February 20, 2026
Police officers in schools “does not mean students are safer”
Professor Beyhan Farhadi, who studies student surveillance policies, weighs in on the reintroduction of school resource officer (SRO) programs.
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February 20, 2026
Rewriting the record: OISE alum Afua Cooper on Black history in Canada
Dr. Afua Cooper is leading a national research and education project dedicated to making Black history accessible to the public. Here's why she says understanding Black history in Canada has never been more urgent.
February 5, 2026
Affirming Blackness in Academia: A lookback at the latest Black Education Symposium
For the second time, this summit brought together faculty, educators, students, and community members to centre, and reflect on, Black experiences and research.
February 2, 2026
In the News: Prof. Ann Lopez visits Doha for education conference
Professor Ann Lopez joined a panel at the 39th International Congress for School Effectiveness and Improvement to debate innovation and educational leadership.
January 30, 2026
The Opportunity that Changed Everything: Jennifer Sylvester
Almost 15 years ago, Jennifer Sylvester was a single mother working in social services when she was accepted into U of T’s Transitional Year Programme – a bridge to university for students who left school early. Now, the MEd graduate, who is of Anishinaabe descent, has returned to pursue her PhD in social justice education and teach university students who remind her of her younger self.
January 21, 2026
Holding space, honouring work, offering support: How OISE supports our Black community members
As we reflect on and celebrate Black History Month, here is a resource for members who wanted to navigate Black History Month programming.
January 6, 2026
Two faculty named recipients of 2025 Connaught New Researcher Award
Dr. Shozab Raza and Dr. Ellen Gutowski are among 50 named recipients to annual U of T award.
November 3, 2025
OISE alum Dr. JJ Wright named Edmonton's Top 40 Under 40
'Combating hate and celebrating queer joy as resistance': OISE alumna Dr. JJ Wright has been named one of Edmonton’s Top 40 Under 40. Dr. Wright, a scholar, advocate and graduate of the Department of Social Justice Education, is currently a professor at MacEwan University, teaching and researching in the areas of sociology and gender studies.
October 20, 2025
This international student and this retiree became roommates through a home-share program. Now they’re inseparable
For doctoral student Christine and her roommate Bonnie, moving in together was a way to survive the housing crisis. They become fast friends.
September 10, 2025
Review: Professor Devon Healey's Rainbow on Mars
'Rainbow on Mars' is a multidisciplinary work of theatre and ballet that calls on audiences to question the primacy of vision in our world.
August 27, 2025
The University of Toronto honours community champion, OISE alum Jean Augustine
The Honourable Jean Augustine – revered educator, politician, social activist and OISE alum – receives this year’s prestigious Rose Wolfe Distinguished Alumni Award. She has devoted her extraordinary career to expanding opportunity, advancing equity and sharing knowledge.
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.
