Upcoming Events

Planning on going out for St. Patrick's Day? Come out to the UC Courtyard on Thursday, March 12 from noon-2:00pm to pick up drinks, snacks, and resources to have a safer night and better morning. Enter our draw for a chance to win a Bluetooth speaker!

From Thursday, March 12, 2026 12:00 PM to 2:00 PM EDT at UC Courtyard.

Did you know that the most common STIs, like chlamydia and gonorrhea, show no symptoms and are easily treated? Come get tested and find out your status! It can be as easy as peeing in a cup!

You can get tested at Student Wellness' free STI Testing Day on Wednesday, March 30th from 11:30am until 4:00pm in the UC Courtyard. Come out to pick up swag, snacks, and resources and enter a draw for a chance to win a Beats Headphones and a $100 grocery store giftcard. 

Testing is fast, free, and confidential!

From Monday, March 30, 2026 11:30 AM to 4:00 PM EDT at UC Courtyard.

A supportive gathering designed for graduate students to reflect on their academic and personal experiences through guided peer discussions and creative journaling.

From Tuesday, March 17, 2026 4:30 PM to 5:30 PM EDT at UC 441.

Hey Gryphons!

Join Housing and Student Wellness Services to make some mocktails that will (sham) rock your socks off! 

The event will take place on Thursday, March 12th, from 6:45pm-8pm in the Lambton Games Room! Registration is free, but spots are limited! Sign-up up HERE!

From Thursday, March 12, 2026 6:45 PM to 8:00 PM EDT at Lambton Games Room.

The Wellness Education& Promotion Centre is now hiring for our Peer Helper teams. Come meet some current peers and learn about what it's like to be part of Student Wellness, the work you'll do as a peer, and more about the application process.

We are hiring for the following teams:

Peer Wellness Educator

Sexual Assault Free Environment (SAFE) Peer Wellness Educator

USHINE Peer Wellness Coach

Applications are open on Experience Guelph until March 8.

From Tuesday, March 3, 2026 12:00 PM to 2:00 PM EST at UC Courtyard.

Let’s welcome spring with some consent-themed games! Win prizes, take home your own mini frog!

From Thursday, March 5, 2026 12:00 PM to 2:30 PM EST at UC Courtyard.

Come visit this tabling session run by our SAFE peer team to learn about how masculinity shows up in today’s world. This session explores the rise of the “manosphere” which are online spaces that influence how men and boys think about gender, identity, and relationships. There will also be activities and resources to unpack the myths perpetuated by online manosphere culture. Those who participate in this tabling session will be able to receive free prizes!

From Tuesday, February 24, 2026 12:00 PM to 2:30 PM EST at UC Courtyard.

Books Before Bets is an engaging, one‑hour, peer‑led workshop that helps post‑secondary students build awareness about gambling, sports betting, and the signs of gambling‑related harm. Through interactive activities, case study examples, and open discussion, you'll explore how gambling shows up in campus life, why young adults may be at higher risk, and practical strategies to stay safe and informed. This workshop also highlights on‑campus and provincial support resources, empowering students to make confident, informed decisions for themselves and their peers. This session is designed by students for students - creating space for honest conversations and meaningful learning.

Free pizza is provided and participants will have the chance to win bluetooth speaker giveaways!

Please RSVP on Gryphlife for attendance tracking.

From Tuesday, March 10, 2026 5:30 PM to 6:30 PM EDT at UC 441.

Designed by Living Works, SafeTALK is a 3.5 hours alertness training and certification that prepares anyone, regardless of prior experience or training, to become a suicide-alert helper. The SafeTALK trainer will demonstrate the importance of suicide alertness, assist participants to identify ways people invite help, and connect them with resources to help them when they are at risk. 

Please register using the link below: 

https://uoguelph.eu.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_7ah3FHebxYnSm58

From Thursday, February 26, 2026 1:00 PM to 4:30 PM EST at University Center (UC).

