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Parkinson's is the fastest-neurodegenerative disease in the world. Could dancing be key to slowing it? New #UofG research investigates.

“Connecting with others through movement has a positive, holistic effect on the body," says Dr. Rebecca Barnstaple.

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Could Dancing Be Key to Slowing Parkinson’s?
Dr. Rebecca Barnstaple’s new project “If Art Were A Drug” investigates if dance and other creative arts could fill major gaps in Parkinson’s disease treatment.
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January 26, 2026 at 2:06 PM
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Libby Johnstone brings her love of #poetry to her role as instructor of Writing Poetry. Her teaching style centers confidence-building and support, sharing "(...) a writing voice can’t grow and develop unless the writing feels safe and supported.” https://bit.ly/49trc4f
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Person from shoulders up, with long blonde hair and glasses sitting on her head. She smiles at the camera. A bookshelf is full of books behind her. Text reads “I focus on building confidence and I give a lot of positive support. As with any vulnerable artistic endeavour, a writing voice can’t grow and develop unless the writing feels safe and supported.”
January 19, 2026 at 9:00 PM
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Maria Giesbrecht, Master of Fine Arts candidate at the University of Guelph, is gaining recognition for her debut poetry collection, "A Little Feral," which explores identity and heritage. Read more at uoguel.ph/j6g5m.

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Johnston Hall in the winter, surrounding pine trees covered in snow, University of Guelph.
January 21, 2026 at 5:13 PM
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Jedidiah Mugarura is a storyteller of Nkore descent. As instructor of #CreativeWriting through Reading, they teach with a workshop style, centering the writer throughout the time they're together. Learn from Jedidiah this Winter starting January 20! https://bit.ly/45NJ3R5
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Closeup headshot of person looking at the camera, while resting their head on their hand. The right side of their face fades into darkness. Text reads "Drawing from one of our great educators, Toni Morrison: to read, to write, to edit and to teach books is the same job. Reading is the key."
January 15, 2026 at 7:44 PM
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Dr. John Walsh, associate professor, School of Languages and Literatures (SOLAL), and director of SOLAL, recently spoke with OMNI Television about Italy's history and enduring cultural influence. Listen to the interview at uoguel.ph/ezfh8.

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Massey Hall in the winter with pine trees covered in snow, University of Guelph.
January 15, 2026 at 8:13 PM