Celebrating International Women’s Day

In honour of International Women’s Day, the Faculty of Law and the Human Rights Research and Education Centre presented the Marlène Cano lecture.

Entrepreneurship and innovation in the Faculty of Engineering

Future engineering graduates may not face major obstacles as they head for the job market, but they do need to be better prepared to lead rewarding careers.

Improving efficiency the electronic way

The Imaging and Workflow Project involves digitizing student files and transferring the information into software that is accessible via a secure log-in to a web-based application.

Extensive new digital research resources available

The University of Ottawa Library is pleased to announce the Knowledge Ontario initiative.

Participate in the annual Food Services survey

You could win a $300 “Taste it!” gift card, a chef’s coat, an iPod, or a meal for four people at the Jazzy Restaurant!

A vinicultural tour

Some 40 participants enjoyed the staff chapter of the Alumni Association’s evening of wine tasting.

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.

Dr. Wilbert Keon inducted into the Canadian Medical Hall of Fame

The Canadian Medical Hall of Fame recently announced its 2007 inductees, which include Dr. Wilbert Keon.

Volunteerism at work!

Room 341is tucked away at the end of a long corridor. But behind its doors you’ll find Kristina McDougall and Catherine Lavoie, who jointly manage the Community Service Learning Program and the Co-Curricular Record Program.

Stop Theft: An effective deterrent

The use of laptop computers on campus has grown significantly and will keep growing as the University makes wireless connection technologies increasingly available in public spaces.

Distinguished University Professors: Dr. Ian Stiell and Prof. Caroline Andrew

Dr. Ian Stiell and Professor Caroline Andrew have been appointed to the rank of Distinguished University Professor for 2006-2007.

Two-minute interview - Kristin Baetz

Kristin Baetz loves coming to work every day to see the new discoveries and results her research team has generated. 

Douglas Moggach wins Killam Research Fellowship

Political studies and philosophy professor Douglas Moggach is one of 10 outstanding Canadian researchers awarded $70,000 each in the 40th annual competition for Killam Research Fellowships.

A well-deserved retirement for Claude Dufresne

After over 17 years of service to the University, Claude Dufresne, director of the Computing and Communications Services will take his leave on March 30.

A fond farewell

On March 1, colleagues, retirees and friends gathered on campus to pay tribute to Arlette Henry, who is retiring after 32 years with the University.

Recognition for uOttawa team coaches

After the well-deserved nomination in November of Denis Piché, head coach of the Gee-Gees football team, as coach of the year, three other coaches have recently garnered provincial honours.