News archives
April
Political science expert shares thoughts on discrimination training
April 27, 2018
Shanti Fernando, PhD, Associate Professor and Political Science Program Director in the University of Ontario Institute of Technology’s Faculty of Social Science and Humanities, shares her thoughts on how companies can better deal with unconscious racial bias.
University students showcase on-the-job learning at 2018 FSSH Practicum Poster Day
April 27, 2018
At the 2018 Practicum Poster Day event on April 9, students from programs across the Faculty of Social Science and Humanities (FSSH) showcased connections between their academic studies and work-placement experiences.
Runners and walkers raise money for high-risk youth outreach program
April 27, 2018
Despite the chilly temperature, the 10th-annual Campus Charity Walk and Run for the Boys and Girls Club of Durham (BGCD) was a resounding success.
Durham Regional Science Fair hits record number of projects for 2018
April 26, 2018
A longstanding spring tradition at the University of Ontario Institute of Technology, this year’s Durham Regional Science Fair (DRSF) reached another new record for participation.
Extreme weather research at ACE is more than cool: It’s ice cold!
April 25, 2018
When it comes to research and testing in extreme weather conditions on any day of the year, no facility tops ACE at the University of Ontario Institute of Technology
Artificial turf coming to Vaso’s Field
April 24, 2018
Vaso’s Field, home to a number of Ridgeback varsity athletic teams at the University of Ontario Institute of Technology, will have a brand new look this fall.
University shares research excellence story with the community
April 23, 2018
Each March, the university stages the Research Excellence Award Speaker Series, where the previous year’s winners share their discoveries with the campus community, industry partners and local residents.
Students land internships with electric vehicle giant Tesla
April 19, 2018
Starting in May, second-year Mechatronics Engineering students Rachel Illman and Hamayal Choudhry will embark on an eight-month internship with electric vehicle pioneer Tesla Inc., in Fremont, California.
Cities, energy and the environment: Where do we go from here?
April 17, 2018
On Wednesday, May 2, the University of Ontario Institute of Technology will assemble influential thought-leaders, researchers and industry experts for the Futures Forum on Energy and the Environment.
University’s Founding President Dr. Gary Polonsky recognized with special City of Oshawa award
April 16, 2018
The City of Oshawa presented the inaugural E.P. Taylor/Windfields Farm Champion Award to Gary Polonksy, the university’s Founding President. The award recognizes an individual who has exemplified innovation and has overcome adversity.
Groundbreaking Science researchers recognized with provincial funding awards
April 16, 2018
Yuri Bolshan, PhD, and Hendrick de Haan, PhD, are among this year's provincial recipients of Ministry of Research, Innovation and Science Early Researcher Awards. The program provides funding for recently appointed Ontario faculty to pursue groundbreaking work.
University thanks volunteers for building confidence, connections and community
April 16, 2018
During National Volunteer Week (Sunday, April 15 to Saturday, April 21), the University of Ontario Institute of Technology recognizes, celebrates and thanks its many volunteers, students, faculty, staff, board members and community members. These volunteers build confidence, connections and a culture of community within the university.
Political Science researcher offers perspective on the gender pay gap
April 11, 2018
In conjunction with April 10 being designated Equal Pay Day in Canada, Alyson King, PhD, Assistant Professor in the University of Ontario Institute of Technology’s Faculty of Social Science and Humanities, shares her thoughts on the importance of closing the gender pay gap and what it will take to achieve this goal.
Faculty of Science ‘smart’ materials research gets a boost
April 11, 2018
Three researchers in the Faculty of Science are developing new materials in the lab that have significant possibilities for commercial application in medical diagnostics, biosensing and potentially in chemotherapy.
Campus community celebrates teaching excellence
April 09, 2018
On March 28 the university’s reinvented Teaching Award Ceremony brought together more than 100 faculty, staff, students and community members to recognize teaching excellence and to unveil six new awards.
Pipeline-monitoring UAV research takes off at ACE Climatic Wind Tunnel
April 09, 2018
To ensure the company’s SkyOne UAV meets and exceeds safety regulations and operates as efficiently as possible, SkyX turned to the powerful research and development capacity of the University of Ontario Institute of Technology’s ACE Climatic Wind Tunnel.
University researchers propose new cooling solution for battery packs in hybrid cars
April 04, 2018
When it comes to protecting the environment and conserving energy, hybrid electric vehicles hold a lot of promise. While there are still some energy efficiency challenges to overcome, a team of University of Ontario Institute of Technology researchers has developed a novel solution.
‘Reverse’ career fair advances students’ employment opportunities
April 02, 2018
Each year, the Office of Student Life at the University of Ontario Institute of Technology organizes what’s known as a ‘Reverse’ Career Fair (RCF). At reverse fairs, the employers are the ones who do the walking around. The students are the ones in the booths, with their resumés and examples of their projects or research.
