News archives
December
UOIT reaches affiliation agreement in health informatics with Providence Care
December 20, 2011
New venue for MDC's free seminar on Marketing in the Age of Social Media Certificate program
December 15, 2011
The Management Development Centre (MDC) at UOIT is launching its 2012 program schedule with the introduction of its Marketing in the Age of Social Media Certificate program.
Government of Canada supports UOIT researchers and their partners
December 12, 2011
Today, the Honourable Gary Goodyear, Minister of State for the Federal Economic Development Agency for Southern Ontario, announced a one-year extension of the Applied Research and Commercialization (ARC) initiative, creating jobs and economic growth in the region.
Young science students put on impressive showing at UOIT Robotics Competition
December 09, 2011
Organized and presented by UOIT’s Faculty of Engineering and Applied Science, UOIT’s sixth-annual Robotics Competition featured a record field of 40 teams representing 24 schools.
UOIT students challenged to compete in TVO short documentary film contest
December 07, 2011
TV Ontario (TVO) is looking to showcase the film talent that resides at UOIT through its introduction of the Doc Studio Contest. As a proud supporter Canadian documentary films, TVO is committed to fostering talent among aspiring filmmakers and as such, created the newly launched docstudio.tvo.org as a platform to showcase Canadian documentary filmmakers and their work, as well as act as a learning community that supports point-of-view filmmaking.
November
Ontario Tech University Building Promises leading-edge Research in Clean and Green Energy
November 28, 2011
In front of a large gathering of distinguished guests that included government leaders, industry partners, faculty, staff and students, Ontario Tech University officially opened the spectacular Energy Systems and Nuclear Science Research Centre (ERC). The 9,290 square-metre facility is the premier training ground for future energy scientists and nuclear engineers and houses Ontario Tech University's unique-in-Canada engineering programs and research in geothermal, hydraulic, hydrogen, natural gas, nuclear, solar and wind energy technologies.
Associate provost, Research in online Globe and Mail interview
November 23, 2011
A video interview with UOIT’s Dr. Michael Owen, associate provost, Research, was recently published online by the Globe and Mail.
Automotive Centre of Excellence climatic wind tunnel featured on Discovery Channel’s Daily Planet
November 21, 2011
Daily Planet on Discovery Channel profiles ACE at UOIT (Tuesday, November 22, 2011)
UOIT students to share internship experiences at Toronto conference
November 21, 2011
UOIT installs Dr. Tim McTiernan as new president and vice-chancellor
November 14, 2011
In front of a large gathering of academic colleagues, community and industry partners, distinguished guests, faculty, staff and students, the University of Ontario Institute of Technology (UOIT) today officially installed Dr. Tim McTiernan as the university’s third president and vice-chancellor.
Two Nursing students nab poppy donation box thief
November 11, 2011
Emma Bradbury and Kailee Demoe, third-year Nursing students at UOIT, demonstrated their commitment to helping others and their community when they stopped a man who had just stolen a poppy donation box from a nearby pharmacy on November 3.
UOIT professors publish innovative book on crime
November 11, 2011
Crime is a major resource drain on local communities. Regardless of where it occurs, on the street, in the home, or in the workplace the costs associated with crime are debilitating.
UOIT Science dean to present RCI lecture November 20 at University of Toronto
November 09, 2011
Science dean Dr. Deborah Saucier to present RCI lecture November 20 at University of Toronto
UOIT reaches tentative collective agreement with sessional lecturers
November 08, 2011
The University of Ontario Institute of Technology (UOIT) is pleased to announce it has reached a tentative collective agreement with the Public Service Alliance of Canada (PSAC), which represents approximately 180 sessional lecturers at the university.
October
UOIT professor’s new book ponders end of exponential global growth
October 27, 2011
Dr. Peter Berg, Faculty of Science publishes new book called The Finite Planet
Women’s hockey captain Jill Morillo nominated for CIS award
October 27, 2011
UOIT Ridgebacks women’s hockey captain Jill Morillo has become second-ever UOIT student-athlete to be nominated for the Canadian Interuniversity Sport (CIS) female Athlete of the Week award.
Baagwating Community Association makes significant contribution to UOIT
October 26, 2011
Ontario Tech University's Dr. Carolyn McGregor speaks about Big Data at international IBM conference
October 24, 2011
Ontario Tech University's Dr. Carolyn McGregor, Canada Research Chair in Health Informatics, is among the distinguished panellists taking part in the IBM Information on Demand Conference in Las Vegas, Nevada on October 25 (link to Dr. McGregor's presentation).
