News archives
April
Ontario Tech University researcher: some of the biggest questions in science are answered at the smallest possible scale
April 24, 2019
Much of scientific research happens on a scale that is so tiny that the processes are almost impossible to imagine or comprehend. Nisha Agarwal, PhD, an Assistant Professor of Physics with Ontario Tech University’s Faculty of Science, explores the physical properties of elements and materials at these small scales.
Cool discoveries: Learn more about fascinating research at Ontario Tech on May 8
April 23, 2019
Join the university community Wednesday, May 8 for the annual Research Excellence Award Speaker Series.
How do we ensure smart tech improves the human condition?
April 18, 2019
On Thursday, May 2, Ontario Tech University will explore the latest discoveries and issues at the intersection of humans and technology.
Ontario Tech University and OCAD University launch new partnership focused on the Digital and Human Connection
April 17, 2019
The province’s leading universities focused on technology and design have teamed up to forge a new model for the delivery of post-secondary education in Ontario: together OCAD U and Ontario Tech University will develop dynamic new ways of learning, curriculum, programs and research capacities.
How the emerging autonomous vehicle industry will profoundly change human mobility
April 12, 2019
On March 28, Ontario Tech University welcomed a crowd of more than 250 guests with industry, government and faculty coming from across North America to participate in the inaugural event for the Future of Transportation Series.
FSSH Practicum office celebrates community partnerships
April 12, 2019
Practicum placements would not be possible without the partnerships FSSH has forged over the years with a wide variety of organizations. To honour these collaborations, the faculty recently hosted its first-ever Celebration of Community Partnerships event.
Students explore international development initiatives in Central America
April 11, 2019
Heidi Graf, along with five other students from Ontario Tech University’s Faculty of Social Science and Humanities (FSSH), recently spent two weeks on an educational tour of Panama and Costa Rica, to engage in international development initiatives while completing the requirements of their FSSH Practicum course.
Founding Board Chair receives special engineering honour
April 10, 2019
Robert Strickert, Founding Chair of the Board of Governors at Ontario Tech University received a special honour from his alma mater (Queen's University) on March 29.
Ontario Tech University thanks its volunteers
April 08, 2019
During National Volunteer Week (Sunday, April 7 to Saturday, April 13), Ontario Tech University celebrates and thanks its many volunteers, students, faculty, staff, board members and community members for giving their time, skills, experience and passion to help others.
Ontario Tech celebrates graduate student recipients of donor awards
April 03, 2019
Donor funding allows students in the university’s School of Graduate and Postdoctoral Studies to access innovative learning opportunities, alleviate the financial costs of their education and pursue their research goals.
March
Students to share passion for discovery and innovation at 2019 Durham Regional Science Fair
March 31, 2019
On Saturday, April 6, Ontario Tech University’s Faculty of Science (FSci) will welcome local young scientists to campus to present their exciting projects at the annual Durham Regional Science Fair (DRSF).
