Grad Students

“The only limits on your research are those which you impose yourself. It truly is a free thinking environment.”

Program: Molecular and Cellular Biology

“I chose to study at the University of Guelph because of the university’s known reputation and initiatives in research.”

Program: Art History & Visual Culture, MA

“I like the fact that you can go out to the Arboretum and walk during lunch. The flowers and the trees provide such a beautiful and serene outlook to the campus. I like how the buildings are not congested into one area but are separated by trees and pathways.”

Program: Molecular & Cellular Biology MSc

“The Guelph campus has all the facilities a graduate student needs. I like the campus most during the summer because it is quiet and I feel close to nature.”

Program: Food Science MSc

“Since I immigrated to Canada from Bangladesh in 2001 I have been living in Guelph. I cannot think of a city better than Guelph. People here are very friendly and dedicated to making their city a better place Guelph has a nice blend of rural and urban atmosphere; it's not too big or too small.”

Program: Land Resource Science, PhD.

“My advisor and I have a great relationship, which stems from very similar interests in research. He addresses any concerns I may have and we get along quite well.”

Program: Environmental Studies, MSc.

“The campus is friendly, beautiful, and easy to navigate. The library staff are very helpful, offering research support workshops and walk-in assistance.”

Program: Literary Studies /Theatre Studies in English PhD

“The Guelph campus is absolutely gorgeous year-round. The University really strives to make every inch of campus beautiful, and the arboretum combined with the old buildings and tall trees throughout campus really make Guelph a great place to be.”

Program: Human Health & Nutritional Science MSc

“I loved the sense of community at the University of Guelph both in and out of the classroom during my undergraduate degree and so, I decided to continue my studies here. ”

Program: French

“My relationship with my advisor has been a highlight of my graduate school experience so far. He has been generous with his time and constantly encourages me to challenge myself. He has also taken the time to work with me to market myself to potential employers.”

Program: Food, Agricultural & Resource Economics