News archives
January
Group study room booking change
January 07, 2013
North Oshawa Library group study booking rooms are very popular on weekdays
December
Register now for 2013 Management Development Centre programs at UOIT
December 11, 2012
MDC offers leading-edge certificate programs in Professional Management, Professional Communications and Social Media Marketing.
FBIT Game Development students capture award in 2012 Great Canadian Appathon
December 10, 2012
A UOIT team of four students (team name: Last Stand) won Best Original/Experimental Application during the 2012 Great Canadian Appathon for their game I_Save_Princess.
Campus Libraries – holiday hours
December 10, 2012
2012 holiday hours for campus libraries
UOIT-based survey finds Durham residents in need of R&R
December 10, 2012
Residents of Durham Region say they are in need of rest and relaxation. That’s just one of the key findings of a survey conducted by the Centre for Evaluation and Survey Research (CESR) at the University of Ontario Institute of Technology (UOIT).
UOIT Engineering students receive a boost in support of human-powered vehicle development
December 04, 2012
Mechanical Engineering students at the University of Ontario Institute of Technology (UOIT) working on plans to build a human-powered vehicle (HPV) are getting a boost – a jump start that comes in the form of a donation from an international professional engineering organization.
November
UOIT students advance to third round of Cisco NetRiders competition
November 30, 2012
FBIT students in the Networking and Information Technology Security program advance in Cisco NetRiders event
IT Security students compete at Hackfest in Quebec City
November 29, 2012
UOIT undergraduate and graduate students were the only Ontario university teams at Hackfest 2012, a two-day information technology (IT) security conference in Quebec City.
FBIT faculty member to speak at Whitby Chamber of Commerce event
November 29, 2012
Dr. Khalil El-Khatib will be discuss Cloud Computing during a presentation to the Whitby Chamber of Commerce.
UOIT Game Development and Entrepreneurship students and faculty attend largest gaming conference in Canada
November 28, 2012
55 FBIT students gained unique insight into the game development industry after representing UOIT at the International Game Summit (MIGS) in Montreal, Quebec.
Commencement Drive construction closure November 29
November 28, 2012
Commencement Drive leading to the South Village Residence will be closed on Thursday, November 29 from 8 a.m. until noon.
Campus Library launches new video tutorials
November 28, 2012
The Campus Library has released five new videos to help you easily access material.
Banting Fellowship recipient joins UOIT via New Zealand
November 27, 2012
Programs to engage youth to keep them in school and improve graduation and employment rates will be the research focus of Dr. Janelle Joseph, a Banting Postdoctoral Fellowship recipient who recently joined the University of Ontario Institute of Technology (UOIT).
UOIT strengthens senior leadership team with new appointments
November 23, 2012
UOIT announces new senior executives, Susan McGovern and Cheryl Foy who will serve respectively as Vice-president, External Relations, and University Secretary and General Counsel, as well as the appointment of Dr. Michael Owen, formerly Associate Provost, Research to Vice-president, Research, Innovation and International.
FedDev Ontario invests in UOIT research and industry collaborations
November 22, 2012
UOIT professor named Fellow of the Canadian Academy of Engineering
November 21, 2012
Dr. Ebrahim Esmailzadeh, professor, Faculty of Engineering and Applied Science has been named a Fellow of the Canadian Academy of Engineering.
FBIT Capstone project featured in Durham Works
November 20, 2012
A recent Capstone project by students in the Faculty of Business and Information Technology (FBIT) was recently featured in Durham Works, a publication by the Region of Durham).
UOIT makes its mark at GTA security conference
November 20, 2012
IT support for online and laptop exams
November 19, 2012
Information Technology Services is available to assist faculty with technical support for any online or laptop exam.
High school engineering showdown comes to UOIT on November 24
November 15, 2012
UOIT Materials Science graduate student wins national honour
November 15, 2012
UOIT is celebrating a national award presented to graduate student Jennie Eastcott by the Electrochemical Society’s Canadian Section.
Health Minister Deb Matthews joins UOIT and CMCC at Centre for the Study of Disability Prevention and Rehabilitation inauguration
November 14, 2012
UOIT students and alumni take part in Run to End Poverty
November 09, 2012
Nearly two dozen members of the UOIT chapter initiative of Engineers Without Borders (EWB@UOIT) hit the streets during this fall’s Scotiabank Toronto Waterfront Marathon to raise funds for EWB@UOIT’s Run to End Poverty (R2EP).
