Is vaping really better than smoking? As I sauntered down the street, I spotted two guys exhaling clouds of what appeared to be smoke. I expected to smell the disgusting scent of cigarettes as I passed by. Instead, I was greeted by the sweet smell of vanilla. Had these guys […]
Sports & Health
The Ontarion’s sports and health articles cover sporting events and health issues relevant to the University of Guelph campus community.
Talk Nerdy To Me: An introduction to orgasms and orgasmic pleasure
The orgasm is considered the climax of sexual arousal. Orgasms consist of muscle contractions often described as a flooding, flushing, and/or throbbing sensation. Other physical aspects of orgasm include increased blood pressure, heart rate, and/or breathing. In addition to the sensory feelings, there tend to be emotional feelings of pleasure, […]
Nathan Skoufis honoured by the City of Guelph
Mayor of Guelph, Cam Guthrie, recognizes world-class martial artist Last week, Nathan Skoufis was recognized and praised by the mayor of Guelph for his recent achievement of the North American Sport Karate Association (NASKA) world championship title. He has now won the title three straight years in a row. The […]
Healthy options for the midnight snacker
How to gravitate away from grease Getting cravings for a comfort food snack in the middle of the night is perfectly normal, especially during midterm season with the stress piling up. Unfortunately, these midnight expeditions don’t always include the healthiest of choices. Luckily, there are some simple midnight snacks that you […]
An avocado a day makes the healthy fat stay
You don’t even have to eat one to benefit! “An avocado… Thanks!” In recent years, avocados have made a huge impact on the health food scene. They have even become a popular fashion trend as seen on pins, phone cases, clothing, and hats — and all for good reason. As one […]
Scoring a touchdown for HeForShe
Initiative champions gender equality The Guelph Gryphons Football Team and the College of Business and Economics (CBE) are hosting a joint event supporting the United Nations (UN) HeForShe initiative on Wednesday, March 13. HeForShe is an initiative that proposes gender equality as not just a women’s issue, but a human […]
Gryphons Scoreboard
Playoff edition, part two Women’s Hockey (OUA semifinal) Gryphons 0, Mustangs 1 Gryphons 2, Mustangs 3 (2 OT) Gryphons lose series 2-0 The Gryphons’ season comes to a heartbreaking end after a double-overtime loss in London. The Gryphons will not have an opportunity to threepeat at the McCaw Cup. Women’s […]
Talk Nerdy To Me: The health benefits of orgasms
Sex can be pleasurable and it is a way to connect with your partner, but there are also health benefits to sex. Studies have shown that having an orgasm can help to decrease stress and can also help people fall asleep. This is likely because of the surge of oxytocin that […]
Gryphons Scoreboard: End of season and playoff edition
Men’s Basketball Gryphons 100, Warriors 86 Gryphons 59, Mustangs 97 Gryphons finish the season with 6-18 record and don’t make the playoffs. Women’s Basketball Gryphons 71, Warriors 51 Gryphons 85, Mustangs 76 Gryphons finish the season with 14-10 record. Gryphons 68, Mustangs 72 — Round one of playoffs The lid […]
Gryphons defeat Lancers 3-1 to keep home ice advantage
First playoff win gave Gryphons 1-0 lead in the series On Thursday, Feb. 15, the Gryphons played the opening of their OUA playoff run against the Windsor Lancers. The Gryphons were 0-2 against the Lancers during the regular season, getting outscored nine goals to four. [media-credit name=”Photo by Michael Cimesa” […]
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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.