GO Transit bus strike averted
October 24, 2011
Tentative deal reached in GO Transit labour dispute involving its unionized bus drivers.
Humanities and technology connect at UOIT boot camps
October 24, 2011
The University of Ontario Institute of Technology (UOIT) combined humanities and technology during two boot camps hosted by the university’s Office of Research Services and the faculties of Science and Social Science and Humanities (FSSH) on October 21. The boot camps were the prelude to the main event, THATCamp - The Humanities and Technology Camp, held the following day.
UOIT reaches new five-year collective agreement with Faculty Association
October 20, 2011
The University of Ontario Institute of Technology (UOIT) is pleased to announce the ratification of a new collective agreement with the UOIT Faculty Association (UOITFA).
UOIT and Resolution Research sign MOU
October 20, 2011
The University of Ontario Institute of Technology (UOIT) and Resolution Research & Marketing, Inc. signed a memorandum of understanding today, giving researchers access to a smarter, competitive tool for data collection and analysis through connection-driven intelligence.
Possible GO Transit bus strike
October 19, 2011
Please be advised that bus drivers at GO Transit will be in a legal strike position as of 12:01 a.m. on Monday, October 24 if negotiations between GO Transit and the union representing its bus drivers fail to produce a new collective agreement. In the event of a labour disruption, regular GO Train service would continue, but GO Bus service would not.
UOIT students make connections at Career and Education Fair
October 17, 2011
Hundreds of enthusiastic UOIT students enjoyed a glimpse into their personal futures as they packed the Campus Recreation and Wellness Centre for the Student Experience Centre’s (SEC) annual Career and Education Fair. Students were able to meet and greet leaders and representatives from nearly 60 different potential employers and postgraduate study destinations during the full-day event.
Tentative collective agreement reached
October 13, 2011
The University of Ontario Institute of Technology (UOIT) is pleased to announce that it has reached a tentative collective agreement with the UOIT Faculty Association (UOITFA), which represents core faculty members at the university.
Power forward: UOIT hosts international fuel cell workshop
October 13, 2011
The latest progress in the research and development of fuel cell science and technologies was in the spotlight at a recent international workshop hosted by the Faculty of Engineering and Applied Science at the University of Ontario Institute of Technology (UOIT).
UOIT men’s hockey team stuns Top 10 U.S. powerhouse Michigan Wolverines
October 03, 2011
It was a most memorable journey south of the border for the UOIT Ridgebacks men’s hockey team as they defeated the University of Michigan Wolverines 3-2 in an exhibition game on October 1 in Ann Arbor, Michigan.
Call for nominations for honorary degrees
October 03, 2011
Nominations are now being accepted for honorary degrees to recognize persons
September
Students capture Best Paper Award at Italy conference
September 29, 2011
Additional autism services and supports for Durham children
September 28, 2011
OSHAWA, ON. - Hundreds of children and youth with autism in Durham Region will now have access to additional services and supports.
Enrolment up 13 per cent at UOIT
September 26, 2011
Enrolment at the University of Ontario Institute of Technology (UOIT) has reached another highpoint with Day 10 enrolment numbers topping 8,423 undergraduate and graduate students attending the university.
UOIT celebrates Homecoming 2011
September 22, 2011
UOIT alumni, students, faculty, staff and friends enjoyed a fun-filled day of activities during the second annual Homecoming event on September 17
Ontario Tech University presents Awards of Excellence
September 21, 2011
Ontario Tech University is celebrating the beginning of a new academic year by recognizing outstanding achievements by faculty and staff over the past 12 months. The 2011 Awards of Excellence were presented on September 13 at the annual President’s Welcome Back Reception hosted by Dr. Tim McTiernan.
Durham College support staff reach tentative agreement
September 19, 2011
We are pleased to advise that a tentative agreement has been reached between the Ontario Public Service Employees Union (OPSEU), which represents support staff employees at colleges across the province, and the College Employer Council (the Council).
UOIT alumnus receives prestigious Vanier Canada Graduate scholarship
September 19, 2011
The University of Ontario Institute of Technology (UOIT) is proud to announce that 2009 Bachelor of Science graduate Iain Moyles has been awarded the Vanier Canada Graduate scholarship (CGS) in support of his current doctoral degree studies at the University of British Columbia (UBC) in Vancouver. The Vanier CGS is valued at $150,000 over three years.
Information update regarding the Durham College support staff strike
September 16, 2011
Friday, September 16
Student Experience Centre extends friendly welcome to UOIT’s neighbours
September 16, 2011
A special new initiative aimed at building bridges with the communities near UOIT’s north Oshawa location took place on September 8 as the Student Experience Centre (SEC) sent a large group of volunteers off campus to engage local residents in a meet-and-greet event billed as the Welcome Wagon.
