News archives
June
University salutes 2018 Convocation medal winners
June 29, 2018
The Board of Governors and the Office of the Provost salutes the outstanding achievements of this year’s seven faculty medal winners.
University team rides the Big Bike in support of the Heart and Stroke Foundation
June 28, 2018
Motorists honked in support, and onlookers waved and cheered from the sidewalks as a team of University of Ontario Institute of Technology students, faculty and staff members pedalled a 30-seat bike through downtown Oshawa. The ride was part of the June 20 Big Bike event to raise awareness and funds for the Heart and Stroke Foundation.
Successful simulated emergency reception centre exercise at university’s north Oshawa location
June 27, 2018
Durham Region co-ordinates emergency preparedness exercises on a regular basis to reinforce the safety practices it has in place to protect its residents. On June 20, the university and college participated in a simulated emergency exercise to practise the opening and operation of an emergency reception centre on campus.
Crossing cultures: Mechatronics Engineering student heads to Japan for international co-op
June 26, 2018
Having finished her third year of Mechatronics Engineering at the University of Ontario Institute of Technology, Judy Afana is off on an exciting adventure: in June she began an eight-month international co-op education work experience with Rakuten Inc., an electronic commerce and Internet company in Tokyo, Japan.
University researcher’s findings could help save the life of your pet
June 22, 2018
University of Ontario Institute of Technology researcher Sean Forrester, PhD and two U.S. counterparts hope their scientific work will break new ground in the prevention of heartworm, a potentially fatal disease in dogs and cats.
University strengthens commitment to scholarship and discovery
June 20, 2018
To coincide with the university’s 15th anniversary, the Office of the Vice-President, Research, Innovation and International has unveiled a series of new internal research funding awards to support faculty and reward research excellence.
Big wheels turning for Automotive Engineering graduate Chase Pelletier
June 18, 2018
Great opportunities in the world of auto racing await 2018 University Ontario of Institute Technology graduate Chase Pelletier. Only weeks after completing his Automotive Engineering degree, Pelletier has earned a highly coveted and exclusive opportunity to work in automotive and Formula One™ racing with the acclaimed INFINITI Engineering Academy and Renault Sport Formula One™ Team.
New research group countering rise in global hatred and intolerance
June 18, 2018
The University of Ontario Institute of Technology has created the Centre on Hate, Bias and Extremism (CHBE). The CHBE’s mission is to assert leadership in providing evidence-based research to inform policies and practices that promote a just and equitable society for all.
International student a ‘rising star’ in Bermuda’s information technology sector
June 18, 2018
Caroline Caton still has two years to go before she graduates, but her hard work has already paid off in many ways—including recognition from the Government of Bermuda.
Roger Anderson Charity Classic celebrates another successful year
June 15, 2018
Roger Anderson’s legacy was remembered by all who took to the greens during the 21st-annual tournament that bears his name. Held on June 14 at the Deer Creek Golf and Country Club, the Roger Anderson Charity Classic is one of Durham Region’s most popular and well-established fundraising events.
Political Science graduate shares remarkable Convocation journey
June 12, 2018
On June 8, Sadaf Parweez was a member of the first class of graduates in the university's Political Science program.
University gets loud about mental health
June 05, 2018
In recognition of Mental Health Awareness Week in Canada, the University of Ontario Institute of Technology’s Healthy Workplace Committee hosted a series of workshops and events designed to get people talking about mental health.
University’s Pierre Côté, DC, PhD named founding member of Global Rehabilitation Alliance
June 01, 2018
Dr. Pierre Côté, the university’s Canada Research Chair in Disability Prevention and Rehabilitation, will serve with the recently founded Global Rehabilitation Alliance (GRA)–a strategic partnership with the WHO.
