News archives
August
UOIT astrophysicist stars at Brazil science conference
August 28, 2015
For years Dr. Rupinder Brar has wowed Physics and Astronomy students as a senior lecturer in the Faculty of Science at the University of Ontario Institute of Technology (UOIT). In 2010, from a field of nearly 700 entrants, Dr. Brar won TVO’s Big Ideas Best Lecturer competition. Now he is getting a chance to impress young minds on the international stage.
Entrepreneur and former Dragons’ Den judge to speak at UOIT October 3
August 27, 2015
Bruce Croxon, former judge on CBC’s Dragons’ Den and co-founder of the online dating service Lavalife, will share his thoughts on innovation and entrepreneurship on Saturday, October 3. The University of Ontario Institute of Technology (UOIT) invites community members to join alumni, faculty, staff and students for this free event, which is part of the university’s Homecoming 2015 celebration.
Olympic gold medalist Natalie Spooner joins UOIT coaching staff in mentorship role
August 27, 2015
The University of Ontario Institute of Technology’s (UOIT) women's hockey program hopes Natalie Spooner joining their coaching staff will help take the program to the next level.
Don't just fear the data hacker: Fear the data broker
August 21, 2015
Nearly 70 years after George Orwell introduced the concept ‘Big Brother is Watching You’ in the novel Nineteen Eighty-Four, the phrase remains synonymous with the idea of privacy invasion and government surveillance
UOIT Marketing expert advises online mattress retailer on how to expand its business
August 20, 2015
How do you convince more consumers to buy a mattress online when they’re used to shopping for them in-store? University of Ontario Institute of Technology (UOIT) Marketing researcher Dr. Salma Karray recently provided her insight on this topic in a Globe and Mail article.
UOIT researcher partners with Durham Regional Police Service to train officers on interviewing techniques
August 20, 2015
Police interviews play a crucial role in criminal investigations. The information gathered from suspects, victims and witnesses can help solve a case. However, not all police officers receive enough training in this area, and those that are may find the methods they’ve learned are not helpful in all cases.
UOIT and Durham College athletes send soccer cleats to Uganda
August 18, 2015
Several University of Ontario Institute of Technology (UOIT) and Durham College (DC) varsity athletes recently took a break from their regular training activities to collect soccer shoes for youth in northern Uganda.
UOIT researcher exploring the connection between math and biology
August 18, 2015
Like the loon, polar bear, beaver and the schooner Bluenose, the caribou is an enduring symbol on Canadian coins. Woodland caribou are endangered species, even though they are still found in the northern sections of most provinces.
UOIT mourns the passing of Harold Ashkewe (1951-2015)
August 18, 2015
The University of Ontario Institute of Technology (UOIT) is deeply saddened to learn of the passing of Elder Harold Ashkewe of the Mississaugas of Scugog Island First Nation.
North Oshawa Library hours: August 18 to September 13
August 14, 2015
Tuesday, August 18 to Sunday, September 6:
Two study locations in Library temporarily unavailable to accommodate 2015-2016 laptop distribution
August 14, 2015
Due to laptop distribution for the 2015-2016 academic year, effective Thursday, August 20 the fourth-floor Silent Study Room and the basement Library Den at the north Oshawa location Library will be temporarily unavailable as student study spaces. Regular student access to these rooms will resume Friday, October 2.
UOIT to host international smart energy grid experts
August 13, 2015
UOIT to host international smart energy grid experts
UOIT Science researcher encourages students to embrace summer ‘Hack Week’
August 10, 2015
The evolving world of computer technology is a high-pressure environment. While there is plenty of room for creative thinking in such an intense atmosphere, a growing number of high-tech companies believe employees should take a short break from the daily routine.
UOIT students work behind the scenes on Pan Am Games IT infrastructure
August 07, 2015
Thirty-nine Networking and Information Technology (IT) students and three faculty members at the University of Ontario Institute of Technology (UOIT) played a big role behind the scenes leading up to the Games, partnering with Cisco Systems Inc. to help design, deploy and maintain the IT infrastructure running the Games.
UOIT researcher Dr. Pierre Côté proposes new approach to common traffic injury management
August 05, 2015
OSHAWA, ONTARIO – A province with transportation needs and demands that continue to grow. Perpetual traffic jams in major urban centres. Just another day for many of Ontario’s nearly 10 million licensed drivers.
