Category Archives: General news

Three steps to better blogging

Posted on February 27, 2011 by Owen Roberts

I was pleased to be asked by my communications colleague Cort Egan in the University of Guelph library to be a presenter last week at a two-day writing workshop. The event, which was well organized by the library’s enthusiastic staff, … Continue reading →

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“White” robin flocks to University of Guelph Arboretum

Posted on February 16, 2011 by Owen Roberts

I’m not much of a birder, but even I could appreciate why everyone was excited when the University of Guelph Arboretum hosted a partial albino robin there a few weeks ago. Check out the gorgeous photo (below) by Karl Egressy. … Continue reading →

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Excellent new Agriguide available online or as hard copy

Posted on February 13, 2011 by Owen Roberts

I’m impressed with the contents and appearance of the new directory of Canadian agricultural associations, called the Agriguide, produced by the Canadian Agricultural Human Resources Council. This online, searchable database contains contact information and a brief description of 500 not-for-profit … Continue reading →

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