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Volunteers with the University of Ottawa Student Union's free produce market, Myrie H' Jac, Melissa Wenza Pageot, Iman Olivia Louré, Calynne Niyonziza, pose in front of containers filled with plantains.
Food security

Strengthening food security for students

Students will be able to access more free food hampers, hot meals and fresh produce bags through uOttawa’s new food support action plan, as well as the new Food Support Hub, which makes it easier to find available resources.

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Oct 26 to Mar 31

Seasonal flu vaccine

Book your flu vaccine at the Shoppers Drug Mart Pharmacy Care Clinic on campus, a partner of the Student Health and Wellness Centre, to protect yourse…

food
Nov 10

Tasty Techniques cooking workshop

Cooking nutritious meals can feel challenging when you’re balancing school, work and social activities. Join us for Tasty Techniques, a fun, interacti…

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Nov 11

Breaking Barriers: Stories of Canadian Women in Military Service During the First World War

As part of its annual Remembrance Day event, the Department of History welcomes alumna Dr. Mélanie Morin-Pelletier, historian at the Canadian War Muse…

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Now: Get ready to receive alerts

Install Alertus on your computer and SecurUO on your phone. Prioritize notifications and ensure your app stays active so emergency alerts reach you. See the four steps.

September 28 to November 5: Exchange info sessions

Broaden your horizons by studying at one of our 100+ partner institutions in Canada or abroad for one or two terms. Learn about the exchange program at upcoming info sessions.

October 14: Sign up for intramural tournaments

If you missed out on playing in an intramural league, or want to play more, now’s your chance to sign up for volleyball, dodgeball and hockey tournaments happening in November.

October 15: Check your final exam schedule

View your exam schedule starting October 15. Log into uoZone and, under Applications, select My Exam Schedule.

November 1: Mandatory academic integrity training deadline

All newly admitted undergraduate and graduate students must pass mandatory training on academic integrity by November 1. We have resources if you need assistance.

November 1: Win $2000 in art contest

You could win $2000 if your artwork is selected in the annual Holiday Greeting Card Contest organized by the Office of the Vice President, Research and Innovation. Illustrate your vision of what inter-disciplinarity looks like by November 1.

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Gain job skills as a volunteer

Contribute to positive change as you gain job skills in your field of study.

Student voices

Read about all the amazing things that students like you are achieving, experiencing and enjoying as they study at the University of Ottawa. Discover why this is truly the place for open minds and brighter futures.

Kady Diarrassouba with four other writing workshop leaders.
Experiential learning

Student uses self-directed course to explore how writing improves well-being

This summer, University of Ottawa student Kady Diarrassouba used a self-directed course to explore how writing can improve mental health and wellbeing…
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Why uOttawa

Beyond campus: Explore Ottawa’s neighbourhoods

Think Ottawa’s just Parliament Hill and the ByWard Market? Think again. Beyond the city's best-known landmarks, Ottawa is home to vibrant neighbourhoo…
Three student members of a club stand arm in arm together at the 2023 Club Fair at the University of Ottawa.
Clubs and associations

Student clubs you might not know exist at uOttawa

One of the best ways to find your people at the University of Ottawa is to join one of the 300+ student clubs active on campus. Before you take a stro…

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