UOIT welcomes new President Dr. Ronald Bordessa to campus
August 14, 2006
"On behalf of the UOIT Board of Governors and the entire campus community, I would like to officially welcome new President Dr. Ronald Bordessa to the university," said Lorraine Sunstrum-Mann, chair of the board. "With his extensive postsecondary experience and strong leadership background, Dr. Bordessa will continue the remarkable growth and ongoing success of UOIT well into the future. We look forward to working with him as he brings new opportunities for our students to receive the very best education."
Most recently Vice-President, Academic and Provost at Royal Roads University in Victoria, British Columbia, Dr. Bordessa joins UOIT with over 30 years of postsecondary experience including teaching at both the undergraduate and graduate levels in the Geography department of Atkinson College at York University. In addition, he has held several academic administrative positions including associate dean and dean of Atkinson College, renamed Atkinson Faculty of Liberal and Professional Studies.
A widely published author of national and international books and research papers on the aspects of social life in urban areas, he has also written several essays on literary studies, environmental issues, and the politics of land development.
"I am very excited to officially assume my duties at UOIT and I look forward to building strong relationships with our students, faculty, staff and the community to ensure that we continue to develop innovative programs to meet the demands of today's knowledge-driven economy," said Dr. Bordessa.
Dr. Bordessa takes over the university from Founding President, Dr. Gary Polonsky who retired at the beginning of July.
About UOIT
As the province's newest university, UOIT provides a unique combination of academic knowledge, vibrant student life, leading-edge research, and hands-on skills. As Ontario's first laptop-based university, UOIT offers career-focused undergraduate and graduate degree programs in the fields of business and information technology, sciences, engineering, nursing, social science, and education. The university is committed to research excellence and has attracted significant research grants and awards including a Tier 1 Research Chair. Sharing facilities and selected services with Durham College, UOIT has attracted over 3,000 students since its inception in 2003. To find out more, visit www.uoit.ca or call 905.721.8668.
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.
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