Events

Get Involved! Be Informed! Fair

Date: Tuesday January 10 & Thursday January 12, 2023
Location: Atrium
Time: 11:00am – 3:00pm
Find out how to get involved on campus and learn about the many support services available to help you succeed.

Click here to see how you can get involved on campus!

FYE & LSP Time Management Workshop

Date: Tuesday, January 17
Location: GH 126 or join virtually here!
Time: 2 PM – 3PM
This interactive workshop will be led by both Learning Support Peers (LSPs) and First Year Experience (FYE) Leaders. Participants will get a chance to learn about time management strategies and how to tackle procrastination. Signup here.

Virtual Escape Room

Date: Thursday, January 26
Location: Zoom
Time: 7 PM – 8:15 PM
Join your FYE Leaders and peers on zoom and escape your school stress and the virtual room together! Keep track of your clues, problems solve and find a way out of the room. It will be lots a fun and you don’t even have to leave your bed! There are limited spaces available, so make sure to signup here.

FYE Speed Friending & Movie Night

Date: Tuesday, February 14
Location: GH 419
Time: 6 PM – 8:30 PM
Join FYE this Valentine's Day from 6:00pm-8:30pm for our Speed Friending event! The evening will start off with this one-on-one rotating icebreaker so you can get to know everyone in the room and spark new connections. Note that this is speed friending, not speed dating, since friendship is another great form of love! You'll then get the chance to hang out with your new pals while watching a movie and enjoying some hot chocolate and snacks. Hope to see you there!! Make sure to RSVP!

FYE Resume Workshop

Date: Wednesday, March 1
Location: GH 325
Time: 2:30 PM – 3:30 PM
Do you want to transform your resume into a powerful tool that will help you get interviews? Come join your FYE leaders and a Career Services Coordinator to learn how to build a professional resume. Its perfect timing for all the Student Life jobs you have been eagerly waiting to apply for! Make sure to RSVP for a reminder and to receive an FYE branded giveaway.

GradFest 2023

Date: Tuesday March 21 & Wednesday March 22, 2023
Location: Atrium
Time: 11:00am – 3:00pm

Attention Class of 2023! You have been a student for a short time, but you will be an alum for life. GradFest provides you with support as you transition from student to alum. Join us on March 21 and 22 in the GH atrium to:

Win GREAT prizes
Enjoy yummy snacks
Learn about the benefits of being an alum
Meet the pros and ask your questions about convocation
Get your caricature done
Take photos in a cap and gown
...and much more!

For any questions, please contact ghalumni@guelphhumber.ca

Games with Friends!

Date: Wednesday, March 22
Location: Humber Gym
Time: 2:30 PM – 4:00 PM
Come join your FYE leaders and fellow students for some fun drop in-style games. Who doesn’t love challenging their friends to a little spike ball or shooting some hoops for fun. Everyone is welcome, no athletic ability required! Make sure to RSVP for a reminder and to receive some FYE branded swag.

PART-TIME & SEASONAL JOB FAIR

Date: Wednesday, September 20, 2023
Location: GH Atrium
Time: 11:00 AM - 3:00 PM
Hosted by Career & Placement Services, recruiters and hiring managers will be on campus promoting seasonal and part-time opportunities for employment. Students from all programs can attend this event and are encouraged to bring copies of their resume and be prepared for an on-the-spot interview.

Students are not required to register for this event. Recruiters can contact career@guelphhumber.ca for more information.

PARTNERSHIPS 4 EMPLOYMENT

Date: Wednesday, September 27, 2023 (Waterloo)
Time: 10:00 AM - 3:30 PM
Students will have the opportunity to attend a career fair hosted by the University of Guelph, The University of Waterloo, Wilfrid Laurier University and Conestoga College. This event is the largest of its kind in the country and connects over 3000 students with over 200 employers. Transportation to Waterloo will be provided by the Career & Placement Services department to any interested students. Registration for transportation may be required.

HUMAN SERVICES NETWORKING FAIR

Date: Thursday, October 5, 2023
Location: GH Atrium
Time: 10:00 am - 2:00 pm
Hosted by Career & Placement Services, students will have the opportunity to participate in this in-person networking event with partners of the University of Guelph-Humber’s human services programs. This event will introduce students to field placement opportunities and provide an opportunity to network with partners and employers.

