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Ontario Tech acknowledges the lands and people of the Mississaugas of Scugog Island First Nation.

We are thankful to be welcome on these lands in friendship. The lands we are situated on are covered by the Williams Treaties and are the traditional territory of the Mississaugas, a branch of the greater Anishinaabeg Nation, including Algonquin, Ojibway, Odawa and Pottawatomi. These lands remain home to many Indigenous nations and peoples.

We acknowledge this land out of respect for the Indigenous nations who have cared for Turtle Island, also called North America, from before the arrival of settler peoples until this day. Most importantly, we acknowledge that the history of these lands has been tainted by poor treatment and a lack of friendship with the First Nations who call them home.

This history is something we are all affected by because we are all treaty people in Canada. We all have a shared history to reflect on, and each of us is affected by this history in different ways. Our past defines our present, but if we move forward as friends and allies, then it does not have to define our future.

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December

Canada's fastest-growing city scores new NHL-sized twin pad arena

December 07, 2005

To keep up with the growing demand for increased recreational and cultural venues in Canada's latest boomtown, the City of Oshawa, Durham College and the University of Ontario Institute of Technology (UOIT) partnered to establish a new, NHL-sized twin pad arena.

November

UOIT proud to sponsor Team Canada

November 17, 2005

Youth Science Foundation Canada (YSF) is delighted to announce that the University of Ontario Institute of Technology (UOIT) has become the exclusive university sponsor of Team Canada. "UOIT's support of Team Canada is a powerful endorsement of the quality of work being done by young Canadian scientists," commented Reni Barlow, executive director of YSF Canada.

What's "The Biggest Risk of Them All"?

November 04, 2005

Everyday we take risks. We risk the air we breathe each time we drive our cars; we risk the water we drink, each time we pour toxic chemicals into our lakes and rivers; and we risk the earth we use to grow food each time we poison it with pesticides.

October

John Tory to tour University of Ontario Institute of Technology

October 25, 2005

Ontario Progressive Conservative Party Leader John Tory and PC MPPs Jim Flaherty and Frank Klees will tour of the University of Ontario Institute of Technology, Oshawa Campus with Bev Balenko, Chief Operating Officer of Durham College, and Dr. Richard Marceau, Provost, University of Ontario Institute of Technology.

Key research component of the Beacon Project unveiled today at the 2005 Ontario Economic Summit

October 19, 2005

A key research component of the Beacon Project, the largest and most comprehensive automotive investment in Canadian history1, was unveiled today at the 2005 Ontario Economic Summit. As part of the project, an Automotive Centre of Excellence, to be created at the University of Ontario Institute of Technology (UOIT) in Oshawa, will significantly advance Ontario's research agenda and narrow the gap toward its commercialization.

Technology and unique program mix driving record international enrolment growth at Ontario's newest university

October 18, 2005

A record number of postsecondary students from around the world are calling the University of Ontario Institute of Technology (UOIT) home - at least for the next four years. Ontario's newest university received more than 800 international applicants for enrolment in fall 2005, a 43 percent increase over 2004, and a 221 percent increase over international enrolment in fall 2003.

September

Gala raises $250,000 for student scholarships and bursaries

September 27, 2005

Hundreds of students at Durham College and the University of Ontario Institute of Technology (UOIT) will be able to make their educational dreams a reality, thanks to the generous contributions of sponsors, auction donors and guests.

August

July

UOIT dean appointed to prestigious GTA marketing board

July 18, 2005

Bernadette Schell, dean of the Faculty of Business and IT at the University of Ontario Institute of Technology (UOIT) has been elected to the Board of Directors for the Greater Toronto Marketing Alliance (GTMA).

June

Professors receive grant for applied nutrition and dietetic research

June 08, 2005

A team of researchers led by Dr. Ellen Vogel, an assistant professor in the Faculty of Health Sciences at the University of Ontario Institute of Technology (UOIT) has been awarded $30,000 in funding for research that examines interactions between nutrition and genes.

May

UOIT to host Convocation ceremony for Faculty of Education

May 27, 2005

The University of Ontario Institute of Technology (UOIT) will host its second Convocation ceremony for just over 90 graduates of the Faculty of Education on Friday, June 3 at 2 p.m. in the South Village residence courtyard.

Many faces, one profession makes a career in nursing

May 13, 2005

On Thursday, May 12 from 9 a.m. to 2:30 p.m., the University of Ontario Institute of Technology (UOIT) and Durham College, in partnership with the Durham Region Local Training Board, Lakeridge Health, Rouge Valley Health, Durham Access to Care, Whitby Mental Health, and the Regional Municipality of Durham's Health Department and Services for Seniors, held a unique career awareness event for students of Durham Region to promote educational and career opportunities in the field of nursing at the Oshawa campus.

