U of G’s on-campus multifandom fan base The Fantasy, Literature, Anime, Sci-fi, and Horror (FLASH) club is a student-run organization that welcomes fanatics from a variety of fandoms and all walks of life. It operates a number of events throughout the school year, including a recently hosted series of costume-making […]
Author: Jennifer Albay
Mental health and wellness: ADHD Awareness Month
Campaign seeks to raise awareness about issues involving the Canadian justice system When we think of October, there are a great number of things that may come to mind. Leaf piles, thick knit sweaters, pumpkin spice lattes, and publicly observed holidays like Thanksgiving or Halloween are all things that are […]
Vegfest Guelph aims to promote a plant-based lifestyle
Eating plants to help save the animals and the environment Guelph’s annual vegetarian food festival celebrated its third year at the Guelph Youth Music Centre and Goldie Mills Park on Sept. 25, 2016. The festival’s themes are centred around the promotion of animal rights, community-enhancing activism, as well as the […]
ONtaku: Starting next year with an overdose on Resident Evil releases
Twenty years later, Capcom is still milking their zombie franchise Do you find entertainment in movies and games of the survival-horror genre? If so, prepare yourself, because creators at Capcom, a well-known video game developing and publishing company based out of Japan, have two movies and a video game lined […]
New U of G eco-campaign calls for more coffee, less waste
Get your caffeine fix, save money, and help the environment Organized by a team of students from the University of Guelph and backed by Hospitality Services, the latest on-campus green campaign was officially put into motion on Sept. 6, 2016. The campaign addresses the need for eco-awareness in our day-to-day […]
Iconic giant panda no longer considered an endangered species
A step in the right direction, but a stronger sense of environmental governance is needed On Sept. 4, 2016, the International Union for Conservation of Nature and Natural Resources (IUCN), an organization that works toward the conservation of nature and the sustainable use of natural resources, released a report detailing […]
The details on decorating your temporary living space
Making the most out of your home away from home Although most student housing situations are temporary, that doesn’t mean you can’t customize your living space to better suit your tastes. Temporary doesn’t have to be synonymous with boring. Strategically placing posters to cover blank walls and putting a couple […]
Tips for managing the rigors of post-secondary life
University is a constant balancing act The academic responsibilities of being a university student can be difficult to fulfill when you are simultaneously juggling a part-time job and a social life. Here are four things to keep in mind when attempting to find a balance between school, work, and friends. […]
Mental health management options and resources at U of G
You don’t have to go through it alone When it comes to physical health, it is common knowledge that exercise, an adequate amount of sleep, and a good diet are conductive towards maintaining a healthy lifestyle. Unfortunately, many people fail to make a conscious effort when it comes to mental […]
How many litres of water should you be drinking every day?
Downloading a water tracking app for your smartphone may help you find an answer With the heat and humidity of the summer months now upon us, it is important to stay properly hydrated. What is the best way of doing this? By drinking enough water. It may sound like a […]
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The Ontarion publishes independent, student-produced news, opinion, and commentary for University of Guelph students so that they can make informed decisions in their lives. To do this, The Ontarion provides learning opportunities and training in journalism, media production, leadership, board governance, and other aspects of nonprofit news.
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.