Community supports new university

Representatives from the General W. Sikorski Polish Veterans' Association in Oshawa presented Gary Polonsky, president and vice-chancellor of the University of Ontario Institute of Technology, with a cheque for $5,000 on Wednesday, March 5, 2003.

"We are delighted to have a university in our city. Now our children and grandchildren can earn a university degree right in Durham Region," said Mitch Lutczyk, president, General W. Sikorski Polish Veterans' Association.

"We are very grateful to the veterans' association for this wonderful gift. Their generosity and vision will benefit our university and our students for years to come," stated Polonsky.

As Canada's newest university, the University of Ontario Institute of Technology will provide a unique combination of academic knowledge, vibrant student life, leading-edge research and hands-on skills. The university will offer nine degree programs initially and will share selected facilities with Durham College. Currently under development in Oshawa, Ontario, the university will welcome its first students in September 2003. For more information, visit the Web site www.uoit.ca or call 1.866.844.8648

About Ontario Tech University
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