January 2025 Events, Updates And News From ALMA
To ensure longevity and comfortability, we recommend you rotate your mattress every 3 months to ensure an even weigh distribution. Happy Sleeping!
Building Updates
Monthly Fire Alarm Testing
Our monthly fire test 🧯 will be taking place on Wednesday, March 13th, at 10am. You will hear the fire alarm going off while they are in the building as the system will be on test.
*If you hear the fire alarm going off consistently at any time, it is imperative that you leave the building.
Maintenance Requests
Submit all maintenance requests through your Entrata Resident portal. This would include things such as your Grata lock informing you that your battery is low, your thermostat battery is low or anything else you need us to have a look at and fix/replace. Please do not use your Grata app.
Garbage Room
Garbage room has been rearranged - please do not just open the door and throw your garbage bags on the floor. ♻️ If you are unfamiliar with what goes where, you can download the Guelph waste app in the App Store or Google Play
Kitchen
Please remember that the kitchen is a shared space and the fridges and freezers in the community kitchen are shared amongst all residents. Please be respectful of the space by using the shared fridges and freezers for items that do not fit your mini fridge. We will be incorporating a biweekly clean, with more details to come in the new year.
Pool Table
Please take care of the pool table and pool cues.
U of G News
The Linc
Your one-stop shop for all things related to Admission, Enrolment, Finances, Records, and more can be found at The Linc on Campus.
Experience Guelph
Whether you are looking for a co-op position, work study position, or an on-campus job, the Experience Guelph website is your gateway to employability.
News
Stay up-to-date with all news surrounding UofG.
This Is My ALMA
Tag us @thisismyalma or use #thisismyalma for your chance to be featured in our next newsletter. In February, ALMA sent over 200 Valentine candy grams to residents all around the building! Check us out on social
City Spotlight
CSA Presents: Texas King 🎸
Friday, March 1st at 7 pm
Peter Clark Hall (tickets $10 + tax)
Join your CSA for an evening event featuring Texas King. The London-based rock group will be supported by Ontario Indie band New Friends, and local Guelph group Straats!
Samosa Sale
Monday, March 4 & 11 from 11 am to 3:30 pm
University Centre Courtyard
Craving samosas? Forgot to pack lunch? Head down to the UC Courtyard and buy some samosas for the low price of $2.50 each!
College Royal Outdoor Games 🏆
Friday, March 15 from 1 pm to 3 pm
Johnston Green
Bring your team of 6 out to Johnston Green and participate in College Royal's Outdoor Games. This is a combination of a logging competition and a tug-of-war competition that takes place the Friday before Open House weekend. Bring your best!
Medicinal Plant Walk: Local Trees 🌳
Saturday, March 23 from 1:30 pm to 2:30 pm
The Arboretum
Join clinical herbalist Zhyfhs Millicent in the Arboretum to learn about the natural healing properties of local plants! Learn what to look for, how to harvest, and how to prepare these natural remedies.
Upcoming Events
Tie-Dye Night (St. Patrick's Day Theme!) 🍀
Monday, March 4 @ 6 pm - Dining Hall
Unleash your creativity and embrace the luck of the Irish by crafting your very own custom tie-dye shirts. Gather with other ALMA residents and leave with a one-of-a-kind tie-dye masterpiece that you can wear to all your St. Patrick's Day festivities!
Ice Cream Sandwich Making 🍪
Tuesday, March 12 @ 6:30 pm - Dining Hall
Get ready to enjoy your own sweet masterpieces as you craft the perfect ice cream sandwich! Choose from an array of delicious cookies and ice cream flavors to customize your dream dessert. Whether you prefer classic combinations or want to push the boundaries of flavor, this event promises a delightful adventure for your palate.
St. Patrick's Day Pancake Breakfast 🥞
Sunday, March 17 @ 9:30 am - Dining Hall
Join us for a special St. Patrick's Day Pancake Extravaganza where we flip, stack, and savour the magic of shamrock-themed pancakes. Get into the festive spirit and fill up on free pancakes -- it's a flipping good time you won't want to miss!
ALMA Egg Hunt! 🐣
Wednesday, March 27th @ 5 pm - Dining Hall
Hop into the joyous spirit of Easter with our egg-citing egg hunt event! Bring your ALMA bag and join the hunt for colourful eggs hidden throughout the building. Collect candy and compete to win the prize for the most eggs collected!
