It’s important to know your body well so that you can tell if there are changes that come up, such as swelling, bumps, or sores. Make sure to see a health care provider if you notice any significant changes or are feeling concerned. Implementing monthly self-exams can be an effective […]
Sports & Health
The Ontarion’s sports and health articles cover sporting events and health issues relevant to the University of Guelph campus community.
Gryphon Scoreboard
Men’s Basketball Gryphons 76, Warriors 87 Gryphons 61, Golden Hawks 75 Gryphons’ Record: 5-17 Women’s Basketball Gryphons 74, Warriors 55 Gryphons 74, Golden Hawks 56 Gryphons’ Record: 12-10 Men’s Hockey Gryphons 6, Rams 2 Gryphons’ Record: 21-6-1 Women’s Hockey Gryphons 3, Lakers 6 Gryphons 3, Voyageurs 0 Gryphons’ Record: 13-4-6 […]
Battling it out: Gryphons dominate division rivals, York Lions, 6-2
Men’s hockey team continues to pull away from the pack in the OUA West On Thursday, Feb. 8 the Gryphons played an astonishing game against the York Lions. The game began by honouring the Gryphons graduating this semester in a pre-game ceremony, and then quickly jumped into the action. Right […]
From Gryphon to Olympian
Brandon Maxwell recruited to U.S. men’s hockey team Gryphon spirit is at a high point this Olympic season with former Gryphon Brandon Maxwell officially joining the U.S. men’s Olympic hockey team. Originally from Winter Park, Fla., Maxwell has had an international career, going from Guelph to Sweden to Utah to Czechoslovakia […]
Canada established sporting trend for creating LGBTQ+ safe space for athletes
Created for the Vancouver 2010 Olympics, Pride House has expanded worldwide The Canadian Olympic Committee (COC) and Pride House International (PHI) are partnering up for the 2018 Olympic Winter Games in PyeongChang. For the first time, Canada House will be home to Pride House. Inside the house is a welcome […]
Athletics in Review
Athletics at Guelph experiencing a revival, opening a new chapter. Director of Athletics Scott McRoberts discusses resources, gender equity, and eSports. Athletics at the University of Guelph has undergone a major facelift. A giant extension has been added to the University’s athletics facility, worth $45 million, and the new football […]
Move aside coffee, matcha is the new go-to caffeinated beverage
The green tea derivative is known for its invigorating qualities With its distinct bright green colour, unique taste, and numerous health benefits, matcha powder has become one of today’s most popular superfoods. Originating in Japan, matcha is processed from finely ground tea leaves to form a powder. The benefits of […]
Making love is good for your health and soul
How sex can help you live longer All of your ancestors had sex, or you wouldn’t be here, which means we’ve got to be doing something right by having so much sex. It may not be much of a surprise, but sex has a lot of health benefits. The most […]
Asexuality is A-okay
An exploration of asexuality sexuality is a sexual orientation that the Asexual Visibility and Education Network (AVEN) defines as “a person who does not experience sexual attraction.” This means that people who are asexual do not desire to have sexual contact with others. A person who is asexual is not to […]
Are your sexual and mental health related?
The stigmatization of both sexual and mental health affect one another Sexual health and mental health are not separate entities: they are both part of an individual’s overall wellbeing, and because of this are intertwined. Mental illness can affect all aspects of life, including sexuality. Our thoughts and feelings impact […]
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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.