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...
On November 3, outgoing uOttawa chancellor Calin Rovinescu hosted the last Chancellor’s Debate of his term, which highlighted the need for a global solution to the increasing problem of displaced people.The debate featured a three-way dialogue that also included Allan Rock, uOttawa president emeritus and former Canadian ambassador to the UN, and Jennifer Bond, chair of the Global Refugee Sponsorsh...
On November 3, outgoing uOttawa chancellor Calin Rovinescu hosted the last Chancellor’s Debate of his term, which highlighted the need for a global solution to the increasing problem of displaced people.The debate featured a three-way dialogue that also included Allan Rock, uOttawa president emeritu...
The University of Ottawa is committed to increasing the scope and scale of its international presence and influence. To achieve this goal, it offers mobility programs to all members of the University community so they can gain skills and enhance their professional development, with internationalization in mind. The Gazette takes you back to the original concept as it was pitched to professors and ...
The University of Ottawa is committed to increasing the scope and scale of its international presence and influence. To achieve this goal, it offers mobility programs to all members of the University community so they can gain skills and enhance their professional development, with internationalizat...
The Canadian Women’s Movement Archives is a collection of personal papers, buttons, flyers, and other materials representing the second-wave feminist movement that began in the 1960s. It brings together a registry of over 282 descriptions of artifacts held by 59 archival institutions across Canada. Thanks to support from generous donors, the University of Ottawa Library has hired a storyteller to ...
The Canadian Women’s Movement Archives is a collection of personal papers, buttons, flyers, and other materials representing the second-wave feminist movement that began in the 1960s. It brings together a registry of over 282 descriptions of artifacts held by 59 archival institutions across Canada. ...
On September 30, Canada will mark the second National Day for Truth and Reconciliation. The day offers an opportunity to reflect on the legacy of the Indian Residential School System and its continuing impact on survivors, their families, and their communities. Importantly, it is also an opportunity to learn and to envision how we can advance reconciliation within our country and communities. This...
On September 30, Canada will mark the second National Day for Truth and Reconciliation. The day offers an opportunity to reflect on the legacy of the Indian Residential School System and its continuing impact on survivors, their families, and their communities. Importantly, it is also an opportunity...