Dan Walters receives Cupples Cup from CACEE
September 09, 2011
New UOIT certificate program aimed at small business owners/managers
September 09, 2011
Essential aspects of business management covered
UOIT embraces Doors Open Oshawa on September 24 and 25
September 07, 2011
UOIT is inviting the public to spend an afternoon exploring two of the university’s newest campus facilities as part of Heritage Oshawa’s annual Doors Open festivities in late September.
August
UOIT announces new Faculty of Engineering and Applied Science dean
August 25, 2011
The University of Ontario Institute of Technology (UOIT) proudly announces that Dr. Tarlochan Sidhu will become the new dean of the Faculty of Engineering and Applied Science (FEAS) effective January 1, 2012.
Ministry of Research and Innovation recognizes UOIT faculty members with Early Researcher Awards
August 12, 2011
The University of Ontario Institute of Technology (UOIT) proudly announces that two of its faculty members are being recognized by the Ontario Ministry of Research and Innovation (MRI) with prestigious Early Researcher Awards (ERA).
July
UOIT researcher receives major funding to lead international team in clean hydrogen production
July 28, 2011
Ongoing hydrogen production research at the University of Ontario Institute of Technology's (UOIT) Clean Energy Research Laboratory (CERL) is receiving a major boost thanks to new funding announced by the Ministry of Research and Innovation (MRI) through its Ontario Research Fund-Research Excellence (ORF-RE) program.
UOIT receives NSERC grants to teach science and engineering to young Canadians
July 15, 2011
Two researchers at the University of Ontario Institute of Technology (UOIT) were recently awarded grants through the Natural Sciences and Engineering Council of Canada's (NSERC) PromoScience program.
UOIT - like you've never seen it before
July 14, 2011
Students and visitors to UOIT will soon enjoy a unique online perspective of the university following a special visit to campus by a crew from Google Maps Street View
Research opportunity in the UK pays dividends for UOIT graduate student
July 04, 2011
At first, it was the kind of opportunity that might have sounded too good to be true.
June
Thirty-three leaders receive their Master's Certificate in Municipal Management
June 26, 2011
The Management Development Centre (MDC) at the University of Ontario Institute of Technology's (UOIT) Faculty of Business and Information Technology (FBIT) has proudly awarded 33 new graduates with their Master's Certificate in Municipal Management.
Mobile Learning laptop sign-ups now available
June 24, 2011
Mobile Learning laptop sign-ups for the 2011-2012 academic year are now available.
NSERC awards UOIT researchers $1.7 million
June 24, 2011
Fourteen researchers at the University of Ontario Institute of Technology (UOIT) were recently awarded Natural Sciences and Engineering Research Council of Canada (NSERC) Discovery Grants, which have a combined total of $1.7 million over the next five years.
IBM's 100th anniversary celebration features Dr. Carolyn McGregor
June 21, 2011
International Business Machines (IBM) is marking its centennial this year with a new short film that profiles four of its leading collaborative researchers whose questioning minds and unconventional ideas the company says are transforming our world.
Durham - have your say!
June 20, 2011
The Centre for Evaluation and Survey Research (CESR) at the University of Ontario Institute of Technology (UOIT) will be conducting a Durham Area Survey.
Matt Milovick receives CMA Creative Leadership Award
June 17, 2011
Congratulations to Matt Milovick, vice-president, Operations and Strategic Development and interim chief financial officer, who received the Ontario Certified Management Accountants 2011 Creative Leadership Award for the instrumental role he had in the development of UOIT's downtown Oshawa location.
Oil and gas executive donates $1.5 million to Ontario Tech University
June 16, 2011
Ontario Tech University will accelerate its alternative fuel research efforts thanks to a $1.5-million donation from Chairman and Chief Executive Officer of Sure Energy Inc. Jeffrey Boyce, The donation, the largest gift Ontario Tech University has received from an individual, will fund the Jeffrey S. Boyce research chair in Natural Gas (NG) as an Alternative Transportation Fuel.
UOIT researcher receives Xerox Foundation grant
June 16, 2011
The University of Ontario Institute of Technology's (UOIT) Faculty of Science is announcing a research grant awarded by Xerox Corporation to Dr. Faisal Qureshi, assistant professor, Computer Science.
