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U of G McLaughlin Library @uofglibrary.bsky.social · 01/10/2026

If you're on campus tomorrow, Thursday, Oct. 1, pop by the library between 1 and 3 p.m., to check out our new Academic Support Hub. Meet the staff, learn about the services, and grab a sweet treat. Hope to see you there! Learn more: cal.lib.uoguelph.ca/event/4075210.

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U of G McLaughlin Library @uofglibrary.bsky.social · 30/09/2026

Continue learning about the history and ongoing impact of the residential school system and honour those who never made it home by exploring our curated collections: www.lib.uoguelph.ca/news/truth-and-….

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U of G McLaughlin Library @uofglibrary.bsky.social · 15/09/2026

Submitting your thesis or dissertation this semester? Check out our Thesis & Dissertation Guide for clear, practical steps for navigating the process. Learn more: www.lib.uoguelph.ca/news/thesis-....

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U of G McLaughlin Library @uofglibrary.bsky.social · 09/09/2026

Whether you’re new to U of G, or rejoining campus this semester, we have what you need to successfully reach your academic and research goals. Read this article to learn about what's happening at the library this semester: www.lib.uoguelph.ca/news/make-fall-….

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U of G McLaughlin Library @uofglibrary.bsky.social · 08/09/2026

Welcome back, gryphons! As you prepare to start this semester, know the library is here for you. Here's a message from Amanda Etches, U of G's university librarian: www.lib.uoguelph.ca/news/welcome-u-….

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University of Guelph @uofguelph.bsky.social · 31/07/2026

Have a safe and fun long weekend, #UofG! 🕶️☀️ The University’s business operations will be reduced on Monday, August 3. Regular operations resume on Tuesday, August 4. To learn more about reduced building hours visit: uoguel.ph/pktg8

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University of Guelph @uofguelph.bsky.social · 16/07/2026

#UofG and SpacesShared are partnering on a new home sharing platform that connects students with older adults who have extra space in their homes. Students and hosts are matched based on compatibility, including lifestyle, interests, routines and expectations. Learn more: uoguel.ph/jmimw

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U of G McLaughlin Library @uofglibrary.bsky.social · 07/07/2026

Join us this summer for the Artificial Intelligence in Teaching and Learning: Community of Practice Summer Rewatch Series. Together, we'll revisit stand out sessions from the #UofG's Teaching Amid AI Conference. Learn more and register: www.lib.uoguelph.ca/news/ai-teac...

A laptop sits on top of a stack of books. On the screen, an image of a lightbulb with a map of the world and data points in the background, symbolizing ideas and making connections. Text reads AI in Teaching and Learning Community of Practice.

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U of G McLaughlin Library @uofglibrary.bsky.social · 30/06/2026

Attention #UofG students: We want to hear about how artificial intelligence (AI) is shaping your learning experience, questions you may have, and find out what kind of support you need. Join us for one of our upcoming focus groups. Register here: uoguel.ph/AIFocusGroup.

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Scholars Portal @scholarsportal.bsky.social · 01/06/2026

Due to an upcoming planned power shutdown, ALL Scholars Portal and Borealis services and websites will be temporarily unavailable from Sunday, June 28 at 10 p.m. EDT until Tuesday, June 30 at 11 a.m. EDT. This also includes SPOTDocs, Nextcloud, Scholars Portal Forms, and the OCUL website.

Blue graphic with white text that reads: Planned Service Outage. All Scholars Portal and Borealis services will be down 10 p.m. June 28 to 11 a.m. June 30.

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U of G McLaughlin Library @uofglibrary.bsky.social · 02/06/2026

Browse the Gryph Reads Indigenous History Month Display in-person or online this month. Inside you’ll find powerful stories, memoirs, and histories that reflect Indigenous voices, experiences, and communities. Find it on the library's first floor this month or online here: uoguel.ph/IHM26GryphReads.

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"Image promoting Indigenous History Month featuring book covers: 'Braiding Sweetgrass' by Robin Wall Kimmerer, 'The Firekeeper's Daughter' by Angeline Boulley, 'Wenjack' by Joseph Boyden, 'Embers' by Richard Wagamese, 'Never Whistle at Night' with multiple authors, and a sixth book with a person's face on the cover. Background includes an outline of strawberries and flowers."

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U of G McLaughlin Library @uofglibrary.bsky.social · 02/06/2026

Happy Pride Month, #UofG! Take a moment to explore the library's online Pride Collections. Inside you'll find newly added titles and several themed displays. Learn more and begin browsing here: uoguel.ph/PrideCollections26. #PrideMonth

Celebratory "Happy Pride Month" banner featuring books: "The Queer’s English," "One Last Stop," "We Are Everywhere," "Simon vs. the Homo Sapiens Agenda," "Bi the Way," "Exit Plans for Teenage Freaks," "Queer: A Graphic History," and "Girl Sex 101." The word "Pride" includes a heart with rainbow colors.

