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Amanda Doku: Schulich scholar and promising young woman in STEM

In elementary school, during math class, Amanda Doku got hooked on science. Throughout high school, her interest grew rapidly as she got much more involved in the field. As a member of the robotics club, she collaborated with a team to design a functioning robot. As an executive with the engineering club, she organized events. As vice-president of the STEM council, she planned science fairs and Q&...
In elementary school, during math class, Amanda Doku got hooked on science. Throughout high school, her interest grew rapidly as she got much more involved in the field. As a member of the robotics club, she collaborated with a team to design a functioning robot. As an executive with the engineering...

February 15, 2023
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Sustainability

uOttawa is saving hundreds of thousands of dollars while sending less waste to landfill

Every morning, when Jamie Revette arrives at the uOttawa surplus warehouse, the first thing he sees is opportunity. Jay, as he is known to anyone who works with him, is the new University of Ottawa Surplus Coordinator. And although that title may sound a bit vague, his day-to-day tasks offer up some very concrete results. Jay collects and redistributes surplus items at the University. At the ...
Every morning, when Jamie Revette arrives at the uOttawa surplus warehouse, the first thing he sees is opportunity. Jay, as he is known to anyone who works with him, is the new University of Ottawa Surplus Coordinator. And although that title may sound a bit vague, his day-to-day tasks offer up some...

February 14, 2023
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Equity, diversity and inclusion

Arts without Borders - Postdoctoral Fellowships

The bilingual Faculty of Arts at the University of Ottawa prioritizes research and creative activities that contribute to public debate. To that end, the Faculty seeks outstanding early career BIPOC scholars to join our community of researchers as New Scholars in Arts without Borders.
The bilingual Faculty of Arts at the University of Ottawa prioritizes research and creative activities that contribute to public debate. To that end, the Faculty seeks outstanding early career BIPOC scholars to join our community of researchers as New Scholars in Arts without Borders.

April 13, 2022
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Sustainability
Awards and recognition

University of Ottawa Awarded STARS Gold Rating for Sustainability

When you think about “campus sustainability”, you might immediately think about environmental issues, like climate change, green space, or recycling. But campus sustainability is about so much more, including affordability, course content, and student representation in governance. ac
When you think about “campus sustainability”, you might immediately think about environmental issues, like climate change, green space, or recycling. But campus sustainability is about so much more, including affordability, course content, and student representation in governance. ac

March 4, 2022
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Health and wellness
Mental Health

Putting your wellness first: University of Ottawa to open own health clinic

This spring, the University of Ottawa will open a Student Health and Wellness Centre, focused on physical health, mental health, health prevention and promotion.
This spring, the University of Ottawa will open a Student Health and Wellness Centre, focused on physical health, mental health, health prevention and promotion.

December 15, 2021
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Graduation

uOGRADflix winners: Meet the next generation of research

What do Antarctic algae, physical exercise and children’s resilience have in common?  They’re all topics of videos that took prizes at the first edition of the uOGRADflix competition, organized by the Office of the Vice-Provost, Graduate and Postdoctoral Studies.  
What do Antarctic algae, physical exercise and children’s resilience have in common?  They’re all topics of videos that took prizes at the first edition of the uOGRADflix competition, organized by the Office of the Vice-Provost, Graduate and Postdoctoral Studies.  

December 7, 2021
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Intramurals

Top 5 Reasons to Sign up for Intramurals

Intramural season is finally upon us and we’re as excited as ever to see our gyms filled with active and enthusiastic Gee Gees! With such an exciting roster of intramural sports being offered, the only question at the top of our minds is - how many do we sign up for?
Intramural season is finally upon us and we’re as excited as ever to see our gyms filled with active and enthusiastic Gee Gees! With such an exciting roster of intramural sports being offered, the only question at the top of our minds is - how many do we sign up for?

August 17, 2021
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Check your posture!

What is full Body Mobilization (FBM)?
What is full Body Mobilization (FBM)?

March 29, 2021
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Take your workout outside

We know that this lockdown is difficult and can be frustrating. While we patiently await the reopening of facilities, we suggest taking your workout outdoors! We miss the gym too but there are so many great ways to adapt your typical routine and move it outside.
We know that this lockdown is difficult and can be frustrating. While we patiently await the reopening of facilities, we suggest taking your workout outdoors! We miss the gym too but there are so many great ways to adapt your typical routine and move it outside.

January 25, 2021