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91�� remains Canada’s top university in 2027 QS World University Rankings

admin — Thu, 25 Jun 2026 19:03:17 +0000

University places 30th globally and breaks into global top 10 for sustainability

91�� is once again Canada’s top university, according to the 2027 QS World University Rankings released June 17. Rated 30th in the world among more than 1,500 institutions, 91�� remains the highest-ranked university in Canada and the only Canadian institution to hold a place in the QS’ global top 30 for four consecutive years.

Samantha Kenny: Oral Defence ECP

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Sarah Marshall: Oral Defence DISE

admin — Mon, 22 Jun 2026 18:31:50 +0000

Prof. Lynn Butler-Kisber from the Department of Integrated Studies in Education is proud to announce that Sarah Marshall, a doctoral candidate in Educational Studies, will be defending their dissertation on Jun

John Sylliboy: Oral Defence DISE

admin — Mon, 22 Jun 2026 14:48:55 +0000

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B.A. (Education); Major in Education in Global Contexts Highlighted in Maclean's

admin — Tue, 16 Jun 2026 19:51:33 +0000

91�� Faculty of Education’s B.A. (Education); Major in Education in Global Contexts has been selected as a “stand out program” in Maclean’s 2026 Ultimate Guide to Canadian Universities.

Designed for students interested in the intersections of education, leadership, policy, and social change, the program combines interdisciplinary study with practical experience through a semester-long internship.

Congratulations to Silar Gardy for Successfully Defending Her Dissertation

admin — Tue, 16 Jun 2026 20:02:49 +0000

Silar Gardy successfully defended her PhD Oral Defence in Currie Room 304 on June 15th, 2026.

The title of her thesis:
"The influence of dietary protein on bone health in endurance runners"

Oral Defence Comittee:
Dr. Jenna Gibbs (Supervisor), Dr. Dennis Jensen, Dr. Anne-Sophie Brazeau, Dr. Andrea Josse, Dr. Rowan Barrett, Dr. Panagiota Klentrou

Silar Gardy is with Dr. Jenna Gibbs's Gibbs lab.

Congratulations to Kerrigan Sunday for Successfully Defending Her Dissertation

admin — Mon, 15 Jun 2026 20:02:04 +0000

Kerrigan Sunday successfully defended her PhD Oral Defence in Currie Room 304 on June 8th, 2026.

The title of her thesis:
"Sex-specific biomechanics of fatigue and foot numbness in cycling"

Oral Defence Comittee:
Dr. Jenna Gibbs, Prof. Julie Côté, Dr. Tyler Churchward-Venne, Prof. Rosaire Mongrain, Dr. Guillaume Durandau, Dr. Katherine Boyer

Kerrigan Sunday was with Dr. Julie Côté's Biomechanics of Occupation and Sport (BOS) lab.

New CRC, Rachel Langevin, Receives President’s Prize for Outstanding Emerging Researchers

admin — Tue, 02 Jun 2026 12:32:38 +0000

Three exceptional scholars at 91�� were awarded the 2026 President’s Prize for Outstanding Emerging Researchers at convocation ceremonies held on May 28, May 29 and June 1. The annual prize recognizes early-career researchers who have distinguished themselves by their exceptional contributions to research. Faculty of Education's Prof. Rachel Langevin, was among the three winners.

New Appointment for ECP's Prof. Marie-Hélène Pennestri

admin — Fri, 20 Mar 2026 14:58:49 +0000

On March 20, 2026, it was announced that Professor Marie-Hélène Pennestri will be appointed as 91��'s new Dean of Graduate and Postdoctoral Studies and Associate Provost (Graduate Education). The 91�� Board of Governors approved both appointments at its meeting on March 19, 2026 and her five-year term will begin on July 1, 2026.

Krista Muis Interviewed about Teaching Digital Literacy to Kids

admin — Fri, 22 May 2026 19:17:04 +0000

Prof. Krista Muis’ digital literacy research helps children separate facts from fiction online by identifying credible information sources, using better search techniques, and improving cognitive skills. By collaborating closely with students and teachers, Muis’ research has the potential to inform curriculum reform and educator workshops across Canada, helping strengthen digital literacy skills among youth as young as nine. Listen to Dr.

Kristy Robinson and Bassam Khoury Appointed as New and Renewed William Dawson Scholars

admin — Thu, 04 Jun 2026 20:02:00 +0000

Provost and Executive Vice-President (Academic) Angela Campbell has named 31 91�� professors as Distinguished James 91�� Professors, James 91�� Professors or William Dawson Scholars. The internal awards recognize exceptional research achievements.

Steven Shaw Comments to the CBC on the Rise in School Absenteeism

admin — Fri, 16 Jan 2026 13:35:49 +0000

In an article titled "School absenteeism is growing across Canada and skyrocketing in these Quebec districts", Professor Steven Shaw talks with journalist, Paula Dayan-Perez, on the lack of resources in the education system that makes youth susceptible to absenteeism. He says it’s important for kids to feel safe at school, but there aren’t enough people who can help create safe environments — like school nurses, counselors and psychologists. Shaw says the system is especially letting down kids who need more support, including kids w

Internalization of homophobia and transphobia may undermine mental health benefits of religiosity or spirituality for LGBTQIA+ people, study finds

admin — Mon, 13 Apr 2026 13:47:58 +0000

Non-affirming religious doctrine may engender internalized homophobia or transphobia among LGBTQIA+ people of faith, undermining the positive mental health outcomes otherwise associated with religiosity and spirituality, a 91�� study has found.

Daniel and Monica Gold Centre for Early Childhood Development Award-Winners

admin — Tue, 20 Jan 2026 17:04:06 +0000

The Daniel and Monica Gold Centre for Early Childhood Development provides funding for graduate students and researchers in the Faculty of Education to support their research in Early Childhood Development (e.g. social-emotional, cognitive or physical development, neurodiverse learning, clinical assessment, innovative educational approaches). Through their work, award winners will generate and share evidence-based knowledge to support young children and their families, advancing the Centre’s objective to help all children get the best start in life.

Study offers guidance on the therapeutic use of mindfulness, yoga to boost mental health for dementia patients

admin — Wed, 04 Mar 2026 14:36:49 +0000

Non-pharmacological interventions, such as mindfulness, meditation, yoga, tai chi and breathing practices, have shown promise in helping to reduce some mental health symptoms of patients living with cognitive decline or dementia, but it has been unclear which types work best, for whom and under what conditions.