University of Guelph School of Continuing Studies

Did you miss the Modern Horse Owner Webinar Series? We've highlighted our key takeaways from these insightful webinars in our recent recap blog post! Whether you joined us live or are catching up now, here’s a look back at each webinar, complete with recordings of each event: https://www.uoguelph.ca/continuing-studies/modern-horse-owner-webinar-recap

Equine Guelph - Research Education Careers

Horses have always been part of Caelan Beard’s life, but during her first year of university, something felt missing. 🤔

She enrolled in the Diploma in Equine Studies at SCS in partnership with Equine Guelph - Research Education Careers to complement her riding skills with theoretical knowledge to become a better horsewoman, and found that the online course format worked perfectly for her busy lifestyle.

Through these courses, she found her way to Equine Journalism and now has her byline in some of the most recognizable equine publications in the country. Read more about Caelan's journey through the link in bio!

Equine Studies courses start today but you have until May 15 to register. 🐴

Horticulture Studies summer courses start today but it’s not too late to join us. This spring, plant something for you! A new skill, a new passion, a new season of growth. Courses like Plant Identification, Ecological Design, Plant Propagation, Arboriculture, and more are waiting for you. Register by May 15: https://www.uoguelph.ca/continuing-studies/agriculture-agri-tech

This is the last call for high school students interested in trying out university life at the University of Guelph through the Discover Your Future Summer Institute! Don't miss out on this unforgettable summer experience to explore your academic interests, build leadership skills, and experience all that University of Guelph has to offer! Applications close May 10. University of Guelph staff and alumni discounts available: uoguel.ph/summer-institute

Your garden is almost ready for you. Are you ready for it?

From soil prep to plant selection, learn the skills that make spring feel effortless in our Horticulture Studies courses this summer. Courses start May 11. Don't miss out on your season to grow.

https://www.uoguelph.ca/continuing-studies/agriculture-agri-tech

Our last free session of The Modern Horse Owner: An Equine Webinar Series is happening May 5, 12 – 1 p.m. and we don’t want you to miss out! Presented by Gayle Ecker, Director, Equine Guelph, this final webinar explores the changing landscape of equine welfare and what it means for the future of horse sport.

We’ll discuss key changes and emerging challenges in the industry, the role individuals play in protecting the future of horse sport, why welfare concerns exist, and how to navigate change while becoming a more informed advocate for horses.

Save your spot and register for free at uoguelph.ca/continuing-studies/scs-events

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Congratulations to Amber Allen, U of G librarian and lifelong learner in the Creative Writing program at SCS, for being shortlisted for the 2026 CBC Short Story Prize!

U of G librarian, Amber Allen, has been shortlisted for the 2026 CBC Short Story Prize. Her story, Pattern Recognition, is about a mother’s journey seeking a neurodivergence diagnosis for her child, while navigating her mental health, and the lingering influence of her relationship with her mother.
Learn more: uoguel.ph/AmberAllenCBC.
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University of Guelph School of Continuing Studies

As instructor of the summer Arboriculture course in the Horticulture Studies program, David Ward's approach to teaching is focused on connecting with his students and sharing a love for trees. 🌲

When asked what advice he would give people considering taking the course, he shared “Nothing to fear, here—we just study and talk about trees for an entire semester. If you want to be part of that process, know that your classmates and I will be pleased that you do.”

In other words: come as you are. Bring your curiosity. Bring your love for the natural world. This is your season to grow. 🌳

Read more about David Ward's background and approach to teaching at https://www.uoguelph.ca/continuing-studies/growing-knowledge-growing-trees/

Our new suite of stackable Quality Engineering Micro-Credentials start May 1 and you still have time to register!

These short, self-directed, online courses are designed to equip early- to mid-career professionals with advanced skills and experience for quality engineering roles in manufacturing, life sciences, food processing, and professional services. Learn more at https://lnkd.in/e4UhNiDy

Join us tomorrow, April 29, 12 – 1 p.m. for our free webinar, Equine Behaviour in Practice: What Your Horse Wants You to Know, presented by Cathy Wentworth-Stanley. 🐎

This online session will cover three things your horse is hard-wired to need, the structure of the horse’s brain and how it affects learning and behaviour, sensory perception and its impact on behaviour, as well as recognizing emotional states in horses and how this knowledge can enhance training, welfare and safety.

This webinar is part two of a series of free webinars on important topics in Equine Studies. The third and final webinar, Horse Welfare in the Spotlight, is offered May 5. Learn more about the sessions and register at uoguelph.ca/continuing-studies/scs-events

Equine Guelph - Research Education Careers