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OEGlobal @oeglobal.bsky.social · 12/05/2026

The 2026 Open Education Awards for Excellence are open for nominations. Who inspired you? What Open Education Resource has changed education? Which Open Education practice is transforming your field? Tell us. #OEAwards nominations close on June 19. #OEAwards26 #OpenEducation

A graphic representation of flowers, seeds and hands to visualise the "everything starts with a seed" theme for the 2026 Open Education Awards for Excellence nominations windows that closes on June 19. Artwork CC-BY 4.0 designed by Mario Badilla at OEGlobal.

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University of Guelph @uofguelph.bsky.social · 07/05/2026

The University of Guelph is pleased to announce that Dr. Mazyar Fallah has been named vice-president (research and innovation), serving a five-year term effective May 25. Learn more: uoguel.ph/ohs0u

Dr. Mazyar Fallah poses for a photo outside the Summerlee Science Complex on sunny day, wearing a suit and a purple tie.

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U of G McLaughlin Library @uofglibrary.bsky.social · 30/04/2026

#UofG librarian, Amber Allen, has been shortlisted for the 2026 CBC Short Story Prize. We sat down with her to learn about her journey to get here. Read the article: uoguel.ph/AmberAllenCBC. @uofguelph.bsky.social @uofguelphnews.bsky.social @uofguelphscs.bsky.social

Amber Allen, leans toward the camera smiling, on the first floor of the McLaughlin Library.

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U of G McLaughlin Library @uofglibrary.bsky.social · 28/04/2026

#UofG graduate students: The spring thesis approval deadline is Thursday, May 14, 2026. We know deadlines can feel daunting, which is why we've developed the Thesis & Dissertation Submission Guide, where you can find practical guidance for this process: www.lib.uoguelph.ca/news/thesis-....

Library Resource Highlight - Thesis & Dissertation Submission Guide

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U of G McLaughlin Library @uofglibrary.bsky.social · 28/04/2026

Join us this morning, April 28, anytime between 10 a.m. and noon to learn about accessibility services at #UofG. We look forward to chatting with you about how we can work together to make learning more inclusive at U of G. Learn more: www.lib.uoguelph.ca/news/unlocki.... @uofguelph.bsky.social

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U of G McLaughlin Library @uofglibrary.bsky.social · 23/04/2026

The McLaughlin Library will be closed on Thursday, April 30, 2026, for its annual all staff day meeting. We'll see you when we reopen on Friday, May 1, 2026, at 9 a.m. View all library service hours here: www.lib.uoguelph.ca/service-hours.

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U of G McLaughlin Library @uofglibrary.bsky.social · 20/04/2026

It’s almost time for the 15th annual Faculty Writing Retreat! If you’re a faculty, staff, or visiting/postdoctoral scholar at U of G, and have a writing project underway, consider joining us this year from May 4 to 8, 2026. Learn more and register: uoguel.ph/FacultyWritingRetreat2026.

Photos of Faculty and Staff participating in Faculty and Staff Writing Retreat at U of G Library. They are sitting at tables, writing, using laptops, listening to seminars.

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U of G McLaughlin Library @uofglibrary.bsky.social · 20/04/2026

Join us on Tuesday, April 28, from 10 a.m. to 12 p.m., for an open house focused on unlocking support for a more inclusive campus, brought to you by Library Accessibility Services and Student Accessibility Services. Refreshments will be provided! Learn more and register: uoguel.ph/unlockingsupport.

Accessibility Services Unlocking Support Open House.

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University of Guelph @uofguelph.bsky.social · 25/03/2026

#UofG has been named among the top institutions globally, with 15 subjects ranked in the 2026 QS World University Rankings by Subject. #UofG ranked 4th globally & 1st in Canada for Veterinary Science & ranked 1st in Canada & 14th globally in Agriculture & Forestry. Read more: uoguel.ph/lv3s6

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U of G McLaughlin Library @uofglibrary.bsky.social · 19/03/2026

#UofG we want your help! Starting this summer, when you book an in-person writing, English language support, studying, time management, or presentation appointment, you'll come to a new space on the library's first floor. Choose your favourite name in this survey: uoguel.ph/NameThisSpace

Two images of an open concept office space are overlaid on a colorful background with red, yellow, and black sections. The foreground text reads, "Help us name this space!" The room layout includes desks, chairs, and plants, with architectural drawings faintly visible in the background.

