News archives
November
National Day of Remembrance and Action on Violence Against Women
November 28, 2014
In 1991, December 6 was declared by Canada’s Parliament as the National Day of Remembrance and Action on Violence Against Women. The declaration came two years after the murder of 14 women at L’École Polytechnique in Montreal, Quebec. This year marks the 25th anniversary of that horrific event.
Online public access catalogue unavailable tonight
November 28, 2014
The Campus Library’s online public access catalogue will be unavailable starting 11 p.m. on Friday, November 28 through to 2 a.m. on Saturday November 29, due to scheduled Sirsi hardware maintenance.
24/7 study space in Science Building during exam period
November 26, 2014
UOIT is providing 24-hour access to the Science Building (UA) from Friday, December 5 to Tuesday December 16 (inclusive) for student use to study.
UOIT Ridgebacks women’s soccer coach profiled in Oshawa This Week
November 25, 2014
Oshawa This Week recently ran an article featuring the success of the University of Ontario Institute of Technology (UOIT) Ridgebacks women’s soccer team, and the role head coach Peyvand Mossavat played in UOIT’s historic 2014 season.
Secure-and-hold drill scheduled for November 26
November 25, 2014
A secure-and-hold drill will be held at the joint UOIT/DC campus location in north Oshawa on Wednesday, November 26 at 9:45 a.m. All buildings west of Simcoe Street North and south of Conlin Road will be affected.
Get involved with the campus Holiday Food Drive
November 21, 2014
Get involved with the annual campus Holiday Food Drive and bring some joy to those in need for the holiday season.
UOIT research team contributes to New York Times story on password security
November 21, 2014
Pulitzer-prize winning journalist and New York Times reporter Ian Urbina has turned to a University of Ontario Institute of Technology research group to help him unlock some of the mystery behind The Secret Life of Passwords (New York Times Magazine, November 19, 2014).
UOIT unveils IEEE McNaughton Learning Resource Centre
November 21, 2014
The Institute of Electrical and Electronics Engineers (IEEE) Student Branch at the University of Ontario Institute of Technology (UOIT) recently celebrated the opening of the IEEE McNaughton Learning Resource Centre, which will provide UOIT Engineering students with a space to work together on academic and community-focused projects.
FEd hosts workshops for teacher candidates
November 21, 2014
On Friday, November 21, the Faculty of Education (FEd) is hosting workshops for teacher candidates on the topics of Bansho teaching strategy and educational coding.
Return all overdue books: You may not get your marks!
November 20, 2014
This is a reminder that the University of Ontario Institute of Technology (UOIT) will not release your fall-term grades if you have any overdue library books or unpaid library fines. All overdue books must be returned or renewed, and all library fines paid by Friday, December 19 or your grades will not be released.
North Oshawa Library offers extended hours during exam period
November 19, 2014
The North Oshawa Library is offering extended weekend hours of operation during the December examination period to help students prepare.
UOIT is open with regular operations
November 19, 2014
UOIT is open with regular operations
UOIT researchers help support the transition to paperless health information system at Ontario Shores
November 19, 2014
The University of Ontario Institute of Technology (UOIT) proudly salutes the Ontario Shores Centre for Mental Health Sciences (Ontario Shores) in Whitby, Ontario for becoming the first hospital in Canada and the first mental health facility in the world with a fully electronic health information system.
MDC and Leading Edge Group recognize first international Lean program grads
November 19, 2014
The University of Ontario Institute of Technology’s (UOIT) Management Development Centre (MDC) is proud to announce its new collaboration with Leading Edge Group (LEG) has produced the MDC’s first cohort of international certifications from the Lean Black Belt program.
FSSH researcher appears in film about alcohol retail and distribution in Ontario
November 17, 2014
Dr. Gary Genosko, Professor, Faculty of Social Science and Humanities (FSSH), University of Ontario Institute of Technology (UOIT), recently provided expert commentary in a documentary entitled Straight Up: The issue of alcohol in Ontario.
UOIT researchers: KI pills not the only consideration for nuclear radiation protection
November 14, 2014
Two University of Ontario Institute of Technology (UOIT) researchers in the Faculty of Energy Systems and Nuclear Science are concerned there may be public misconception about potassium iodide (KI) pills.
UOIT thanks donors for investing in students
November 13, 2014
In celebration of National Philanthropy Day on Saturday, November 15, the University of Ontario Institute of Technology (UOIT) thanks its donors for their generous contributions, which have created opportunities for more than 20,000 students and alumni combined.
Environmental Commissioner of Ontario to visit UOIT and DC
November 07, 2014
On Tuesday, November 18, Gord Miller, Environmental Commissioner of Ontario (ECO), will visit the University of Ontario Institute of Technology (UOIT) and Durham College (DC) joint campus to deliver a keynote about his newly released annual report, Managing New Challenges (2013/14). His speech will be followed by a Q&A session.
FHS students present research at conference on adapted physical activity
November 07, 2014
Students from the University of Ontario Institute of Technology’s (UOIT) Faculty of Health Sciences recently had a chance to present their research at the top international research-related conference focused on physical activity for people with disabilities.
UOIT presents awards for faculty and staff excellence
November 06, 2014
The University of Ontario Institute of Technology (UOIT) campus community celebrated the outstanding achievements of faculty and staff throughout 2014 in a special ceremony November 4 at the Regent Theatre. The annual Awards of Excellence recognition event honours individual commitment as well as team contribution.
Campus Library no longer subscribing to RefWorks as of May 2015
November 06, 2014
As of Friday, May 1, 2015, the Campus Library will no longer subscribe to RefWorks. If you have a RefWorks account, you will need to migrate your citations to another tool, such as Zotero, Mendeley or EndNote.
FSSH student investigates cost-effectiveness of drug treatment courts
November 05, 2014
Fourth-year University of Ontario Institute of Technology (UOIT) Criminology and Justice student Julia Bakker has helped make a case for drug treatment courts (DTCs) as a cost-effective alternative to traditional court practices.
Campus Library battery recycling a continued success
November 05, 2014
More than 18 kilograms (40 pounds) of household batteries were collected in the library’s recycling pilot project over the 2014 summer semester. Due to the success of the program, the Campus Library plans to continue collecting batteries for the coming year.
