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Institute for Studies in Transdisciplinary Engineering Education and Practice (ISTEP) news

undergraduate students on PEY Co-op

New MEng Co-op program expands opportunities for graduate students to gain on-the-job experience

40 U of T Engineering graduate students are currently preparing for eight-month work terms, with 120 more to come in 2026

Professor Greg Evans stands in front of a white vehicle

U of T professor co-leads global partnership on non-exhaust vehicle emissions

Professor Greg Evans (ISTEP, ChemE) is co-leading an international research consortium to investigate the health impacts of particles released from brakes, tires and road wear

"Students are at the centre of everything we do at U of T Engineering. That’s why my door’s always open – I encourage students to book a coffee chat with me," says Chris Yip, Dean of U of T Engineering. (photo by Daria Perevezentsev)

U of T Engineering Dean Chris Yip on how the Defy Gravity campaign is making a difference

Yip reflects on the value of student voices, what it means to think sustainably and what’s next for U of T Engineering

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U of T students tackle lithium-ion battery safety through smarter storage

Toronto Fire Services’ Jim Chisholm shares how students are creating impact through the Engineering Strategies and Practice course

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U of T Engineering professor and alumni receive Ontario Professional Engineers Awards

Awards recognize engineers who have made exceptional contributions to the profession and to society

Dimple stands in front of poster presentation displays, smiling at the camera

How can engineering culture be more inclusive? U of T doctoral student turns to her own story for answers

Questions about how engineers are trained, how they use their degrees and what defines engineering culture led Radebe back to U of T to pursue a PhD in engineering education

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Engineering professors and staff honoured for excellence by the faculty 

Recipients celebrated for outstanding contributions to teaching, research and administration

Estelle Oliva-Fisher looks at the camera, smiling. She is wearing glasses, and a black blazer over a green top.

U of T Engineering staff Estelle Oliva-Fisher receives 2025 Chancellor’s Emerging Leadership Award

Honour recognizes outstanding leadership in fostering an academic community that enhances learning and scholarship

Adriana and Hosna teaching

Prospective professors in training collaborate with TDSB students to sharpen their communication skills

U of T Engineering graduate students got real-time feedback on their teaching skills from Grade 12 students at Central Toronto Academy