UOIT looks ahead to enhanced collaborative learning activities with Research in Motion
November 06, 2012
Students at the University of Ontario Institute of Technology (UOIT) enjoyed a sneak peek of the new Blackberry 10 CampUS mobile computing platform during a special workshop in October.
October
Campus to reopen
October 30, 2012
As of this evening, Tuesday, October 30, the broken water main impacting the water supply at the Durham College and UOIT joint campus at the north Oshawa location has been fixed and the water supply restored to campus.
Joint UOIT and Durham College campus closure update
October 30, 2012
As of late afternoon on Tuesday, October 30, the UOIT and Durham College joint campus at the north Oshawa location remains closed with all evening classes at that location cancelled for tonight.
Joint Durham College and UOIT campus closure update
October 30, 2012
As of early afternoon on Tuesday, October 30, the UOIT and Durham College joint campus at the north Oshawa location remains closed and all evening classes at that location have been cancelled for tonight.
UOIT and Durham College joint campus closed
October 30, 2012
The Durham College and UOIT joint campus at the north location will be closed on Tuesday, October 30.
Storm update – UOIT remains open
October 29, 2012
Please be advised that UOIT is monitoring the progress of the anticipated storm. The university will remain open and all operations will continue as usual.
New applications strengthen UOIT’s technology-enriched learning environment
October 29, 2012
The University of Ontario Institute of Technology’s (UOIT) ability to deliver technology-enriched learning is moving to an even higher level this fall.
UOIT’s Strategic Mandate Agreement emphasizes commitment to outcomes-based learning
October 24, 2012
In response to the Province of Ontario’s directive to the post-secondary sector to submit a Strategic Mandate Agreement (SMA) proposal, UOIT will focus on promoting student success, providing greater access through multiple pathways to degree completion, achieving efficiencies, and cultivating innovation and quality in areas of teaching and research.
Students explore opportunities at Further Education Expo
October 23, 2012
Higher education took centre stage at the Campus Recreation and Wellness Centre as the University of Ontario Institute of Technology (UOIT) played host to its first-ever Further Education Expo.
UOIT and Durham College sign new articulation agreement
October 19, 2012
UOIT researchers awarded CFI funding for materials characterization
October 16, 2012
The Canada Foundation for Innovation (CFI), through the Leaders Opportunity Fund, has awarded UOIT $49,672 towards the acquisition of an X-Ray Diffractometer to support research led by Dr. Matthew Kaye, assistant professor, Faculty of Energy Systems and Nuclear Science.
Faculty of Health Sciences assistant professor video manuscript published in JoVE
October 12, 2012
UOIT celebrates new Canada Research Chair and another chair renewal
October 12, 2012
Simcoe Street closure north of Conlin Road - October 11
October 10, 2012
The Regional Municipality of Durham has indicated that Simcoe Street will be closed Thursday, October 11 in both directions between Winchester Road and Northern Dancer Drive.
UOIT Social Science and Humanities research receives boost from federal government
October 10, 2012
UOIT Brings IT to Homecoming 2012
October 02, 2012
Homecoming 2012 events a success.
UOIT appoints Daniel Hoornweg as new research chair
October 01, 2012
The University of Ontario Institute of Technology (UOIT) is pleased to announce that Daniel Hoornweg has been named the Jeffrey S. Boyce Research Chair in Natural Gas (NG) as a Transportation Fuel.
September
Election information for undergraduate student positions on Academic Council
September 25, 2012
Voting for 2012-2014 undergraduate student positions on the UOIT Academic Council will take place through an online, confidential process from Wednesday, September 26 at 9 a.m. until Thursday, September 27 at 4 p.m.
UOIT enrolment increases tenfold in 10 years
September 25, 2012
UOIT students now eligible for TD Scholarship in Rehabilitation-Related Research for People with Disabilities
September 25, 2012
Call for nominations for honorary degrees
September 24, 2012
President McTiernan presents 2012 UOIT Awards of Excellence
September 21, 2012
As UOIT’s 10th anniversary celebrations moving into full swing, the university has renewed the annual fall tradition of recognizing outstanding achievements by faculty and staff over the past 12 months.
Campus safety alert
September 18, 2012
Call for nominations for undergraduate student positions on Academic Council
September 14, 2012
Largest incoming first-year class at UOIT takes in Orientation Week events
September 10, 2012
The 10th academic year at the University of Ontario Institute of Technology (UOIT) began on Tuesday, September 4 as first-year students participated in activities designed to ease their transition to the campus community.
