News & Stories: Alumni and Friends

October 22, 2025

Full circle: JICS students, faculty, enjoy one-of-kind centennial homecoming

On Oct. 18th, alumni, staff, friends, and community members will celebrate Centennial ICS Alumni Homecoming, marking the institute's centennial year.

Participants mingling at the OISE Mentorship Program launch on Oct. 7 at the OISE Library

October 17, 2025

OISE Mentorship Program marks 10 years at annual program launch

The OISE Mentorship Program marked 10 years at it's annual program launch on Oct. 7 at the OISE library. The program aims to foster meaningful and relevant connections by matching the institute's students with alumni mentors and support them with resources through the year.

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April 23, 2021

A friend-torship: How the power of friendship (and mutual names) created a lifelong connection

PART 4: A OISE Mentorship Program feature series from the 2020-2021 academic year. Christina Caleca and Kristina Leis.

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February 25, 2021

'Emotionally involved': International student Dr. Salma Siddiqui reflects on deep bond with mentor Dr. Cindy Sinclair

PART 3: A OISE Mentorship Program feature series from the 2020-2021 academic year. Dr. Cindy Sinclair and Dr. Salma Siddiqui.

November 13, 2020

‘Lost in the beginning’: Billy Elliot production sparks connection OISE pair could have never expected

PART 2: A OISE Mentorship Program feature series from the 2020-2021 academic year. Wei Li and Dr. Barbara Soren.

October 14, 2020

'A friend we can always go to': OISE mentorship program brings lasting alumni, student trio together

PART 1: This series explores the strengths of the OISE Mentorship Program and how it has fostered relationships between many in the community.

October 18, 2019

Arbor Awards celebrate OISE’s outstanding volunteers

OISE's Mentorship Program pairs hundreds of students with an experienced alumni mentor who provides them guidance and support in finding success in their field.

September 29, 2025

Things said on the bus: OISE alumna Mama Nii-Owoo’s research into the language of cities

OISE Alumna Mama Adobea Nii-Owoo's academic work focuses on Comparative and International Development Education.

November 1, 2025

4 Seasons of Indigenous Learning

Natural Curiosity invites you to register for their 4 Seasons of Indigenous Learning Course

August 27, 2025

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.

August 19, 2025

'It brought our village together': JICS 100 Centennial Gala and Auction makes its mark

The monumental event brought together families, alumni and friends to the Museum of Contemporary Art to celebrate 100 years of innovation, education, and community at the Dr. Eric Jackman Institute of Child Study Lab School.

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.

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