Students are not required to register for this event. Partners can contact career@guelphhumber.ca for more information.

GRAD MONTH

Date: Monday, October 2, 2023
Month Long Event - No set times/locations

Hosted by Career & Placement Services, Grad Month will give students the opportunity to learn all about graduate and professional school programs. Throughout the month of October, the Career Services team will provide several program-specific workshops, tips, and strategies for creating a strong application and information about standardized exams. Students can have all their graduate-related questions answered during grad month.

KINESIOLOGY NETWORKING FAIR

Date: Wednesday, October 18, 2023
Location: GH Atrium
Time: 10:00 am - 3:00 pm
Hosted by Career & Placement Services, students will have the opportunity to participate in this in-person networking event with partners of the University of Guelph-Humber’s Kinesiology programs. This event will introduce students to field placement opportunities and provide an opportunity to network with partners and employers.

Students are not required to register for this event. Partners can contact career@guelphhumber.ca for more information.

GRADUATE SCHOOL FAIR

Date: Wednesday, October 25, 2023
Location: GH Atrium
Time: 10:30 am - 2:30 pm
Hosted by Career & Placement Services, students will have the opportunity to get up-to-date information about surrounding universities and colleges’ graduate and professional programs. This in-person fair will give students considering further education the information needed to explore graduate opportunities by speaking with admission and program representatives and learn more about the admission requirements needed to be a successful applicant.

Students are not required to register for this event. Universities and colleges can contact career@guelphhumber.ca for more information.

LAW ENFORCEMENT & EMERGENCY SERVICES CAREER FAIR

Date: Thursday, November 16, 2023
Location: GH Atrium
Time: 11:00 am - 4:00 pm

The University of Guelph-Humber Career & Placement Services department unites with our longstanding partner, the Association of Black Law Enforcers (A.B.L.E), to host our annual Law Enforcement and Emergency Services Career Fair. Exhibitors attending this event will represent industries such as police departments, government officials, law enforcement agencies, fire services, and ambulance/emergency services. This fair is among the largest of its kind in Ontario. All students are welcome to attend.

Students are not required to register for this event. Questions can be directed to career@guelphhumber.ca.

UNIVERSITY OF GUELPH-HUMBER CAREER FAIR

Date: Tuesday, February 6, 2024 – Psychology, Community Social Services, Early Childhood Studies, Justice Studies, & Kinesiology
Location: GH Atrium
Time: 10:00 am - 2:00 pm

Date: Thursday, February 8, 2024 – Business & Media
Location: GH Atrium
Time: 10:00 am - 2:00 pm

Hosted by Career & Placement Services, students will get a chance to meet with various employers and network with hiring managers, recruiters, and employees regarding opportunities for new grads, interns, and student employment.

Students are not required to register for this event. Recruiters can contact career@guelphhumber.ca for more information.

FIND AN INTERNSHIP YOU LOVE – MEDIA/BUSINESS

Date: Wednesday, February 14, 2024
Location: GH Atrium
Time: 1:00 pm - 3:00 pm
Career & Placement Services will host an event in the atrium to meet with Business and Media & Communication students to support them with internships and placements for Summer 2024. The Field Placement Coordinator, Career Services Coordinator, Academic Advisor, and Financial Services Coordinator will be available during this event to provide information to students regarding internship documentation and policies, ways to search postings and network to source opportunities, course sequencing and academic considerations, and potential impacts to their OSAP or tuition payments. Students can also meet with a Career Support Peer to have their resume reviewed.

Students are not required to register for this event. Questions can be directed to career@guelphhumber.ca.

POST-GRAD AND PROFESSIONAL ASSOCIATION FAIR

Date: Wednesday, March 6, 2024
Location: GH Atrium
Time: 11:00 am - 3:00 pm

Career & Placement Services will be welcoming representatives from professional associations and postgraduate certificate programs to network with students and recent graduates. This event will be an opportunity for students to meet representatives to learn about postgraduate study and professional membership options that can benefit their career path.

Students are not required to register for this event. Universities and colleges can contact career@guelphhumber.ca for more information.