Physical Resources always on the go

If the University has all the trappings of a small town, the Physical Resources Service is like its municipal works section. Jacques Bertrand, left, and Pierre Delisle cordon off an area in front of Tabaret Hall. It's one of the many tasks, large and small, for which the service is responsible on campus.

Combined law and social sciences program are aimed at francophones

Two recently created combined programs in law and social sciences will offer new opportunities to students who want to combine the study of law with political science or international development.

(Article in French only)

Eateries to offer healthier food options in 2006

Over the next few weeks, new menu items will be introduced to the campus eateries. Seven locations across campus will be renovated or updated to reflect the new items.

Writing research grants with impact!

Do you receive the research funding and recognition you deserve? Does your grant application grab your reader’s attention from the very first sentence? All faculty members and graduate students are invited to a workshop that will help them to examine their own writing style and improve their writing skills.

Increased participation at International Week

About 60 countries were represented at the University of Ottawa’s 2006 International Week, which ran from January 16 to 20. The International Office and International House were the main organizers of this event, which has celebrated the University’s cultural diversity for 15 years or so.

Excellence in Education Prizes

The University of Ottawa established annual Excellence in Education Prizes in June 2002. The prizes recognize educators of exceptional quality.

University to host model UN conference

From February 10 to 12, 2006, the University of Ottawa will host student delegates from Ontario and Quebec in the third annual University of Ottawa Model United Nations High School Conference.

Accords reinforce medical partnerships

The Faculty of Medicine has signed formal five-year agreements that will renew and reinforce its partnership with the following institutions: The Ottawa Hospital, the Montfort Hospital, The Children’s Hospital of Eastern Ontario, The Royal Ottawa Health Care Group, Sisters of Charity of Ottawa Health Service, the University of Ottawa Heart Institute and the Queensway Carleton Hospital.

Partnerships support management programs

The School of Management is teaming up with another university and local businesses to offer new programs.

Anton Kuerti to join music department

The Department of Music at the University of Ottawa is very pleased to announce the appointment of distinguished Canadian pianist Anton Kuerti as visiting professor starting in September 2006.

Law to be taught in Innu and Cree communities

The Civil Law Section of the University of Ottawa Faculty of Law will offer two courses in Innu and Cree communities during the 2006 summer session.

(Article in French only)

Opening of Saint Paul University residence

The seven-storey building located on 201 Main Street in a beautiful tree-filled area opened its doors in September 2005. It can accommodate 187 students who have access to a library lounge, a game room, a cinema-style movie lounge, a laundry room, and study rooms.

Two-Minute Interview – Aline Germain-Rutherford

Germain-Rutherford is director of the Centre for University Teaching.

2005 retirements

Some 80 uOttawa staff members retired in 2005.

Engineering institute award for Mouftah

Professor Hussein Mouftah of the School of Information Technology and Engineering is the recipient of the Julian C. Smith Medal from the Engineering Institute of Canada (EIC) in recognition of his contribution to the development of Canada.

Garner King Award winner

Dr. Alexis Turgeon, a clinical fellow in critical care medicine at the University of Ottawa, is the winner of the Garner King Award presented by the Canadian Critical Care Society.