UOIT presents Lenovo Lecture Theatre

In recognition of the outstanding generosity and support of leading PC manufacturer Lenovo (Canada) Inc., the University of Ontario Institute of Technology (UOIT) proudly revealed the new Lenovo Lecture Theatre at 61 Charles Street.

During a relationship that dates back nearly a decade, Lenovo has supported UOIT faculty, staff and students with leading-edge technology and provided the university with $2 million in cash and product contributions. With a recent capital gift of $500,000 UOIT permanently named the lecture theatre to acknowledge the company.

“UOIT is deeply grateful to Lenovo for its unwavering support and generosity,” said Dr. Tim McTiernan, UOIT president. “Collaborations such as these allow us to extend our reach and build capacity providing students with more opportunity to lead and excel in the 21^st century workplace.”

Swapan Lobana, a fourth-year Bachelor of Information Technology student at UOIT, and a recent recipient of the Lenovo (Canada) Inc. Access Awards, joined Dr. McTiernan and Mr. Mockler at the unveiling.

“Our relationship is truly unique and provides a differentiator for post-secondary education in the North American market,” said Peter Mockler, president, Lenovo (Canada) Inc. “Lenovo and UOIT are dedicated to providing students with innovative leading technologies that enrich the teaching and learning experience and result in better-prepared students required by the world's leading employers.”

The Lenovo Lecture Theatre is located on the second floor of the 61 Charles Street building at the downtown Oshawa location and will accommodate 165 with laptop plugs and Internet connections at every table.