Chairman's Charity Classic raises $320,000 at 15th annual tournament, surpassing $4-million mark
June 13, 2011
Thanks to the efforts of sponsors, donors, volunteers and more than 150 golfers, the annual Durham Region Chairman's Charity Classic golf tournament held on June 9 was another huge success, raising $320,000.
The winds of change are blowing at UOIT as the General Motors of Canada Automotive Centre of Excellence officially opens
June 13, 2011
With bone-chilling temperatures and blowing snow as a backdrop, the University of Ontario Institute of Technology (UOIT) today officially opened the General Motors of Canada Automotive Centre of Excellence (ACE).
UOIT announces new president
June 11, 2011
Dr. Tim McTiernan will be the third president and vice-chancellor of the University of Ontario Institute of Technology (UOIT), effective July 1, 2011.
UOIT's enrolment confirmation increase highest in GTA
June 10, 2011
Statistics recently released by the Ontario Application Centre (OUAC) confirm that more students than ever are choosing the University of Ontario Institute of Technology (UOIT) for their post-secondary studies. Year-over-year percentage increases show that UOIT is the leading GTA university for overall enrolment confirmations and first in the province for first-choice confirmations.
UOIT confers its first-ever PhD graduates at 2011 convocation
June 06, 2011
In an academic year that has seen the University of Ontario Institute of Technology (UOIT) mark a substantial number of major milestones and celebrate the openings of new buildings and key infrastructure, 2011 will also be remembered for another remarkable achievement in university history.
Chairman's Charity Classic to welcome more than 200 golfers to 15th annual tournament
June 02, 2011
For the fifteenth year, Region of Durham Chairman Roger Anderson will welcome golfing enthusiasts and community dignitaries for the Durham Region Chairman's Charity Classic golf tournament, being held on Thursday, June 9 at the Deer Creek Golf Club and Banquet Facility in Ajax.
May
UOIT student team and researchers in the spotlight at OCE Discovery 2011
May 26, 2011
For the second consecutive year, a student team from the University of Ontario Institute of Technology (UOIT) was among the finalists at the prestigious Ontario Centres of Excellence (OCE) Discovery Connections Competition. The annual event at the Metro Toronto Convention Centre brings together key players from industry, academia, government, the investment community as well as entrepreneurs and students from across Ontario to pursue collaboration opportunities.
UOIT to confer first PhD degrees
May 25, 2011
The University of Ontario Institute of Technology (UOIT) will confer close to 1,200 undergraduate and graduate degrees during the 2011 convocation ceremonies on Friday, June 3. This will be a historic event for the university as it will be the first time PhD graduates will cross the stage.
May 19 celebration for the founding dean of the Faculty of Science
May 19, 2011
Faculty and staff members in the Faculty of Science were joined by members of the UOIT campus community (past and present) to pay tribute to Dr. William Smith, founding dean, who will retire on June 30.
UOIT researcher awarded funding to develop fuel cell-based ethanol sensors
May 19, 2011
OSHAWA, ON - Dr. Brad Easton, assistant professor, Chemistry in the University of Ontario Institute of Technology's (UOIT) Faculty of Science has received $905,600 in funding for his ongoing research to develop next-generation materials for fuel-based ethanol sensors. Dr. Easton's ultimate findings are expected to have important economic and industrial consequences in the area of road safety.
UOIT and Durham College students give thanks to nursing preceptors
May 16, 2011
Students and staff from the University of Ontario Institute of Technology (UOIT) and Durham College came together to thank more than 300 preceptors in the collaborative Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BScN) program at the fourth annual Preceptor Recognition Ceremony at the Oshawa Golf and Curling Club.
UOIT honours President Ron Bordessa
May 13, 2011
Dr. Ronald Bordessa's vision for the University of Ontario Institute of Technology (UOIT) and his commitment to excellence and innovation in education are now forever entrenched in the university's history with the naming of Bordessa Hall at 55 Bond Street in Oshawa, Ontario. The dedication was made during an intimate ceremony held at the building on the morning of May 12.
UOIT receives accessibility award from City of Oshawa
May 12, 2011
The City of Oshawa's Accessibility Advisory Committee (OAAC) presented special award to the University of Ontario Institute of Technology (UOIT) on May 10 at a special meeting of city council. The Accessibility Improvement Award recognizes local businesses whose contributions have resulted in greater opportunities for people who live, work and play in Oshawa.
UOIT signs MOU with Czech Republic institution
May 02, 2011
The University of Ontario Institute of Technology (UOIT) recently signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) with a leading post-secondary institution in the Czech Republic. Together with the Institute of Chemical Technology, Prague(ICT Prague), UOIT will collaborate in Learning Technologies, all fields of Science and for the purpose of scientific and cultural exchange.
