An arbitrator has ruled against former professor Denis Rancourt’s bid to reclaim his job at the University of Ottawa.
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The University of Ottawa will offer a master’s in bilingualism studies program beginning in September 2014, in an effort to promote the bilingual and Francophone presence on campus.
Tabaret Hall’s construction was completed to reveal a new student lounge on Jan 20. Separated into three rooms on the first floor, the space seats close to 150 students and comes equipped with fireplaces, microwaves, sofas, chairs, and counters with plugs for laptops.
The University of Ottawa Health Services has cut its two on-staff psychologists in what it has called a “reorganization” of mental health services offered by the university.
The two University of Ottawa professors who conducted a research study that included an interview with accused killer Luka Magnotta have won their legal bid to quash a Montreal police warrant for the video.
The University of Ottawa Student Emergency Response Team (UOSERT) gathered for its first meeting on Jan. 22 with the hopes of establishing a campus-wide first response unit.
The company behind the Bixi bike share system, which has two stations on campus, has filed for bankruptcy.
A campaign by the Graduate Students’ Association (GSAÉD) aiming to create nursing and breastfeeding spaces at the University of Ottawa was launched with a panel discussion Jan. 22.
The Student Appeal Centre (SAC) has awarded its third Iron Fist Award to Julie Beauchamp, vice-dean of undergraduate and professional programs at the Telfer School of Management, for allegedly academically penalizing students for non-academic infractions.
The Right Honourable Michaëlle Jean, who currently serves as chancellor of the University of Ottawa, has been named honorary chair of the summer university on francophone studies, hosted by the U of O.
The University of Ottawa Muslim Students Association (UOMSA) is seeking access to more information from Food Services about halal meat at the cafeteria after several students reported eating a Quiznos sandwich thinking it was halal, only to discover the sauce is not.
Café Nostalgica has obtained a business license and has promoted chef David Breitenherdt to the head manager position after dismissing its previous manager in November.
Jer’s Vision, an Ottawa-based youth initiative and non-profit organization, is spearheading an awareness campaign in January and February aimed at highlighting the recent signing of an anti-gay law in Russia, which criminalizes the promotion of “non-traditional sexual relations” to minors.
While the U of O faces pressure to build more residences, there are considerable financial restraints preventing on-campus developments.
The Board of Administration (BOA) convened on Dec. 1 to discuss General Assemblies (GA), live streaming the Olympics, the undergraduate seat on the Senate Appeals Committee (SAC), toilet paper reform, and a new scholarship.
The Student Federation of the University of Ottawa (SFUO) has had difficulties replacing the volunteer coordinator and philanthropic coordinator after both members left their positions at the beginning of September.
Recent University of Ottawa graduate Kevin Graham was recognized Nov. 29 at the Ontario chapter of the College of Family Physicians’ 51st Annual Scientific Assembly as a future leader in family medicine.
Two researchers at the University of Ottawa Heart Institute recently published a study proving that heart disease can be preventable if potential sufferers are willing to make lifestyle changes.
A recent study conducted by University of Ottawa PhD student Robert Way and York University professor Kevin Cowtan concluded that global warming is coming at a much faster pace than previously forecasted.
The City of Ottawa has paired up with Flybits, a Toronto-based start-up affiliated with Ryerson University, to create a navigation app that allows commuters real-time information about traffic reports.
The manager of Café Nostalgica was fired after a period of turmoil for the recently reopened bar. Kate Gauvreau was relieved from her position last week with no clear reason as to why she was dismissed.
Critics of the General Assembly’s (GA) creation said they were unable to prepare for the Nov. 25 referendum debates due to the event’s lack of publicity.
A former University of Ottawa student was killed in a car accident at Bathgate Drive and Montreal Road on Nov. 17.
Members of the Student Federation of the University of Ottawa (SFUO) Board of Administration (BOA) expressed frustration following a nearly seven-hour meeting Nov. 17 that included a budget review, four motions, and votes on the creation of two ad-hoc special committees.
Students from the University of Ottawa who have complained about the website may want to give it another look.