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U of G McLaughlin Library @uofglibrary.bsky.social · 09/03/2026

Interested in attending Dissertation Writing Retreat? It's being offered this semester from April 20 to 24. Be sure to complete the application form by Monday, March 16, 2026. Learn more: www.lib.uoguelph.ca/find/workshops/….

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U of G McLaughlin Library @uofglibrary.bsky.social · 05/03/2026

Graduate students, have your say! Share your experiences of the library by completing this ten minute survey. The survey closes on March 31, 2026. Take it here: uoguel.ph/GradSurvey. #UofG

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U of G McLaughlin Library @uofglibrary.bsky.social · 04/03/2026

It's Open Education Week! This year we're highlighting the catalogue of published open books by U of G authors. Learn more about the benefits of publishing an open book with us, open access, and open educational resources: www.lib.uoguelph.ca/news/celebra.... #OEWeek26 #UofG

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U of G McLaughlin Library @uofglibrary.bsky.social · 27/02/2026

The deadline for applications has been extended. If you're interested in this opportunity, apply by no later than March 15, 2026. Learn more: www.lib.uoguelph.ca/about/work-u.... @uguelphscottish.bsky.social

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U of G McLaughlin Library @uofglibrary.bsky.social · 10/02/2026

It’s Love Data Week! To celebrate, we have some self-guided activities set up on the library’s first floor that will get you thinking about your data. Learn more about how we can support your data needs at #UofG: www.lib.uoguelph.ca/news/love-da....

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U of G McLaughlin Library @uofglibrary.bsky.social · 04/02/2026

This was the featured collection from 2025 and it was excellent! For 2026, the collection is titled The Story is the Spell: Black Folklore, Fantasy, and Freedom. Learn about it and explore the collection here: www.lib.uoguelph.ca/news/new-bla....

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U of G McLaughlin Library @uofglibrary.bsky.social · 02/02/2026

The Story is the Spell: Black Folklore, Fantasy, and Freedom, a new online collection curated by the Guelph Black Students Association in collaboration with the McLaughlin Library, has launched at U of G. Learn more and explore the collection uoguel.ph/BHMCollection26. @uofguelph.bsky.social

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U of G McLaughlin Library @uofglibrary.bsky.social · 30/01/2026

Applications for the Scotland-Canada Academic Partnership (S-CAP) visiting research fellowships are now being accepted. Visit the University of Guelph and utilize our extensive Scottish Studies Collection – one of the largest outside the UK. Deadline: March 1, 2026. Learn more: uoguel.ph/s-cap.

Promotional image for the Scotland-Canada Academic Partnership Visiting Research Fellowship. The graphic includes an image of a castle on an island with rolling hills and mountains in the distance. The image is from U of G's Scottish Studies Collection.

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University of Guelph @uofguelph.bsky.social · 26/01/2026

The University of Guelph is closed on Monday, January 26 due to heavy snowfall. Please visit the campus status site for more information: uoguel.ph/51sni

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U of G McLaughlin Library @uofglibrary.bsky.social · 15/01/2026

Due to inclement weather, the University of Guelph campus is now closed. As such, the library is also closed. Stay safe, everyone! www.lib.uoguelph.ca/service-hours/

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U of G McLaughlin Library @uofglibrary.bsky.social · 06/01/2026

Welcome to Winter 2026! It’s the beginning of a new year and a new semester; a great time to set yourself up for success. Read this article to learn some of the ways the library can support you in doing just that, no matter who you are at #UofG: www.lib.uoguelph.ca/news/welcome....

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University of Guelph @uofguelph.bsky.social · 15/12/2025

From the installation of #UofG’s 10th president to research projects sparking change, 2025 was a year marked by leadership, discovery and impact. Explore the stories that resonated across campus and beyond. Learn more: uoguel.ph/yi7xq @uofguelphnews.bsky.social

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U of G McLaughlin Library @uofglibrary.bsky.social · 15/12/2025

Accessible course design matters. Accessibility isn't just a legal requirement, it's a fundamental part of creating inclusive, equitable learning environments. As an instructor, you play a critical role in this. Let us help you make this a reality in your courses: uoguel.ph/daowo.

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CARL / ABRC @carl-abrc.bsky.social · 27/11/2025

This week's #ElertCyberavis features recent news and publications relevant to Canadian research libraries from @arl.org @wearelyrasis.bsky.social @coar-repositories.bsky.social @unesco.org @internetarchiveca.bsky.social @fmdocs.bsky.social and more! mailchi.mp/26e6e355c7ee...