April
Oshawa Clinic invests in downtown with donation to UOIT
April 28, 2011
OSHAWA, ON - The University of Ontario Institute of Technology (UOIT) is getting a major boost thanks to the Oshawa Clinic and a $100,000 donation announced today. The donation will be used to support the development of UOIT's growing presence downtown, specifically the restoration of the former Alger Press building located at 61 Charles Street. The building now serves as a multi-purpose higher education centre for students and staff of the university.
FBIT students Connecting the Elements
April 25, 2011
UOIT's Faculty of Business and Information Technology (FBIT) is hailing the first annual Connecting the Elements Management Case Competition as a major success.
Packed house takes in UOIT’s annual Purdue Pharma Distinguished Lecture
April 22, 2011
Dr. Brian Ward presented his highly engaging and informative lecture Vaccine Safety: Myth versus Reality at the fourth annual Purdue Pharma Distinguished Lecture hosted by the Faculty of Science at the University of Ontario Institute of Technology (UOIT).
Faculty of Health Sciences hosts Medical Laboratory Science Showcase
April 21, 2011
UOIT's Faculty of Health Sciences recently held a Medical Laboratory Science (MLS) Showcase event offering faculty members and field professionals the opportunity to exchange ideas and experiences.
Election results for student positions on UOIT's Board of Governors
April 18, 2011
Online voting was held from April 13 to 15 for undergraduate and graduate student positions on the University of Ontario Institute of Technology's (UOIT) Board of Governors. The candidates receiving the most votes will serve a one-year term commencing September 1, 2011 and ending on August 31, 2012.
UOIT releases comprehensive master plan for downtown Oshawa
April 18, 2011
OSHAWA, ON. - During a presentation to the City of Oshawa's Development Services Committee today the University of Ontario Institute of Technology (UOIT) released a plan that will guide the smooth integration of the university's downtown campus location into a strengthened downtown Oshawa. The document entitled Into the Future: A Framework and Action Plan for Growing UOIT and Downtown Oshawa was the result of an innovative partnership between UOIT and a multi-disciplinary team of planning professionals and community advisors.
Plugging In to the Future: UOIT named to EcoCAR2 competition
April 14, 2011
While innovative advanced vehicle technology students at the University of Ontario Institute of Technology (UOIT) gear up for the final round of EcoCAR: The NeXt Challenge later this spring in Michigan and Washington, D.C., current and future UOIT automotive engineering students can now look forward to being part of the exclusive competition's next phase. At the Society of Automotive Engineers (SAE) annual World Congress on April 13 in Detroit, UOIT was selected as just one of 16 North American universities (one of only three from Canada) that will compete in EcoCAR2: Plugging In to the Future.
Call for nominations - Academic Council Non-Academic Staff Representation position
April 13, 2011
The Academic Council is seeking nominations for one Non-Academic Staff Representation position, which is a three-year term. Nominations will open on Thursday, April 14 at 9 a.m. and close Wednesday, April 20 at 4 p.m.
Two Criminology graduate students winners of JCJR Student Paper Competition
April 13, 2011
Amanda Couture and Marie Polgar, Master of Arts in Criminology students, were recently named winners of the Journal of Criminal Justice Research (JCJR) 2010 Student Paper Competition. Only two awards were provided for the Graduate Student category.
Symantec's Internet security expert presents industry-leading report at UOIT
April 12, 2011
OSHAWA, ON - Calling 2010 the year of the targeted attack, Marc Fossi, the author and executive editor of Symantec's Internet Security Threat Report (ISTR) Volume 16, outlined key report findings during a presentation at the University of Ontario Institute of Technology (UOIT) today (to view the lecture, please click here).
Donors meet appreciative students at annual reception
April 11, 2011
Dozens of UOIT scholarship and bursary recipients had the opportunity to meet and personally thank the donors who made their gifts possible during the 2011 Donor and Student Reception on March 24.
Spaling and Galea named UOIT Athletes of the Year
April 04, 2011
Men's Hockey captain Nathan Spaling (Drayton, Ontario) and women's rowing/squash standout Shannon Galea (Oshawa, Ontario) have been named the 2010-2011 University of Ontario Institute of Technology (UOIT) Athletes of the Year. The awards were presented at UOIT's fifth annual Athletic Banquet on March 31 at the General W. Sikorski Polish Veterans Association Hall in Oshawa as student-athletes, coaches and contributors were honoured for their outstanding accomplishments throughout the varsity sports season.