Designed by Living Works, SafeTALK is a 3.5 hours alertness training and certification that prepares anyone, regardless of prior experience or training, to become a suicide-alert helper. The SafeTALK trainer will demonstrate the importance of suicide alertness, assist participants to identify ways people invite help, and connect them with resources to help them when they are at risk. 

Register using the link below: 

https://uoguelph.eu.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_5pecnzAjUJdymeW

From Tuesday, March 10, 2026 1:00 PM to 4:30 PM EDT at University Center (UC).

Join Off-Campus Living and Student Wellness to learn tips and tricks about keeping yourself and others safe while partying this St Patrick's Day! We will be providing free party kits (snacks & resources) to everyone who attends - supplies are limited and it is first come, first served :) Snacks will also be provided! 

From Wednesday, March 11, 2026 1:30 PM to 2:30 PM EDT at UC 441.

Calling all University of Guelph students! Participate in a 1-hour focus group to share your thoughts on:

- You and your peers' cannabis consumption patterns and habits

- What responsible cannabis use means to you

- What you want (and don't want) in an online learning module

Through this discussion, we hope to receive student feedback to help inform the development of a responsible cannabis use online training program for post-secondary students.

Each focus group will be held in the University Centre (room details to be sent upon registration) or online, and will be about 1 hour in length. Food will be provided during the in-person sessions, and all participants both in-person and virtual will receive a $20 Hospitality Services gift card. Please note that anything discussed during the focus group will remain confidential and anonymous, and any data collected will in no way be linked to your participation.

Space is limited, so please register at the following link: uoguel.ph/swscannabis

We hope to see you there!

From Tuesday, February 24, 2026 4:30 PM to 5:30 PM EST at Location Sent Upon Registration.

Calling all University of Guelph students! Participate in a 1-hour focus group to share your thoughts on:

- You and your peers' cannabis consumption patterns and habits

- What responsible cannabis use means to you

- What you want (and don't want) in an online learning module

Through this discussion, we hope to receive student feedback to help inform the development of a responsible cannabis use online training program for post-secondary students.

Each focus group will be held in the University Centre (room details to be sent upon registration) or online, and will be about 1 hour in length. Food will be provided during the in-person sessions, and all participants both in-person and virtual will receive a $20 Hospitality Services gift card. Please note that anything discussed during the focus group will remain confidential and anonymous, and any data collected will in no way be linked to your participation.

Space is limited, so please register at the following link: uoguel.ph/swscannabis

We hope to see you there!

From Thursday, February 26, 2026 12:00 PM to 1:00 PM EST at Location Sent Upon Registration.

Calling all University of Guelph students! Participate in a 1-hour focus group to share your thoughts on:

- You and your peers' cannabis consumption patterns and habits

- What responsible cannabis use means to you

- What you want (and don't want) in an online learning module

Through this discussion, we hope to receive student feedback to help inform the development of a responsible cannabis use online training program for post-secondary students.

Each focus group will be held in the University Centre (room details to be sent upon registration) or online, and will be about 1 hour in length. Food will be provided during the in-person sessions, and all participants both in-person and virtual will receive a $20 Hospitality Services gift card. Please note that anything discussed during the focus group will remain confidential and anonymous, and any data collected will in no way be linked to your participation.

Space is limited, so please register at the following link: uoguel.ph/swscannabis

We hope to see you there!

From Tuesday, March 3, 2026 6:30 PM to 7:30 PM EST at Location Sent Upon Registration.

Calling all University of Guelph students! Participate in a 1-hour focus group to share your thoughts on:

- You and your peers' cannabis consumption patterns and habits

- What responsible cannabis use means to you

- What you want (and don't want) in an online learning module

Through this discussion, we hope to receive student feedback to help inform the development of a responsible cannabis use online training program for post-secondary students.

Each focus group will be held in the University Centre (room details to be sent upon registration) or online, and will be about 1 hour in length. Food will be provided during the in-person sessions, and all participants both in-person and virtual will receive a $20 Hospitality Services gift card. Please note that anything discussed during the focus group will remain confidential and anonymous, and any data collected will in no way be linked to your participation.

