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December

UOIT salutes Canada Research Chairs

December 24, 2010

The University of Ontario Institute of Technology's (UOIT) five Canada Research Chairs (CRC) joined fellow CRC's from across Ontario at the Thinking Ahead For A Strong Future conference held to celebrate the program's 10th anniversary. The event kicked off with the Honourable Tony Clement, Minister of Industry, announcing an investment of $275.6 million to fund 310 new or renewed CRCs at 53 Canadian universities.

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Dramatic finish highlights UOIT's fifth-annual Robotics Competition

December 20, 2010

With hundreds of onlookers closely following the action, bragging rights at the University of Ontario Institute of Technology's (UOIT) fifth-annual Robotics Competition came down to one final race on December 4 inside the Campus Recreation and Wellness Centre's huge gymnasium.

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UOIT's EcoCAR team revving up for Year 3 of The NeXt Challenge

November 30, 2010

Fresh off an impressive showing last spring, University of Ontario Institution of Technology (UOIT) automotive engineering students are gearing up to take another giant step forward in the third and final year of EcoCAR: The NeXt Challenge. UOIT is one just 16 North American universities (and one of just three in Canada) taking part in the prestigious automotive engineering competition sponsored by General Motors and the U.S. Department of Energy (DOE). The UOIT team is ready to refine its vehicle and put its finished product to the ultimate test in 2011.

UOIT set to host major high school Robotics showdown

November 26, 2010

The brightest young engineering minds in Durham Region and across the Greater Toronto Area will converge at the University of Ontario Institute of Technology (UOIT) next month for a contest unlike any other.

UOIT earns high marks in national university rankings

November 11, 2010

The University of Ontario Institute of Technology (UOIT) received an excellent review with the recently issued findings of the Globe and Mail's Canadian University Report and Maclean's 20th annual University Rankings.

UOIT officially launches CLU

November 03, 2010

Representatives from local community agencies, government and the University of Ontario Institute of Technology (UOIT) joined together to celebrate the official launch of the University-Community Link Unit (CLU). During the event, invited guests learned how the new research unit will work with community stakeholders to examine societal problems such as poverty, unemployment, drug addiction, child abuse and violence.

While Ontario Premier Dalton McGuinty looks on, Dr. Dan Zhang, associate professor, Faculty of Engineering and Applied Science and Professor Deming Want, Chair, Board of Governors, NJUT sign the MOU.

UOIT signs first Memorandum of Understanding with university in China

November 03, 2010

In a historic first for the University of Ontario Institute of Technology (UOIT), the Nanjing University of Technology (NJUT) in China today signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) that outlines a commitment to begin discussions to establish joint opportunities between the institutions.

UOIT set to open its doors for annual Fall Open House

November 02, 2010

The University of Ontario Institute of Technology (UOIT) is gearing up for its annual fall Open House, an event that will welcome hundreds of students and their parents and showcase what makes UOIT a positively different university.

FedDev Ontario invests in UOIT research

November 01, 2010

Oshawa, ON - Industry-focused research efforts at the University of Ontario Institute of Technology (UOIT) have received a significant boost with the approval for $739,000 in funding from the Federal Economic Development Agency for Southern Ontario (FedDev Ontario) under the agency's Applied Research and Commercialization Initiative (ARC). The funding will assist UOIT to partner with Durham and Northumberland regions' small- and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) to solve research-based questions and have an immediate, positive impact on these businesses.

October

CLU-in at UOIT

October 28, 2010

Members of the media are invited to join the University of Ontario Institute of Technology (UOIT) and its guests for the launch celebration of the University-Community Link Unit (CLU).

Physician Recruitment Committee brings 50th new family doctor to Oshawa

October 27, 2010

The Oshawa Physician Recruitment Committee (OPRC), working in partnership with the University of Ontario Institute of Technology (UOIT) and the City of Oshawa has successfully recruited its 50th new family doctor as of September 2010. Additional doctors are slated to begin practicing in the coming months.

UOIT and NPRAC to investigate mental health service improvements in Northumberland County

October 15, 2010

The University of Ontario Institute of Technology (UOIT) and the Northumberland Poverty Reduction Action Committee (NPRAC) signed a memorandum of understanding today, linking both organizations and allowing for collaboration on projects intended to improve poverty reduction efforts in Northumberland County using community-based research methods.