UOIT launches 10th anniversary celebrations
September 04, 2012
The University of Ontario Institute of Technology (UOIT) has officially kicked off its 10th anniversary year of celebration with a special flag raising ceremony
August
Ontario Tech University researcher receives funding for clean technology solutions
August 24, 2012
Communications technology may soon go green, thanks to new funding for clean technology solutions research at Ontario Tech University. Dr. Min Dong, assistant professor, Faculty of Engineering and Applied Science, was recently awarded $140,000, over the next five years, through the Ministry of Economic Development and Innovation’s Early Researcher Awards program.
Apply now for Ontario Tuition grant
August 22, 2012
Ontario Tech University welcomes smart grid engineers to international conference
August 16, 2012
Ontario Tech University is proud to host the 2012 Institute of Electrical and Electronics Engineers (IEEE) International Conference on Smart Grid Engineering (SGE) from Monday, August 27 to Wednesday, August 29.
Leading-edge UOIT research featured in August 12 Globe and Mail article
August 15, 2012
UOIT’s ongoing research collaboration with IBM and The Hospital for Sick Children was profiled in an August 12 feature story in the Globe and Mail entitled Technology detects infections before doctors know preemies are sick.
Ontario Tech University faculty and students team up for prestigious international awards
August 14, 2012
For the second time in just four years, Ontario Tech University has been recognized on the international stage for faculty-student collaboration on a nuclear engineering research paper.
UOIT Engineering student wins his second top prize
August 13, 2012
UOIT student Mario Vasilescu presented with the first-place prize at the Canadian Undergraduate Technology Conference.
July
Bus loop expansion work until end of August
July 27, 2012
Work begins on Monday, July 30 on the expansion and upgrading of the bus loop outside the Gordon Willey building.
UOIT students awarded $185,500 from NSERC
July 16, 2012
Three graduate students at the University of Ontario Institute of Technology (UOIT) are set to receive welcome support to further their research in the areas of science and engineering, thanks to a series of new Natural Sciences and Engineering Research Council of Canada (NSERC) Graduate Scholarships. The scholarships have a combined value of $185,500.
Faculty of Health Sciences brings together health-care organizations and social service agencies for research dialogue
July 10, 2012
Health-care organizations, social service agencies and service providers across Southern Ontario are hoping they’ve laid the groundwork for a regional health research consortium after gathering for a research retreat at the University of Ontario Institute of Technology (UOIT).
UOIT president contributing author to national science report
July 05, 2012
UOIT president and vice-chancellor Tim McTiernan is one of 16 Canadian and international experts from diverse fields assembled to author a key new report on science performance and research funding for the Council of Canadian Academies.
Faculty of Health Sciences hosts graduation tea and pinning ceremony
July 04, 2012
Students of the Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BScN) and Registered Practical Nurse (RPN) to BScN programs were recently joined by family members and faculty and staff from the University of Ontario Institute of Technology (UOIT) and Durham College for the inaugural Graduation Tea and Pinning Ceremony held on campus.
June
Library staff well-‘red’ for Canada Day
June 29, 2012
The Library joins everyone at UOIT in wishing one and all a very Happy Canada Day.
FBIT students gain hands-on learning experiences in Hong Kong
June 29, 2012
Ten UOIT students in the Faculty of Business and Information Technology (FBIT) are enjoying a unique international opportunity this summer by applying the skills they have acquired from their Bachelor of Commerce or Bachelor of Information Technology programs.
UOIT reaches another 10th anniversary milestone
June 27, 2012
The University of Ontario Institute of Technology (UOIT) achieved a significant milestone today, marking the 10th anniversary of the day UOIT officially came into being on June 27, 2002, with the passage of Bill 109, Schedule O, the University of Ontario Institute of Technology Act, 2002.
UOIT provost elected CAE president
June 25, 2012
Dr. Richard Marceau, provost and vice-president, Academic, UOIT has been elected president of the Canadian Academy of Engineering (CAE) for 2012-2013. Dr. Marceau’s election was announced at the CAE’s annual general meeting in Ottawa.
UOIT computer science student on Canada’s Top 20 Under 20 list
June 22, 2012
Rameez Virji, a student in the Faculty of Science and recipient of UOIT’s Founder’s Scholarship, has been recognized as one of Canada’s Top 20 Under 20, a program designed by Youth in Motion which identifies outstanding young Canadian leaders.
