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The Burlington, Ontario-based Joyce Foundation makes $1 million cheque presentation to the University of Ontario Institute of Technology (January 28, 2016).

The Joyce Foundation makes a $1 million investment in UOIT students

January 28, 2016

A major gift from The Joyce Foundation is making the dream of a post-secondary education a reality for University of Ontario Institute of Technology (UOIT) students. The $1 million donation will establish The Joyce Foundation Success Awards, supporting first-year students from Durham Region and Northumberland County who have demonstrated financial need.

UOIT researcher: Natural gas is a key transportation fuel alternative

January 28, 2016

Energy systems and sustainability expert Dr. Dan Hoornweg at the University of Ontario Institute of Technology (UOIT) says natural gas should be part of a much broader approach to transportation in Ontario in the years ahead.

Dr. Victoria Smye, Associate Professor, FHS and Director of UOIT's Nursing program, was the primary author of a new online education program for nurses and other health-care professionals who work with people living with mental illness. The curriculum was formally announced on January 15.

New mental-health curriculum prepares nurses to break down barriers for patients

January 27, 2016

The MDSC invited Dr. Smye to help address this issue by developing a national anti-stigma education program for nurses and other health-care professionals who work with people living with mental illness.

There are a number of ways you can help end stigma and support those who struggle with mental health conditions.

UOIT knows mental health: removing barriers

January 25, 2016

On Bell Let’s Talk Day - Wednesday, January 27 – the University of Ontario Institute of Technology (UOIT) highlights the importance of openly talking about mental illness as a way of eliminating stigma and supporting those who struggle with mental health conditions.

Team Sort of Awesome of the First Nations Junior and Senior School of Toronto puts its LEGO robots to the test at the 2016 FLL Ontario East Provincial Championships.

They came, they built, they conquered: LEGO robots roll onto campus

January 22, 2016

Nearly 400 students from across Ontario put their LEGO robot programming skills to the ultimate test at this year’s FIRST LEGO League’s (FLL) Ontario East Provincial Championships.

John Shaw, who teaches in the UOIT Faculty of Energy Systems and Nuclear Science's Advanced Operations Overview for Managers program, provides instruction in the university's Nuclear Simulation Laboratory.

UOIT showcases nuclear safety expertise for international audience

January 22, 2016

UOIT’s Faculty of Energy Systems and Nuclear Science (FESNS) had an opportunity to showcase its outstanding facilities in December 2015 when the International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA) invited experts from across the country and around the world to the university for a nuclear power plant emergency simulation workshop.

Game on for workplace health and safety

January 21, 2016

FBIT researchers Dr. Karthik Sankaranarayanan, Dr. Pejman Mirza-Babaei and Master of Science (Computer Science) candidate Cameron Chodan are turning workplace health and safety training certifications into computer games.

Insignia representing a Member of the Order of Canada.

Longtime UOIT benefactors appointed to the Order of Canada

January 15, 2016

Noreen Taylor and Helen Vari, both of Toronto, Ontario, were announced as Members of the Order of Canada by His Excellency the Right Honourable David Johnston, Governor General of Canada in December 2015.

UOIT-created carpooling app takes major step forward

January 15, 2016

As commuters search for cost-effective and time-efficient ways to get around, a new carpooling application developed at the University of Ontario Institute of Technology is gaining popularity and finding support from government-funding sources.

UOIT health informatics researchers found that the Oshawa Clinic's automated vital signs data collection process saves clinicians more than 18 seconds per patient; that’s nearly 30 minutes saved for every 100 patients monitored.

Saving health care time and money: UOIT researchers find answers for local clinic

January 15, 2016

To determine the efficiency of its automated vital signs data collection system, the Oshawa Clinic partnered with health informatics researchers at the University of Ontario Institute of Technology (UOIT).

Emancipating the municipality: Community-directed development and the structural reform of governance will take place at the Regent Theatre in Oshawa, Ontario on Wednesday, February 10.

Free public forum to explore the municipality’s role in community development

January 14, 2016

Join political science experts from universities across the province for Emancipating the municipality: Community-directed development and the structural reform of governance as they explore the argument that politics should be conducted from the bottom-up, and that community development is best achieved through the empowerment of the municipality.

Faculty of Science launching new Saturday Science Café on January 23

January 13, 2016

The Faculty of Science at the University of Ontario Institute of Technology (UOIT) is unveiling a new initiative called the Saturday Science Café.

UOIT knows nuclear

January 13, 2016

The University of Ontario Institute of Technology is a centre of innovation and expertise in nuclear science. Students can pursue undergraduate and graduate degrees (master’s and PhDs) in nuclear, mechanical and electrical engineering, as well as leading-edge programs and research in nuclear safety and radiation science that link engineering, management and public policy.

Nearly 400 students (ages nine to 14); more than 1,000 parents, siblings and coaches; and 200 volunteers, judges and referees will come to campus on January 16 for the FIRST LEGO League’s (FLL) Ontario East Provincial Championships.

Trash clash: Waste-handling robots to compete at FIRST LEGO League provincial championship

January 12, 2016

On Saturday, January 16, LEGO robots designed by some of Ontario’s brightest young minds will take over the joint University of Ontario Institute of Technology (UOIT) and Durham College (DC) campus as both institutions host the annual FIRST LEGO League’s (FLL) Ontario East Provincial Championships. FIRST is an acronym that means For Inspiration and Recognition of Science and Technology.