News archives
December
University of Ontario Institute of Technology celebrates its first semester
December 19, 2003
After only its first semester, Canada's newest university is already making its mark as one of the country's most technologically advanced and student-focused post-secondary institutions.
UOIT leads the way with tablet computers
December 15, 2003
In a pioneering pilot project, science professors at Canada's newest university are harnessing technology to take learning to a new level.
November
Minerva Canada health and safety conference at the University of Ontario Institute of Technology
November 11, 2003
University and college heads, business leaders and government officials will attend a forum here at the University of Ontario Institute of Technology on November 13 to discuss the role of post-secondary institutions, government and industry on health and safety in Canada.
Canada's newest university has one of North America's largest geothermal well fields
November 07, 2003
The drilling of a geothermal well field-one of the largest in North America-has just been completed on the campus of Canada's newest university, the University of Ontario Institute of Technology.
Collaboration benefits high school students
November 03, 2003
Agreements between Durham College, the University of Ontario Institute of Technology and three area high schools will help prepare students for post-secondary study.
October
Rubin "Hurricane" Carter speaks at the University of Ontario Institute of Technology
October 31, 2003
Members of the media are invited to the School of Criminology and Justice's inaugural lecture, "Going the Distance," a presentation by Rubin "Hurricane" Carter.
September
UOIT and Durham College announce multimillion-dollar technology investment
September 23, 2003
Canada's newest university, the University of Ontario Institute of Technology (UOIT), and Durham College are pleased to announce today a multimillion-dollar technology investment involving network equipment and services from IBM Canada Ltd., Bell Canada and Nortel Networks.
First babies born on September 4, 2003 to receive free tuition to Canada's newest university
September 05, 2003
Canada's newest university, the University of Ontario Institute of Technology, is awarding free, one-year tuition to the first baby born in each of the Lakeridge Health Corporation system, the Rouge Valley Health System and the Northumberland Health Care Centre (Cobourg) on September 4.
The doors to Canada's newest university open
September 02, 2003
Canada's newest university-the University of Ontario Institute of Technology-is officially open!
August
New report shows first-year college and university students drive economic and social spending
August 29, 2003
A new report released today by the University of Ontario Institute of Technology and Durham College shows first-year college and university students are a powerful and highly influential group to be reckoned with.
June
Canada's newest university will be ready for September
June 27, 2003
Just one year after its official creation through the passage of Bill 109 by the Legislative Assembly of Ontario, the University of Ontario Institute of Technology is well on its way to greeting its first class of students this September.
Canada's newest university exceeds first-year enrolment projection
June 19, 2003
Canada's newest university, the University of Ontario Institute of Technology, is extremely pleased to report that more than 800 students have confirmed their enrolment as part of the university's first class in September
New campus library to offer students electronic and traditional learning
June 06, 2003
The start of construction of a new, state-of-the-art library for the University of Ontario Institute of Technology and Durham College was celebrated here today by students, faculty, staff, dignitaries and community members.
Canada's newest university awards first-ever top scholarships to seven exceptional students
June 05, 2003
Canada's newest university, the University of Ontario Institute of Technology, has awarded its first-ever top scholarships to seven exceptional students in recognition of their outstanding academic achievements.
Durham Region partners for new transit routes
June 02, 2003
If you live in Durham Region, getting to the University of Ontario Institute of Technology campus will be easier than ever before. Beginning in September, flexible, convenient and affordable campus-focused transit routes will be offered in the region.
March
New centre of excellence major coup for Canada's newest university
March 27, 2003
The University of Ontario Institute of Technology - Canada's newest university - is thrilled to be chosen one of the five universities to establish the new Centre of Excellence for Electricity and Alternative Energy Technology.
Community supports new university
March 18, 2003
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.
New university announces first board of governors
March 06, 2003
The University of Ontario Institute of Technology-Canada's newest university-announces the members of its first board of governors.
Six months until Canada's newest university opens
March 04, 2003
In less than six months, Canada's newest university will make history by welcoming its first class of students.
January
Distinguished academic appointed provost of the University of Ontario Institute of Technology
January 31, 2003
The University of Ontario Institute of Technology is pleased to announce the appointment of professor Michael G. Finlayson as provost, the chief academic officer of the university.
University of Ontario Institute of Technology receives more than 3,500 applications
January 22, 2003
Canada' s newest university, the University of Ontario Institute of Technology is extremely pleased to receive more than 3,500 applications across all programs for enrolment in September 2003.
University of Ontario Institute of Technology appoints dean of Science
January 14, 2003
Canada's newest university, the University of Ontario Institute of Technology is pleased to announce the appointment of Dr. William R. Smith as dean-designate of the School of Science. Dr. Smith will officially assume the dean of Science position on May 1, 2003
