Welcome to our scholars issue! We're focusing on OISE scholars and community members who are making an impact through education research, policy and practice and how the university is helping to transform their lives. Take Mariam Abeid. She hoped for just $500 to stay in school, then a scholarship changed her world. Now a graduate of OISE's child study and education program, Mariam is becoming a teacher – and her journey of learning is only just getting started. Watch here.
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Prof. Jim Slotta is one of five U of T recipients. His research program supports Ontario teachers in responding to the provincial government's mandate to global competencies in the K-12 curriculum. Read more.
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A new study led by Prof. Chloe Hamza found that postsecondary students with pre-existing mental health concerns are faring similarly or better during COVID-19, while those without pre-existing concerns are struggling. Read more.
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"When the pandemic first hit, there was a public outpouring of gratitude for front-line workers. It is worth remembering that right now, our teachers and school staff are moving mountains for the children and families in Ontario." Read more.
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OISE's new Climate Action Advisory Committee has started assembling a Climate Action Plan for addressing environmental and sustainable education issues. Read more.
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COVID-19 is forcing big questions about the purpose of public education. Dr. Charles Pascal discusses the shortcomings of our current education systems, and what it will take to plan for a more equitable future. Listen here.
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PhD student Jacqueline Scott says lower-income and racialized communities have less access to green space. She is calling on on local municipalities to include urban forests in their long-term management plans. Read more.
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'It has never been more important than in this moment': Learning architect and researcher Dr. Rumeet Billan, an OISE alum, shares her take on trust – the importance of earning it, how to navigate distrust, and ways to lead and manage for trust. Watch here.
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Save the date! On December 8 at 5:00 p.m. Eastern Time, OISE's 2020 R.W.B. Jackson Lecture will feature alum and literary giant, Dionne Brand, in conversation with renowned Black studies scholar, Professor Rinaldo Walcott.
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Celebrating Our Own: Alumni Spotlight |
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Meet David Green, OISE's new Provostial Fellow. His research aims to help navigate issues that emerging adults face to ensure healthier relationships for all involved – and he wants to bring an anti-racist and equity lens to the analysis. Read more.
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Samantha Peters (MA '10) has become Ottawa U Faculty of Law's first-ever Black Legal Mentor-in-Residence. She will provide mentorship to Black law students and help develop supportive programming and anti-racism initiatives. Read more.
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Melissa Sariffodeen (MEd '20), a celebrated digital literacy advocate and co-founder and CEO of the Learning Code, has been named one of Canada's Top 40 Under 40. She's graduating this November with her MEd degree in educational leadership and policy from OISE. Read more.
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Rita Russo (BEd '97, MEd '00) is Kawartha Pine Ridge District School Board's new Director of Education and Secretary of the Board. Russo brings extensive experience in developing and supporting equitable strategies that achieve positive learning outcomes for students. Read more.
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Virtual Events & Webcasts |
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The Enoch Turner Schoolhouse Foundation has announced a virtual talk series, designed for anyone interested in the past, present and future of Canadian education. On Nov. 24, hear from OISE alumni the Honourable Kathleen Wynne, Drs. Jane Gaskell, Sachin Maharaj and Kristina Llewellyn about gender equity in education. Learn more.
The OISE alumni-student advisory committee is having its first Night of the Arts on Nov. 28 at 8pm EST. All talent is invited to perform: Musical acts, spoken word, dancing, visual artists, etc. Let's showcase your art, or come join as a guest! Sign up here.
Join OISE for a discussion about the U.S. election, the rise of fascism and the shifting discourses around racism in the United States. Prof. Megan Boler and PhD candidate Elizabeth Davis will explore questions of race, affect, disinformation and "identity politics" to help contextualize Trumpism and the future of politics. RSVP here.
Many teachers are discovering that outdoor learning is a wonderful way to support the health and wellbeing of their students (and themselves) during the pandemic. But how do you continue to take students outside to learn in the cold weather months? Learn from a panel of experienced TDSB outdoor educators as they share teaching strategies and curriculum connections to support outdoor learning in the winter. RSVP here.
Save the date! OISE's 2020 R.W.B. Jackson Lecture will feature alum and literary giant, Dionne Brand, in conversation with renowned Black studies scholar, Professor Rinaldo Walcott. Register here.
There are two seats available on the U of T Alumni Governing Council. Represent OISE and contribute to the mission of Canada’s leading postsecondary institution, while making a significant volunteer contribution to the University of Toronto. Learn more.
In this free OISE webinar, award-winning learning architect Dr. Rumeet Billan, an OISE alum, shares her take on trust – the importance of earning it, how to navigate distrust, and ways to lead and manage for trust. Watch here.
In this episode of the OISE Stay At Home Club, scholar, artist and activist Syrus Marcus Ware discusses disability justice, abolition and creative activisms through an exploration of how we can take care of each other into the future. Watch here.
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Alum Gina Valle is one face behind the new series, Strong & Free, which captures the challenges of immigration, raising kids, racism, fitting in, and the victories of citizenship, employment, finding community and encouraging the next generation. Watch here.
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The bond between alum Cam Kilgour and students Shanelle Henry and Vivian Hoang is made strong by the OISE Mentorship Program, but the threads that brought them together may have made the trio unbreakable. Read more.
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OISE is looking to fill faculty positions in Critical Adult Education, Higher Education Leadership and Administration, Inquiry & Research Practice in Teacher Education, Disability Studies in Education, and more! Learn more.
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There are two seats available on the U of T Alumni Governing Council, and we encourage you to apply! Represent OISE and contribute to the mission of Canada’s leading postsecondary institution, while making a significant volunteer contribution to the University of Toronto. Learn more.
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Receive a 10% discount exclusive for OISE alumni valid until December 30, 2020. Alumni can request one free session and discount with their OISE degree(s) and year of graduation. Use the promo code THANKS-UOFT-10. Learn more.
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OISE alum Andrew Goldstein, a Google certified educator, is collaborating with teachers Grades 7-8 and 9-10 to develop learning materials that may be used and shared in classrooms. Contact Andrew via email to get involved. Click here.
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"Inside Out deconstructs bias through the lens of this pioneer in equity and inclusion. Informed by strong moral purpose, Charles Pascal deftly articulates some hard-earned lessons that aim to ignite enduring systemic change for “the many, rather than the elite few."
Dr. Avis E. Glaze
Global Education Advisor & Former, Ontario Education Commissioner
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