January 17, 2024
More than 'fixing something': Professor Jen Gilbert, on her long research focus on sex ed controversies
New faculty Professor Jen Gilbert now chairs the Department of Curriculum, Teaching, and Learning.
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December 15, 2023
Happy Holidays from Dean Erica Walker
As we bid farewell to this year, I am filled with gratitude reflecting on my first year as Dean. Getting to know the OISE community has been an incredible journey, and each day, I am amazed by the collective brilliance and passion that defines us.
December 13, 2023
New faces, sad goodbyes, big achievements: OISE’s 2023 Year in Review
Here is a glimpse into the ongoing endeavors, memories and takeaways from OISE in 2023.
November 8, 2023
OISE graduate Christina Tjandra connects with kids, in classrooms and on the page
Doctoral student Christina Tjandra arrives at Fall Convocation with a second OISE degree, new research questions, and a self-published children’s novel.
September 21, 2023
Re-centring classroom learning around social, environmental issues: The ENCORE Lab and critical action learning
Critical Action Learning Exchange (CALE) is a community of educators who engage classrooms in “critical inquiry” about environmental and social issues.
September 20, 2023
Message to the community about planned demonstration at Queen’s Park
Dean Erica Walker and the OISE community want to emphasize U of T's commitment to inclusion, excellence, diversity, and access. OISE stands with the 2SLGBTQ+ community, and remains steadfast in our commitment to building safe and welcoming learning environments for all.
September 8, 2023
OISE alum Jennifer Johnson's work helps children find their inner compass
Inspired by her 8-year-old, Jennifer co-founded Captains & Poets, a social emotional learning initiative that helps kids develop their best, authentic selves.
August 8, 2023
A celebrated six: Meet the 2023 Leaders & Legends Award winners
Six women have been awarded a 2023 Leaders and Legends award, which celebrates the impact of OISE's alumni and friends.
July 21, 2023
Kathleen Gallagher’s U of T Press publication wins the American Alliance of Theatre and Education Distinguished Book Award
Professor Kathleen Gallagher's latest book has received a Distinguished Book Award from the American Alliance for Theatre and Education.
July 13, 2023
Sights and sounds: The July 6 conversations about the anti-Asian racism report for the York district school board
On June 15, York Region District School Board has received a report regarding anti-Asian racism in York Region from two OISE-affiliates education researchers.
June 16, 2023
‘Finding routes through loss’: OISE graduate Rebecca Beaulne-Stuebing receives Leithwood Award for research on Indigenous grief medicines
An OISE graduate of the class of 2022, Dr. Rebecca Beaulne-Stuebing receives recognition for her doctoral research on Indigenous grief medicines.
June 15, 2023
York school board receives Anti-Asian Racism report from OISE-linked researchers
York Region District School Board has received a report from Dr. Mary Reid of OISE and Dr. Ardavan Eizadirad of Laurier University regarding anti-Asian racism.