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Premier McGuinty visits UOIT's Automotive Centre of Excellence

October 12, 2010

Premier Dalton McGuinty enjoyed a first-hand look October 12 at the University of Ontario Institute of Technology's (UOIT) new cutting-edge research facility, the General Motors of Canada Automotive Centre of Excellence (ACE). With finishing touches now being applied to ACE, Premier McGuinty is among the first dignitaries to see the inner workings the massive structure which is the first research, development and innovation centre of its kind in Canada, and in many respects the world.

September

UOIT achieves new enrolment watermark

September 29, 2010

It's proving to be another banner year for the University of Ontario Institute of Technology (UOIT) as the Day 10 enrolment numbers boast 7,442 undergraduate and graduate students pursuing their post-secondary studies at the university.

Front row: Dr. Richard Marceau, provost, UOIT; John Komar, director, Engineering and Operations, ACE; and The. Hon. Iris Evans, Alberta Minister of International and Intergovernmental Relations.

Government of Canada supports development opportunities in Oshawa

September 16, 2010

Oshawa residents and businesses could see the University of Ontario Institute of Technology (UOIT) expand its downtown campus in the future. The Honourable Gary Goodyear, Minister of State (FedDev Ontario, and Science and Technology) and Colin Carrie, Member of Parliament for Oshawa, announced that the government would support a feasibility study to look at the economic benefits for the university's plans to grow. They also celebrated new federally funded research underway at the university.

Front row: Dr. Richard Marceau, provost, UOIT; John Komar, director, Engineering and Operations, ACE; and The. Hon. Iris Evans, Alberta Minister of International and Intergovernmental Relations.

UOIT students celebrate first day at downtown Oshawa campus

September 09, 2010

Hundreds of students, staff and faculty arrived en masse to downtown Oshawa today as the University of Ontario Institute of Technology (UOIT) held a special ceremony at the Regent Theatre to officially welcome students to their new urban campus. Guests were greeted by Student Association President, Anthony Boland and Faculty of Social Science and Humanities student, Rachel Calvelli. UOIT's Dr. Ronald Bordessa, president, Dr. Richard Marceau, provost, Dr. Nawal Ammar, dean and Mayor John Gray were also on hand to welcome the students.

August

Grand opening of UOIT's one-of-a-kind Clean Energy Research Laboratory

August 31, 2010

Journalists are invited to join the Honourable Brad Duguid, Ontario Minister of Energy, as he attends the official opening of the University of Ontario Institute of Technology's (UOIT) new Clean Energy Research Laboratory (CERL), a multi-million dollar lab unlike any other in the world.

UOIT students highlight hands-on learning opportunities at Student Research Showcase

August 16, 2010

From determining the time of death of victims found in vehicles to documenting and interpreting the processes of addiction and recovery, to the development of a simulation tool that will predict and diagnose failures at nuclear power plants - these are just a few of the research projects that University of Ontario Institute of Technology (UOIT) students will present findings for during the annual Student Research Showcase on Thursday, August 19.

Engineering researchers receive UOIT's first-ever Early Researcher Awards

August 12, 2010

Two professors at the University of Ontario Institute of Technology (UOIT) were recently awarded $140,000 each to further develop clean and green wireless communication technologies and reduce production costs of manufacturing companies with new and improved manufacturing robots. Dr. Shahram Shahbazpanahi and Dr. Dan Zhang have secured the university's first Early Researcher Awards, a program sponsored by the Ministry of Research and Innovation.

Canada captures gold at the 21st annual International Biology Olympiad in Changwon, South Korea. From left: Rex Xia (silver medal); Qingda Hu (bronze medal); Dr. Sylvie Bardin, senior laboratory instructor, Biology, UOIT Faculty of Science; Bob Roddie, co-ordinator, Canadian Biology Olympiad; Melody Guan (gold medal); and Run Ze Cao (gold medal).

UOIT helps secondary school students shine on international stage

August 06, 2010

The University of Ontario Institute of Technology (UOIT) Faculty of Science members played a significant role in helping four young Canadian students make their mark last month at the 2010 International Biology Olympiad (IBO) in Changwon, South Korea.

July

UOIT professor receives first Discovery Accelerator Supplement grant as part of more than $2 million in funding from NSERC

July 05, 2010

The University of Ontario Institute of Technology (UOIT) announced today that 18 of its world-class researchers have collectively been awarded $2,027,253 in funding from Natural Sciences and Engineering Research Council of Canada's (NSERC). Included in this funding is the university's first Discovery Accelerator Supplement grant, which was announced on June 22 by the Honourable Gary Goodyear, Minister of State (Science and Technology).

