Education @ Ontario Tech

A promotional graphic for the “Exploring Careers in Education workshop.” The virtual workshop is scheduled for Tuesday, November 4, from 6 to 7:30 p.m. The text invites students to explore diverse career paths in education beyond traditional kindergarten to grade 12 teaching roles. For more information, the link ontariotechu.ca/careerworkshops is provided. The background is white with blue and red abstract circular accents, and an icon of a calendar appears beside the date.

Curious about education careers outside the classroom? Don't miss this workshop, facilitated by Ontario Tech's CEELCD team. 

Exploring Careers in Education Workshop
🗓️ Date: Tuesday, November 4 
🕐 Time: 6 - 7:30 p.m. Eastern 
📌 Location: Virtual 

Register at ontariotechu.ca/careerworkshops

A group of Frazer Faculty of Education graduates stand in Polonsky Commons and toss their hats into the air, traditional graduation style. The text reads "Congratulations to our Fall 2025 graduates! Tune in to the livestream at 9:30 a.m., ontariotechu.ca/convocation."

Today, we celebrate the accomplishments of more than 100 grads from our Bachelor of Arts (Honours) in Educational Studies, Masters, and - for the very first time - Doctoral programs! 🎓

Join us on the livestream, beginning at 9:30 a.m. ⏩ ontariotechu.ca/convocation

#OntarioTechGrad

Dissertation announcement for "Between Pages, Between Spaces: Queer(ing) Community in Online Book Clubs" by Dr. Jess Trinier. Image features a headshot of Jess, with the following quote to the left of their photo: "This study highlights that when 2SLGBTQIA+ individuals are faced with stories of trauma, pain, and oppression, they find space for queer joy. When given the opportunity to co-create environments, they make space for queer joy. Queer joy is valued and desired within community spaces."

🎓 Congratulations, Dr. Jess Trinier! 

This Fall, we're celebrating the first grads of our EdD program! Among them is Jess Trinier, whose research explored the experiences of 2SLGBTQIA+ learners in online spaces. 

📖 Read on Scholaris: https://hdl.handle.net/10155/2018

A photo of pampas grasses growing alongside Polonsky Campus at Ontario Tech's North Campus. The scene is illuminated by light from a setting sun, casting a warm glow across the grasses and campus building behind.

🍂 Our office will be closed for Thanksgiving on Monday, October 13. 

As we take this time to pause, we also reflect on the colonial histories of this day and reaffirm the importance of listening, learning, and engaging in truth and reconciliation.

Blue and orange poster titled "What's Happening? In October" with key dates for the Faculty of Education. Events include: October 6 - 10, Observation Week for BEd students. October 13, Thanksgiving - no classes or academic activities. October 14 - 19, Reading Week - no classes or academic activities. October 16 - Fall Convocation. October 21 - Future Teachers: Campus Meet & Greet.

🗓️ What's happening in the Frazer Faculty of Education this month? 

'Wellness Wednesdays for Students' with Dr. Jennifer Laffier continues on Zoom every Wednesday at 5:30 p.m. 

More info & event details on your program Google Calendar or Ontario Tech's Important Dates & Deadlines!

Have questions about the course? Drop them in the comments, and we'll get back to you!

looking through leaves on a tree toward the west where the sun is setting, making the sky light up with shades of blue, purple, yellow and pink. At left is the north side of Shawenjigewining Hall and in the distance you can see the OPG Engineering building and ACE.

To anyone who may need it today,

Thank you for being here.
You are loved.
You are strong.
You will persevere.
You are not alone.

Love,
Your Ridgeback family

P.S. A wide range of supports are available to you at ontariotechu.ca/mental-health-and-wellness.php
#WorldSuicidePreventionDay

Three Ontario Tech University students walk through the lobby of Charles Hall. Two students are holding laptops at their side, and another holds a notebook in front of them. They are looking and smiling at each other as they chat. Text on the image reads "Welcome, Fall 2025 - let the adventures begin!"

The Frazer Faculty of Education is excited to welcome both new & returning students as you begin the Fall 2025 term. Whether you're starting your first year of EDST or wrapping up your thesis, we look forward to learning & making an impact together this year. Here's to a great semester ahead! #FEd

Blue and orange poster titled "What's Happening? In September" with key dates for the Faculty of Education. Events include: - Sept. 2, Classes Begin (All Programs). - Sept. 10, Wellness Wednesdays begin. - Sept. 15, Fees Due + Course Add/Drop Deadline. - Sept. 23, Future Teachers Meet & Greet at at Charles Hall. - Sept. 29 - Course Drop Deadline. More details in program Google Calendar or Ontario Tech's Important Dates website.

🗓️ What's happening in the Frazer Faculty of Education this month? 

Check your program Google Calendar or Ontario Tech's Important Dates & Deadlines for more information.

