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Faculty Spotlight: Roberta Hawkins on “Teaching in Higher Ed”
GEG faculty member Roberta Hawkins was recently a guest on the podcast "Teaching in Higher Ed” where she answered the questions: How do we survive in academia? How do we make it better for others? And how do we transform the university? Check out the episode here:
Celebrating Research Excellence: Dr. Moola’s Work on Traditional Knowledge and Conservation
Congratulations to Dr. Faisal Moola for being one of the nine University of Guelph researchers to have earned this year's Research Excellence Award! His work highlights how traditional knowledge and stewardship are vital for protecting biodiversity, ecosystems, and culture.
Evan Fraser featured on CBC’s Quirks & Quarks
Dr. Evan Fraser, Professor of Geography at the University of Guelph, joined CBC’s Quirks & Quarks 50th anniversary episode to discuss the future of global food systems and sustainability.
Listen here: Celebrating 50 Years of Quirks and Quarks
Millions in Subsidies for Mineral Exploration Undermine Indigenous Rights
This article from Canadian Dimension written by Anna Stanley explores how government tax breaks have funded mineral exploration on Grassy Narrows First Nation territory despite community opposition, raising concerns about Indigenous consent and environmental protection.
Read more: canadiandimension.com/articles/view/millions-in-subsidies-for-mineral-exploration-undermine-indigenous-rights
Geography Students Win Top Spots at the InnovEAT Hackathon
Geography Students Win Top Spots at InnovEAT Hackathon
Geography students achieved outstanding success at the InnovEAT Hackathon, hosted by the Arrell Food Institute. Competing with students from across universities, our teams earned first and second place for their innovative, sustainability-focused projects.
Evan Fraser joins in to talk about Regenerative Food Systems: Scaling Impact Soil to Shelf
Evan Fraser joins Food Tank, Arva, and Kiss the Ground for the Climate Week NYC event, “Regenerative Food Systems: Scaling Impact – Soil to Shelf.” This gathering featured conversation and storytelling around one of the most overlooked climate solutions: healthy soils. They honor the farmers, researchers, brands, and advocates restoring the land beneath our feet and unlocking its potential to sustain life.
Link to YouTube video of when Evan Fraser joins in the conversation at 1:30:00
Dr. Ze'ev Gedalof with Global News on Wildfires and Poor air quality
Wildfires and Poor air quality: Canada’s new normal — expert says with Global News discussion
Link to video
Evan Fraser and Diana Lewis Join Royal Society of Canada
I’m excited to share that two GEG faculty members, Evan Fraser and Diana Lewis, have been elected to the Royal Society of Canada. Membership in the Society is one of the highest honours for scholars, researchers, and artists in the country.
This recognition highlights the significant influence of their work, both nationally and internationally. We are incredibly proud to celebrate their achievements as part of our GEG community.