UOIT and GM deliver Engineering Experience
April 04, 2011
Hundreds of prospective and current Engineering students joined the University of Ontario Institute of Technology (UOIT) and General Motors (GM) of Canada to take part in the inaugural Engineering Experience event held on April 2 on campus. The event, designed to highlight UOIT's unique Engineering programs and strong partnership with GM, provided attendees with an informative and fun-filled day of activities.
March
UOIT professor ranked among the top 80 criminologists in the world
March 31, 2011
Dr. Liqun Cao, professor, Faculty of Social Science and Humanities, was recently identified in the Journal of Criminal Justice Education as one of the most productive authors during the first decade of the 21-first century. The list is the result of a study entitled The Most Prolific Sole and Lead Authors in Elite Criminology and Criminal Justice Journals 2000-2009 by Erin A. Orrick and Henriikka Weir.
Hail CESR and all those who try it
March 31, 2011
The University of Ontario Institute of Technology (UOIT) launched the new Centre for Evaluation and Survey Research (CESR) today during the centre's official opening. Guests learned about the wide range of services CESR offers and how effective surveys can be created and carried out to meet the individual needs of their organization.
UOIT announces new Faculty of Science dean
March 30, 2011
She is praised by colleagues and students alike for her distinguished record of achievement at three universities in Western Canada over the past 15 years. Dr. Deborah Saucier will be bringing her outstanding personal and career reputation back to Ontario where she earned her doctoral degree to become the new dean of the Faculty of Science at the University of Ontario Institute of Technology (UOIT) effective July 1.
Campus community raises more than $26,000
March 24, 2011
On March 9 faculty, staff and students turned the campus pink for its annual Power of Pink (POP) Breast Cancer Awareness Day. This year's event raised an incredible $26,061.76 for the Canadian Breast Cancer Foundation, Ontario Chapter and the Durham-based, Gala of Hope. This year's tally represents a 14.7 per cent increase over last year.
UOIT Faculty of Engineering receives funding for truck tire research with Volvo
March 24, 2011
The University of Ontario Institute of Technology's (UOIT) Faculty of Engineering and Applied Science is proud to announce a new research contract with Volvo Group North America (Volvo 3P). Under the research leadership of Dr. Moustafa El-Gindy, associate professor, Faculty of Engineering and Applied Science (FEAS), Volvo 3P is funding a project involving truck tire performance and road interactions for rigid and soft road surfaces. Volvo will invest $150,000 over three years as it collaborates with Dr. El-Gindy to investigate truck tire parameters that will improve fuel economy, without sacrificing safety and cost.
UOIT assistant professor named research associate at Grandview Children's Centre
March 21, 2011
A common goal to conduct research that will positively impact the lives of children and youth with disabilities has resulted in a research and academic partnership between the University of Ontario Institute of Technology (UOIT) and Grandview Children's Centre. Dr. Meghann Lloyd, an assistant professor in the Faculty of Health Sciences, has also been named a research associate at the centre.
Local artist features UOIT in new music video
March 18, 2011
A new video by local music artist Najjah Calibur features UOIT and Durham College hip-hop student dancers (H.E.R. and GeekFreaks) in the Campus Library and UOIT Business and Information Technology building.
Ontario Tech University establishes first-ever Engineer-in-Residence position
March 17, 2011
For the first time, Ontario Tech University will have an Engineer-in-Residence. Effective May 1, John Froats will join the Faculty of Energy Systems and Nuclear Science (FESNS) as an associate professor.
Management Development Centre spring programs and workshops unveiled
March 15, 2011
The Management Development Centre(MDC) at the University of Ontario Institute of Technology (UOIT) has introduced a number of exciting new programs for the spring as it drives to meet the growing demand for professional development opportunities in the areas of information technology security and business management.
Breaking Barriers at UOIT: Second annual Case Competition a success
March 11, 2011
More than 100 University of Ontario Institute of Technology (UOIT) students recently attended the second annual UOIT Accounting Case Competition at the Ajax Convention Centre. The theme of the competition was Breaking Barriers, where students from the Faculty of Business and Information Technology (FBIT), focused upon endeavours that are required for success in a world where geographic, cultural, social and financial barriers often shift and change. Students from the Faculties of Engineering and Applied Science, Health Sciences and Social Science and Humanities also attended the competition.
Energy Minister headlines workshop on Ontario's electricity future
March 10, 2011
The Honourable Brad Duguid, Ontario Minister of Energy says the province's energy future will remain bright, thanks to the combined effort of universities, colleges, industry, labour and government who are partnering to address Ontario's critical shortage of qualified personnel in the electricity sector. Minister Duguid was the keynote speaker at Ontario's Electricity Future: New Skills for New Jobs, a workshop developed by the Power Engineering Education Consortium (PEEC), whose mission is the development of next steps and solutions.