Photo depicts the outer entrance to Charles Hall on a beautifully sunny day. The photo is framed to highlight the building sign that reads, "Ontario Tech University Charles Hall, 61 Charles Street. Mitch and Leslie Frazer Faculty of Education, Faculty of Social Science and Humanities", and is surrounded by green shrubbery and a leafy tree.

The Frazer Faculty of Education will be closed on Monday, September 1 in observance of Labour Day.

We look forward to welcoming everyone back tomorrow, September 2, for the start of a brand new semester! 📚🍂

Beautiful. Historic. Home. 💙

A printout of a yellow puzzle piece attached to a brick wall. On the puzzle piece is a QR code, with the text "ArtNPiecesCon" underneath.

These puzzle pieces keep popping up around downtown. I wonder what they could be? 

On a completely unrelated note, what are you doing the weekend of July 26 & 27? 👀 
🔗 artnpiecescon.com

Poster titled "Are you or were you an Ontario educator? We would love to hear from you!" promoting a research study (REB#18809) on working conditions in Ontario schools. Participants: Ontario residents with a BEd, regardless of employment status. Anonymous online questionnaire; link provided in the post. Incentive: chance to win one of five $75 Chapters Indigo gift cards.

Ontario K–12 educators (past or present): Share your experiences in a research survey [REB #18809]! Enter to win 1 of 5 $75 Indigo gift cards. Learn more & participate: https://shorturl.at/y4YZ4

✉️ Contact: shamiga.arumuhathas@ontariotechu.ca and diana.petrarca@ontariotechu.ca for more information.

Indigenous wisdom transforms STEM learning in Ghana - University Affairs IDRA scholarship recipient Kenneth Gyamerah worked with teachers to bring traditional knowledge into science and technology classes.

How can STEM education be more inclusive?
@ot-fed.bsky.social Assistant Professor Dr. Kenneth Gyamerah’s research in Ghana shows how Indigenous wisdom creates equitable, community-driven learning.

In this week's episode of Call Them Grad-dy, we sit down with soon-to-be @ot-fed.bsky.social grads Savannah and Mia to reflect on their time at Ontario Tech and talk about what the future holds for these future educators.

We spent last week celebrating our newest alumni, but today we want to give a shout-out to those who were always there for them.

To all the friends and family who attended #OntarioTechGrad to cheer on our grads as they crossed the stage, your support means more than you know.💙🧡

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Mastered LEGO® robotics basics? Ready for a challenge? LEGO® Innovators camp pushes your skills further. Explore advanced programming with more sensors. Register today: Ontariotechu.ca/summercamps

#summercamps #ontariotech #youth

The graphic text reads: "2025 Summer Camps. Turtle Island. July 21 to July 25. Ages 9 to 13. In this STEAM-based camp, campers can uncover and explore the relationship between STEAM, Indigenous Knowledge, and the land. Register now!" The Ontario Tech Continuous Learning logo is displayed at the top left corner. An image of a turtle is displayed behind the title.

Join us for Turtle Island camp! Explore the relationship between STEAM, Indigenous Knowledge & the land.

To register, please visit Ontariotechu.ca/camps.

#summercamps #ontariotech #ontariotechuniversity #youth #turtleisland #steam #science

Frazer Faculty of Education Wednesday, June 4, 2025 at 9:30 a.m.

Congratulations to the Class of 2025 who crossed the stage this morning! We are thrilled to have been able to celebrate your accomplishments alongside you this morning.

Don't forget to tag us and #OntarioTechGrad in your pics from the day!

Missed it? Catch a replay of the livestream. ⤵️

Two smiling students are working together, one using a laptop and the other holding a phone, in a casual indoor setting. Above them is the Ontario Tech University logo with the text “Frazer Faculty of Education.” Below, the graphic reads: “Discover our flexible hybrid/online program – Bachelor of Arts, Educational Studies.” A link at the bottom reads: “bit.ly/EDST-PathWebinar.”

Take the next step in your educational journey!

Our hybrid Bachelor of Arts (Honours) in Educational Studies is designed for flexibility - with both standard-entry and college-to-university transfer options.

💻 Program webinars available Tuesdays & Thursdays at 7 p.m.: bit.ly/EDST-PathWebinar

We can't wait to celebrate with our grads on Wednesday, June 4! 🎓

This photo is a Women’s Wednesday feature of Ashley Sheppard, a Doctoral student in the Mitch and Leslie Frazer Faculty of Education

Ashley Sheppard is a Doctoral Student at @ontariotechu.bsky.social in the Mitch and Leslie Frazer Faculty of Education. Her primary research interests lie at the intersection of technology, cultural identity, and education.

Read more: lnkd.in/eGiaYHit

#WomensWednesday #WomenOfOntarioTech

This photo is a Women’s Wednesday feature of Arlene Enruiquez, a master's student in the Mitch and Leslie Frazer Faculty of Education

Arlene Enriquez is a Master's student at @ontariotechu.bsky.social in the Mitch and Leslie Frazer Faculty of Education researching mental health, self-regulation, equity, diversity, and inclusion.