UOIT recognizes donor generosity with interactive digital display
June 21, 2012
The University of Ontario Institute of Technology (UOIT) recently celebrated and recognized the generous contributions of its donors during a special unveiling, following the annual general meeting of the Board of Governors, at the north Oshawa location.
Ontario Tech University researcher part of national panel discussion on Canada’s future
June 18, 2012
Dr. Carolyn McGregor of Ontario Tech University and Canada Research Chair (CRC) in Health Informatics recently shared some of the findings of her Artemis research project during the 2012 Congress of the Humanities and Social Sciences held at Wilfrid Laurier University in Waterloo, Ontario.
Annual Chairman’s Charity Classic golf tournament raises $313,700
June 18, 2012
More than 200 golfers along with sponsors, donors and volunteers gathered at the Deer Creek Golf & Banquet Facility in Ajax on June 14 for the 16th annual Durham Region Chairman’s Charity Classic golf tournament.
Innovative technology display to showcase UOIT donors
June 14, 2012
The University of Ontario Institute of Technology (UOIT) will celebrate and recognize the generous contributions of our donors during a special unveiling on Wednesday, June 20.
General Motors of Canada Automotive Centre of Excellence marks first year of operation
June 13, 2012
One year ago today dignitaries and guests gathered to officially open the Automotive Centre of Excellence (ACE) at the University of Ontario Institute of Technology (UOIT). Today, this state-of-the-art facility is attracting attention from manufacturers of all descriptions, start-up companies and prospective clients from around the world.
Eighth annual commencement celebrated by UOIT’s Management Development Centre
June 13, 2012
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 24 new graduates with their Master’s Certificate in Municipal Management.
UOIT Engineering professors achieve national recognition
June 12, 2012
The Canadian Society of Mechanical Engineers (CSME) recently presented two Faculty of Engineering and Applied Science (FEAS) professors with the Society’s highest levels of recognition.
UOIT, Durham College and Georgian College to partner on Nursing student evaluation study
June 12, 2012
UOIT achieves more milestones with 2012 convocation
June 05, 2012
The University of Ontario Institute of Technology (UOIT) will celebrate with its largest graduating class on Friday, June 8, when it confers approximately 1,600 undergraduate and graduate degrees during its convocation ceremonies.
ACE laboratory named in honour of Uxbridge automotive entrepreneur
June 04, 2012
In honour of his passion for cars and to recognize the generosity of the Williamson family, the University of Ontario Institute of Technology has proudly revealed the Alex Williamson Laboratory located in the Automotive Centre of Excellence’s (ACE) integrated research and training facility.
May
UOIT automotive engineer awarded research funding
May 30, 2012
Dr. Moustafa El-Gindy, associate professor, Faculty of Engineering and Applied Science (FEAS) is leading a team of researchers in a project valued at $515,770 over two years to develop new protection devices for side crashes involving passenger vehicles and large trucks.
UOIT researchers awarded more than $1.1 million from NSERC
May 25, 2012
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 and Research and Tools and Instruments Grants, which have a combined total of more than $1.1 million over the next five years.
UOIT a founding partner of the Inclusive Design Institute
May 24, 2012
The University of Ontario Institute of Technology (UOIT) is pleased to join eight post-secondary partners and more than 100 multi-sector collaborators in the founding of the Inclusive Design Institute (IDI) launched at OCAD U in Toronto, Ontario.
UOIT and Durham College to hold lockdown drill on campus
May 22, 2012
As part of its commitment to campus safety, Durham College and UOIT will hold an emergency lockdown drill at their joint campus on Wednesday, May 23 at 9:45 a.m. All buildings west of Simcoe Street North and south of Conlin Road will be affected.
Ontario Tech University celebrates two NSERC Chair programs
May 18, 2012
Thanks to ongoing research partnerships with the Natural Sciences and Engineering Research Council of Canada (NSERC), Ontario Power Generation (OPG) and the University Network of Excellence in Nuclear Engineering (UNENE), Ontario Tech University is proudly celebrating two of its NSERC Chair programs.
UOIT students invited, once again, to present at OCE Discovery 2012
May 18, 2012
For the third consecutive year, a student team from the University of Ontario Institute of Technology (UOIT) was one of only five teams invited from a field of 20 to present at the prestigious Ontario Centres of Excellence (OCE) Discovery Connections Competition.
