Faculty of Education
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 18,000th degree and five honorary doctorates highlight 2018 Convocation
May 31, 2018
Family and friends will cheer on more than 2,000 new graduates as the University of Ontario Institute of Technology celebrates the Class of 2018 during four ceremonies on Thursday, June 7 and Friday, June 8.
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.
Trajectories of black youth achievements: Challenges and possibilities
February 21, 2018
The questions asked during the University of Ontario Institute of Technology’s Black History Month event initiated an in-depth and thought-provoking conversation between panelists, and the many individuals who attended on February 7.
A year of excitement and transition at the university
December 18, 2017
The university’s 15th anniversary was among many campus milestones and success stories of 2017.
Learning gardens bring schools to life
November 24, 2017
The Faculty of Education at the University of Ontario Institute of Technology champions the creation of ‘learning gardens’ in the community. The faculty recently teamed with the Durham District School Board to open an outdoor Kindness Garden at Oshawa’s Glen Street Public School.
Researchers receive new support to further studies in digital literacy, motor skills and hate crime
November 17, 2017
The Government of Canada, through the Social Sciences and Humanities Research Council (SSHRC), recently announced a $265 million investment in hundreds of social sciences and humanities research projects at post-secondary institutions across the country, including three projects at the University of Ontario Institute of Technology.
University and GM Canada partner to inspire the talented engineers of tomorrow
November 06, 2017
General Motors of Canada and the University of Ontario Institute of Technology want to encourage students of all ages to pursue exciting careers in the fields of science, technology, engineering and mathematics (STEM).
Introducing the University of Ontario Institute of Technology’s fourth President and Vice-Chancellor
October 31, 2017
The Board of Governors of the University of Ontario Institute of Technology has named business dean and management scholar, Steven Murphy, PhD, as the university’s new President and Vice-Chancellor.
University and college students learn how poverty affects education access
September 26, 2017
It’s one thing for post-secondary students to learn about Freire’s theories through lectures or textbooks. But what if they could see his theories play out in real life—in his country of origin? A group of University of Ontario Institute of Technology and Durham College (DC) students recently did that during a recent 10-day field course in São Paolo, Brazil.
Undergrad students turn innovative ideas into real solutions
September 07, 2017
From artificial intelligence applications in the classroom to building a better transit system in the Golden Horseshoe, undergraduate students at the University of Ontario Institute of Technology (UOIT) are brimming with brilliant ideas to make our world a better place.
How to order 2017-2018 textbooks online
August 15, 2017
The Campus Bookstore has launched an easy-to-use eCommerce system for downtown Oshawa location students to order all textbooks online.
School of Graduate and Postdoctoral Studies making a name for itself
June 28, 2017
Postdoctoral fellowships, career advancement, networking and soft-skill development highlight new initiatives unveiled by the University of Ontario Institute of Technology’s School of Graduate and Postdoctoral Studies.
Indigenous awareness, sustainability features highlight new university garden
June 23, 2017
The University of Ontario Institute of Technology (UOIT) proudly celebrates its award-winning portfolio of environmentally sustainable practices with a new community involvement initiative this summer.
Largest graduation class highlights 2017 Convocation
June 19, 2017
Cheers and applause echoed through the Tribute Communities Centre as the University of Ontario Institute of Technology’s largest-ever graduating class crossed the stage during Convocation 2017.
UOIT to celebrate largest-ever graduating class at Convocation 2017
June 01, 2017
The University of Ontario Institute of Technology’s largest-ever graduating class will cross the stage at 2017 Convocation ceremonies on June 8 and 9. During four ceremonies, approximately 2,200 graduates will receive their degrees.
Bridging the digital divide: University takes do-it-yourself ‘maker’ learning lab on the road
May 23, 2017
At the University of Ontario Institute of Technology, researcher Janette Hughes, PhD, looks for ways to improve Kindergarten to Grade 12 female, racialized and at-risk students’ learning experiences to enhance the likelihood of them reaching―and graduating from―university.
Mental health takes centre stage at university’s 2017 Futures Forum
May 19, 2017
With a goal of advancing the conversation even further, the University of Ontario Institute of Technology welcomed mental health experts and researchers May 10 to the Futures Forum on Community Mental Health and Wellness.
Community mental health and wellness: Where do we go from here?
April 26, 2017
The university’s Futures Forum on Community Mental Health and Wellness will draw together leading mental health experts and researchers for a one-day series of in-depth discussions focusing on four themes.
University forges newest international ties in China
April 25, 2017
The university’s newest international agreement was signed in March with Nanjing Xiaozhuang University (NXZU), a comprehensive, undergraduate university in Jiangsu Province (Ontario’s sister province in China).
Investigating, making and sharing at March Break Maker Camp
April 11, 2017
The Faculty of Education has hosted the Maker Camp at its STEAM 3D Maker Lab since 2014. This year, 27 students between the ages of seven and 12 used a variety of technological tools to create and design their own stories or projects.
President’s statement on university values
March 13, 2017
The University of Ontario Institute of Technology is built on a promise to develop strength and capacity through research, innovation and partnerships. This promise is also supported by four core values expressed in our Strategic Plan.
President’s statement on university values
March 13, 2017
The University of Ontario Institute of Technology is built on a promise to develop strength and capacity through research, innovation and partnerships. This promise is also supported by four core values expressed in our Strategic Plan.