June

The Honourable David C. Onley, Lieutenant Governor of Ontario is greeted by UOIT Provost Dr. Richard Marceau upon arrival at the Durham Region Accessibility Expo, June 17, 2010

UOIT plays host to Region of Durham's first Accessibility Expo

June 25, 2010

Headlined by a presentation from the Honourable David C. Onley, Lieutenant Governor of Ontario, the first-ever Durham Region Accessibility Expo (DRAE) is being hailed as a huge success. Billed as a celebration of abilities, DRAE was staged June 17 at the University of Ontario Institute of Technology's (UOIT) Campus Wellness and Recreation Centre (CRWC).

Radiation Triage Mask secures U.S. patent

June 22, 2010

The University of Ontario Institute of Technology (UOIT) recently achieved another milestone with the confirmation of its United States patent, which was issued earlier this month for Dr. Ed Waller's Radiation Triage Mask (RTM) invention.

Chairman's Charity Classic raises $341,500 for Durham College and UOIT students and Abilities Centre

June 15, 2010

Thanks to the efforts of sponsors, donors, volunteers and more than 240 golfers, the14th annual Durham Region Chairman's Charity Classic golf tournament was another huge success, raising $341,500. The event, which took place on June 10 at Deer Creek Golf and Banquet Facility in Ajax, Ontario, welcomed hundreds of community members, golfers and dignitaries as they teed off for a chance to improve the lives of individuals living in Durham Region.

UOIT Applied Bioscience graduate student Katherine Bygarski (right) examines damaged windshield for forensic evidence with Dr. Helene LeBlanc, assistant professor, Forensic Science, UOIT Faculty of Science.

UOIT Faculty of Science graduate student ventures to Yukon

June 04, 2010

Thanks to a University of Ontario Institute of Technology (UOIT) partnership with the Royal Canadian Mounted Police (RCMP) and Yukon College in Whitehorse, Yukon, Katherine Bygarski, a Master of Science student in UOIT's Applied Bioscience program will spend the months of June and July conducting research in Yukon Territory.

Community members to hit the links at Chairman's Charity Classic

June 03, 2010

Region of Durham Chairman Roger Anderson will once again host golfing enthusiasts and community dignitaries on Thursday, June 10 for the Durham Region Chairman's Charity Classic golf tournament at the Deer Creek Golf Club and Banquet Facility in Ajax.

UOIT's largest graduating class set to cross the stage on June 4

June 02, 2010

Faculty and staff from the University of Ontario Institute of Technology (UOIT) will be joined by the families and friends of the class of 2010 on Friday, June 4 when the university confers Bachelor's and Master's degrees upon more than 1,200 graduates at its annual convocation ceremonies.

May

UOIT's founding president and chancellor to receive honorary doctorate degrees

May 26, 2010

In recognition of the instrumental roles they played in the establishment and growth of the University of Ontario Institute of Technology (UOIT) and for their outstanding contribution to the university and community, Dr. Gary Polonsky, founding president, and Ms. Lyn McLeod, founding chancellor, will be presented with honorary Doctor of Laws degrees at the 2010 convocation ceremonies.

The art of science: Kids of all ages watch maggots covered in water-based paint squirm their way to creation of art masterpieces at Science Rendezvous, May 8.

Science Rendezvous brings great energy to UOIT campus

May 12, 2010

Hundreds of aspiring young scientists and their families enjoyed a unique hands-on opportunity to explore and create as the University of Ontario Institute of Technology (UOIT) played host to the third annual Science Rendezvous on May 8.

UOIT and Durham College to celebrate National Nursing Week

May 03, 2010

University of Ontario Institute of Technology (UOIT) and Durham College will join the rest of the country in honouring the dedication and commitment of nurses next week as National Nursing Week takes place from Monday, May 10 to Sunday, May 16. The theme of this year's event is Nursing: you can't live without it!

April

Pitching-in together: members of Your Student Association team up with UOIT administrators and local community during community clean-up project, April 24.

University and college students pitch-in for a good cause

April 29, 2010

Despite being in the middle of the high-pressure final exam period as the school year draws to a close, the Student Association (SA) of the University of Ontario Institute of Technology (UOIT), Durham College and Trent University in Oshawa joined forces with members of the community to get their hands dirty for a good cause on April 24.