Space is limited, so please register at the following link: uoguel.ph/swscannabis

We hope to see you there!

From Friday, March 6, 2026 1:30 PM to 2:30 PM EST at Location Sent Upon Registration.

Calling all University of Guelph students! Participate in a 1-hour focus group to share your thoughts on:

- You and your peers' cannabis consumption patterns and habits

- What responsible cannabis use means to you

- What you want (and don't want) in an online learning module

Through this discussion, we hope to receive student feedback to help inform the development of a responsible cannabis use online training program for post-secondary students.

Each focus group will be held in the University Centre (room details to be sent upon registration) or online, and will be about 1 hour in length. Food will be provided during the in-person sessions, and all participants both in-person and virtual will receive a $20 Hospitality Services gift card. Please note that anything discussed during the focus group will remain confidential and anonymous, and any data collected will in no way be linked to your participation.

Space is limited, so please register at the following link: uoguel.ph/swscannabis

We hope to see you there!

From Monday, March 9, 2026 5:00 PM to 6:00 PM EDT at Location Sent Upon Registration.

Calling all University of Guelph students! Participate in a 1-hour focus group to share your thoughts on:

- You and your peers' cannabis consumption patterns and habits

- What responsible cannabis use means to you

- What you want (and don't want) in an online learning module

Through this discussion, we hope to receive student feedback to help inform the development of a responsible cannabis use online training program for post-secondary students.

Each focus group will be held in the University Centre (room details to be sent upon registration) or online, and will be about 1 hour in length. Food will be provided during the in-person sessions, and all participants both in-person and virtual will receive a $20 Hospitality Services gift card. Please note that anything discussed during the focus group will remain confidential and anonymous, and any data collected will in no way be linked to your participation.

Space is limited, so please register at the following link: uoguel.ph/swscannabis

We hope to see you there!

From Thursday, March 19, 2026 4:00 PM to 5:00 PM EDT at Virtual.

Calling all University of Guelph students! Participate in a 1-hour focus group to share your thoughts on:

- You and your peers' cannabis consumption patterns and habits

- What responsible cannabis use means to you

- What you want (and don't want) in an online learning module

Through this discussion, we hope to receive student feedback to help inform the development of a responsible cannabis use online training program for post-secondary students.

Each focus group will be held in the University Centre (room details to be sent upon registration) or online, and will be about 1 hour in length. Food will be provided during the in-person sessions, and all participants both in-person and virtual will receive a $20 Hospitality Services gift card. Please note that anything discussed during the focus group will remain confidential and anonymous, and any data collected will in no way be linked to your participation.

Space is limited, so please register at the following link: uoguel.ph/swscannabis

We hope to see you there!

From Wednesday, March 25, 2026 10:00 AM to 11:00 AM EDT at Location Sent Upon Registration.

Calling all University of Guelph students! Participate in a 1-hour focus group to share your thoughts on:

- You and your peers' cannabis consumption patterns and habits

- What responsible cannabis use means to you

- What you want (and don't want) in an online learning module

Through this discussion, we hope to receive student feedback to help inform the development of a responsible cannabis use online training program for post-secondary students.

Each focus group will be held in the University Centre (room details to be sent upon registration) or online, and will be about 1 hour in length. Food will be provided during the in-person sessions, and all participants both in-person and virtual will receive a $20 Hospitality Services gift card. Please note that anything discussed during the focus group will remain confidential and anonymous, and any data collected will in no way be linked to your participation.

Space is limited, so please register at the following link: uoguel.ph/swscannabis

We hope to see you there!

From Thursday, March 26, 2026 6:00 PM to 7:00 PM EDT at Virtual.

Hey Gryphons!

Join Housing and Student Wellness Services to make some mocktails that you'll truly LOVE! The event will take place on Wednesday, February 11th, from 6:45pm-8pm in East Town Hall.

Registration is free, but spots are limited! Sign-up up HERE

We hope to see you there! XOXO ❤️

From Wednesday, February 11, 2026 6:45 PM to 8:00 PM EST at East Town Hall.