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Left to right: Sarah Jones, Professor Julie Kerekes and Rebecca Schmor. Contributed photo.

March 4, 2024

A growing ‘peer sponsorship’: OISE doctoral students co-edit book on language norms

Doctoral students Sarah Jones and Rebecca Schmor teamed up with Professor Julie Kerekes to work on an edited volume for applied linguistics.

March 4, 2024

OISE celebrates the retirement of esteemed Professors Clare Brett and Antoinette Gagné

OISE honours distinguished alumni, OISE Professors Clare Brett and Antoinette Gagné on their retirement day. The entire community extends its heartfelt congratulations to our two educators, researchers and leaders for their impactful careers in education.

March 1, 2024

Big Questions Survey: Help shape OISE's next academic plan

OISE's academic planning process has begun. Complete this survey to share your views and perspectives about OISE and its future, and stay tuned for more opportunities to share your ideas.

February 20, 2024

Andrew B. Campbell of OISE is recognized for his commitment to advancing equity in education

Addrew B. Campbell receives the 2024 Boonoonoonos Black History Month Award

January 22, 2024

OISE faculty helm newly founded, quickly growing Science of Learning blog

Dr. Nidhi Sachdeva and Professor Jim Hewitt‘s new blog examines the latest research into the science of learning and its implications for practice.

professor jen gilbert standing outside of the OISE building

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.

Needles of a pine tree, tinted blue and lightly dusted by snowflakes

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.

dean walker wishes and welcome event 2023

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.

christina tjandra the jar that holds the universe

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.

The Pride, Canadian, and Trans flags raised at the University of Toronto

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.