Guelph GradCast

Revisit our conversation with deep-sea explorer and Biological Science grad,  Moronke Harris. Listen as Moronke shares why she loves  U of G , what it’s like to spend 30 days at sea to how she became the founder of  The Imaginative Scientist . Show notes   UoGuelph.ca     Guelph GradCast   Improve Your Life   Guelph Grad Q&A: Moronke Harris    More Grad Stories     U of G Social Channels:   In...

The University of Guelph is launching a new podcast, Faculty in Fifteen. Faculty in Fifteen features one-on-one interviews with ourincredible faculty. Through fifteen questions, and over fifteen minutes (roughly), you’ll get the chance to learn all about their work, expertise and a little about themselves. From groundbreaking research to personal stories and insights, Faculty in Fifteen offers an...

In this episode we revisit our interview with President of Beck’s Broth and Biological Engineering grad, Dominique Mastronardi. Dominique shares her journey from being an undergrad at U of G to becoming an entrepreneur, her experiences in the Wood Centre's Hub Incubator program to becoming a partner at Beck’s Broth. Show notes   UoGuelph.ca     Improve Your Life More Grad Stories   Biological...

In this episode of Guelph GradCast we revisit our interview with country music star and Music grad , Paige Rutledge . Listen as Paige shares her journey as a professional singer-songwriter, her experiences at the University of Guelph , the evolution of country music and her songwriting process. UoGuelph.ca     Improve Your Life More Grad Stories     U of G Social Channels:   Instagram   Facebook  ...

In this episode of  Guelph GradCast  we sit down with Ethan Luce who graduated from the University of Guelph in 2025 with a degree in  Bio-Resource Management , majoring in  Environmental Management . Ethan shares his journey from first starting out university studying chemical engineering to eventually finding his passion in environmental management at U of G. He discusses his love of  the Bullri...

On this episode of Guelph GradCast we sit down with Sarah Ribey. Sarah Graduated from the University of Guelph in 2024 with a Bachelor of Applied Science, majoring in  Applied Human Nutrition  and is currently in med school at  NOSM . Listen as Sarah shares her journey from a small town in Northern Ontario to pursuing her passion for nutrition and medicine. She discusses her experiences at Guelph,...

In this episode of  Guelph GradCast  we sit down with Julia Moraes a recent graduate from the University of Guelph's  Criminal Justice and Public Policy (CJPP) program. Listen as Julia shares her journey of choosing U of G , her experiences in the CJPP program, and the importance of community and support during her studies. She discusses her engagement in campus events, as well as her shift in...

On this episode of  Guelph GradCast  we sit down with Emily Kalbfleisch a graduate of the  University of Guelph ’s  Bio-Medical Science  program and currently is studying to become a speech pathologist. Emily shares her journey of choosing Guelph, her experiences in the Bio-med program, and how she discovered her passion for speech-language pathology. She discusses the importance of hands-on learn...

On this episode of  Guelph GradCast  we speak with Shanelle Thevarajah. Shanelle Graduated from the University of Guelph in 2019 with a  Bachelor of Arts and Sciences  degree, minoring in Zoology and Family & Child Studies. Listen as Shanelle shares her unique journey through the Arts and Sciences program. Shanelle discusses her experiences in zoology and family studies, the importance of effe...

On this Episode of Guelph GradCast we sit down with  Ritika Gupta . She graduated from the  University of Guelph  in 2020 with a Bachelor of Arts degree majoring in  Political Science  and minoring in history and most recently finished law school. Ritika shares her journey from choosing Guelph for its community and political science program to her experiences in law school. She reflects on the imp...

On this episode of G uelph GradCast  we sit down with Afram Jolak a 2023 graduate of the University of Guelph’s  Human Kinetics program .  Listen as Afram talks about why he chose  U of G , his passion for football, and how his decision to minor in  Sport and Event Management  was instrumental in helping him land his dream job working at the CFL.  Learn More: UoGuelph.ca    Guelph GradCast   Impro...

In this episode of Guelph GradCast, we speak with  Maya Fields , a recent graduate of the University of Guelph's  Bio-Medical Science  program, who is currently in her first year of medical school. Maya shares her journey from choosing U of G to her experiences in the Biomed program, the transition to medical school, and her advice for future medical students. Maya shares insights about the su...

On this episode of Guelph GradCast we chat with, Moronke Harris a graduate of the University of Guelph’s  Biological Science program  who now works as a deep-sea explorer. Listen as she discusses her love for  U of G , what it’s like to spend 30 days at sea and how she became the founder of  The Imaginative Scientist , a science communication and creative consulting brand.   UoGuelph.ca    Guelph ...

In this episode of  Guelph GradCast,  we speak to Lauren Yee, a registered dietitian and a graduate of the University of Guelph’s  Applied Human Nutrition program . Lauren shares her journey to becoming a dietitian, her experiences at Guelph, and the importance of nutrition in everyday life. Lauren shares insights on the misconceptions surrounding diet and nutrition, the role of a dietitian, and h...

In this episode of Guelph GradCast, we sit down with Laurel McGillis, a graduate of the University of Guelph’s Bio-Medical Science program who recently just completed medical school. Laurel shares her journey, including her experiences at Guelph, the importance of mentorship, and her current role in family medicine.   UoGuelph.ca    Improve your Life   Bio-Medical Science    Guelph Grad Q&A: L...

In this episode of Guelph GradCast, we sit down with Kathryn Knowles, a graduate of the University of Guelph’s Environmental Sciences program. Kathryn shares her time as an undergrad at U of G where she discovered her passion for honey bees while working at the University’s Honeybee Research Centre. She discusses her experiences at Guelph, the importance of co-op placements, and her current resear...

On this episode of Guelph GradCast we sit down with Ryan Tidman, a graduate of University of Guelph’s Environmental Sciences program. Since graduating Ryan has gone onto have an accomplished career travelling the world as a wildlife photographer and cinematographer. Listen as Ryan shares his journey as a wildlife photographer and cinematographer. He discusses his passion for nature, the importance...

In this episode of Guelph GradCast, we sit down with Dominique Mastronardi, a graduate of the University of Guelph’s Biological Engineering program and the President of Beck's Broth. Dominique shares her journey from studying Biological Engineering to becoming an entrepreneur, discussing her experiences in the Wood Centre's Hub Incubator program to becoming a partner at Beck’s Broth.     S...

In this episode of Guelph GradCast we are joined by Paige Rutledge, a recent graduate of the University of Guelph’s Music Program. She is currently travelling across Canada as a full-time country music singer/songwriter. Listen as Paige shares her journey into music, her experiences at Guelph, the evolution of country music and her songwriting process. Paige shares insights on the importance of st...

In the premiere episode of Guelph GradCast we sit down with Matthew Hernandez, a graduate of the University of Guelph’s Philosophy program, who is now currently in Law School. Listen as Matthew talks about his journey into philosophy, the importance of community in academic settings, and his transition to law school. UoGuelph.ca Choose U of Guelph More Grad Stories Philosophy Program Guelph Grad Q...

Is the food at the University of Guelph really that good? Is the campus really that beautiful? All will be answered on Guelph GradCast ! An all-new podcast from the University of Guelph where every episode we sit down with a U of G grad to learn all about why they chose U of G and what they’re up to now, and how U of G can Improve Your Life . So subscribe to GuelphGradCast wherever you get your po...