A warm welcome to new students Going to university is like standing under a raging waterfall: exhausting and probably fruitless. The water represents the many pressures of academia and of virtuous living. Occasionally, trout and salmon representing your hopes and dreams smack you in the face as they whiz by. […]
News
The Ontarion’s news articles cover current events and issues relevant to the University of Guelph and greater Guelph communities.
ALS Ice Bucket Challenge
The ALS ice bucket challenge has moved from a plea for awareness and donations to yet another public spectacle. The aim was simple: to raise money and awareness for a debilitating but poorly publicized disease. By now, everyone knows the routine. Someone takes a bucket of ice water, dumps it […]
In conversation with Thomas Oberle
The importance of discussing and contemplating big questions In a recent interview with Thomas Oberle, an undergraduate student at the University of Guelph, I discussed the reasons behind beginning something called The Telos Project. “The Telos project is dedicated to the exploration of ideas and topics related to the God […]
Getting to Know Guelph
The Royal City in its entire splendor Guelph is a beautiful city. It’s just the right combination of urban and agrarian that it has the ability to appeal to almost everyone on the spectrum. However, because of its small size, Guelph is often overlooked for not being as […]
Best Breakfasts in Guelph
Taking a look at some must-try breakfast places Breakfast is the most important meal of the day. Without a good breakfast, it is difficult to find the motivation to head out into the world. Luckily for you, Guelph has a vast array of restaurants that will satisfy the cravings of […]
Coffee in Guelph
The best places to get your caffeine fix Looking for a better atmosphere to get some work done? Look no further than some of Guelph’s best coffee shops to get an excellent ambience and that caffeine fix we all so desperately need. Do yourself a favour and take some time […]
Living with Roommates
The good, the bad, the ugly Unfortunately, the horror stories you’ve heard can become very real very quickly. Dishes are piled high, your leftover Pad Thai has somehow flown the coop, and there’s a mountain of things where your common room table used to be – I’m talking, of course, […]
Volunteering in Guelph
The importance of lending a helping hand Looking to get involved? You came to the right city. If you haven’t already, you will soon enough feel the energy that the City of Guelph and the university have to offer. Volunteering on campus and throughout the community can enrich your life […]
Eating on Campus
Creelman, The Bullring, and many more The options are seemingly endless at the University of Guelph, which should be no surprise considering the university has been among the top schools awarded for their culinary expertise for close to a decade. Your taste buds are in good company here. When moving […]
Sexual Diversity
Resources on campus for sexual diversity and gender equality Moving away from home can be both scary and exciting. It’s great to be able to – pardon my cliche – spread your wings and fly, but it can be daunting to move to a new place, away from your […]
About
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.