2012 Research Excellence Awards call for nominations
May 15, 2012
The Office of the Associate Provost Research is proud to announce the call for nominations for the 2012 Research Excellence Awards (REA) for outstanding achievement in research by the university’s core faculty.
Nominations now open for the Staff Awards of Excellence
May 15, 2012
The purpose of the Staff Award of Excellence program is to recognize one professional/manager staff member and one administrative/technical staff member who consistently make outstanding contributions to their roles and demonstrate excellence in UOIT's core competencies.
UOIT student featured in COU’s Research Matters campaign
May 15, 2012
The University of Ontario Institute of Technology (UOIT) has partnered with 20 Ontario universities on Research Matters, a new provincewide campaign designed to get researchers off their campuses into communities to talk about the ideas, issues and stories emerging from their research that affect everyday life in countless ways.
Antibiotic resistance headlines annual Purdue Pharma Canada Distinguished Lecture
May 11, 2012
A comprehensive examination of current issues in the often misunderstood realm of resistance to antibiotics formed the basis of a fascinating discussion during the 2012 Purdue Pharma Canada Distinguished Lecture at the University of Ontario Institute of Technology (UOIT).
UOIT computer science student named finalist for prestigious Google scholarship
May 11, 2012
Congratulations to Brittany Kondo, a fourth year Faculty of Science student selected as a finalist for the Google Anita Borg Memorial Scholarship.
The AYJGlobal English for Academic Purposes program
May 11, 2012
UOIT is pleased to announce that it has established a partnership with the English for Academic Purposes (EAP) training company, AYJGlobal, to provide opportunities for students in Asia to study English in preparation for entrance into undergraduate programs at UOIT. Some of the teachers at the EAP schools will be graduates of UOIT’s Bachelor of Education program.
Dean of Health Sciences announced at UOIT
May 09, 2012
The University of Ontario Institute of Technology (UOIT) proudly announces the appointment of Dr. Ellen Vogel as dean, Faculty of Health Sciences, effective July 1, 2012. Dr. Vogel, an associate professor, has served as interim dean since July 1, 2011.
UOIT hosts energy-efficient vehicle convoy
May 08, 2012
AJAC members are driving 23 new vehicles across Southern Ontario to showcase the latest in advanced automotive technologies. The three-day journey billed as EcoRun began in Brighton, Ontario, and made the University of Ontario Institute of Technology (UOIT) one of its first stops to give those in Oshawa and across Durham Region a close-up of the energy-efficient car options now available.
Dr. Barb Perry discusses hate crime with the National Post and Sun News
May 08, 2012
May 08, 2012 Dr. Barbara Perry, professor, Criminology, at the University of Ontario Institute of Technology (UOIT) was recently interviewed by the National Post regarding hate crime. Statistics Canada has reported the number of hate crimes reported dropped in 2010.
Earth Day Oshawa Creek walk guided by UOIT professor
May 04, 2012
Nature lovers in Oshawa spent a cloudy Earth Day 2012 taking an informative guided walk along Oshawa Creek.
UOIT Communication students present at pop culture conference in Boston
May 02, 2012
Five talented fourth-year Communications students presented their papers to an audience attending from across Canada and the United States. This marked the first time UOIT has sent a panel of students to the conference.
UOIT invites aspiring young scientists to Science Rendezvous May 12
May 01, 2012
A free day of scientific fun and adventure for families is on tap Saturday, May 12 at the University of Ontario Institute of Technology (UOIT) as the popular Science Rendezvous returns to campus.
UOIT and Durham College collaborative nursing professors recognized by two leading Ontario nursing organizations
May 01, 2012
Durham College and UOIT collaborative nursing professors recognized by two leading Ontario nursing organizations
April
Students of Durham Region look to re-think energy in a smart way
April 30, 2012
Oshawa PUC Networks Inc. (OPUCN) and the University of Ontario Institute of Technology (UOIT) are pleased to partner and launch the first-annual Sustainable Future: Smart Energy Consumption and Generation within Local Communities student competition.
FBIT-led research featured in Computerworld
April 28, 2012
Recent research achievements led by Dr. Carolyn McGregor, professor and associate dean of Research, Faculty of Business and Information Technology (cross-appointed with the Faculty of Health Sciences) are featured in the April 2012 issue of Computerworld.com’s (IT Health Care section).
