Past Events

Hosted by CIRCLE and facillated by Daniel Atlin (former VP External, University of Guelph) join Aparna Bhasin as she talks about her research on strategies for scaling impact.  Scaling what works has become a non-profit catchphrase. Yet, organisations often scale their innovations rather than scaling results. This research uses a case study approach to identify strategies towards an organisation’s journey to scaling impact. The study builds on previous research that presents three different configurations of scale – scaling out, scaling deep and scaling up.

Hear from anthropologist, instructor and award winning science writer Dr. Andrew Flachs, a renowned anthropologist and professor at Purdue University will join the One Health Institute, Guelph Institute of Development Studies and the Canada India Research Centre for Learning and Engagement  in an engaging talk that asks big questions around the challenges and complexities of feeding the world. 

Join CIRCLE, GIDS and One Health in welcoming Dr. Andrew Flachs, a renowned anthropologist, instructor and award winning science writer. Drop-in anytime from 10:00am-11:00am EST to enjoy a cup of warm chai and snacks while connecting with fellow students, faculty, and staff. While this is a drop-in event, please register to help minimize food waste! 

Anju Philip Ph.D. Candidate, Department of Management, Gordon S. Lang School of Business and Economics, University of Guelph

Renowned agricultural scientist Dr. M.S. Swaminathan passed on at the age of 98 on September 28, 2023. Fondly known as MSS, he was a trailblazer in keeping the focus on women, farmers, the poor and the environment. Tributes continue to pour to mark his contributions to India and to the world. CIRCLE invites you to join this virtual event to remember and celebrate Dr. MSS.  Resources:

Please join us for our final chai with Vikas Swarup, the University of Guelph's first Global Thought Leader in Residence.  WHEN: 11am-12pm ET, Monday, 23 October WHERE: 9th floor, MacKinnon Building, Guelph campus No RSVP required. All are welcome!

The University of Guelph’s Global Thought Leader in Residence Vikas Swarup will deliver a public lecture titled “Global Citizens in Uncertain Times.”  WHEN: Thursday, Oct. 12, 5–6:30 p.m.  WHERE: OVC Enhanced Clinical Learning Centre, Room 1720, 415 Gordon St., Guelph  RSVP: provost@uoguelph.ca

The three-day conference is intended to showcase cutting-edge research being undertaken in diverse fields in any/all areas of the research focus. It aims to increase awareness about such research, facilitate networking, and foster impactful research. The conference will be structured around panels and keynote lectures. There will be virtual space for informal interactions.  

Join CIRCLE in celebrating the start of the fall semester to welcome Vikas Swarup, the University of Guelph's Inaugural Global Thought Leader in Residence. Vikas Swarup is an author and former India's High Commissioner to Canada.  Come enjoy a cup of warm chai and snacks while connecting with fellow students, faculty, and staff.