Independent News for the University of Guelph Community
Now more than ever, a little kindness goes a long way t’s almost Valentine’s Day, and although we typically think of “love” in a romantic context, the reality is that almost all interactions in life are based on some form of a relationship, be it romantic, friendship, professional, etc. Given […]
OVC students get vocal about their school’s shortcomings UPDATE: On Dec. 7 the OVC held its first ‘town hall’ meeting “for all students to share their voice and concern with the leaders who sincerely want to support you.” Over 400 students participated. The OVC has stated that they plan to […]
It’s okay not to love every moment am going to be honest with you — I’m tired. I’m tired of sitting in class, tired of writing a test or two every week, and just straight-up tired. This is my ninth (yes, ninth!) consecutive year of university, so I suppose it’s […]
DVM Program technically undergrad, but there are many differences… Welcome back, fellow Gryphons! I hope you all enjoyed the holiday break that inevitably felt far too short. You may be interested to know that, as most students are easing back into their courses, I have already cut off a pair […]
Supporting the rescue philosophy thought carefully about writing this article, because the topic of breeders versus rescues is a contentious one, even among those in the veterinary profession. However, I’ve never been one to bite my tongue, and recent events and experiences have made me more passionate than ever about […]
a Whale of a Success 20th Annual Event Saw Over 120 Registrants On Oct. 19, over 100 students, faculty, and members of the public gathered at the Ontario Veterinary College (OVC) to attend the annual Animal Welfare Forum. Hosted by the OVC Animal Welfare Club, this year’s event marked two […]
What even is the vet frat? There are lots of things that Guelphites know about those of us at The Ontario Veterinary College (OVC): the historic main building we occupy on the northwest corner of campus; the black jackets we wear, each class year’s colourful mascot emblazoned on the front; […]
One baby vet’s highs and lows A few weeks ago, a friend of mine asked how it felt to be almost half a vet. I looked behind me to see who she was talking to before I realized she was talking to me. To say I feel unprepared for clinical […]
Snoozanne B. Collins series a big hit Renowned author Snoozanne B. Collins has finally released Mockingbird, the last installment of her hit trilogy, The Slumber Games. Critics are already describing the book as “amazing” and “a real page-turner,” with one reviewer calling it “a book worth staying up late reading […]
Murphy’s Law is alive and well The week before our reading break, I got sick. Really sick. The ‘trip-to-the-ER-for-IV-fluids’ kind of sick. Of course, it was awful. Everything hurt. I was dizzy, dehydrated, and down in the dumps. My bathroom became a temporary pharmacy and my bedroom a permanent parking […]
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