News archives
November
How collectible toys offer food for thought on consumerism
November 30, 2015
Most are about the size of a potato chip. Some are even smaller. But to millions of youngsters around the world, they are a very big deal. They are the toy craze of 2015, with many parents finding Shopkins at the top of their children’s wish list this holiday season.
Finding the way forward on climate change
November 27, 2015
It has been nearly two decades since the international community came together with a formal plan to reduce greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions and put a stop to global warming.
UOIT joins the global Giving Tuesday movement
November 27, 2015
On Tuesday, December 1, the University of Ontario Institute of Technology (UOIT) will join Giving Tuesday, a global day of giving that harnesses the collective power of individuals, communities and organizations to encourage philanthropy and to celebrate generosity.
NASCAR on TSN produces new video segments at UOIT’s ACE
November 27, 2015
Sports broadcaster TSN teamed up with the ACE Climatic Wind Tunnel at the University of Ontario Institute of Technology (UOIT) in October and November to a produce a series of short video segments detailing the importance of vehicle aerodynamics, suspension and having quality tires, both on and off the auto racing track.
Star power: Reflecting telescope installed at university
November 27, 2015
Looking across the open space of the tranquil Polonsky Commons you can see one of the University of Ontario Institute of Technology’s new windows to the rest of the world and the universe. On the top of the four-storey Campus Library at the university’s north Oshawa location sits a small white dome—a new observatory that houses a reflector telescope for the Faculty of Science’s (FS) Astrophysics specialization.
North Oshawa Library classrooms open for additional study space
November 26, 2015
North Oshawa Library classrooms LIB 132 and LIB 134 are now open for additional study space when not in use for instructional purposes. These spaces are for quiet study and will be available until the end of the term.
North Oshawa Library offers extended hours during exam period
November 26, 2015
The North Oshawa Library is offering extended weekend hours of operation during the December examination period to help students prepare.
Gold standard - UOIT receives Healthy Workplace Award from Durham Region
November 25, 2015
For the second consecutive year, the Regional Municipality of Durham’s Health Department has recognized the University of Ontario Institute of Technology (UOIT) with a Healthy Workplace Award (Gold category).
UOIT international business researcher comments on the Trans-Pacific Partnership and local jobs
November 20, 2015
Canada recently concluded negotiations on the Trans-Pacific Partnership (TPP), a new free-trade initiative between 12 countries. As the federal government moves toward approving the deal, members of Canada’s automotive sector are asking how the agreement will affect local employment. Dr. Terry Wu, an international trade expert at the University of Ontario Institute of Technology (UOIT), weighed in on this topic in a recent Oshawa This Week article.
SSHRC launches Storytellers challenge
November 19, 2015
Great research matters – but how you tell a story is just as important. The Social Sciences and Humanities Research Council (SSHRC) has launched its fourth-annual Storytellers contest, which challenges post-secondary students to show Canadians how social sciences and humanities research is improving their lives, world and future.
Swiss study: UOIT professor among most influential in cervical spine research
November 17, 2015
A leading Health Sciences researcher at the University of Ontario Institute of Technology appears three times in a new historical compilation of The 100 Most Influential Publications in Cervical Spine Research.
That’s Brilliant - UOIT embraces Global Entrepreneurship Week
November 17, 2015
As part of the University of Ontario Institute of Technology’s (UOIT) nurturing of an industry-relevant culture of innovation, UOIT is hosting a series of events aimed at supporting students who want to make an impact today, and in their futures, through the Brilliant Entrepreneurship program.
Raptors’ General Manager Masai Ujiri to speak at UOIT - November 26
November 13, 2015
The university will welcome Masai Ujiri, General Manager, Toronto Raptors to campus on Thursday, November 26 as part of the Faculty of Business and Information Technology’s Distinguished Speaker Series.
UOIT thanks donors for supporting students
November 13, 2015
In celebration of National Philanthropy Day on Sunday, November 15, the University of Ontario Institute of Technology (UOIT) thanks its donors for supporting the academic dreams of our students.
