Faculty of Social Science and Humanities
Emmeline Meens Miller to represent Ontario Tech at provincial Three Minute Thesis finals
April 05, 2022
This year’s 3MT® competition attracted 15 of the university’s current candidates for master’s degrees and PhDs. After the virtual online ‘heats’ on March 23, the field was trimmed to six participants for the March 24 final round and awards presentation.
Can we effectively respond to online hate and fear?
March 28, 2022
In early February 2022, Ontario Tech University’s Centre on Hate, Bias and Extremism (CHBE), in association with Meta Canada, hosted a four-day, live and asynchronous online symposium exploring online hate.
Ontario Tech expert ranks among Top 10 most-cited scholars in five international journals
March 21, 2022
Ontario Tech University researcher Dr. Liqun Cao of the Faculty of Social Science and Humanities was recently acknowledged as one of the top 10 most-cited scholars in five international criminology journals between 2006 and 2020 (No. 9 in the 2016-2020 period).
More students applying to Ontario Tech than ever before
January 31, 2022
Great degree programs, powerful links with industry and a tradition of job-ready graduates are making more students choose Ontario Tech University.
Ontario Tech University designated as one of Canada’s Research Universities of the Year
January 25, 2022
In impressive fashion, for the first time in the university’s history, Ontario Tech has been named one of Canada’s Research Universities of the Year for 2021 by Research Infosource (RI), the country’s premier research ranking organization and leading provider of research intelligence for business and higher education.
FSSH students receive 2021 Student Leadership Awards of Recognition
December 13, 2021
The Faculty of Social Science and Humanities (FSSH) congratulates students Samantha Brown and Farhin Mim, recipients of the 2021 Student Leadership Awards of Recognition for their achievements and contributions to the Ontario Tech community.
Ontario Tech University announces Institute for Disability and Rehabilitation Research
December 09, 2021
A new research institute at Ontario Tech University will be a global leader in creating and disseminating knowledge to improve the quality of life and well-being of people experiencing disability, and in need of rehabilitation services.
Ontario Tech: A young university earning high-level international rankings and recognition
November 23, 2021
As Ontario Tech University continues to expand its role as a vital research hub and cluster of expertise anchoring the eastern flank of the Greater Toronto Area, the university is staking a reputational claim on the international stage as well.
Ontario Tech University mandating COVID-19 vaccinations for individuals coming to campus
August 12, 2021
Following discussions surrounding the ongoing risks posed by COVID-19, including the emergence of new variants, Ontario Tech University will now require all students, faculty, staff and all other individuals coming to any campus location to be fully vaccinated against COVID-19.
Durham Region to collaborate with community partners on Oshawa Micro-Housing Project
July 27, 2021
The Regional Municipality of Durham will partner with Lakeridge Health, Ontario Tech University and Durham College on the Oshawa Micro-Housing Pilot Project.
Impactful research here in your community: Ontario Tech experts advancing discovery and applications of knowledge
July 12, 2021
In recent months, Ontario Tech University has received new federal research funding to support more than 30 multidisciplinary projects that will explore solutions to pressing societal problems.
Ontario Tech entrepreneurial leaders and social innovators win national awards
June 11, 2021
A key component of experiential learning opportunities at Ontario Tech is the campus community group Enactus (derived from ‘Entrepreneurial, Action, Us’), which rallies the energy, ideas and passion of the best and brightest students to create and implement local empowerment projects and business ventures.
Ontario Tech awarded new funding to support work-integrated learning opportunities for under-represented students
June 10, 2021
Students with Ontario Tech University’s Faculty of Social Science and Humanities (FSSH) will enjoy access to expanded work-integrated learning opportunities this summer, thanks to a new grant from Co-operative Education and Work-Integrated Learning Canada (CEWIL).
Learning from the best: Ontario Tech celebrates excellence in teaching
April 28, 2021
Ontario Tech University students have had their say in nominating their top teachers and innovative instructors for the 2020-2021 academic year.
From a distance, Ontario Tech celebrates student leadership
January 26, 2021
Ontario Tech University is proud of its many student leaders who not only excel academically, but also contribute their time, skills, experience and passion to improve the university experience for their peers as well as the broader campus community.
Ontario Tech’s Brilliant Catalyst expands engagement and impact
November 27, 2020
Brilliant Catalyst marked its second anniversary on November 19 during Global Entrepreneurship Week, and as a part of the Do It In Durham celebration.
Reasons we need transformative global change to prevent future pandemics
November 06, 2020
A group of international researchers is warning that human activities driving biodiversity loss and climate change need to cease if we hope to avert future pandemics like COVID-19.
Will the COVID-19 pandemic permanently change how people interact?
October 30, 2020
Don't miss the business and futurist perspectives of award-winning science fiction author Madeline Ashby and cybersecurity expert Ira Goldstein on Monday, November 2 as Ontario Tech University’s Faculty of Social Science and Humanities and Digital Life Institute co-host The Pandemic, Online Migration and the Future of Human Interaction.
That’s cool: Ontario Tech tops in the province in Sierra Magazine ‘Cool Schools’ rankings
October 02, 2020
Reinforcing Ontario Tech’s unwavering commitment to ‘tech with a conscience’, the Sierra Club’s 2020 Cool Schools rankings positions the university No. 1 in Ontario for initiatives related to campus sustainability. The Sierra Club is the United States’ oldest, largest, and most influential grassroots environmental organization.
Career Ready Fund Auto Stream a winning combination for Ontario Tech students and employers seeking new talent
September 25, 2020
The Ontario Ministry of Labour, Skills and Training is investing $757,143 in the new Career Ready Fund (CRF) Auto Stream program led by Ontario Tech University, in partnership with Durham College and Loyalist College.
Ontario Tech researchers investigating local impact of COVID-19 on survivors of sex trafficking
September 24, 2020
As the COVID-19 pandemic unfolds, two Ontario Tech University researchers will explore the impact the health crisis is having on survivors of labour exploitation in the sex industry in Durham Region.
Major international accolade for Ontario Tech researcher Dr. Barbara Perry
September 21, 2020
For the impact of her years of scholarship and research, and her ongoing leadership of Ontario Tech’s Centre on Hate, Bias and Extremism, the American Society of Criminology (ASC) has named Dr. Perry its 2020 Division of Terrorism and Bias Crime (DTBC) Distinguished Scholar.
Ontario Tech students brainstorm with City of Oshawa on downtown revitalization ideas
September 15, 2020
In an innovative effort to generate modern ideas for urban solutions over the coming years, the City of Oshawa is collaborating with Ontario Tech University, giving students an opportunity to apply their knowledge and skills and to advance the City of Oshawa’s agenda for downtown economic and cultural development.
