Every week exciting and new things are happening at Trent University. If you are too busy studying or working to catch up on all the news, don’t worry we have you covered. 

Here are the top five stories from the week:

Trent University Recipient of New Enabling Accessibility Fund Grant

On Saturday, April 25 the Honourable Pierre Poilievre, Minister of Employment and Social Development, was on hand at Trent University to announce investments to improve access for Canadians with disabilities in Peterborough and nearby communities. The announcement included a $37,000 grant for Trent’s Making Collaborative Learning Spaces Accessible for All project. Visit the Centre for Human Rights, Equity, and Accessibility’s webpage for more information on Trent’s many accessibility initiatives.

Read the Trent Daily News article for the full story on Hon. Pierre Poilievre’s visit.

Trent Students Rise to Become Waste Warriors

Gzowski College was announced the winner of Trent’s first annual Cafeteria Waste Challenge which took place March 16-23 in the Otonabee, Gzowski, Champlain and Lady Eaton College dining halls. To win the challenge students had to show the most improvement in properly sorting their college’s garbage, recycling and compost. The winners were awarded with an Eco-certificate and “No Trash Bash” held in their dining hall.

Read the Daily News article for more information on sustainably in the cafeterias.

2015 Distinguished Research Award Recipient Announced

Dr. Haroon Akram-Lodhi, professor and chair of International Development Studies, will receive the 2015 Distinguished Research Award for his global contribution to the study of international development at this year’s convocation ceremony. The Distinguished Research Award is one the University’s top honours and is given annually to a member of Trent’s faculty in recognition of outstanding achievement in research and scholarship.

Learn more about Dr. Haroon Akram-Lodhi and his achievements

Celebrating the Heart of Trent

On April 30, 2015 more than 300 staff, faculty, retirees and volunteers gathered to celebrate 50 years of service and collegiality to the Trent Community. The special event was held in the Great Hall of Champlain College, with special attention given to those who are retiring. During the event it was also announced that the total staff and faculty contribution towards the new Student Centre has exceeded $189,000.

The Student Centre Challenge has been extended to June 23 – Make your pledge today.

Sociology Professor Honoured by Ontario Undergraduate Student Alliance

Trent University Durham Professor, Jim Cosgrave, professor of Sociology, was the recipient of the 2015 Ontario Undergraduate Student Alliance Award for Excellence in Teaching. The award was presented at a special ceremony held in Toronto on April 9, 2015.