A recap of the event and its importance to the community The Southern Ontario Amazing Race (SOAR) is an event that has been a part of the Guelph community since early 2004. Originally put together by Glenna Banda, Matt Steffler and Paul Pengelly, the process of turning the race into […]
Sports & Health
The Ontarion’s sports and health articles cover sporting events and health issues relevant to the University of Guelph campus community.
Champions League final 2014-2015
A recap of the historic UEFA competition Four minutes was all it took for Barcelona’s Ivan Rakitic to find the back of the onion bag and put Juventus on its heels in last Saturday’s Champions League final. Barcelona would claim its third Champions League title in six years, beating Juventus […]
NHL Offseason Approaching
A brief look at the upcoming break We are three games into the Stanley Cup final and the upcoming offseason is looking to be one of the most interesting in years. The most anticipated, of course, is the arrival of Connor McDavid, hailed as the Edmonton Oilers’ savior—a generational talent—by […]
W.F. Mitchell Athletics Centre upgrade under way
An update from Athletic Director Tom Kendall Renovations to the W.F. Mitchell Athletics Centre are well under way this summer. The renovations will bring a much-needed upgrade to the 50-year-old building, expanding it from 6,000 to 25,000 square feet. A new 170,000 square foot fitness facility will also be created […]
Leafs Sign Mike Babcock to $50 Million Deal
Toronto has landed the NHL’s top head coach The Mike Babcock sweepstakes are finally over. The Toronto Maple Leafs have signed former-Detroit Red Wings head coach Mike Babcock to a multi-year deal. The deal was announced last week as the Maple Leafs have been attempting to rebuild during the offseason. […]
Headline: Local collaboration set to tackle C. difficile outbreaks
U of G and Guelph General Hospital partner to understand common pathogen The University of Guelph and Guelph General Hospital (GGH) have recently teamed up to study the Clostridium difficile bacteria, with the intention to help prevent future outbreaks in hospitals and long-term care facilities. Dr. Scott Weese, a pathobiology […]
Mental Health & Wellness: The complexity of self-confidence
Creating trust in one’s powers and abilities When describing someone who is successful, people are quick to agree that this person is confident and believes in what he or she is doing. They may say he or she is decisive, positive, and optimistic towards an outcome. Similarly, identifying someone who […]
2015 IIHF World Championships
A brief look at the tournament If you are a hockey fan, this is likely your favourite time of the year. The NHL playoffs are in full swing, and there are enough upsets, unsung heroes, and highlight reel moments to keep you glued to your television, radio, tablet, or other […]
NCAA March Madness Recap
Duke University takes the crown and wins NCAA title Fantasy NCAA bracket players, rejoice! Finally you can get back to your normal lives, either repressed with the frustration of Kentucky’s loss, or overjoyed at your Wisconsin Badgers pick. This year’s tournament has been phenomenal, filled with solid, fundamental basketball and […]
Food for Your Brain
During exams, it’s important to feed your brain Don’t you wish that all that course material would just flow straight into your brain and stay there? We all know a magic potion would be needed for that, but wouldn’t it be great if we could learn those chapters easier and […]
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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.