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OISE Alumni & Friends @oisealumni.bsky.social · 07/10/2026

What happens when public sector leaders get it wrong? From missteps to scandals, author Dr. Trudy Sopp joins Dr. Jeff Myers for a deep dive. ✨ Join for the conversation & stay for the reception! f.mtr.cool/dj4s01lqku

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OISE Alumni & Friends @oisealumni.bsky.social · 06/10/2026

How is AI changing the way we teach, learn and prepare for the future? On October 22, join OISE and JICS Lab School experts as they explore the implications of emerging technologies for education. Register now! f.mtr.cool/jx2g70x378

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OISE Alumni & Friends @oisealumni.bsky.social · 24/09/2026

Evening dinner, or golf, or both — you choose! Join us FORE the future on October 2. Come out to the stunning Angus Glen Golf Club for an unforgettable experience! Support the JICS Lab School as we celebrate 100 years of educational excellence. www.oise.utoronto.ca/about/events...

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OISE Alumni & Friends @oisealumni.bsky.social · 22/09/2026

Sept 24: Are we in the era of artificial education? Join OISE and the Toronto Star for a virtual panel discussion about the state of AI in classrooms. www.oise.utoronto.ca/home/about/e...

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OISE Alumni & Friends @oisealumni.bsky.social · 17/09/2026

☀️🔋 OISE now has 299 high-efficiency solar panels on its roof, expanding on-site renewable energy generation at the University of Toronto. Read more about this major climate positive initiative at OISE: f.mtr.cool/5ed2sz35zi

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OISE Alumni & Friends @oisealumni.bsky.social · 15/09/2026

Your experience could shape a student’s future. Become a mentor in the OISE Mentorship Program and share your knowledge, perspective and professional experience with the next generation. ✨ Ready to make an impact? f.mtr.cool/63wenc4o2p

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OISE Alumni & Friends @oisealumni.bsky.social · 10/09/2026

Thank you and farewell, Denise! Long-standing OISE staffer Denise Makovac (MEd) is retiring, capping a 30-plus year career at the University of Toronto! 🎉 f.mtr.cool/nwl80ndlce

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OISE Alumni & Friends @oisealumni.bsky.social · 09/09/2026

🚀 Become a mentor in the OISE Mentorship Program! Advance your professional portfolio within a supportive, hybrid community. You will join one of U of T’s largest mentorship matching programs. Sign-up by Sept. 23! www.oise.utoronto.ca/alumni-friends…

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OISE Alumni & Friends @oisealumni.bsky.social · 02/09/2026

November 5: Join news anchor Heather Hiscox as she engages Hon. Bob Rae and Hon. Erin O'Toole in debate over the question: Should national interest take precedence over global responsibility? 🍁 Get discount tickets now! victoria.alumni.utoronto.ca/event/G…

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OISE Alumni & Friends @oisealumni.bsky.social · 27/08/2026

Big changes are coming to Ontario's K-12 education system this September. Three OISE scholars discuss Ontario's plan to run "school boards like businesses". theconversation.com/what-ontarians-…

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OISE Alumni & Friends @oisealumni.bsky.social · 25/08/2026

🎈 At her retirement celebration at OISE, educator and alum Jane Witte thought she was gathering to mark the end of a career in education. Instead, her son Zach Witman and his husband Michael Witman revealed a very special surprise: www.oise.utoronto.ca/about/news/0...

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OISE Alumni & Friends @oisealumni.bsky.social · 12/08/2026

🏟️ August 30: Make the most of your summer with a high-energy afternoon of pro soccer, alumni connection, and CNE access in one ticket! varsityblues.universitytickets.com/…

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OISE Alumni & Friends @oisealumni.bsky.social · 06/08/2026

📸 The many shades of our events and celebrations year-round! Swipe ➡️

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OISE Alumni & Friends @oisealumni.bsky.social · 28/07/2026

🧮 📐 Math teachers, want to strengthen student confidence, engagement, and identity in mathematics? Join OISE for Count Me In! on August 27. www.eventbrite.com/e/count-me-in-su…

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OISE Alumni & Friends @oisealumni.bsky.social · 23/07/2026

💡 Sometimes the best way to lead is to 'unlead'. A two-time OISE graduate and new faculty member, Dr. Vidya Shah set out to rethink what leadership could look like. www.oise.utoronto.ca/home/about/new…

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OISE Alumni & Friends @oisealumni.bsky.social · 21/07/2026

💐 Congrats to new grad Dr. Louis Busch who has joined the Faculty of Health at York University as a tenure-track Assistant Professor in Clinical Psychology, specializing in Indigenous mental health! Dr. Busch shared his gratitude to the many Elders, Knowledge Keepers, and mentors who supported him.