UOIT announces new Faculty of Education dean
April 26, 2012
The University of Ontario Institute of Technology (UOIT) proudly announces the appointment of Dr. Suzanne de Castell as dean, Faculty of Education, effective September 1, 2012.
UOIT presents Lenovo Lecture Theatre
April 24, 2012
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.
GameCon 2012 presents to an animated crowd
April 23, 2012
Gamers united at the University of Ontario Institute of Technology’s (UOIT) GameCon 2012, presented by the Faculty of Business and Information Technology (FBIT).
Campus Health Centre hosts Hepatitis C information session
April 23, 2012
To promote awareness and provide students with the facts they need, the Campus Health Centre hosted a Hepatitis C information session with Nursing students and professors from UOIT, Ryerson University in Toronto and Fleming College in Peterborough.
UOIT runs for the Boys and Girls Club of Durham
April 23, 2012
Dozens of hearty souls laced up their shoes for a good cause as employees and students of UOIT, Durham College and Oshawa’s G.L. Roberts Collegiate and Vocational Institute participated in the sixth annual Campus Charity Walk and Run for the Boys and Girls Club of Durham.
Nuclear power and wireless communications highlight presentations by UOIT Research Excellence Award winners
April 20, 2012
Oshawa’s Robert McLaughlin Art Gallery played host to community presentations by Ontario Tech University's most recent Research Excellence Award winners.
UOIT partners in groundbreaking $210 million research collaboration
April 13, 2012
2012-2013 student representatives named to UOIT Board of Governors
April 09, 2012
Online voting was held from April 4 to 5, 2012 for undergraduate and graduate student positions on the UOIT Board of Governors.
50th anniversary of nuclear power in Canada observed at Ontario Tech University
April 09, 2012
The Canadian Nuclear Society’s branch at Ontario Tech University recently marked the half-century anniversary of nuclear power in Canada by holding a special event with Ontario Tech University's Faculty of Energy Systems and Nuclear Science (FESNS).
The Faculty of Social Science and Humanities recently published highlights of its faculty's achievements.
April 03, 2012
The Faculty of Social Science and Humanities recently published highlights of its faculty's achievements. The document includes a few of the grants, publications, presentations, awards and appointments accomplished this past year.
UOIT Medical Laboratory Science program highlighted in The Toronto Star
April 03, 2012
UOIT students present their Capstone projects to industry professionals
April 03, 2012
Regent Theatre repairs complete
April 02, 2012
Ceiling repairs at the University of Ontario Institute of Technology’s (UOIT) Regent Theatre are now complete. The theatre will resume operation on Wednesday, April 4.
Ontario Tech University Nuclear Engineer Receives International Honour
April 02, 2012
Ontario Tech University proudly announces that Dr. Igor Pioro, professor and director of the Graduate Program, Faculty of Energy Systems and Nuclear Science has been inducted by the American Society of Mechanical Engineers (ASME) as a Fellow.
2012-2013 elections for student representatives on UOIT’s Board of Governors
April 01, 2012
March
UOIT Mechanical Engineering and Management student shares top prize at national competition
March 30, 2012
UOIT fifth-year Bachelor of Engineering and Management student Mario Vasilescu has capped off his undergraduate work by sharing first place at Focus 2040.
CBC Television’s Rick Mercer Report has a (winter) blast at ACE
March 28, 2012
Famous for his political satire and visits to special places across Canada, CBC Television’s Rick Mercer went for a wild ride as he brought his road show to UOIT for an episode of the Rick Mercer Report
Nominations being accepted for student representatives UOIT’s Board of Governors
March 26, 2012
Nominations are now being accepted for student representatives on the UOIT Board of Governors.
Nominations being accepted for student representatives on Academic Council
March 26, 2012
Nominations are now being accepted for student representatives on the several standing committees of UOIT’s Academic Council.
UOIT helps Girl Guides earn science badge
March 22, 2012
Students in the Bachelor of Education program at the University of Ontario Institute of Technology (UOIT) put their skills to the test while helping local Girl Guides earn their science badges on March 3.
UOIT students connect with local organization to make exercise fun
March 22, 2012
Students in the Bachelor of Education program at the University of Ontario Institute of Technology (UOIT) hit the ice hard at the Oshawa Curling Club to promote an active lifestyle.
Networking with FBIT’s Human Resources Association
March 20, 2012
The Faculty of Business and Information Technology’s (FBIT) Human Resources Association is celebrating the success of the student club’s first-ever Networking Night.
