The annual Guelph Dance Festival celebrated 15 years of dance with a variety of workshops, staged performances, and unique shows. Through June 5 to June 7, the city was captivated by the cultural and communal engagement brought forth by the festival. The Guelph Dance Festival spreads a message of inclusion. […]
Albums of the Week
Band: Seatbelts Album: Cowboy Bebop The seminal 1998 anime classic, Cowboy Bebop, was defined by its unparalleled writing, fascinating characters, stunning visual work, and—perhaps most importantly—its remarkable soundtrack. Seatbelts, led by composer and instrumentalist Yoko Kanno, composed all of the show’s music, and the essence of Cowboy Bebop is captured […]
Livestock Research Centre opens in Elora
New facility will help improve dairy industry The University of Guelph was proud to announce the opening of the Livestock Research and Innovation Centre (LRIC) – Dairy Facility at Elora on May 28, 2015. The $25 million centre is state-of-the-art, and comes equipped with resources for scientists, stakeholders, and students […]
Under the Radar
Microsoft announces release date for upcoming Windows 10 operating system Microsoft announced the release date for their highly anticipated successor to their Windows 8 operating system (OS) last week. Windows 10, the next iteration of the popular computer OS, will be released on July 29, 2015. The OS will be […]
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The Ontarion is the University of Guelph’s independent student newspaper. It began in 1951 as part of the Ontario Agricultural College and then began to represent the entire University of Guelph once it amalgamated in 1964. The Ontarion incorporated in May 1970 as The Ontarion, Inc., a not-for-profit corporation registered with the province of Ontario.