Two Criminology graduate students receive AP-LS award
March 08, 2011
Master of Arts in Criminology students Kiri Lutchman and Alana Saulnier were honoured at the American Psychology-Law Society (AP-LS) International Congress on Psychology and Law Conference in Miami, Florida on March 3. As recipients of the AP-LS Minority Affairs Committee (MAC) Diversity Travel Award, both students attended the conference and presented their research
UOIT celebrates grand opening of downtown Oshawa campus
March 08, 2011
The University of Ontario Institute of Technology (UOIT) celebrated the grand opening of its downtown Oshawa campus today during an event held at the historic Regent Theatre. Joining the celebration were Ajax-Pickering MPP Joe Dickson, Regional Chair and Chief Executive Officer of The Regional Municipality of Durham Roger Anderson and Oshawa Mayor John Henry.
Partnership in Action: UOIT and Ontario Power Generation
March 04, 2011
Only weeks after the University of Ontario Institute of Technology (UOIT) formally renewed its long-standing collaborative partnership with Ontario Power Generation (OPG), UOIT hosted nearly 200 employees from OPG's training organization for two special training sessions.
Government-funded 3D gaming initiative enters new dimension
March 03, 2011
The building blocks for the next generation of stereoscopic three-dimensional (S-3D) gaming are being put in place thanks to a major funding announcement by the Ministry of Tourism and Culture through the Ontario Media Development Corporation's (OMDC) Entertainment and Creative Cluster Partnerships Fund along with support from Ontario Centres of Excellence (OCE).
Ontario Tech University professor receives prestigious engineering honour
March 03, 2011
The country's first and oldest engineering society, the Engineering Institute of Canada (EIC), is awarding one of its highest honours to Dr. Ibrahim Dincer, a professor with Ontario Tech University's Faculty of Engineering and Applied Science (FEAS).
February
UOIT rower Shannon Galea to be honoured at the eighth annual OUA Women of Influence Luncheon
February 25, 2011
UOIT rower Shannon Galea, a first-year Education student, is being recognized as one of the top female scholar athletes in Ontario University Athletics (OUA). Galea will receive her award on Wednesday, March 2 at the eighth annual Women of Influence Luncheon at the Metro Toronto Convention Centre (South Building - Hall G), 255 Front Street West in Toronto.
Ridgebacks men's hockey captain named nominee for Randy Gregg award
February 24, 2011
UOIT Ridgebacks men's hockey captain Nathan Spaling has been named a nominee for the Randy Gregg Award as Ontario University Athletics (OUA) announced the Western Conference major award winners and all-stars.
First-ever TEDx event at UOIT hailed a major success
February 24, 2011
They arrived with energetic and curious minds, and even braved a nasty snowstorm on a Saturday night to be there. And when the hundreds of undergraduate students left the University of Ontario Institute of Technology's (UOIT) Regent Theatre on January 22 to head back out into the snow, they did so having benefitted from a concept simply known as TED.
Veridian CEO donates plug-in hybrid electric vehicle to UOIT
February 23, 2011
Veridian President and CEO Michael Angemeer handed over today the keys to his modified Toyota Prius - Canada's first plug-in hybrid solar electric vehicle - to Dr. Greg Rohrauer, assistant professor, Faculty of Engineering and Applied Science at the University of Ontario Institute of Technology (UOIT). The vehicle will be used as part of the Automotive Engineering program's participation in AUTO21 - Canada's national automotive research program - and vehicle-to-grid communications testing. Dr. Rohrauer is also the lead for the Automotive Centre of Excellence (ACE) at UOIT which will host research and development from worldwide automotive companies when it opens later this year.
Community joins UOIT to experience research excellence
February 18, 2011
Community members joined students for an evening that featured two University of Ontario Institute of Technology (UOIT) professors who presented highlights of their innovative and relevant research. The February 17 event is an annual tradition at UOIT where two Research Excellence Award recipients are asked to present their research and then celebrate their accomplishments with the campus community.
UOIT Accounting students earn silver medal in provincewide competition
February 10, 2011
The University of Ontario Institute of Technology's (UOIT) Faculty of Business and Information Technology (FBIT) is celebrating an impressive showing by students at the sixth-annual Certified Management Accountants (CMA) Ontario Case Competition.
UOIT receives generous gift from Lenbrook Corp.
