Alumni News

Keeping your data safe: EngSci alumnus Karl Martin explains what it takes

February 1, 2020

  Unlocking your smart phone using your fingerprint is very convenient, but it comes with a risk of identity theft and surveillance.  To mark Data Privacy Day on January 28, biometrics expert and alumnus Karl Martin (EngSci 0T1, ECE MASc 0T3, PhD 1T0) explained to U of T Engineering what you need to know to […]

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We Remember: EngSci students and alumna reflect on the legacy of December 6

December 5, 2019

This year marks the 30th anniversary of the École Polytechnique massacre, the deadliest mass shooting in Canadian history.  On Dec. 6, 2019 at 5 p.m., 14 engineering schools across Canada will unite to remember the 14 victims, who were targeted because of their gender. Each school will shine a light into the sky in solidarity, […]

Entrepreneurial students get a boost

November 19, 2019

Nov. 19, 2019   A generous donation from law firm Bereskin & Parr LLP will support student teams in U of T’s Entrepreneurship Hatchery as they take their ideas from initial spark to viable startup. Read the full story here. EngSci alumna Isi Caulder (EngSci 8T9, ElecE MASc 9T1, LLB 9T5) is a Bereskin & […]

Outstanding EngSci alumni, students and friends honoured with 2019 EAN Awards

November 18, 2019

Nov. 18, 2019   Four EngSci alumni, a current student, and a close friend of the program were recognized for their remarkable accomplishments and dedication to their communities at the Engineering Alumni Network (EAN) Awards on Nov. 7. “Quite an evening for EngSci students, alumni and friends,” says EngSci’s Intermin Chair, Professor Will Cluett.  “Their […]

EngSci alumni help Human Powered Vehicle Design Team sets world record

September 26, 2019

Sept. 26, 2019   This month, Friday the 13th was a lucky day for U of T Engineering’s Human Powered Vehicle Design Team (HPVDT), as they broke the world record for tandem biking at the World Human Powered Speed Challenge (WHPSC). Learn how EngSci alumni helped the team shatter their previous record with a top […]

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EngSci alumnus named to the Order of Canada

January 11, 2019

  Dr. Arthur Slutsky (EngSci 7T0, MASc MIE 7T2) has been named a Member of the Order of Canada. Slutsky was honoured “for his contributions to the research of mechanical ventilation injury and its prevention through non-conventional respiratory mechanics.” As vice-president of research at St. Michael’s Hospital over the past 18 years, his passion and […]

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Taking off with Kristen Facciol (EngSci 0T9), Canadian space roboticist

October 25, 2018

  EngSci alumna Kristen Facciol (0T9 Aerospace) has an exceptionally exciting job. She recently became one of only 14 Canadians to earn the CSA/NASA Robotics Flight Controller Certification, which will allow her to provide direct support to the International Space Station during spacewalks and other operations. Facciol currently works as an operations engineer with the […]

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EngScis named to Developer 30 Under 30 list

July 9, 2018

EngSci alumni Jessica Lovelock (1T4) and Shums Kassam (1T8) are among 30 young Canadians on the Developer 30 Under 30 list.  They are being recognized for their work in helping build the technical infrastructure behind Canadian companies. See the full list here.

EngSci alumna Janis Chodas receives an honorary degree

June 22, 2018

  The Division of Engineering Science is proud to congratulate alumna Janis Chodas (EngSci 7T8, MASc UTIAS 8T0), who was awarded the title of Doctor of Science, honoris causa, at the Convocation Ceremony on June 19. Watch Janis Chodas deliver her convocation address. Chodas was honored for her outstanding contributions as an engineer during her […]

Meet EngSci’s newest “Grads to Watch”

June 11, 2018

Graduating EngSci students Kimberly Cota and Jeremy Chan-Hao Wang (both 1T7 PEY) are among this year’s U of T Engineering Grads to Watch. Kimberly completed the Energy Systems Major where her undergraduate thesis focused on wireless charging for electric vehicles, an area of research she hopes to pursue in the future. Jeremy studied in the […]