Joe Stokes, assistant registrar, Student Recruitment, addresses the panel and audience at the UOIT Educators' Luncheon, April 16 in the Business and Information Technology building.

UOIT connects with secondary school educators

April 28, 2010

University of Ontario Institute of Technology (UOIT) officials were joined by secondary school educators from Port Hope to Etobicoke, Ontario on April 16 for the annual Educators' Luncheon. The event provided attendees with information about the university and its future plans while they enjoyed lunch.

Community and regional industry partners go back to school for UOIT Connects 2010

April 27, 2010

The University of Ontario Institute of Technology (UOIT), community and regional industry partners, and businesses will gather together next week for an evening of innovation and networking during UOIT Connects 2010. Attendees of the open house will enjoy lab and facility tours, a student panel discussing their co-op, internship and placement experiences, faculty poster presentations, information on academic/industry collaborations and a selection of dynamic speakers presenting current research.

UOIT's Dr. Rupinder Brar named Ontario's Best Lecturer

April 19, 2010

The University of Ontario Institute of Technology (UOIT) is celebrating along with Dr. Rupinder Brar, a Physics lecturer with the Faculty of Science, for having won TVO's 2010 Big Ideas Best Lecturer Competition. This marks the second time in the five-year history of the competition that a UOIT lecturer has won top prize.

Fast Forward: Graduating members of UOIT's Formula SAE racing team acquire TLM Racing

April 13, 2010

Throughout their undergraduate years at the University of Ontario Institute of Technology (UOIT), engineering students Sam Ashtiani, Shane Viccary, and Jonathon Rolstin have helped bring distinction to UOIT's engineering program. All have been key project leaders on the UOIT Formula Society of Automotive Engineers (SAE) team that applies innovative race car design and engineering skills and puts them to the test against other top North American universities.

UOIT chemistry student wins top prize in Ontario

April 13, 2010

For the second year in a row, the University of Ontario Institute of Technology's (UOIT) Faculty of Science is celebrating the outstanding achievement of a fourth-year chemistry student on the provincial stage. Andrew Pedersen has topped the competition at the 38th Southern Ontario Undergraduate Student Chemistry Conference (SOUSCC). Pedersen won the honour March 20 in London during the conference hosted by the University of Western Ontario.

From left: Matt Hack, a University of Ontario Institute of Technology (UOIT) student and Nicole Mastnak, a learning skills advisor with Durham College, pose together after placing first in the male and female categories respectively at the Campus Charity Walk and Run. Money raised by the walk/run will support the Eastview Boys and Girls Club in Oshawa, Ontario.

UOIT students launch interdisciplinary peer-reviewed journal

April 01, 2010

The culmination of many months of hard work and dedication resulted in the launch of the university's first interdisciplinary peer-reviewed journal operated solely by students. The Circle@UOIT launched its inaugural issue in early March during an official celebration held on campus.

March

Dr. Michael Owen to head UOIT Research Services

March 30, 2010

A successful academic and seasoned administrator with a broad background in the theoretical and practical aspects of research administration, Dr. Michael Owen will soon join the University of Ontario Institute of Technology (UOIT) and help to grow its reputation for research excellence in his new role as associate provost, Research (APR).

UOIT honours fallen soldiers with Project Hero scholarship

March 26, 2010

In recognition of the heroism and personal sacrifices of fallen Canadian Forces personnel, the University of Ontario Institute of Technology (UOIT) is waiving tuition and residence fees for the dependents of the men and women killed while serving in an active military mission. The scholarships are part of Project Hero, an initiative aimed to help children of deceased Canadian soldiers obtain a post-secondary education free of financial constraints.

Experts to steer the new General Motors of Canada Automotive Centre of Excellence at UOIT

March 11, 2010

The new General Motors of Canada (GM) Automotive Centre of Excellence (ACE) at the University of Ontario Institute of Technology (UOIT) will have two highly experienced professionals at the wheel with the addition of Gary Elfstrom as the director of business development and John Komar as the director of engineering and operations. Both men are engineers with extensive experience having worked in Canada and abroad designing, building and managing proving grounds and technically advanced test facilities, particularly in the area of aeronautical and automotive testing.

