Awards & honours news

From the U of T President's Teaching Award to the Order of Canada, our students, faculty, staff and alumni consistently earn some of the most prestigious honours in their fields. We are proud to celebrate their success.

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Professor Milica Radisic awarded international Humboldt Research prize

Radisic (BME, ChemE) is a leading expert in organ-on-a-chip technology

Claire Kennedy, who is on the right, exits U of T's Simcoe Hall on her way to receive her honorary degree. To her left is U of T President Meric Gertler.

ChemE alumna and Defy Gravity co-chair Claire Kennedy receives U of T honorary degree

Claire Kennedy receives a Doctor of Laws, honoris causa, from U of T in recognition for her professional achievements and outstanding service to U of T as an advocate and volunteer

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Top U of T undergraduate Ben Agro is taking his passion for research into a direct-entry PhD

The Engineering Science student is the 2023 recipient of the John Black Aird Scholarship, awarded annually to U of T’s top undergraduate student

Professor Paul Yoo stands outside in front of greenery and tress on the University of Toronto St. George campus.

Non-invasive approach for electrical nerve stimulation among six projects supported by 2023 Connaught Innovation Awards

Professor Paul Yoo (BME, ECE) is designing a cost-effective alternative to implantable neuromodulation devices

Professor Steven Thorpe (MSE) is among the recipients of the 2023 U of T President’s Teaching Awards. (Photo: Mark Balson)

Professor Steven Thorpe earns U of T President’s Teaching Award

Honour recognizes faculty members who demonstrate a substantial commitment to teaching innovation and excellence

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U of T Engineering professors and staff honoured for excellence

Faculty celebrates leadership and innovation in teaching, research and contribution to the quality of student experience

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Professor Elham Marzi earns U of T Early Career Teaching Award

Award recognizes effective teaching and exceptional commitment to student learning

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U of T Engineering student receives 2023 Adel S. Sedra Distinguished Graduate Award

Sara Ahmed (BME PhD/MD candidate) recognized for exceptional achievements and dedication to academic pursuits, research and outreach initiatives

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Professor Amy Bilton earns U of T Global Educator Award

Honour recognizes faculty members who embody U of T’s global mission