UOIT unveils RBC Conference Room in recognition of $250,000 donation

Generous gift helping to enhance leading-edge learning environment 

OSHAWA, Ont. - Dr. Ronald Bordessa, president of the University of Ontario Institute of Technology (UOIT), welcomed RBC representatives to campus today for the unveiling of the RBC Conference Room. The room is being named in recognition of RBC's ongoing support and partnership, which includes a $250,000 donation that is being used to enhance the university's Business and Information Technology building and leading-edge learning environment.

A commemorative plaque was unveiled outside the room, which is used for university meetings and activities related to the Faculty of Business and Information Technology and UOIT's Management Development Centre.

"RBC is committed to building a better Canada by helping improve the economic, environmental and social fabric of the communities where we work and live," said Barry Lockwood, regional vice-president at RBC. "Our support of education and youth through programs like the ones offered by UOIT is one of the most important ways we hope to do this."

UOIT chose the Business and Information Technology building to be the home of the conference room in recognition of RBC's standing as one of Canada's leading businesses. The university offers a number of business and technology focused courses, many of them unique in Ontario and even Canada. Case in point, UOIT's Master of Information Technology Security is the first of its kind in Canada and is one of the few specialized IT Security graduate degree programs available in the world. Through theory and applied learning, the program enables students to develop an extensive understanding of business and information technology security, while polishing communication skills and examining business and IT ethics in a team environment.

"We would like to thank RBC for its continued support of UOIT. This very generous donation will make a measurable impact on the delivery of our business and technology programs," said Dr. Bordessa. "We are pleased to dedicate the RBC Conference Room to RBC as it will serve as a continuous reminder of the important role leading businesses such as RBC play in delivering a well-rounded educational experience that inspires UOIT students to reach their greatest potential."

The Management Development Centre is another example of the many ways UOIT is working to meet the needs of today's business leaders. The centre's Master's Certificate programs are designed to equip business executives, managers and professionals with the tools and skills required for successful careers in their respective fields. It also provides them with the broad understanding necessary to face a rapidly changing marketplace.

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About UOIT
As an innovative university, UOIT delivers a leading-edge learning environment that uniquely combines academic knowledge, research opportunities, hands-on skills and a vibrant student life. UOIT's 4,300 students are taught by professors who are experts in their fields from around the world. As Ontario's first laptop-based university, the university offers more than 30 challenging undergraduate and graduate degree programs in the fields of Business and Information Technology, Criminology, Justice and Policy Studies, Education, Engineering, Health Sciences, and Sciences. UOIT's commitment to research excellence has resulted in millions of dollars in grants and awards, including five Canada Research Chairs. To find out more, visit www.uoit.ca or call 905.721.8668.

About RBC
Royal Bank of Canada and its subsidiaries operate under the master brand name of RBC. RBC is Canada's largest bank as measured by assets and market capitalization and one of North America's leading diversified financial services companies. RBC provides personal and commercial banking, wealth management services, insurance, corporate and investment banking and transaction processing services on a global basis. RBC employs approximately 70,000 full- and part-time employees who serve more than 14 million personal, business, public-sector and institutional clients through offices in North America and 34 countries around the world.

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
Tony Doyle
Communications and Marketing
Ontario Tech University
905.721.8668 ext. 2209
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