Trent University Congratulates Dr. Steven Murphy on Installation as New President of UOIT
Trent and UOIT share a history of successful partnerships and collaboration
Building on an already strong partnership, the Trent University community welcomes and congratulates Dr. Steven Murphy on the occasion of his installation as the fourth president and vice-chancellor of the University of Ontario Institute of Technology (UOIT).
Dr. Leo Groarke, president and vice-chancellor of Trent University, and Joe Muldoon, head of Trent University Durham Greater Toronto Area, attended the installation ceremony at UOIT’s campus in Oshawa, Ontario.
“The Trent University community looks forward to working with Dr. Murphy and his team to continue to build on the strong partnership between our universities,” said President Leo Groarke. “As the Trent Durham GTA campus continues to grow in the region, it is the perfect time for both universities to explore opportunities for further academic partnership and the enhancement of existing programs and pathways.”
Trent University’s nearly 100 diverse and dynamic academic programs available across its two campuses and strengths across disciplines are complemented by the longstanding partnership with UOIT.
Together Trent University and UOIT have helped the East GTA to thrive during times of economic change.
“Trent and UOIT will continue to collaborate and drive prosperity in the region,” added Dr. Groarke.
About Trent University
One of Canada's top universities, Trent University was founded on the ideal of interactive learning that's personal, purposeful and transformative. Consistently recognized nationally for leadership in teaching, research and student satisfaction, Trent attracts excellent students from across the country and around the world. Here, undergraduate and graduate students connect and collaborate with faculty, staff and their peers through diverse communities that span residential colleges, classrooms, disciplines, hands-on research, co-curricular and community-based activities. Across all disciplines, Trent brings critical, integrative thinking to life every day. Today, Trent's unique approach to personal development through supportive, collaborative community engagement is in more demand than ever. Students lead the way by co-creating experiences rooted in dialogue, diverse perspectives and collaboration. In a learning environment that builds life-long passion for inclusion, leadership and social change, Trent's students, alumni, faculty and staff are engaged global citizens who are catalysts in developing sustainable solutions to complex issues. Trent's Peterborough campus boasts award-winning architecture in a breathtaking natural setting on the banks of the Otonabee River, just 90 minutes from downtown Toronto, while Trent University Durham Greater Toronto Area, delivers a distinct mix of programming in the east GTA.
Kate Gennings, communications and media relations officer, Trent University, (705) 748-1011 x6180 or kategennings@trentu.ca