Faculty of Social Science and Humanities
Ontario Tech researcher exploring parent-child conversations about COVID-19
March 25, 2020
As the global response to the COVID-19 pandemic deepens, an Ontario Tech University researcher will examine how Canadian and American parents talk to their children and how kids are adjusting during this historic time. Developmental Psychologist Dr. Lindsay Malloy and her lab team have launched a new study titled Coronavirus: Parent-Child Conversations and Children's Reactions to the Pandemic.
Government of Ontario’s COVID 19 Action Plan receives top marks from Ontario Tech University
March 25, 2020
The Government of Ontario announced an action plan March 25 to support its citizens during the COVID-19 pandemic. Ontario Tech University recognizes this response as an important step to protect the health and well-being of Ontarians, and to help flatten the curve.
Visiting Ontario Tech Lecture Series speaker analyzes relationship between racism and mental health in police encounters
March 16, 2020
In February, the faculty’s Legal Studies program invited influential academic Camille Nelson, Dean and Professor of Law at American University Washington College of Law (Washington D.C.) to speak in its Distinguished Visitor Lecture Series.
Black History Month celebration highlighted by esteemed South African and American researchers’ panel discussion
March 10, 2020
A thought-provoking intellectual discussion about Black existentialism and the politics of identity captivated a Regent Theatre audience February 27 as Ontario Tech University marked Black History Month.
Ontario Tech honours exemplary faculty serving as graduate student supervisors
January 20, 2020
At its second-annual Award of Excellence in Graduate Supervision reception in December, Ontario Tech celebrated faculty members who have demonstrated outstanding commitment to the graduate students they supervise.
Is there a cure for hate? Former neo-fascist shares personal message of hope at Ontario Tech lecture
November 19, 2019
On November 12, Ontario Tech University’s Centre on Hate, Bias and Extremism invited McAleer to discuss his book The Cure for Hate and his personal journey leaving the white supremacist movement, as well the lessons he has learned countering violence with compassion.
Ontario Tech University conference exploring how to reduce human trafficking
October 08, 2019
On Thursday, October 10 and Friday, October 11, Ontario Tech University’s Faculty of Social Science and Humanities will stage a series of vital discussions on labour trafficking. The university’s second-annual collaborative Labour Trafficking Conference will examine the impacts and current efforts to combat labour trafficking and the global initiatives focused on reducing trafficking.
Ontario Tech University to explore the legacy of wrongful conviction
October 01, 2019
A group of Forensic Psychology graduate students from Ontario Tech University have partnered with Innocence Canada to host the university’s sixth-annual Wrongful Conviction Day event on Friday, October 4.
Ontario Tech researchers: It’s high time to stop environmental crime
September 09, 2019
Two Ontario Tech University researchers are among a group of international experts issuing a dire warning that the world needs to take immediate action on international environmental crime.
Ontario Tech University researchers on the leading edge of emerging technologies research
August 12, 2019
More than 30 researchers at Ontario Tech will share more than $1.82 million in new funding for various projects aimed at helping us understand some of the biggest challenges Canadians face
Waste watchers: Sewage and cannabis
July 09, 2019
As the cannabis market becomes more firmly entrenched across the country, an Ontario Tech University researcher says Statistics Canada (StatsCan) is going to great depths to study national cannabis consumption rates.
Ontario Tech University researchers applaud federal commitment on equity, diversity and inclusion
June 27, 2019
On May 8, the Honourable Kirsty Duncan, Minister of Science and Sport announced Ontario Tech University as one of 15 recipients of an EDI Institutional Capacity Building Grant,
Ontario Tech University salutes 2019 Convocation medal winners
June 14, 2019
As Ontario Tech University reflects on the conclusion of the 2018-2019 academic year, the Board of Governors and the Office of the Provost salute the outstanding achievements of this year’s faculty medal winners and special award winners.
Ontario Tech students help drive lakeshore cleanup initiative
June 13, 2019
Ontario Tech University students from the Faculty of Social Science and Humanities (FSSH), along with the FSSH Practicum team and partner organization A Greener Future, spent three hours on May 29 collecting more than 3,000 pieces of litter from the lakefront as part of the Love Your Lake initiative.
Ontario Tech University Dean to play leading role in global invasive species study
June 13, 2019
The United Nations has tapped the Intergovernmental Science-Policy Platform on Biodiversity and Ecosystem Services to lead a three-year global study that will fully assess existing knowledge about invasive alien species and current efforts to control their threats, the first global report of its kind. Ontario Tech University’s Peter Stoett, PhD, Dean of the Faculty of Social Science and Humanities, will co-chair the study.
Ontario Tech’s English Language Centre embraces campus integration
June 04, 2019
Ontario Tech's English Language Centre (ELC) program places students in relevant language-learning contexts and real-life situations, providing them with opportunities to develop the skills needed to succeed in post-secondary education and in a multicultural world.
Dr. Les Jacobs appointed Ontario Tech University’s Vice-President, Research and Innovation
May 29, 2019
Administrative leader and data science applications expert Dr. Les Jacobs becomes Ontario Tech University's new Vice-President of Research and Innovation on July 1.
Future of human health and prosperity at risk, warns Ontario Tech researcher
May 28, 2019
The abundance and variety of life on our planet is under threat, according to a recent comprehensive study by the United Nations (UN). The sixth Global Environmental Outlook (GEO-6), delivered in Nairobi, Kenya this past March, includes contributions from Ontario Tech University researcher Peter Stoett, PhD, Dean, Faculty of Social Science and Humanities.
Two-thousand grads and four honorary doctorates to highlight Ontario Tech University’s 2019 Convocation
May 28, 2019
Family and friends will cheer on more than 2,000 new graduates as Ontario Tech University recognizes and celebrates the Class of 2019 during four ceremonies on Thursday, June 6 and Friday, June 7.
Ontario Tech recognizes International Day Against Homophobia, Transphobia and Biphobia
May 17, 2019
Each year on May 17, millions around the world come together to recognize the International Day Against Homophobia, Transphobia and Biphobia (IDAHOTB). Created in 2004, IDAHOTB draws attention to the violence and discrimination experienced by lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, intersex and other people with diverse sexual orientations, gender identities or expressions, and sex characteristics.
Campus Charity Walk and Run breaks fundraising records in support of high-risk youth outreach program
May 17, 2019
Students, staff and faculty from Ontario Tech University and Durham College broke a record while breaking a sweat during the 11th-annual Campus Charity Walk and Run for the Boys and Girls Club of Durham (BGCD).
Ontario Tech President signs new equity, diversity and inclusion charter
May 09, 2019
Ontario Tech University proudly joins universities across Canada to advance institutional equity, diversity and inclusion, with the signing of the Dimensions charter. The charter was announced today by the Honourable Kirsty Duncan. The goal is to have Canadian institutions endorse the charter and commit to helping drive deeper cultural change within the research ecosystem.
Ontario Tech University sharpens its focus on ‘technology with a conscience’
May 03, 2019
What does it mean to develop technology with a conscience? What are our obligations to using technology responsibly? How can we improve the designs of new technological innovations while carefully considering their societal impact? On May 2, leading experts explored these questions and more during Ontario Tech University’s 2019 Futures Forum: ‘The Future of Tech with a Conscience’.