February 09, 2011
The entrepreneurial spirit of David S. Simmonds will live on at the University of Ontario Institute of Technology (UOIT), thanks to a donation from Lenbrook Corp., a Pickering, Ontario-based company he founded. The donation will establish the David S. Simmonds Entrepreneurship Award, which will recognize the Faculty of Business and Information Technology's (FBIT) winning Capstone program student team each year with a $5,000 grant.
UOIT's Student Experience Centre holds first-annual Housing Day
February 07, 2011
Calling it an event that surpassed all expectations, the Student Experience Centre (SEC) at the University of Ontario Institute of Technology (UOIT) welcomed hundreds of visitors to its first-ever Housing Fair. The January 19 event was dedicated to helping UOIT students find a suitable place to live next year and aimed at connecting students with the resources they need to succeed while living off-campus.
UOIT connects with community during Ontario's best lecturer presentations
February 03, 2011
Community members experienced first-hand the world-class calibre of the professors students connect with and are challenged by at the University of Ontario Institute of Technology (UOIT) during an event held to showcase TVO's Big Ideas Best Lecturer competition winners.
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UOIT connecting with prospective students by embracing provincial initiative
January 28, 2011
Dozens of students from the Toronto District School Board and the York Region District School Board are getting a first-hand look at the research and development programs at University of Ontario Institute of Technology (UOIT), thanks to a popular initiative being driven by the Ministry of Education in conjunction with the Ministry of Training, Colleges and Universities.
Application numbers at UOIT continue to show positive growth
January 26, 2011
As the University of Ontario Institute of Technology (UOIT) prepares to welcome its ninth first-year class in September, more students than ever before are choosing the Oshawa university as one of their top-three post-secondary education destinations.
Nominations now being accepted for UOIT Board of Governors vacancies
January 21, 2011
Since it welcomed its first class of 947 students in September 2003, the University of Ontario Institute of Technology (UOIT) has grown to more than 7,400 students, recruited exceptional educators from around the world, and attracted millions of dollars in research investments.
UOIT's IT security and chronic pain research projects receive significant boost from CFI
January 21, 2011
Information Technology and Health Sciences researchers and students at the University of Ontario Institute of Technology (UOIT) will now have new and updated facilities to conduct their cutting-edge research projects thanks to a $105,896 boost from the Canada Foundation for Innovation (CFI).
Major funding for forensic science study granted to leading UOIT researcher
January 20, 2011
Oshawa, ON - The University of Ontario Institute of Technology (UOIT) is proud to announce a major funding grant from the Natural Sciences and Engineering Research Council of Canada (NSERC) to Dr. Shari Forbes, associate professor, Forensic Science, and Canada Research Chair in Decomposition Chemistry.
Aspiring young scientists click at UOIT at province-wide robotics championship
January 19, 2011
The cutting-edge world of Biomedical Engineering was put under the microscope by hundreds of the brightest young minds in Ontario on January 15 at the annual FIRST ® LEGO® League (FLL) provincial robotics championships hosted by the University of Ontario Institute of Technology (UOIT) in Oshawa, Ontario. FIRST is an acronym that means For Inspiration and Recognition of Science and Technology.
Experience Research Excellence February 17
January 18, 2011
You don't have to be a student to learn about the innovative research happening at the University of Ontario Institute of Technology (UOIT). All are welcome to join our 2010 Research Excellence Award recipients as they present highlights of their work and how it has the potential to positively impact society.
UOIT students - tell us how we're doing! NSSE returns January 31
January 18, 2011
UOIT is encouraging first- and fourth-year students to take part in a national survey to ensure they have the opportunity to provide valuable insight that will enable the university to improve the student experience both inside and outside the classroom. The National Survey of Student Engagement (NSSE) launches on Monday, January 31.
Academic Council seeking nominations for UOIT student representative
January 12, 2011
The Academic Council is seeking nominations for two student representative positions. Nominations for this position can be made by completing the student nomination form and student declaration form on the Academic Council website.
UOIT Athletics department wins $25,000 in national contest
January 03, 2011
The University of Ontario Institute of Technology's (UOIT) Athletics department is celebrating the start of 2011 with a $25,000 prize that it won in a nationwide online competition staged by sporting goods company adidas.
Leading North American cybersecurity expert to speak January 20 at UOIT
January 02, 2011
The Faculty of Business and Information Technology (FBIT) is extending an open invitation to hear a leading North American expert on cybersecurity offer his thoughts on the latest challenges, trends and opportunities facing the industry. Guest speaker Michael Assante will make his presentation at UOIT on Thursday, January 20 from 5 to 7 p.m. in the Science building, Room 1350 (*new location).