If you have an interest in the agriculture or environmental field the University of Guelph’s Ridgetown campus is opening its doors on Friday to showcase the programs it has to offer.
If you have an interest in the agriculture or environmental field the University of Guelph’s Ridgetown campus is opening its doors on Friday to showcase the programs it has to offer.
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The open house is geared to Grade 11 and 12 students as well as transfer and mature students and their families to discover career pathways and programs in plants, animals and the environment, said college officials in a media release.
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Ridgetown’s open houses are a great way to discover the campus and connect with current students, the college said. Prospective students can learn about on-campus living, leadership development, international travel options, co-op programs, entrance scholarships, meal plans, intramural sports and more.
“To ensure your visit is a valuable experience, we will be welcoming you to an academic, student experience and services fair, academic program information sessions and guided campus tours,” says Ridgetown director Brett Shepherd in the release.
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Ridgetown campus is ideal for students who would thrive in a small, community-focused campus environment where teaching staff know everyone by name, college officials said.
“Meeting enthusiastic staff and excited students at an open house event helped me decide that Ridgetown campus was the perfect fit for me,” says Brydon Dickieson, veterinary technology student, student ambassador and student council president.
“I hope to meet you when you come to campus in November, and I welcome your questions,” he said.
Interested students can www.ridgetownc.com/future/open-house for one of the open houses or for a smaller campus tour in November and December.
Contact [email protected] or 519-674-1500 ext. 63256 for further info.
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