News archives
September
It’s a bird, It’s a plane… It’s a Wingboard!
September 30, 2016
Wyp Aviation has successfully conducted the first full-scale, manned flight testing of its Wingboard. The Huntsville, Alabama company took its testing to new heights inside the ACE Climatic Wind Tunnel, a cutting-edge research and testing facility at the University of Ontario Institute of Technology (UOIT).
Expert on Indigenous justice to speak at UOIT on October 11
September 30, 2016
It is well documented that Indigenous people are overrepresented in the Canadian criminal justice system as both victims and offenders. Is this just what has historically been dismissed as an ‘Indian problem’, or could these crimes and injustices be connected to Canada’s colonial past?
University mourns passing of former Provost Richard Marceau
September 30, 2016
The University of Ontario Institute of Technology is deeply saddened by the passing of Dr. Richard Marceau, an influential senior leader throughout the university’s earliest years.
Should you stay or should you go? A classic startup dilemma
September 26, 2016
Your startup company is growing and you're ready to take it to the next level; part of that involves securing more funding by seeking investors outside of Canada. U.S. and international venture capital firms are ready to step up with the funds to help you develop and commercialize your product, but there’s a catch: they want you to relocate to where they are. Should you move your operations to where the money is?
First class: FBIT’s inaugural Accounting summer graduate diploma recipients
September 26, 2016
University of Ontario Institute of Technology (UOIT) Accounting 2016 graduate Pam Pratt has her eyes set on a career as a Chartered Professional Accountant (CPA).
Update on Library media collection
September 23, 2016
DVDs and videos owned by the Campus Libraries now circulate for 30 days to faculty and staff, and 14 days to students. Faculty and staff may borrow up to 50 items, and students may borrow up to 15 items. Material may be renewed up to three times.
Indigenous Awareness Week at UOIT – September 26 to 30
September 21, 2016
In support of diversity on campus, the Indigenous Student Services (ISS) team will host the university’s third-annual Indigenous Awareness Week from Monday, September 26 to Friday, September 30.
Pedestrian restrictions near Conlin Road and Simcoe Street
September 21, 2016
For safety reasons, the campus community is asked to refrain from walking in designated constructions zones in the Simcoe Street, Conlin Road and Founders Drive corridors.
Update on Student Association
September 19, 2016
That is why the university has decided, starting today, to manage the transfer to the SA of fees that have been collected from university students for the 2016-2017 academic year. This means that the university (working with SA staff) will flow funds directly to the insurance provider to cover the costs of your health-care plan, and to the SA to pay for the expenses of clubs, societies, outreach services, as well as legal aid and advocacy services. This will ensure that the university’s students receive ongoing support for the activities and services on which they rely.
New evidence on greener energy solutions to be presented at Los Angeles conference
September 15, 2016
Greg Vezina, chairman of Mississauga, Ontario-based Hydrofuel Inc. will be releasing two comprehensive studies of the “Key Life-Cycle Numbers for NH3 and other fuels” conducted jointly by his company and Professor Ibrahim Dincer’s clean energy research group at the University of Ontario Institute of Technology (UOIT).
Faculty of Science profs huddle up on latest teaching tools
September 15, 2016
Aimed at driving student success, FSCI’s Symposium for Effective Teaching and Learning in the Sciences explored modern methods of effective teaching and learning in science at the university level.
Back by popular demand: The UOIT Science Café returns September 17
September 15, 2016
Last year the University of Ontario Institute of Technology’s (UOIT) Faculty of Science (FSCI) decided to try an extracurricular experiment of sorts. The inquiry? To explore whether there was student interest in attending a weekly informal drop-in academic support session – on a Saturday.
Professional program opportunities await at UOIT’s Management Development Centre
September 14, 2016
As a new academic year shifts into high gear at the University of Ontario Institute of Technology (UOIT), UOIT’s Management Development Centre (MDC) is preparing to welcome dozens of area professionals who will take courses to refresh their management, communication and leadership skills.
Visit us at the 2016 Ontario Universities’ Fair
September 14, 2016
UOIT will be alongside Ontario’s other 20 universities at the three-day showcase from Friday, September 23 to Sunday, September 25 at the Metro Toronto Convention Centre.
University’s leaders featured at Toronto Global Forum
September 13, 2016
Advanced manufacturing, connectivity and clean energy are among the themes behind the University of Ontario Institute of Technology’s participation in the 10th Toronto Global Forum at the Fairmont Royal York Hotel.
Anne Sabat leaves legacy gift to students of Durham College and the University of Ontario Institute of Technology
September 12, 2016
Durham College (DC) and the University of Ontario Institute of Technology (UOIT) announced today a $900,000 donation from the Estate of Anne Sabat. The gift will be shared equally by the two institutions to create scholarships and bursaries for students to pursue post-secondary education.
Congratulations, entrance scholarship recipients
September 12, 2016
Each year, seven outstanding students at the University of Ontario Institute of Technology (UOIT) receive the university’s most prestigious entrance scholarships. The university’s entrance scholarship program recognizes first-year students for exceptional achievement in academics, leadership and community involvement throughout their secondary school career.
Six UOIT researchers receive new federal funding for innovative research
September 09, 2016
Themes of diversity, policies of inclusion, crime mediation, validating witness testimony and the social impact of fracking technologies highlight new funding for innovative research at the University of Ontario Institute of Technology.
Senior financial executive to lead UOIT Board of Governors
September 09, 2016
Adele Imrie, a financial and commercial real estate development professional, is the new Chair of the University of Ontario Institute of Technology’s (UOIT) Board of Governors for the 2016-2017 academic year. On September 1, Imrie succeeded Glenna Raymond, who served as Chair for the past three years.
Improving the reliability and safety of nuclear power plant piping systems
September 09, 2016
Associate Professor Atef Mohany, PhD has received new federal research funding to examine the complex and robust piping systems and pumps that support the transfer of heat from the core of the CANDU reactors to their steam generators.
Hey students! Got an innovative business Idea? Pitch It!
September 08, 2016
Running for four weeks, Pitch It! culminates on Wednesday, October 5 in a Dragons’ Den-style pitch competition to a panel of industry judges. This is your chance to win $500, meet others like you, and get help to bring your innovative idea to the marketplace.
UOIT students showcase their big research ideas
September 07, 2016
Dozens of undergraduate students shared their discoveries and findings August 25 with fellow students, faculty members, industry partners and the community at the university’s annual Student Research Showcase (SRS).
UOIT game development researcher wowed by electronic showcase in Germany
September 06, 2016
University of Ontario Institute of Technology (UOIT) game development researcher Bill Kapralos, PhD travelled overseas in August to participate in a weeklong exploration of how digitization is changing Germany’s society and economy.
Where it all begins: raising the curtain on 2016 Orientation
September 02, 2016
The excitement and anticipation of a new academic year has arrived at the University of Ontario Institute of Technology (UOIT) as nearly 2,300 first-year students prepare to complete their transition to university.
UOIT Engineering students set the PACE at international competition
September 02, 2016
For the fourth consecutive year, students from the University of Ontario Institute of Technology (UOIT) have been recognized for excellence at an influential global student engineering competition.
Words to the wise on the potential of ‘smart’ energy grids
September 01, 2016
In late August, the university hosted more than 80 scholars and speakers from 18 countries and leaders from the energy sector at the Institute of Electrical and Electronics Engineers (IEEE) International Conference on Smart Energy Grid Engineering (SEGE).
