September 2026 Newsletter

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SJE Newsletter - September 2026

September Highlights

black background; White text on top: "In Memoriam: Dr. Rod Michalko." bottom: rod smiling, wearing a blue cardigan and blue tinted glasses.
September 1, 2026
In Memoriam: Dr. Rod Michalko
We mourn the loss of Dr. Rod Michalko and extend our condolences to his family and friends. We invite you to share your memories of Rod and donate in his honor.
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September 1, 2026
Upcoming September Events: Welcome to New and Returning SJE Students
The Department of Social Justice Education will host two welcome events for students, faculty, and staff in September. Mark your calendars!
Headshot of Yongzhi (Jim) Huang, an Asian man with short black hair, in a dark suit and white shirt, with a neutral expression against a blurred green background.
September 1, 2026
SJE Doctoral Student Yongzhi (Jim) Huang Awarded Mitacs Accelerate Grant
Social Justice Education doctoral student Yongzhi (Jim) Huang was awarded the Mitacs Accelerate Grant for his research.
Headshot of Nana Gulic, a white woman with straight dark blonde hair and blue eyes. She has a neutral expression and a black top, behind a white background.
September 1, 2026
SJE alumna Dr. Nana Gulic Receives 2026 Canadian Association for the Study of Women in Education Doctoral Thesis Award
Social Justice Education alumna Dr. Nana Gulic received the 2026 Canadian Association for the Study of Women in Education Doctoral Thesis Award.
Project program cover, Kosa Folk Arts singers performing during the Ukrainian History as World Story event, February 2026. In a wood-paneled hall, a blonde model in a black vest and white blouse walks through a seated crowd as attendees film the lively event.
September 1, 2026
SJE Doctoral Student Saša Rajšić Awarded 2026 Grant from Danish Arts Foundation’s Committee for Visual Arts
Social Justice Education SJE Doctoral Student Saša Rajšić has received funding from The Danish Arts Foundation's Committee for Visual Arts.
left: Devon healey standing outdoors holding her award. her brown hair is in a bun with side-bangs, she wears a blue jean jacket over a white dress, smiling. right: Joseph Flessa and Deavon Healey, stand smiling, holding an award together.
September 1, 2026
Dr. Devon Healey Receives 2026 OISE Leaders and Legends Innovation Award
SJE Assistant Professor Devon Healey has been awarded the 2026 OISE Leaders and Legends Innovation Award.
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September 1, 2026
Dr. Terezia Zorić receives 2025–2026 OCUFA Service Award
Associate Professor Terezia Zorić, Teaching Stream, in SJE, receives the 2025–26 Ontario Confederation of University Faculty Associations (OCUFA) Service Award.
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September 1, 2026
Professor Emerita Sandra Acker elected Fellow of the Society for Research into Higher Education
Professor Emerita Sandra Acker elected Fellow of the Society for Research into Higher Education.
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September 1, 2026
Dr. Megan Boler Receives Major Research Grants
Professor Megan Boler has been awarded two major research grants in 2026.
left: cover for book "critical theories and the possocialist challenge." the title is on top and below is a black and white stock image of a bridge in water. right: Migelna Todorova headshot. She has short hair, wears a floral shirt and necklace, and looks neutrally at the camera.
September 1, 2026
Dr. Miglena S. Todorova Publishes New Book, Critical Theories and the Postsocialist Challenge
Associate Professor Miglena S. Todorova publishes the book, Critical Theories and the Postsocialist Challenge: Race, Gender, Decolonization and Social Justice.

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