UOIT unveils new varsity coaches and team identity
February 2, 2006
The province's fastest-growing university accepted into Ontario University Athletics
OSHAWA, Ont. - With major news that Ontario's fastest-growing university has been accepted into Ontario University Athletics, the University of Ontario Institute of Technology (UOIT) invites you to a special ceremony to unveil the teams' new identity and the top-ranked varsity coaches who will be joining the university.
Joined by Canadian athletes, more than 400 students, faculty and community members are expected to witness history in the making. UOIT Athletic Director Ken Babcock will emcee the ceremony, and OUA President David Dubois will officially welcome the university to its membership.
A free skate will take place between 12:30 p.m. and 1:30 p.m. at the new arena and the first 300 people will receive a free UOIT toque or scarf.
Who: Canadian Olympic gold medal swimmer Ann Ottenbrite will help unveil UOIT's varsity identity.
When: Monday, February 6, 2006 | noon to 1:30 p.m.
Where: Campus Ice Centre | 2200 Simcoe Street North | Oshawa, Ontario
About Ontario Tech University
A modern, forwarding-thinking university, Ontario Tech advances the discovery and application of knowledge to accelerate economic growth, regional development and social innovation. We inspire and equip our students and our graduates to make a positive impact in a tech-focused world. For us, it’s not only about developing the next tech breakthrough. Understanding and integrating the social and ethical implications of technology differentiates us as university. Learn more at ontariotechu.ca.
Media contact
Heather Middleton
Communications and Marketing
Ontario Tech University
905.721.3111 ext. 2197
heather.middleton@dc-uoit.ca