University honours excellence among faculty and staff
November 13, 2015
The University of Ontario Institute of Technology (UOIT) campus community celebrated the outstanding achievements of faculty and staff throughout 2015 in a special ceremony November 10 in the Science Building’s Dr. Peter Zakarow Auditorium.
SSHSS helps new students familiarize themselves with campus and services available
November 13, 2015
When new students arrive at university, they are not always aware of the many different resources available to them on campus. The Social Science and Humanities Student Society (SSHSS) at the University of Ontario Institute of Technology (UOIT) recently hosted an Orientation Fair to help students become familiar with their surroundings; meet faculty and staff members as well as this year’s SSHSS team; and learn about all of the different student services available at the downtown Oshawa campus location.
Area high school students gearing up for the 2015 Ontario Tech University Robotics Competition
November 13, 2015
Hundreds of future engineering students from high school and middle school students across South Central Ontario will put their robot creations to the test on Saturday, November 28 during the Engineering Robotics Competition at Ontario Tech University.
UOIT supports launch of eCampus Ontario web portal
November 11, 2015
The University of Ontario Institute of Technology (UOIT) is pleased to partner with the Ontario Online Learning Consortium/Consortium ontarien pour l'apprentissage en ligne (OOLC/COAEL) on the launch of the new ecampusontario.ca web portal.
UOIT’s Decimal Lab team demonstrates technology at international wearables event in Japan
November 11, 2015
Wearable technologies expert Dr. Isabel Pedersen took three members of the University of Ontario Institute of Technology’s (UOIT) Decimal Lab halfway around the world to conduct field research, forge international connections, and present their wearable technology project at the International Symposium of Wearable Computing (ISWC) Design Exhibition in Osaka, Japan.
Brilliant Entrepreneurship at UOIT: November 16 to 20
November 09, 2015
As part of the University of Ontario Institute of Technology’s (UOIT) nurturing of an industry-relevant culture of innovation, UOIT students are encouraged to take part in Brilliant Entrepreneurship from November 16 to 20.
Remembrance Day services
November 09, 2015
The campus community is invited to join all students, faculty and staff for Remembrance Day services on Wednesday, November 11.
3D printing now available at North Oshawa Library
November 06, 2015
The Campus Libraries have recently acquired an Ultimaker 2 printer for the North Oshawa Library to assist students, faculty and staff with prototyping designs, creating educational aids, designing objects for thesis/capstone projects, and other academic activities.
Ontario Tech University-based health informatics research goes out of this world
November 06, 2015
OSHAWA, ONTARIO – Health analytics research pioneered at the Ontario Tech University (UOIT) now has a key connection to the Russian space program.
ACE’s indoor rainstorm dazzles new UOIT students during Orientation Week
November 06, 2015
It may have been the craziest competition for students ever staged at the University of Ontario Institute of Technology (UOIT).
Internationally renowned journalist Gwynne Dyer to deliver free public lecture November 11
November 06, 2015
Canadian journalist, syndicated columnist, military historian, speaker, author, and one of Canada’s best known defence and foreign policy analysts, Gwynne Dyer, PhD will be welcomed to the Oshawa community for a free public lecture on Wednesday November 11, 2015 at 7p.m. at the Regent Theatre.
Leading in the field: UOIT’s Management Development Centre introduces innovative agricultural leadership program
November 03, 2015
OSHAWA, ONTARIO – Given the expansion of urban development and disappearance of farmland across portions of the Greater Toronto Area (GTA) in recent decades, it is easy to lose sight of the economic importance of agriculture and the agri-food businesses in Ontario’s economy.
Start here: UOIT blending entrepreneurship into the student experience
November 02, 2015
In today’s unpredictable workplace, university graduates need adaptability, vision and intellectual savvy. Many students are combining their creativity and passion for discovery with a willingness to be their own bosses – to be ‘entrepreneurs’.