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OISE Alumni & Friends @oisealumni.bsky.social · 16/07/2026

Ontario needs more than one million university graduates to meet its labour market needs over the next decade, says report. Alum Dr. Glen Jones weighs in. www.ctvnews.ca/toronto/article/onta…

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OISE Alumni & Friends @oisealumni.bsky.social · 24/06/2026

Lifelong learning takes many forms—and sometimes it comes with a soundtrack. ✏️✨ Alumni recently gathered for our #UofTReunion edition of Drawing Disco, an interactive sketching experience led by artist-extraordinaire Erin Finley.

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OISE Alumni & Friends @oisealumni.bsky.social · 11/06/2026

If you would like to make a donation in Nina’s memory, please give to a scholarship at the University of Toronto in Nina Dixon’s name: engage.utoronto.ca/site/SPageSe...

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OISE Alumni & Friends @oisealumni.bsky.social · 11/06/2026

Today, we remember and celebrate Nina Dixon, an extraordinary Master of Teaching student whose presence is deeply missed as we mark this year's Convocation. Please join us in remembering Nina — a natural leader, loyal friend, and bold adventurer: www.oise.utoronto.ca/alumni-frien...

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OISE Alumni & Friends @oisealumni.bsky.social · 10/06/2026

Celebrate Pride Month at OISE with 2SLGBTQ+ educators and allies! ➡️ oise.jotform.com/261265461672863

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OISE Alumni & Friends @oisealumni.bsky.social · 09/06/2026

🏅 Nine years. Three degrees. Countless game days. Meet graduating student and future teacher Andrea Chiappetta: f.mtr.cool/wbgchehorw

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OISE Alumni & Friends @oisealumni.bsky.social · 03/06/2026

📢 Shoutout to Profs. Stephanie Waterman and Grace Karram Stephenson! Kristine Latincic, who graduated today with her degree in higher education and student services from OISE, gives advices for future students and shares what she gained throughout her OISE experience.

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OISE Alumni & Friends @oisealumni.bsky.social · 03/06/2026

Just as quickly as Indigenous scholarship recipient Allison Green began her @ctloise.bsky.social studies has it wrapped up. And she’s more grounded than ever. f.mtr.cool/mbgyyrtchb #UofTGrad26

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OISE Alumni & Friends @oisealumni.bsky.social · 28/05/2026

To prevent youth gang violence, Marycarmen Lara Villanueva says safe housing, funded schools, and community spaces make a difference – but also how boys visualize themselves. theconversation.com/how-structural-…

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OISE Alumni & Friends @oisealumni.bsky.social · 27/05/2026

Grad mode. Unlocked. Congratulations to the OISE Class of 2026! www.oise.utoronto.ca/convocation-...

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OISE Alumni & Friends @oisealumni.bsky.social · 22/05/2026

#UofTReunion starts here! 🌷 Your alma mater, 100+ events, countless ways to connect this June. Choose your OISE events now: www.bit.ly/oise-reunion-2026

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OISE Alumni & Friends @oisealumni.bsky.social · 20/05/2026

The Indigenous Education Network brings frontline community and social workers to explore what care looks like in Black and Indigenous contexts on May 27. Facilitated by OISE alumna Dr. Jennifer Wemigwans. RSVP at forms.office.com/pages/respon... @uoftirn.bsky.social @oiselibrary.bsky.social

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OISE Alumni & Friends @oisealumni.bsky.social · 12/05/2026

Natural Curiosity is coming together again on June 16th with Joseph Pitawanakwat, Andrés Jiménez, and Junaid Khan to explore ecological knowledge held within Anishinaabemowin bird names! www.naturalcuriosity.ca/birdsofanis…

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OISE Alumni & Friends @oisealumni.bsky.social · 06/05/2026

AI is reshaping education at a remarkable pace – but what does its rise mean for the planet? Join OISE alum @mariavamvalis.bsky.social to explore: www.oise.utoronto.ca/home/scan/even… @uoftenvironment.bsky.social

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OISE Alumni & Friends @oisealumni.bsky.social · 04/05/2026

🎆 There's one week left to submit your nominations for OISE's deserving alumni and friends. Check out our easy-to-use nomination form to get started! oise.jotform.com/neumannb/2026-oise…

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OISE Alumni & Friends @oisealumni.bsky.social · 28/04/2026

🧠✍️ While most AI tools are trained on adult language, OISE researcher Eunice Jang has developed a platform that understands how children speak, write and learn. More on using AI to better assess kids' language skills: magazine.utoronto.ca/research-ide... @torontosri.bsky.social @its.utoronto.ca

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OISE Alumni & Friends @oisealumni.bsky.social · 21/04/2026

#NationalVolunteerWeek ✨ We are proud of our many alumni, students and friends who volunteer. You are enriching lives and making our community stronger. Thank you for giving back to #UofT.