Read more about Arlene here: lnkd.in/eGiaYHit

#WomensWednesday #WomenOfOntarioTech

This photo is a Women’s Wednesday feature of Anna Cherylle Ramos, a Doctoral student in the Mitch and Leslie Frazer Faculty of Education.

Anna Cherylle Ramos is an EdD student at @ontariotechu.bsky.social in the Mitch and Leslie Frazer Faculty of Education. Her primary research interests are AI literacy, AI Competency Frameworks, and adaptive learning technologies.

Read more: lnkd.in/eGiaYHit

#WomensWednesday #WomenOfOntarioTech

A male student wearing glasses and a navy hoodie types on a laptop while watching an edtech robot navigate a marker-drawn track. Overlaid text reads "Master of Education (MEd), apply by May 15. Attend a free information session: bit.ly/MEd-Webinar." Additional text underneath reads "See what our alumni have to say", with arrows indicating that the user should swipe the images.

A student testimonial written in white text on a navy blue background. The text reads, "What I like about the Master of Education (MEd) program is its focus on 21st-century learning, where digital technologies are used to apply knowledge to new situations, analyze information, collaborate, solve problems and make informed decisions. As a result of this program, I feel more confident utilizing digital technologies to achieve learning objectives in the workplace." The quote is attributed to "Alum, IT Professional"

A student testimonial written in white text on a navy blue background. The text reads, "The program offers a number of courses in multiple areas related to education, which has allowed me to explore my interests within the field. The classes are interactive and flexible. The instructors are knowledgeable and incredibly supportive. I also love that the program offers a course-only option as well as a project or thesis option for students like me who want to pursue research." The quote is attributed to "Alum, Journalist & Doctoral Student"

A student testimonial written in white text on a navy blue background. The text reads, "Ontario Tech's MEd / MA programs are an excellent fit for teaching professionals. I've added so many tools to my teaching toolkit that really work in my classrooms, which I've been excited to learn and am happy to share with my colleagues. I've gained insight into learning theory, which has given me new perspective on the students I work with every day." The quote is attributed to "Alum, College Professor"

Are you interested in a Master's degree in Education?

With flexible pathways & schedules, our 100% online Master of Education (MEd) is designed for working professionals like you!

Sign up to attend a free info session, starting this week: bit.ly/MEd-Webinar

#HigherEd #EduSky #GradStudies

Graphic promoting the Inclusion, Diversity, Equity & Accessibility (IDEA) annual survey. Features a smartphone with colorful speech bubbles and text encouraging Faculty of Education students to participate and make their voices heard.

If you are a student in the Mitch and Leslie Frazer Faculty of Education, our IDEA Committee wants to hear from you!

Please take a few minutes to complete the (anonymous & voluntary) survey by Tuesday, April 15: tinyurl.com/2025-IDEAsur...

A poster for a career exploration workshop titled "Next Stop: Unknown!" featuring an illustration of a map with location pins. The workshop is scheduled for Monday, March 17, from 10 to 11:30 a.m., and will be held online via Google Meet. It is designed for undergraduate students in the Mitch and Leslie Frazer Faculty of Education and the Faculty of Social Science and Humanities who want to explore career options after their Bachelor of Arts or Bachelor of Education degree. The poster encourages students to register by scanning a QR code or visiting ontariotechu.ca/careerworkshops.

#FEd and #FSSH students! Don't miss this workshop, co-developed by Academic Advising and the Office of Co-operative Education, Experiential Learning, and Career Development.

🗓️ Date: March 17
🕐 Time: 10 to 11:30 a.m.
📍 Location: Google Meet

Sign up for the link: ontariotechu.ca/careerworkshops

This photo is a Women’s Wednesday feature of Samantha Pereira da Silva, a Master's Student in the Mitch and Leslie Frazer Faculty of Education.

Samantha Pereira da Silva is a Master's Student at @ontariotechu.bsky.social in the Mitch and Leslie Frazer Faculty of Education. Her research explores social media, addiction, fitness & mental health.

Read more about Samantha here: lnkd.in/eGiaYHit

#WomensWednesday #WomenOfOntarioTech

This photo is a Women’s Wednesday feature of Hiral Mistry, a graduate student in the Mitch & Leslie Frazer Faculty of Education.

Hiral Mistry is a graduate student at @ontariotechu.bsky.social in the Mitch and Leslie Frazer Faculty of Education. Her primary research interest is Digital Health Education.

Read more about Hiral: lnkd.in/eGiaYHit

#WomensWednesday #WomenOfOntarioTech

This photo is a Women’s Wednesday feature of Dr. Amanda Robinson, an Academic Associate in the Mitch and Leslie Frazer Faculty of Education.

Welcome back to #WomensWednesday!

Dr. Amanda Robinson is an Academic Associate at @ontariotechu.bsky.social in the Mitch and Leslie Frazer Faculty of Education. Her research explores intersections of wellness and belonging, among other topics.

Read more: lnkd.in/eGiaYHit

#WomenOfOntarioTech