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Education Symposium Presented by the University of Guelph’s Ontario Agricultural College: Your Future in Food

The University of Guelph’s Education Symposium (hosted by the OAC’s Liaison Program) showcases the inspiring students, alumni, and cutting-edge research in agriculture and food. Discover how scientific innovations and emerging technologies in STEM fields impact society and are applied to solving real-world problems in food and farming. For over 150 years, OAC has developed leaders that have helped change how we grow food, keep food safe, connect communities, improve the environment and more.  Join us to learn more about what your future in food might look like!
 
Sessions are held on the Growth Hub Stage at the Royal Agricultural Winter Fair and are perfect for teachers, guidance counselors, and high school students interested in learning about the educational and career opportunities that exist within the areas of agriculture, food, environmental sciences, and community development.
 
Attendance is FREE with School Group and General Admission Tickets.
 
Reach out to schoolgroups@royalfair.org if you have any questions about ticket sales and all educational activities available at The Royal. 
 
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2024 Schedule

Wednesday, November 6: 11:00AM and 12:00PM 

Thursday, November 7: 11:00AM and 12:00PM 

Join the University of Guelph’s Ontario Agricultural College’s (OAC) undergraduate students to learn about different educational and career pathways in the agri-food industry. Students will share their experiences as OAC students, talk about their favourite courses, work terms, and career aspirations through an engaging panel. These students are the future of food and agriculture, and might inspire you to consider an exciting pathway you may not have ever imagined! From plant biology to marketing and trade, from animal care to food science, from environmental science to policy development, there is a program here that will fit your interests and academic needs.

Students & Teachers

Please note you are required to purchase Royal Admission tickets for yourself and your students to gain admission to the event. 

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