Local Montessori students learn FBIT student has game
March 19, 2012
The Faculty of Business and Information Technology (FBIT) is saluting Joel Lavigne, a fourth-year Gaming student who recently visited Whitby Montessori School to speak to students about FBIT’s exciting Gaming program.
Rick Mercer Report’s visit to UOIT to air on CBC March 27
March 16, 2012
CBC Television political satirist and comedian Rick Mercer and his crew recently had a (winter) blast at the Automotive Centre of Excellence (ACE) to shoot a segment for an upcoming episode of the Rick Mercer Report.
UOIT celebrates first Tier 1 Canada Research Chair renewal
March 13, 2012
Federal funding supports upports Ontario Tech University Engineering and Science research
March 13, 2012
Four researchers at Ontario Tech University were awarded nearly $280,000 from the Canada Foundation for Innovation (CFI) to engage in leading-edge research and training of undergraduate and graduate students.
FSSH Winter 2012 newletter
March 13, 2012
The FSSH Winter 2012 is now available online. In this issue you will find details about Orientation 2011,UOIT' and Resolution Research's MOU signing, Dr. Thomas McMorrow, UOIT's Aboriginal Resource Centre from a student perspective, putting theory into practice, UOIT’s ocntribution to Revitalizing Downtown Oshawa: A Study and faculty news.
Apply now for 30% Off Ontario Tuition grant. Deadline is March 31!
March 10, 2012
You could be eligible for an $800 grant this term. Join your friends and apply for the new grant worth up to 30 per cent of average undergraduate university tuition.
UOIT students create waste management online game for Region of Durham website
March 09, 2012
The Regional Municipality of Durham has launched a new online game on its Waste Management Services website that was developed in partnership with UOIT students in Faculty of Business and Information Technology (FBIT).
Women’s hockey captain Jill Morillo wins UOIT’s first-ever CIS major award
March 08, 2012
Jill Morillo, a forward and captain of the Ridgebacks women’s hockey team has been named winner of the CIS Marion Hilliard Award, which celebrates excellence in athletics, academics and community involvement.
Simcoe Street construction during spring and summer
March 07, 2012
The Regional Municipality of Durham will be reconstructing a one-kilometre section of Simcoe Street (between Conlin Road and Eastwood Avenue) beginning with equipment positioning the week of March 12.
February
Extreme weather indoors at UOIT drives media to Automotive Centre of Excellence
February 28, 2012
The unique aspects of the SKY 3D/National Geographic documentary work showcased ACE’s capability to deliver made-to-order extreme weather. Given that the weather inside ACE was far worse that the conditions of an actual snowstorm crossing the Greater Toronto Area on media invitation day, journalists were quick to pick up on the contrast that the weather was worse… indoors.
Job Fair connects students with employers
February 27, 2012
It’s a task more daunting for students than a final exam – finding a job. It can be an equally difficult task for employers – finding job-ready graduates who have the skills required to excel in the 21st century workplace.
Three Ontario Tech Engineers Recognized with Prestigious National Honour
February 27, 2012
Ontario Tech University is proud to announce three of its faculty members have been inducted by the Engineering Institute of Canada’s (EIC) as Fellows. The EIC, Canada’s first and oldest engineering society inducted Dr. Hossam Kishawy (Faculty of Engineering and Applied Science (FEAS)), Dr. Daniel Meneley (Faculty of Energy Systems and Nuclear Science (FESNS)) and Dr. Dan Zhang (FEAS) as EIC Fellows at the Institute’s 2012 annual awards banquet in Ottawa.
Women’s hockey captain Jill Morillo earns two major awards
February 27, 2012
The UOIT Ridgebacks women’s hockey program is celebrating the achievements of captain Jill Morillo after Ontario University Athletics (OUA) announced this year’s women’s hockey all-stars and major award winner recipients.
UOIT creates the perfect storm for international television audience
February 24, 2012
Cameras are rolling inside the Automotive Centre of Excellence (ACE) at the University of Ontario Institute of Technology (UOIT) as a production crew from the United Kingdom, channel SKY 3D, films part of a groundbreaking documentary on severe weather.
Learning re-invented at UOIT as university showcases innovation
February 23, 2012
Dr. Carla Cesaroni, Faculty of Social Science and Humanities, was recently highlighted in an article on durhamregion.com.
