Students
Artificial turf coming to Vaso’s Field
April 24, 2018
Vaso’s Field, home to a number of Ridgeback varsity athletic teams at the University of Ontario Institute of Technology, will have a brand new look this fall.
Students land internships with electric vehicle giant Tesla
April 19, 2018
Starting in May, second-year Mechatronics Engineering students Rachel Illman and Hamayal Choudhry will embark on an eight-month internship with electric vehicle pioneer Tesla Inc., in Fremont, California.
University thanks volunteers for building confidence, connections and community
April 16, 2018
During National Volunteer Week (Sunday, April 15 to Saturday, April 21), the University of Ontario Institute of Technology recognizes, celebrates and thanks its many volunteers, students, faculty, staff, board members and community members. These volunteers build confidence, connections and a culture of community within the university.
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.
University researchers propose new cooling solution for battery packs in hybrid cars
April 04, 2018
When it comes to protecting the environment and conserving energy, hybrid electric vehicles hold a lot of promise. While there are still some energy efficiency challenges to overcome, a team of University of Ontario Institute of Technology researchers has developed a novel solution.
‘Reverse’ career fair advances students’ employment opportunities
April 02, 2018
Each year, the Office of Student Life at the University of Ontario Institute of Technology organizes what’s known as a ‘Reverse’ Career Fair (RCF). At reverse fairs, the employers are the ones who do the walking around. The students are the ones in the booths, with their resumés and examples of their projects or research.
Master of Science candidate advances to provincial Three Minute Thesis competition
March 29, 2018
The University of Ontario Institute of Technology (UOIT) held its sixth-annual Three Minute Thesis (3MT®) competition March 21, with six graduate students sharing their research findings in the finals.
City of Oshawa impressed by students’ fresh ideas at March 3 hackathon
March 28, 2018
University of Ontario Institute of Technology students have some amazing public policy ideas to share with the City of Oshawa.
Faculty reputation, outreach and achievement highlight National Engineering Month
March 28, 2018
The Faculty of Engineering and Applied Science (FEAS) at the University of Ontario Institute of Technology has much to celebrate in parallel with National Engineering Month in Canada.
Return all overdue books: You may not get your marks!
March 22, 2018
This is a reminder that the University of Ontario Institute of Technology will not release your Winter-term grades if you have overdue library material or unpaid library fines. You must return or renew all overdue items and pay all library fines by Monday, April 23 or the university will not release your grades. Registration activities, such as add/drop classes and release of transcripts, may also be suspended.
Engineering’s sacred Iron Ring Ceremony a symbolic rite of passage
March 19, 2018
For Canadian engineering students, receiving the iron ring is both a cherished rite of passage and a symbol of the responsibilities and ethics associated with their chosen profession.
Governor General recognizes university alumnus for work with vulnerable members of society
March 19, 2018
Dr. Naheed Dosani recently received the Governor General of Canada’s Meritorious Service Cross (Civil Division) for his commitment to helping some of the most marginalized members of society.
Young researchers to showcase breakthroughs at Durham Regional Science Fair
March 19, 2018
The Faculty of Science at the University of Ontario Institute of Technology will welcome young scientists to campus Saturday, April 7 as they participate in the annual Durham Regional Science Fair.
Hydro One powers female university students pursuing careers in engineering
March 12, 2018
Female Engineering students at the University of Ontario Institute of Technology will continue to benefit from a variety of networking opportunities and outreach programs, thanks to Hydro One’s renewed commitment to the Women in Engineering University Partnership program.
Explaining complex research in just three minutes
March 09, 2018
On Wednesday, March 21, 3MT participants will present their complex research and its wider impact to a panel of non-specialist judges. Competitors have only three minutes to express their knowledge in an engaging, accessible and compelling way, using only one static slide for visual support.
Engineering program ranks in University Magazine’s Canadian Top 10
March 08, 2018
If you want to be an engineer, surveys continue to confirm the University of Ontario Institute of Technology is one of the best places in Canada to study.
Smart Cookies on Valentine’s Day
March 07, 2018
The middle of the academic semester is a busy time for students as they work hard on assignments and prepare for midterm examinations. But for students at the University of Ontario Institute of Technology, the Wednesday before Reading Week brought and unexpected treat from the Office of the Provost.
Mechatronics Engineering student impresses during marathon of hackathons
March 07, 2018
Although he is yet to reach the halfway point of his Mechatronics Engineering degree (part of the program’s inaugural cohort), second-year University of Ontario Institute of Technology student Hamayal Choudhry (class of 2020) has already made quite a name for himself beyond the university campus.
Health Sciences students’ video project shines at national competition
March 07, 2018
What began as a course assignment for two University of Ontario Institute of Technology students ended with recognition in the national spotlight.
Open education webcast – March 7
March 02, 2018
The Library will host a webcast on Wednesday, March 7 in recognition of Open Education Week.
University welcomes Canada’s historic commitment to research, infrastructure and entrepreneurship
February 28, 2018
The University of Ontario Institute of Technology, its students and researchers stand to benefit from the historic increase in science and university research funding announced in the Government of Canada’s 2018 Budget.
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.
Province and industry partners rally to drive automotive innovation
February 12, 2018
The Province of Ontario, Magna International Incorporated and Multimatic Incorporated are partnering with the University of Ontario Institute of Technology to revolutionize the university’s ACE research facility, making it the most comprehensive aerodynamic and thermal test centre in the world.
