Guelph Institute of Development Studies
8th floor, Mackinnon Building, University of Guelph N1G 2W1 Guelph, ON, Canada

Is a summer internship on your mind? Make an appointment with the internship corner for information on where to find internships that interest you, tips to tailor your resume, or even support for interviews. Visit linktr.ee/gids to sign-up today!

During ID month, there are so many great opportunities for learning. Canadian Network on Humanitarian History & Canadian Foreign Policy Institute will be hosting a webinar on Canada's International Development, "The Trouble with Canadian Aid." Register here: https://zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_RFhy5NVyQDqsx7CmyEKlyA

Happy International Development Week in Canada! GIDS is kicking off this celebration with a Quarantine Photo Challenge. You won’t want to miss this - winners will receive a $75 gift card of THEIR CHOICE! Learn more at https://gids.uoguelph.ca/gids-quarantine-photo-challenge #IDW21 #IDW2021

Last up for our #GIDSmonth SDG spotlight is SDG 5: Gender Equality. Check out all our ID Month events at the link in our bio

February is Black Heritage month & there are many events and panels taking place to honour the past, present, and future of Black identities and experiences. This is a one-of-a-kind Anti-Racism course that encourages individuals to dismantle unconscious bias, address white privilege, uncover systemic racism, and learn how to center the experience of BIPOC individuals.

This week is SHINE: Mental Well-Being Awareness Week at the University of Guelph. There are a variety of events focused on mental well-being available this week including a student resource fair, a mental health panel, and yoga/meditation sessions. To see the full list of events and sign up, click the link below! https://wellness.uoguelph.ca/shine-mental-well-being-week

Happy #wellnesswednesday !! It is a stressful time of year and we may be so busy that we forget to take care of ourselves. Take 5 minutes out of your day to complete this mental health checklist. All of these things are very important to maintaining a healthy brain & body.

The IDS Internship Corner is back! These weekly, by appointment sessions with an IDS faculty member allow you to discuss career goals and seek help with finding and applying for internships. The IDS Internship Corner can help you find opportunities that match your interests and skills, offer advice on applications, CVs and cover letters, and give you valuable interview and networking tips. Click the link below to make an appointment! https://www.signupgenius.com//9040E49AAA929A7FE3-internshi

A day late...but here’s your GIDS Wellness Wednesday reminder for this week: GET YOUR REST! Some tips for getting that good night’s rest: Establish a realistic bedtime and stick to it every night, even on the weekends.... Maintain comfortable temperature settings and low light levels in your bedroom. Consider a screen ban on televisions, computers and tablets, cell phones, and other electronic devices in your bedroom. Abstain from caffeine, alcohol, and large meals in the hours leading up to bedtime. Refrain from using tobacco at any time of day or night. Exercise during the day; this can help you wind down in the evening and prepare for sleep.

What role can higher education institutions in Ontario play in tackling climate change effectively? Join us for a virtual panel discussion to learn more. The event is scheduled on Friday, November 6 at 11:00 AM. Register for free at: https://uoguel.ph/GIDSWEBINAR3

The first week in November is Treaties Recognition Week in Ontario. The week was established in 2016 to honour and educate Ontarians on the importance of treaties involving Indigenous Peoples. As the University of Guelph acknowledges Treaties Recognition Week, we offer our gratitude to the lands on which our campuses are located and to the Indigenous Peoples who have resided on these lands for generations. We recognize that our educational and research activities occur on treaty lands across Turtle Island, and we understand the need to ensure that we honour and respect these treaty lands and relationships.