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OISE Alumni & Friends @oisealumni.bsky.social · 21/04/2026

Peak migration season. Expert guides. One of Canada’s best birding spots. Join fellow U of T alumni at Point Pelee National Park on May 11 for an exclusive guided tour. www.utm.utoronto.ca/alumni/point-pe… @utm.utoronto.ca @artsci.utoronto.ca

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OISE Alumni & Friends @oisealumni.bsky.social · 17/04/2026

Join our Executive Board! 🏛️ Apply your unique perspectives and leadership skills to the OISE alumni and university community. Become a candidate in the biennial elections for the OISE Alumni Association volunteer leadership team. Apply by May 18. oise.jotform.com/form/oiseaa-2026-c…

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OISE Alumni & Friends @oisealumni.bsky.social · 15/04/2026

At a point in his career when many reflect on their legacy, OISE alumnus Dr. Doug McDougall is doing what he’s always done, looking ahead: sharing new research, forming connections, and shaping the future of mathematics education on a global stage. www.oise.utoronto.ca/about/news/0...

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OISE Alumni & Friends @oisealumni.bsky.social · 08/04/2026

When Anuli Ndubuisi came to Canada from Nigeria to pursue a PhD at OISE in 2019, she brought years of experience in energy industry. Now she's putting her skills to work in academia: brn.utoronto.ca/oise-phd-student-de… @uoftbrn.bsky.social

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OISE Alumni & Friends @oisealumni.bsky.social · 06/04/2026

OISE is top 10 again in the world in 2026! 🍁 While @utoronto.ca ranked first in Canada and top 17 globally in QS World University Rankings by Subject 2026. www.oise.utoronto.ca/about/news/04-…

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OISE Alumni & Friends @oisealumni.bsky.social · 06/04/2026

Nominations are OPEN for the 2026 Leaders and Legends Awards! These awards recognize our alumni and friends around the globe in six categories. Make your nomination by May 10: www.oise.utoronto.ca/alumni-friends…

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OISE Alumni & Friends @oisealumni.bsky.social · 02/04/2026

📺 Get on-demand access to our Future of Ed Panel with Dr. Geoffrey Hinton on the evolving role of AI in children’s learning. Part of the JICS Lab School’s Centennial. www.oise.utoronto.ca/about/news/02-…

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OISE Alumni & Friends @oisealumni.bsky.social · 01/04/2026

Graduating students Eun Gi (Cathy) Kim, Ahmet Su & Mandy Nelson have received the 2026 #UofT Student Leadership Award! The trio continue a long tradition of student excellence: www.oise.utoronto.ca/about/news/03-…

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OISE Alumni & Friends @oisealumni.bsky.social · 26/03/2026

April 17: Discover how we are rethinking human‑centered skills as students navigate an educational landscape transformed by artificial intelligence. Presented by @oiseuoft.bsky.social and @engineering.utoronto.ca, register now at alumni.utoronto.ca/events/rethinkin…

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OISE Alumni & Friends @oisealumni.bsky.social · 17/03/2026

🎬 It was a full house at our JICS at the Movies event featuring The Making of a Japanese – a warm, intimate documentary that takes viewers inside a Tokyo public elementary school: www.oise.utoronto.ca/about/news/03-…

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OISE Alumni & Friends @oisealumni.bsky.social · 17/03/2026

🏆 Seven Arbor Award winners have demonstrated outstanding leadership and volunteerism this year. Meet Alice Bhyat, Dan Bowyer, Megan Pearson, Daniel Parmar, Hyunjung Shin, Glen Sharpe, and Janina Shuster – our esteemed alumni and friends. www.oise.utoronto.ca/home/about/n...

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OISE Alumni & Friends @oisealumni.bsky.social · 12/03/2026

Congratulations to OISE alumna Cindy Gouveia, PhD, who has become the 9th President and Vice-Chancellor of Sheridan College. The institution celebrated Dr. Gouveia with a special ceremony on Tuesday at which OISE's own Dr. Eric Jackman attended. Read more: www.oakvillenews.org/local-news/s...

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OISE Alumni & Friends @oisealumni.bsky.social · 25/02/2026

💡🌍 Why does international education matter today? Join us on March 11 with Dr. Rosanna Wong, DBE, JP and Dr. Ahmed Hussain. Together, they’ll explore the evolving role of international education — and how global partnerships can shape a more equitable future. www.oise.utoronto.ca/about/events...

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