Standing up to racial injustice Over the past weekend, Donald Trump tweeted that the “sons of bitches” who kneel during the national anthem in the National Football League (NFL) should be suspended or fired. In response, a movement that began over a year ago with Colin Kaepernick grew, as many […]
Author: Rebecca Thompson
Men’s rugby nationals to be held at Guelph
First national championship in decades for men’s rugby The University of Guelph will host the inaugural Canadian University Men’s Rugby Championship in November. The competition will be an important step for men’s rugby as they hope to be recognized and sanctioned by U Sports, as women’s rugby already is, in the […]
The do’s and don’ts of commenting on someone’s body
Your compliments can impact people dealing with an eating disorder Commenting on someone’s body can greatly impact their self-esteem — especially if they are currently battling with or recovering from an eating disorder. You can’t always tell who is dealing with an issue based just on their appearance. So, if […]
Gryphon teams you may not know, but should check out
How to support these sports and show true Gryphon spirit Gryphon spirit embodies pride, excitement, and entertainment. With many different sports and varsity teams at Guelph, there is no shortage of chances to show off your Gryphon colours at a game. There are, however, many teams at Guelph that are […]
Do you know how to help a fellow Gryphon in need?
Recognizing warning signs and providing care to those who need it most University is a time in life where many of us face complex issues as well as the added stresses and pressures of school. With so many of us trying to manage these challenges and our own battles with […]
Twenty tips to drinking like a smart university student
Being responsible is fun, alcohol poisoning is not If you enjoy drinking, it’s important to know your limit and stay within it. Know what your tolerance is and what your body and mind can handle.Not knowing how to drink responsibly can lead to dangerous situations for yourself, your friends and […]
ONTarget: What’s up with coverage of women’s sports on television?
An opinion on watching women’s sports Women’s sports are becoming increasingly popular; more fans are attending games and buying merchandise, and more women are playing sports—so why don’t they get shown on television? In my opinion, the inequitable treatment of women’s sports coverage is distasteful to say the least, but […]
The Ontarion names its first Gryphon Sportsperson of the Year
Third-year rower Carly Zanatta takes the inaugural title Carly Zanatta is a third-year food science student, an accomplished rower for the Guelph Gryphons, and The Ontarion’s first Gryphon Sportsperson of the Year. This recognition is awarded to an athlete who embodies what it means to be a Gryphon and has […]
ONTarget: The biggest upset of the NCAA fails to reach audiences
The best game of March Madness was in the women’s division Overtime, a buzzer beater shot, and the end of a 111-game winning streak. In my opinion, the biggest upset in basketball history came on Friday, March 31 when the Mississippi State Bulldogs beat the University of Connecticut Huskies (UConn) […]
The Gryphon Athletic Banquet recognizes student-athletes
Annual event celebrates community, athletics, and academics The annual Guelph Gryphon Athletic Banquet dazzled in the new Gryphons Events Centre on Thursday, March 30. The new centre allowed for more seating and space, with a stage for the awards presentations in the middle of the floor. There were over 800 […]
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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.