UOIT campus renews Oshawa's downtown
February 23, 2012
UOIT wins $30,000 prize in Adidas Student Style Battle
February 21, 2012
For the second consecutive year, UOIT students have clicked their way to a national championship in an online contest organized by sporting goods company Adidas.
Leading-edge Ontario Tech University research profiled on Innovation.ca
February 17, 2012
The Canadian Foundation for Innovation (CFI) has posted a profile of the Artemis research project on its Innovation.ca website.
Student Association members elect 2012-2013 directors and officers
February 17, 2012
Your Student Association officials have announced the winners of the 2012-2013 student government elections.
UOIT invites local leaders back to class
February 17, 2012
from local MP and MPP offices, Industry Canada, the Council of Ontario Universities and UOIT faculty members and administrators back to class on February 15 to showcase the innovation in teaching and learning that is happening at the university.
Student Experience Centre holds second-annual Off-Campus Living Fair
February 10, 2012
UOIT’s Student Experience Centre (SEC) recently hosted its second annual Off-Campus Living Fair – a one-day, one-stop networking event designed to connect students with all of the resources they need to succeed while living off-campus next year and potentially beyond.
Student Association election campaign now underway
February 08, 2012
The Student Association (SA) election campaign period will be held from February 6 to Wednesday, February 15. This year 23 candidates have declared their intention to run. A number of polling stations are available at both campus locations as well as online.
Learn more about the 30 per cent tuition grant February 8
February 06, 2012
Aanii! UOIT’s Aboriginal Resource Centre officially opens
February 03, 2012
UOIT and CMCC create new professional pathway for qualified students
February 02, 2012
FBIT professor featured in Oshawa This Week article
February 01, 2012
Dr. Kamal Smimou, associate professor, FBIT was recently interviewed by Oshawa This Week reporter Keith Gilligan to discuss anticipated economic trends in 2012.
January
UOIT Accounting students make their mark at distinguished Windsor competition
January 31, 2012
30 per cent off Ontario tuition grant announcement
January 26, 2012
The University of Ontario Institute of Technology (UOIT) and Durham College played host to the Honourable Glen Murray, Minister of Training, Colleges and Universities and local Ajax-Pickering MPP, Joe Dickson during an event to promote the recently announced Ontario Tuition grant.
UOIT and Lakeridge Health explore ways to improve health-care delivery
January 24, 2012
The latest health care innovations are a daily item on the news; but without collaboration, innovative health care practices would not be possible. Recognizing the importance of building collaboration amongst healthcare professionals, the University of Ontario Institute of Technology (UOIT) and Lakeridge Health partnered to present renowned lecturer Dr. John H.V. Gilbert to Durham Region and discuss how shared roles and responsibilities can improve patient-centered care.
UOIT women’s hockey team plays in historic outdoor game in Hamilton
January 24, 2012
Members of the UOIT Ridgebacks women’s hockey team enjoyed the privilege of playing in the first-ever Ontario University Athletics (OUA) Outdoor Classic on January 19 at Hamilton’s Ivor Wynne Stadium. The special event marked the first time in nearly a century that a Canadian university hockey regular season game had been played outdoors.
Regent Theatre closed while ceiling is repaired
January 23, 2012
OSHAWA, ON. – The historic Regent Theatre at the University of Ontario Institute of Technology (UOIT) will be closed for approximately four to six weeks while the ceiling is repaired.
UOIT hosts aspiring young scientists at provincewide robotics championships
January 23, 2012
FBIT assistant professor receives GRAND award
January 19, 2012
Assistant professor, Dr. Lennart Nacke, has achieved a Networks Centres of Excellence (NCE) award in the amount of $5,000 from Vancouver, B.C.-based Graphics, Animation and New Media (GRAND).
More high school students choose UOIT first
January 17, 2012
More high school students than ever before are choosing the University of Ontario Institute of Technology (UOIT) as their first choice to pursue their university education.
Game Development and Entrepreneurship program featured by Click Magazine
January 12, 2012
FBIT faculty member Dr. Bill Kapralos feature interview in Click Magazine
Great young minds coming to Oshawa as UOIT hosts the FIRST ® LEGO® League provincial robotics championships
January 11, 2012
Learn about the new Ontario Tuition grant
January 09, 2012
The online application is now open for students to apply for the Ontario Tuition grant - a new program to help make education more accessible and affordable for Ontario’s families.