Harold 'Pat' Dooley's legacy lives on at UOIT

March 08, 2010

Harold 'Pat' Dooley, a man passionate about education and a steadfast supporter of the University of Ontario Institute of Technology (UOIT) and its students, has left a $300,000 bequest to the university that will keep his spirit alive on campus and in the hearts of students for years to come. Dooley passed away on November 15, 2009 at the remarkable age of 103.

February

UOIT awarded more than $2.6-million in funding from federal government and GM of Canada

February 12, 2010

Electric vehicle research at the University of Ontario Institute of Technology (UOIT) received a substantial financial boost today, as Minister of Industry Tony Clement announced a $1.2-million investment to improve electric vehicles with extended range capabilities (EV) as part of the Automotive Partnership Canada initiative. This is the first research project to be announced under the APC umbrella.

UOIT presses ahead with downtown Oshawa campus growth

February 08, 2010

The University of Ontario Institute of Technology (UOIT) will add another chapter to the legacy of a historical Oshawa building and further its presence in the downtown area with the announcement today that it has signed a 30-year lease for use of the Alger Press Building.

From left: Matt Hack, a University of Ontario Institute of Technology (UOIT) student and Nicole Mastnak, a learning skills advisor with Durham College, pose together after placing first in the male and female categories respectively at the Campus Charity Walk and Run. Money raised by the walk/run will support the Eastview Boys and Girls Club in Oshawa, Ontario.

Health Sciences student earns nuclear safety scholarship

February 02, 2010

By mixing her University of Ontario Institute of Technology (UOIT) Health Sciences studies with research opportunities and an internship at Ontario Power Generation (OPG), Jessica O'Brien has become the first-ever Canadian student to receive a Roy G. Post Foundation Scholarship.

UOIT student David Millie has been selected as Scout Canada's representative to an international youth gathering in the United Arab Emirates. He developed Professor Dr. Khalil El-Khatib's idea for a parental monitoring system and will present the work to youth from around the world.

UOIT student chosen to represent Canada at global youth Scouting conference

February 02, 2010

David Millie has delivered a resounding message with his selection as Scouts Canada's representative to the Fourth International Youth Gathering, being held in Sharjah, United Arab Emirates: University of Ontario Institute of Technology (UOIT) students are leaders among their peers, not only here at home, but across the globe as well.

January

One-of-a-kind research facility takes shape at UOIT

January 26, 2010

Only months away from opening as the first research, development and innovation centre of its kind in the world, the Automotive Centre of Excellence (ACE) is taking shape on the Oshawa campus of the University of Ontario Institute of Technology (UOIT).

UOIT application numbers climb way above 2009

January 22, 2010

Thanks in large part to its career-focused programs, hands-on research opportunities, technology-rich learning environment and much more, the University of Ontario Institute of Technology (UOIT) is continuing to realize significantly more student applicants.

Eccellente! Italian Cultural Centre of Durham commits $90,500 to UOIT scholarships

January 12, 2010

Durham Region secondary school students pursuing a degree from the University of Ontario Institute of Technology (UOIT) received a financial boost today, thanks to a $90,500 donation from the Italian Cultural Centre of Durham (ICCD). ICCD's commitment to the university will create 11 undergraduate and five graduate scholarships for local students.

Fazio's cooks up student helpings in celebration of 30th anniversary

January 11, 2010

Fazio's Restaurant and Wine Experience will add another chapter next week to its storied history in downtown Oshawa, when it hosts the Evolution Gala, a once-in-a-lifetime event that will support students in need at both the University of Ontario Institute of Technology (UOIT) and Durham College.

Italian Cultural Centre of Durham to announce significant financial commitment to UOIT

January 07, 2010

Recognizing that the innovation and inventions generated by scientists such as Galileo Galilei, Leonardo Da Vinci, Leon Battista Alberti and Fortunatas Fidelius may not have been possible without the financial support of their communities, the Italian Cultural Centre of Durham (ICCD) will announce next week itscommitment to support eligible local students who choose to pursue their post-secondary studies at the University of Ontario Institute of Technology (UOIT).

It's a FIRST as UOIT hosts provincial robotics competition

January 06, 2010

The best young robotics minds from across Ontario will be in Oshawa to tackle the challenge of transforming transportation, when the University of Ontario Institute of Technology (UOIT) plays host to the annual For Inspiration and Recognition of Science and Technology (FIRST) Lego League (FLL) provincial championships.