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Samantha Brennan @samanthabrennan.bsky.social · 26/11/2025

Volume I of the Journal for New Narratives in the History of Philosophy is now published. #philsky journal.lib.uoguelph.ca/index.php/nn...

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Journal for New Narratives in the History of Philosophy

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Guelph Centre for Scottish Studies @uguelphscottish.bsky.social · 26/11/2025

Students in Prof. Kevin James's 'Invitation to History' class officially launched a new exhibit: 'Caledonian Correspondence: Scottish Hotels in Postcards', now installed at the @uofglibrary.bsky.social! Congratulations on a successful launch to everyone involved! @uguelphhist.bsky.social

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Scholars Portal @scholarsportal.bsky.social · 19/11/2025

Happy GIS Day! We're celebrating with a new blog post about the AI-supported workflows that we're using to enhance the metadata for our collection of historical topographic maps. oculsp.ca/eike8 (SPOTDocs login required)

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U of G McLaughlin Library @uofglibrary.bsky.social · 19/11/2025

What’s your go-to GIS tool? 1. ArcGIS Pro 2. QGIS 3. R for spatial analysis Reply below! We’d love to hear how you use GIS in your research. @uofguelph.bsky.social @uofgresearch.bsky.social

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U of G McLaughlin Library @uofglibrary.bsky.social · 19/11/2025

GIS Tip: Need Canadian geospatial data for your research? Check out Scholars GeoPortal — a powerful resource for maps, census data, and more. Start exploring: geo1.scholarsportal.info @uofgresearch.bsky.social

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U of G McLaughlin Library @uofglibrary.bsky.social · 19/11/2025

Through the U of G Library you can access: -ArcGIS Pro -Scholars GeoPortal for Canadian geospatial data -Workshops, tutorials, and consultations to boost your GIS skills -Support for QGIS and R for spatial analysis Learn more: uoguel.ph/grjdb. @uofguelph.bsky.social @uofgresearch.bsky.social

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U of G McLaughlin Library @uofglibrary.bsky.social · 19/11/2025

Happy #GISDay! Let’s celebrate the power of Geographic Information Systems in research and discovery at #UofG. @uofguelph.bsky.social @uofgresearch.bsky.social

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U of G McLaughlin Library @uofglibrary.bsky.social · 13/11/2025

Do you have interviews, focus groups, or survey data piling up? NVivo makes qualitative analysis easier. Visualize patterns, uncover themes, and turn text into evidence-based insights. Check out this new NVivo library guide: guides.lib.uoguelph.ca/NVIVOWorkshop.

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U of G McLaughlin Library @uofglibrary.bsky.social · 22/10/2025

If you're on campus, be sure to stop by the exhibit located on the first floor of the library titled, "Kitchens of the Future: Food, Technology, and Convenience Culture in Cold War Canada." On display until Jan. 2026. Learn more: www.lib.uoguelph.ca/news/kitchen.... #UofG @rebeccabeau.bsky.social

Promotional graphic for the Kitchens of the Future: Food, Technology, and Convenience Culture in Cold War Canada, an exhibit currently on display in the McLaughlin Library. The title of the exhibit is on the left side of the graphic. The image in the background is of a woman and a young girl looking together at a recipe with metal shelving in the background holding cans of food.

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U of G McLaughlin Library @uofglibrary.bsky.social · 22/10/2025

Drawing from many items in the U of G archives, Michael Dawson explores Jell-O in Canadian and American history. Curious to learn more? Explore our Archival and Special Collections: www.lib.uoguelph.ca/archives/our.... #UofG

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U of G McLaughlin Library @uofglibrary.bsky.social · 20/10/2025

It's Open Access Week 2025! At U of G, the McLaughlin Library is proud to support a variety of open access initiatives. Learn more about how we support open access publishing and journal hosting, tri-agency compliance, open educational resources, open data, and more: uoguel.ph/OAW2025. #OAWeek #UofG

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U of G McLaughlin Library @uofglibrary.bsky.social · 10/10/2025

The McLaughlin Library will be closed for the long weekend from Saturday, Oct. 11 to Monday, Oct. 13. We hope everyone has a safe and relaxing weekend. We'll see you when we reopen Tuesday, Oct. 14, at 8 a.m. Find all library service hours here: www.lib.uoguelph.ca/service-hours.

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U of G McLaughlin Library @uofglibrary.bsky.social · 06/10/2025

Curious what library workshops are running this month #UofG? Some upcoming ones include: - Write to Publish: Writing Effective Intros (with AI Support) - Strategic Reading for Graduate Students - Writing Skills: "Evidence" Tips for Using Sources in Your Writing Find these & more at uoguel.ph/LibCal.

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