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Professor Sheryl Lightfoot (second from the left) and IRN Managing Director Meagan Hamilton (far right) travelled to Sápmi to build relationships for the International Indigenous Research Consortium. (Photo courtesy: Meagan Hamilton)

November 4, 2025

U of T Indigenous Research Network fosters partnerships to launch global Indigenous research consortium

OISE doctoral student Indira Quintasi Orosco co-ordinates collaborations between Indigenous scholars and Indigenous studies programs in the Global South.

October 30, 2025

Student Research Spotlight - Samantha Clarizio

Samantha Clarizio (she/her) is a recent alumnus of the MA program in Higher Education from OISE’s Department of Leadership, Higher and Adult Education (LHAE).

October 29, 2025

OISE dean, alumni association congratulate Professor Ruth Hayhoe on honorary doctorate in education

Professor Ruth Hayhoe received an Honorary Doctorate in education from USJ Macao, recognizing her 70 years of impact in international education.

October 27, 2025

New OISE grad Dr. Tanitiã Munroe is entering a new era of leadership and service

Dr. Tanitiã Munroe, who completed her PhD in the Department of Leadership, Higher and Adult Education (LHAE), focuses on Black youth in education.

October 16, 2025

Ontario’s colleges were founded to serve local and regional needs — have we forgotten that?, writes PhD student Emilda Thavaratnam

The late William G. Davis, former Ontario Premier and founder of OISE, played a defining role in creating a new college system in 1965, which, over the last six decades, has seen a dramatic shift in policy direction and funding.

September 23, 2025

From the University of Toronto to Western Michigan University

Over the summer of 2025, Laveeza Naeem, along with Yifan Zhang, had the opportunity to be Summer Interns at Western Michigan University (WMU) in Kalamazoo, Michigan.

September 22, 2025

Student Research Spotlight - Erin Anderson

Erin Anderson (she/her) is a PhD Candidate in Higher Education at the Ontario Institute for Studies in Education (OISE), where her research explores how ableism shapes postsecondary education and how student affairs practitioners can create inclusive, affirming environments for disabled students.

August 5, 2025

Professor Creso Sá re-appointed Distinguished Professor in Science Policy, Higher Education, and Innovation

The University of Toronto offers the Distinguished Professor Award to a select number of faculty with highly distinguished accomplishments.

August 5, 2025

International students’ stories are vital in shaping Canada’s future, says OISE PhD student

Over the past decade, international students have navigated a complex landscape shaped by neoliberal policies, says Emilda Thavaratnam, a PhD student in leadership and higher education. As Canada continues to welcome international students, it’s essential to uphold their rights and recognize their resiliency.

July 31, 2025

'Forging ahead': The 2025 OISE Leaders & Legends awards winners are bridging gaps in education

Through their creative efforts to improve education, this year’s six alumni winners – Justin Patrick, Maria Rogers, Shijing Xu, John Dias, Cindy Sinclair and Erin Finley – have been recognized for their excellence and leadership in teaching, research and advocacy.

July 15, 2025

OISE welcomes five new faculty in 2025

OISE welcomes five new faculty of talented researchers, educators and colleagues including Dr. Brendan Andrade, Dr. Lydia Cao, Angela Easby, Dr. Lore/tta LeMaster, and Dr. Vidya Shah.

June 4, 2025

Louis Busch: weaving knowledge to heal and teach differently

Member of the Bear Clan of the Nisichawayasihk Cree Nation, the PhD student is working to transform university teaching by integrating Indigenous perspectives.