University celebrates Greenberg donation

The University of Ottawa held a “Hats off to Shirley” reception on June 1, 2005 to celebrate and mark the importance of Shirley Greenberg’s contribution to the University. Greenberg, left, made the largest-ever individual donation — $3 million — to establish an endowed chair in the study of women and the law in the Common Law Section. Barbara Crook, centre, and Maureen McTeer were among the attendees who applauded the guest of honour at the reception, where a hat was de rigueur.

New student residence named after Hyman Soloway

Over the years Hyman Soloway forged strong links with the University and devoted much time and energy to its development. He was a member of the University’s Board of Governors from 1990 to 2004.

Nominations sought for media award

For the third year, the University of Ottawa will present the President's Award for Service to the University through Media and Community Relations.

SSHRC awards $2.5M to uOttawa researchers

More than 30 University of Ottawa research projects will share over $2.5 million in funding from the Social Sciences and Humanities Research Council.

HPCVL increases computing power

The new environment will meet the needs of multiple research groups including in the areas of stem cells, economics, physics and psychology.

Graduate post-secondary education certificate launched

The University of Ottawa’s Faculty of Education will offer a new French-only graduate certificate in post-secondary education targeted primarily at teaching staff in post-secondary institutions. The program will also benefit public servants, professional associations and consultants in continuing or adult education.

Major Reconstruction

Starting June 26th, 2005, Marie-Curie Street will undergo major reconstruction of the City of Ottawa water main system and the University of Ottawa sewage system. 

Gift to boost expertise on heart failure

Thanks to a $300,000 donation from Servier Canada, researchers, cardiac surgeons, cardiologists, nurses, students and staff at the University of Ottawa Heart Institute will be able to tap into international expertise regarding heart failure, a condition affecting 400,000 Canadians.

Fellowship focuses on dying patients

AMS is investing $750,000 in the program and the five participating Ontario faculties of medicine — including the University of Ottawa — are each contributing the equivalent of $150,000 for a total of $1.5 million.

Borden Ladner Gervais raises funds for law scholarship

Borden Ladner Gervais LLP, Canada’s third largest national law firm, hosted a benefit gala and a live and silent auction, on May 30, 2005 to raise funds for the General Dallaire Scholarship in International Humanitarian Law.

United Way salutes uOttawa

The University of Ottawa received the Campaign Hall of Fame Award during the annual United Way/Centraide Ottawa Community Builder Awards banquet. The award recognizes the major support United Way has received from the University over the years.

Ad astra fund set up in climber’s memory

The charity set up in memory of Professor Sean Egan who died while attempting to climb Mount Everest will raise $150,000 for a school in Hatmandu, Nepal.

Students help HIV/AIDS prevention

A group of eight University of Ottawa students left for Malawi, Africa on June 3, 2005 to participate in a six-week internship with a HIV/AIDS prevention project.

Strangway to head selection panel for Ontario chairs

David Strangway will chair the selection panel that will oversee the establishment of Ontario Research Chairs at universities across the province announced the Council of Ontario Universities on May 26, 2005.

Professor connects with words and music

Professor Patrick J. Brunet is the creative force and the host of a weekly show on CHUO-FM called Paroles et musiques.

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Dean believed in building strong communities

When Caroline Andrew closes her office door behind her on June 30, she will end a deanship that has had a profound effect on the Faculty of Social Sciences.

New dean for Social Sciences

François Houle will become the next dean of the Faculty of Social Sciences, succeeding Caroline Andrew as of July 1, 2005. His appointment creates a vacancy in the position of associate vice-president academic, which will be filled as soon as possible.

Diane Ste-Marie: A committed professor

“What my students think is very important to me. I want them to know I’m concerned about their future and I want them to remember me as a professor who was committed and engaging,” says Ste-Marie who is a recipient of a 2005 Excellence in Education Prize from the University.

Linguistics professor awarded Pierre Chauveau Medal

Professor Shana Poplack, Distinguished University Professor and Canada Research Chair in the Department of Linguistics is the recipient of the Pierre Chauveau Medal by the Royal Society of Canada.

Occupational therapist's contribution recognized by peers

Professor Paulette Guitard of the School of Rehabilitation Sciences was recently given  the Dr. Helen P. Levesconte award from the Canadian Association of Occupational Therapists (CAOT) in recognition of her significant contributions to the profession.

Alumna get judicial appointment

Renée Lemoine (LLL, 1983) was appointed justice of the Court of Quebec.

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