Provincial budget's boost for students applauded by Durham College and UOIT officials

May 12, 2005

Students, faculty, staff, governors, alumni, and friends of Durham College and the University of Ontario Institute of Technology (UOIT) should all celebrate yesterday's budget boost, says president Gary Polonsky, as all helped generate the positive response by adding their voices to efforts to encourage greater financial support.

2005 Legacy Gala unveiled; hockey legend to co-chair

May 10, 2005

With a crowd of enthusiastic supporters in attendance, Gary Polonsky, president of Durham College and the University of Ontario Institute of Technology (UOIT), and vice-president of Advancement at UOIT, Terry Slobodian announced the theme and honorary co-chairs of the 2005 Legacy Gala earlier today at Tosca Banquet Hall.

Twelve UOIT professors receive new NSERC grants

May 09, 2005

From parasites to privacy, the world of research at UOIT is quite eclectic. Recently, the Natural Sciences and Engineering Research Council of Canada (NSERC) announced its 2005 Discovery Grants.

UOIT and Durham College to host Community Open House

May 03, 2005

The public is invited to attend a Community Open House on Saturday, May 14 from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. at the Oshawa campus of Durham College and the University of Ontario Institute of Technology (UOIT), 2000 Simcoe Street North. Come and see what the excitement is all about!

April

Top winners announced at Durham Regional Science Fair 2005

April 26, 2005

The Durham Regional Science Fair 2005, which was hosted by UOIT, is pleased to announce the recipients of the 2005 Pfizer Canada Award of Excellence, the Ontario Association of Medical Laboratories Award and the Sci-Tech Ontario Stepping Stone Award.

UOIT to offer first Canadian Master's program in IT security

April 21, 2005

Beginning in September 2005, the University of Ontario Institute of Technology (UOIT) will offer a Master of Information Technology Security -- the first of its kind in Canada and one of few specialized IT security graduate degree programs in the world.

Durham Regional Science Fair to be held on campus

April 15, 2005

On Saturday, April 23, the Durham Regional Science Fair 2005 will triumphantly return as the University of Ontario Institute of Technology (UOIT) hosts this exciting event from 8 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. in the Science building of the Oshawa campus.

Gary Polonsky announces his retirement

April 15, 2005

During a press conference held earlier today, Dr. Gary Polonsky, president of Durham College and the University of Ontario Institute of Technology (UOIT) announced his retirement, following 18 years at the helm of Durham College and five years as the founding leader of UOIT.

UOIT recognizes generous gift from Baagwating Community Association

April 04, 2005

The University of Ontario Institute of Technology (UOIT) was pleased to welcome representatives of the Baagwating Community Association today to campus for an official thank you for their generous donation of $100,000 to the Campaign for the new U! In honour of their gift, a lecture theatre in the Science building will be dedicated to the Baagwating Community Association.

March

Environmental Awareness Day on campus

March 30, 2005

The Student Voice for Sustainable Alternatives at Durham College and the University of Ontario Institute of Technology (UOIT) will be hosting its second annual Environmental Awareness Day on Wednesday, April 6 at the Oshawa campus. The goal of this group is to raise awareness of environmental issues on and off campus.

UOIT to recognize generous gift from community group

March 30, 2005

Gary Polonsky, president and Terry Slobodian, vice-president of Advancement at UOIT will join Gary Edgar, chair of the Baagwating Community Association for a significant announcement regarding support for the Campaign for the new U!

Student group provides thousands to Canadian Red Cross

March 29, 2005

Join students of Durham College, the University of Ontario Institute of Technology (UOIT) and Trent@UOIT as they host representatives from a local branch of the Red Cross who will be on campus to pick up a substantial amount of money.

Sun shines on new UOIT Solar Vehicle Team

March 15, 2005

A group of engineering students at UOIT have formed the school's first ever Solar Vehicle Team. The official announcement and launch of this endeavour will take place in the East Atrium of the Science building at 10 a.m. on Wednesday, March 23. Hosted by students of this team, this event will help publicly kick-off the project through highlights including a model car, hands-on activities, and an audio/visual presentation.

Fifteen scholarship recipients to be recognized at annual ceremony

March 09, 2005

Students, family, friends, deans, governors and senior administrative staff will gather on the campus of the University of Ontario Institute of Technology to enjoy an evening of recognition and entertainment to officially recognize the 15 scholarship recipients of the 2004-05 academic year on Monday, March 14.

Engineering students reach finals for prototype car design

March 08, 2005

Five students in the Manufacturing Engineering program at the University of Ontario Institute of Technology (UOIT) are demonstrating that the sky is the limit after placing in the finals for the Javelin Technologies Cool Design Awards contest (Educational Customer Category) for Ontario users of SolidWorks software. It was the first time that any team from UOIT had entered the competition.

