When Professor Ewurabena Simpson was in medical school, two supervisors commented on the fact that she was quiet. “Do you think it’s because you’re the only woman in the group?” asked one, a man. “Perhaps you should go into a field that’s less stressful,” said the other, a woman. And she remembers thinking, “Why is being quiet a bad thing?”
When Professor Ewurabena Simpson was in medical school, two supervisors commented on the fact that she was quiet. “Do you think it’s because you’re the only woman in the group?” asked one, a man. “Perhaps you should go into a field that’s less stressful,” said the other, a woman. And she remembers t...
Exploration and innovation thrive when diversity is a feature of our research ecosystem. During Black History Month, we invite you to listen to three uOttawa professors, who are leading research in different fields, to hear about their experiences as Black academics. Learn from them in this short video series.
Exploration and innovation thrive when diversity is a feature of our research ecosystem. During Black History Month, we invite you to listen to three uOttawa professors, who are leading research in different fields, to hear about their experiences as Black academics. Learn from them in this short vi...
Sometimes, the energy of a project feels tangible, as is the case for the Canadian Playful Schools Network (CPSN). Teachers and researchers use words like “joy”, “kindness”, “connection”, “whimsy” and “excitement” to describe their enthusiasm for this far-reaching initiative.
Sometimes, the energy of a project feels tangible, as is the case for the Canadian Playful Schools Network (CPSN). Teachers and researchers use words like “joy”, “kindness”, “connection”, “whimsy” and “excitement” to describe their enthusiasm for this far-reaching initiative.
For Phil De Luna (MSc ‘15), a scientist and research capitalist working to advance climate technology, curiosity has always been a core component of his life. Phil explains that his job as a scientist is to be professionally curious—to experiment and understand what happens when we change things and interact with the world.
For Phil De Luna (MSc ‘15), a scientist and research capitalist working to advance climate technology, curiosity has always been a core component of his life. Phil explains that his job as a scientist is to be professionally curious—to experiment and understand what happens when we change things and...
These days, information seems to be readily accessible. While information sources are plentiful, assessing their relevance and using them properly is another matter entirely. How do you develop that “critical eye” that’s so useful for finding your way through this information maze?
These days, information seems to be readily accessible. While information sources are plentiful, assessing their relevance and using them properly is another matter entirely. How do you develop that “critical eye” that’s so useful for finding your way through this information maze?
According to Canadian statistics and an increasing body of academic research, diversity should be the norm, not the exception. In Canadian higher education, there has been a dawning realization that teaching and learning must adapt to become more inclusive. Yet what does “inclusion” mean when it comes to pedagogy? More importantly, how can instructors actively integrate it into their courses?
According to Canadian statistics and an increasing body of academic research, diversity should be the norm, not the exception. In Canadian higher education, there has been a dawning realization that teaching and learning must adapt to become more inclusive. Yet what does “inclusion” mean when it com...
In the Twittersphere, information is shared and commented on. An ideal platform for journalists? Yes, if you’re OK with being up to your neck in mean-spirited comments.
In the Twittersphere, information is shared and commented on. An ideal platform for journalists? Yes, if you’re OK with being up to your neck in mean-spirited comments.
Sport organizations frequently face allegations of a culture — the values, beliefs and assumptions that define behaviour among individuals in a shared setting — that is toxic. Over time, certain behaviours and practices become accepted and reinforced, despite questionable outcomes.
Sport organizations frequently face allegations of a culture — the values, beliefs and assumptions that define behaviour among individuals in a shared setting — that is toxic. Over time, certain behaviours and practices become accepted and reinforced, despite questionable outcomes.
The 16 Days of Activism against Gender-based Violence is an annual international campaign that kicks off on November 25 and runs until December 10. This year’s theme is “UNITE! Activism to end violence against women and girls.”
The 16 Days of Activism against Gender-based Violence is an annual international campaign that kicks off on November 25 and runs until December 10. This year’s theme is “UNITE! Activism to end violence against women and girls.”
Pramila Patten, United Nations special representative of the secretary-general on sexual violence in conflict, has had an impressive career advocating for women’s rights, social justice and gender rights. On November 16, 2022, the University of Ottawa awarded her an honorary doctorate. In her acceptance speech, she paid tribute to her sources of inspiration and the countless women fighting for pea...
Pramila Patten, United Nations special representative of the secretary-general on sexual violence in conflict, has had an impressive career advocating for women’s rights, social justice and gender rights. On November 16, 2022, the University of Ottawa awarded her an honorary doctorate. In her accept...