Faculty of Applied Science and Engineering Newsletter - Winter 2017
In this issue:
Five U of T Engineering alumni make shortlist to become Canada’s next astronaut, alumnus funds the first scholarship for students involved in eSports, Cristina Amon reappointed Dean of U of T Engineering, and more!
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ALUMNI NEWS
Dean Amon with students
Cristina Amon reappointed Dean of U of T Engineering
Professor Cristina Amon has been reappointed as Dean of the Faculty of Applied Science & Engineering for a special third term to June 30, 2019.

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FEATURES
Photo of Alumnus Aaron Persad (EngSci 0T6, MIE PhD 1T4) Five U of T Engineering alumni make shortlist to become Canada’s next astronaut
Aaron Persad (EngSci 0T6, MIE PhD 1T4), pictured, is one of 72 people from across Canada being considered for two upcoming astronaut roles with the Canadian Space Agency (CSA).
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Photo of Professor Craig Simmons (MIE, IBBME) Engineering educators recognized for teaching excellence
Four of U of T Engineering’s most outstanding educators — three of them alumni — have been honoured with 2016 Faculty Teaching Awards.
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Photo of Alumnus Victor Xin (EngSci 0T8 + PEY) Alumnus funds first scholarship for students involved in eSports
Victor Xin (EngSci 0T8 + PEY) believes that leadership attributes should be rewarded — even in the growing world of competitive video gaming.
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OTHER NEWS
Photo of a handshake Learn. Mentor. Network. CONNECT!
U of T Engineering CONNECT is a new online platform to enrich your professional network and reunite you with the Skule™ community.
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Photo of Sandford Fleming building fire The Sandford Fleming Fire: Recollections 40 Years Later
In the early morning hours of February 11, 1977, a fire ravaged through the Sandford Fleming Building. Explore stories and artifacts from this fateful event.
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Photo of Caroline Cao in a lab Q&A with alumna Caroline Cao
Caroline Cao (MIE PhD 0T2) was recently honoured with a Fulbright US Scholar Fellowship, and hopes to introduce the subject of human factors engineering to local academic communities in Vietnam.
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CEIE auditorium rendering CEIE Tables & Benches Campaign
A limited number of tables and benches are available to be named in the CEIE. Donate today to leave your mark on one of Toronto's most exciting new facilities.
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COMING UP
Feb 23 BizSkule Presents: The Business of Industrial Water
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Mar 15 Skule™ Nite 1T7: Alumni Night
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June 2 Save the Date: Young Alumni Skule™ Social
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June 3 Save the Date: Spring Reunion
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The School of Practical Science (SPS) Class of 1888 — one year before SPS became a fully established school. John Galbraith — the first appointed professor of engineering at SPS — is seated second from left in the middle row.

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