The science and stats behind roleplaying in the bedroom Halloween is a time when you get to dress up as any character you want, but Halloween parties are not the only place where you can choose to be someone else. If interested, you can also be someone else in the […]
Sports & Health
The Ontarion’s sports and health articles cover sporting events and health issues relevant to the University of Guelph campus community.
Opinion: The importance of being ridiculous
My first experience with intramural sports I should probably start by stating one key fact: I suck at team sports. In elementary school gym classes, my teammates knew to keep their distance or risk sustaining considerable injuries. In high school, my grade in Phys Ed. was embarrassingly low. I have […]
ON your plate: Simply gourd-geous roasted seeds & side dish recipes
Pumpkin or squash — butternut, delicata, acorn, and buttercup are all ideal for roasting! Autumn is in the air and pumpkins are mounded up outside every storefront as a reminder to carve a silly (or spooky) face in time for Halloween. Use these tips to make the most of your […]
The not-so-sweet truth about sugar
The real life horror movie monster wreaking havoc on your insides There’s a monster lurking inside your home. Slowly destroying you from within while you unknowingly go about your day. That monster is sugar. The product that Willy Wonka centred his entire business model around. This innocently sweet substance is […]
Talk Nerdy To Me: October is LGBT History Month
Learn about gay rights and related civil rights movements During October, I encourage you to learn more about the history and experiences of the LGBTQ+ community and not just throughout this month, but throughout the rest of the year as well. Canada is often seen as a leader for LGBTQ+ […]
Navigating the feasting food frenzy of the holiday season
Satisfy your belly and your mind The first stop on the holiday train is Thanksgiving. We all know the temptations that surround the never-ending food lists during the holiday. Is it possible to enjoy yourself without falling into a food coma? Yes, and here are some helpful tips to get […]
UFC 229 preview: the biggest MMA fight of the year is here
Conor McGregor to challenge Khabib Nurmagomedov for UFC lightweight title The world of Mixed Martial Arts (MMA) has been on a path to improvement since it became mainstream about 20 years ago. There have been many super athletes that have pushed the boundary of what humans can be capable of […]
Gryphons cross-country team stays on path to Nationals
Guelph continues strong performance at 45th Annual Paul Short Invitational The Guelph Gryphons cross-country team traveled to Lehigh University in Bethlehem, Pa. to compete in three events of the 45th Annual Paul Short Invitational: Gold Men’s 8K, Open Men’s 8K, and Gold Women’s 6K. Coming off a highly successful 2017 campaign […]
Heartbreaker on homecoming weekend
Despite impressive late charge, Gryphons come up one point short in final seconds It was a nail-biter for fans and players alike as the Guelph Gryphons and Queen’s Gaels battled to the dying seconds of Saturday’s homecoming matchup at Alumni Stadium. Despite a disappointing 33-32 loss, the excitement for Guelph Gryphons […]
Outdoor Cat: My first Wildlife Club trip: Fall is the best time to go camping
Entry #1: Sept. 21-23, 2018. Singing Sands of Bruce Peninsula. My Wildlife Club group clusters among the scraggly dune grass. Whispers of “snake” ripple through those of us who haven’t quite caught up yet. We all walk a little faster. Being vertically challenged, I have to stretch to see the […]
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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.