President to donate proceeds from latest CD to student bursaries

March 04, 2005

When it comes to creating opportunities for students, no one is more generous than Dr. Gary Polonsky, president of Durham College and the University of Ontario Institute of Technology (UOIT). In order to provide funds for students in financial need at both institutions, Polonsky is donating all the proceeds from his latest CD, Urban Gin, which features 11 of his original works performed by Dan Clancy, lead singer of Lighthouse.

February

Session to provide information about new bridging program

February 25, 2005

There's no better place than UOIT for students who are thinking of attending university after college because of the possibility of earning a Bachelor of Commerce (Honours) degree in as little as five semesters!

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Scholarship recipient praises support from community organizations

February 23, 2005

A scholarship is a reward for the hard work and dedication that students show to their program areas, but to some, it is the gift they need to continue towards their dream careers. For Izabella Drewicz, a Faculty of Health Sciences student at the University of Ontario Institute of Technology (UOIT), winning the $1,000 Ontario Association of Medical Laboratories (OAML) Scholarship in Medical Laboratory Sciences was a blessing.

President named honorary member of Engineering Institute of Canada

February 22, 2005

Dr. Gary Polonsky, president and vice-chancellor of the University of Ontario Institute of Technology (UOIT) has been named an honorary member of the Engineering Institute of Canada (EIC). This honour is bestowed upon individuals who have achieved outstanding distinction by service to the profession of engineering.

Faculty of Science professor receives research grant to study impact of functional foods on the immune system

February 21, 2005

Ever wondered what we eat does to our bodies, especially with the increase of functional foods? Julia Green-Johnson, an assistant professor in the Faculty of Science at the University of Ontario Institute of Technology (UOIT) is about to find out, following the recent announcement of a $228,000 research grant from the Ontario Ministry of Agriculture and Food's Innovation and Risk Management Branch, with support from Agriculture Canada and industrial assistance from Lallemand Inc.

University hosting open house

February 18, 2005

Thinking of attending the University of Ontario Institute of Technology? Then come to the Open House 4 U on Saturday, February 26 from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. at the Oshawa campus.

Rae Report provides straight talk on Ontario post-secondary

February 08, 2005

Durham College and UOIT president, Gary Polonsky welcomed the recommendations released February 7 by the Postsecondary Review, led by former Premier Bob Rae. The Review Report entitled "Ontario - A Leader in Learning" outlines 28 actions designed to address three specific goals for reform: great education, improved opportunities for more people, and a secure future for higher education.

Hiring qualified candidates made possible through job fair

February 04, 2005

Hiring an employee who doesn't quite suit a position can cost a company thousands of dollars. It is estimated that about 90 cents from each Human Resources dollar is spent trying to find the right person through a combination of staff time, interviews, testing, or other aspects of a job search.

January

Faculty of Engineering dean named ASME Fellow

January 27, 2005

Dr. Marc Rosen, founding dean of the Faculty of Engineering and Applied Science at the University of Ontario Institute of Technology (UOIT) is one of the best in the profession.

UOIT first in Ontario for first-year enrolment growth

January 24, 2005

For the second consecutive year, the University of Ontario Institute of Technology (UOIT) was number one in Ontario for first-year enrolment growth in September 2004. Now, despite a system-wide decline of 6.5 per cent, UOIT has seen applications from secondary school students rise by 15.6 per cent and is the provincial leader for first-choice applications at 32.3 per cent.

Faculty of Education to host first job fair

January 14, 2005

The University of Ontario Institute of Technology (UOIT) is preparing to host its first annual Faculty of Education Job Fair, which will include 12 employers from local public and separate school boards, as well as international institutions. Over 90 Education students will be on hand to meet with these recruiters.

UOIT to celebrate first Tier 1 Canada Research Chair

January 12, 2005

The University of Ontario Institute of Technology (UOIT) is hosting a reception on Tuesday, January 18 at 5 p.m. in the East Atrium of the UOIT Science building for Dr. Douglas Holdway of the Faculty of Science to honour his major research milestone, the Tier 1 Canada Research Chair.

Popular Canadian author to speak on campus

January 10, 2005

Ted Barris, a well-known Canadian author and broadcaster will be speaking about his most recent book, JUNO: Canadians at D-Day on January 18 at 5 p.m. in Room UA1140 of the Science building of Durham College and the University of Ontario Institute of Technology (UOIT). The public is invited to attend.

Students to launch humanitarian organization on campus

January 07, 2005

Students for Humanitarianism and Action Through Respect and Education (S.H.A.R.E.), a new on-campus student organization, will hold its initial meeting this month to organize its first project: aid for tsunami victims.