News archives
April
Students showcase thesis studies at sixth-annual Forensic Science Research Day
April 30, 2014
Hosted by the Faculty of Science (FSci), the sixth-annual Forensic Science Research Day allowed fourth-year students to take to the stage on April 25 and display their research thesis projects to a theatre full of their peers, faculty, family and friends.
Golden anniversary of Northern Dancer’s win at Kentucky Derby
April 30, 2014
The University of Ontario Institute of Technology (UOIT) is proud to join the Oshawa community and Canada’s thoroughbred horse racing industry in acknowledging the 50th anniversary of Northern Dancer’s historic victory in the Kentucky Derby at Churchill Downs in Louisville on May 2, 1964.
UOIT Graduate Studies holds second-annual Three Minute Thesis Competition
April 25, 2014
Graduate students at the University of Ontario Institute of Technology (UOIT) were challenged to highlight their research during the university’s second-annual Three Minute Thesis competition (3MT®), hosted by the Office of Graduate Studies.
UOIT to store aluminum gates of Windfields Farm
April 25, 2014
To accommodate the future widening of Simcoe Street North between Conlin Road and Winchester Road, the University of Ontario Institute of Technology (UOIT) will be removing the aluminum gates and white fence at the entrance of the former Windfields Farm on Friday, April 25.
Canadian Manufacturers and Exporters makes generous donation to UOIT in memory of Jim Flaherty
April 25, 2014
The University of Ontario Institute of Technology (UOIT) graciously accepts the creation of a new bursary from Canadian Manufacturers & Exporters (CME) in memory of the Honourable Jim Flaherty, who passed away on April 10.
UOIT/DC Collaborative Nursing faculty member wins prestigious educational award
April 25, 2014
OSHAWA, ONTARIO – The University of Ontario Institute of Technology (UOIT) and Durham College (DC) are pleased to announce Leslie Graham, a faculty member in the Collaborative Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BScN) Honours program, has been recognized with the 2014 Award for Excellence in Collaborative Education by the Council of Ontario University Programs in Nursing (COUPN).
UOIT appoints Professor Deborah Saucier to its top academic position
April 24, 2014
The University of Ontario Institute of Technology (UOIT) has announced the appointment of Professor Deborah Saucier as its Provost and Vice-President, Academic.
UOIT Professor recognized with senior fellowship
April 24, 2014
Dr. Kamiel Gabriel, Professor in the University of Ontario Institute of Technology’s (UOIT) Faculty of Engineering and Applied Science (FEAS) was unanimously elected as a Senior Fellow in the Institute of Science, Society and Policy (ISSP) in Ottawa last month.
Campus traffic alert – realignment and widening of Conlin Road West
April 22, 2014
From April 2014 to August 2015, the City of Oshawa will be realigning and widening Conlin Road West, between Founders Drive and a point 250 metres west of Stevenson Road North.
FEAS 2014 Capstone Competition a success
April 22, 2014
Students, faculty, family and friends filled the halls at the University of Ontario Institute of Technology (UOIT) on Friday, April 11 to show their support for fourth-year Faculty of Engineering and Applied Science (FEAS) students who had their final projects on display during the 2014 Capstone Design Competition.
FSSH holds inaugural Undergrad Thesis Showcase
April 22, 2014
The Faculty of Social Science and Humanities (FSSH) recently held their inaugural Undergrad Thesis Showcase, bringing together a group of students to showcase the innovative research they've conducted.
UOIT instructor appointed Senior Trainer, Mental Health First Aid Canada
April 21, 2014
Jennifer Laffier, Senior Instructor, Faculty of Education (FEd), was recently appointed Senior Trainer with the Mental Health Commission of Canada.
Durham Regional Science Fair at UOIT a success
April 21, 2014
Durham Region's best and brightest young minds came together at the University of Ontario Institute of Technology (UOIT) on Saturday, April 5 to take part in the 2014 Durham Regional Science Fair (DRSF).
UOIT hosts March Break digital literacy camp
April 21, 2014
Nine local elementary students were introduced to the University of Ontario Institute of Technology’s (UOIT) high-tech learning environment during a four-day educational camp recently hosted by the Faculty of Education (FEd) over their March Break.
UOIT’s Ask a Librarian staff recognized for service excellence
April 16, 2014
The University of Ontario Institute of Technology’s (UOIT) Ask a Librarian service received the Small but Mighty award at the recent Ontario Library Conference in Toronto, Ontario.
UOIT hosts annual Walk and Run for Boys and Girls Club of Durham
April 15, 2014
University of Ontario Institute of Technology (UOIT) and Durham College (DC) students, staff, faculty, and community members traded in their winter boots for sneakers on April 9 for the seventh-annual Campus Charity Walk and Run for the Boys and Girls Club of Durham (BGCD). More than $2,200 was raised, with all proceeds from the event going to children enrolled in the BGCD.
Collaborative Nursing students honoured with prestigious awards
April 14, 2014
Four students in Nursing programs offered collaboratively by the University of Ontario Institute of Technology (UOIT) and Durham College (DC) have received prestigious scholarships from the Registered Nurses Foundation of Ontario (RNFOO). The awards recognize the students’ academic achievements and positive contributions to the nursing field.
Heartbleed update: UOIT researchers analyze why consumers use weak passwords
April 14, 2014
Heartbleed update: UOIT researchers analyze why consumers use weak passwords
UOIT mourns the sudden passing of Jim Flaherty
April 10, 2014
The University of Ontario Institute of Technology (UOIT) is deeply saddened to learn of the sudden passing of the Honourable Jim Flaherty, former Federal Finance Minister, and the Member of Parliament for Whitby-Oshawa.
UOIT hosts 2014 Popsicle Stick Bridge Building Competition
April 08, 2014
The University of Ontario Institute of Technology (UOIT) helped bridge the gap between tasty treats and engineering recently, when the Faculty of Engineering and Applied Science played host to the ninth-annual Popsicle Stick Bridge Building contest.
UOIT Game Development and Entrepreneurship students win $25,000
April 08, 2014
Game Development and Entrepreneurship students at the University of Ontario Institute of Technology (UOIT) put their skills to the test and $25,000 in their pocket after taking home the top spot during the 2014 Great Canadian Appathon by XMG Studio. This year's competition was hosted by UOIT's Game Development Society from January 17 to 19.
UOIT Software Engineering graduate receives prestigious Carnegie Mellon scholarship
April 08, 2014
UOIT Software Engineering graduate receives prestigious Carnegie-Mellon scholarship
UOIT’s Forensic Science program gains prestigious international accreditation
April 07, 2014
UOIT’s Forensic Science program gains prestigious international accreditation
UOIT thanks its volunteers during National Volunteer Week
April 07, 2014
University of Ontario Institute of Technology (UOIT) volunteers demonstrate that adage through their commitment to students and to the institution, and their efforts help UOIT achieve excellence in education.
SMART Board technology is now at Campus Library
April 04, 2014
SMART Board technology is now at Campus Library
UOIT Computing Science student finding success at hackathons
April 04, 2014
When Matthew Clark arrived at the University of Ontario Institute of Technology (UOIT) in September 2010, he knew he had a passion for science and computing technology. At the time, he had no idea how far that passion would take him.
