Ontario Tech Social Science and Humanities

Official account of the Faculty of Social Science and Humanities at Ontario Tech University-Promoting Social Justice through outreach, research and teaching.

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Can you tell when someone is lying?
@ot_fssh Professor Dr. Amy Leach shows CBC’s The Nature of Things 101 how subtle behavioural cues such as facial expressions, tone, and body language can indicate deception.
https://t.co/OWpKR4VRy0

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Don't miss out on today's @earthdistrictca event with @ot_fssh's @TMirrlees_ on digital tech, energy systems and environmental sustainability!

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With the number of young caregivers in Canada expected to grow with our aging population, @ot_fssh researcher @DrVivianS highlights the need to offer greater resources and supports to these young heroes.
https://t.co/iiIPEuBTvO

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🏆 Big congrats to Dr. Jen Rinaldi & Kate Rossiter on winning a 2025 Canada Prizes Award for Population Control: Theorizing Institutional Violence! 🎉 Their research -archival digs + survivor interviews - uncovers how violence underpins institutions from shelters to prisons.

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🎮 New Episode!
Dr. Andrea Braithwaite (Ontario Tech U) joins the Level the Paying Field podcast to explore gender in gaming and women’s roles in the video game industry. 🎙️

▶️ Watch: https://t.co/ZkjxdhrsKL 💜
#WomenInGaming #PayEquity @OntPayEquity

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What do media and pop culture have to do with pay equity?

Dr. Andrea Braithwaite from our Communication & Digital Media Studies program joins the #LevelThePayingField podcast with @OntPayEquity to break it all down!🎙️

👉 Watch the full episode here: https://t.co/avUrwwEw4D

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Join Dr. Les Jacobs & Dr. Matt McManus for an impactful discussion on their book "Against Post-Liberal Courts and Justice." Session moderated by Dr. Mirrlees 🏛️📚

https://t.co/7kLhrtkqP7

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Dr. Sharon Lauricella believes in learning re-imagined.

The @ot_fssh professor is known for incorporating fun and unique activities into her classes, like a digital escape room, to create a more flexible and dynamic learning experience.

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Join us with @oshawacity for an unforgettable Black History Month celebration! 🌟 Dive into the vibrant world of Nollywood on Feb 26, 7 PM at Regent Theatre. Enjoy live music, insightful discussions, and a special screening of "Conversations in Transit."
https://t.co/za83WXrIwb

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Congratulations to Professor Liqun Cao on winning the 2025 ACJS Academy Fellow Award! 👏We are deeply grateful for his substantial contributions to the ACCCJ, as well as his influence on the broader field of Chinese criminology and criminal justice @ACJS_National @OT_FSSH

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Congratulations to @ontariotech_u FSSH Professor in Criminology and Justice, Dr. Barb Perry!

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Ontario Tech proudly celebrates Dr. Barbara Perry, a global expert on hate crime, for her appointment to the Order of Canada.
https://t.co/kMvmDK5K7b

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Shining in our #GraduateStudentSpotlight: Teresa! 🎓✨
A dedicated educator and a new @ontariotech_u MSPI graduate, Teresa explored the social impact of experiential learning projects.Congrats 🌟

Learn more about our Graduate Programs: https://t.co/xv3StQnFxP #PhD
#GradSchool

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Congrats to Dr. Bobby Stojanoski & Dr. Lindsay Malloy, @ontariotech_u 2024 Research Excellence Chairs! 🌟

Their innovative research igniting social impact and justice, inspires us all!

Read Full Article Here: https://t.co/Lj1FIsK2H0
#Innovation #SocialImpact #Research

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On Remembrance Day, we honour the courageous individuals who have served Canada and made the ultimate sacrifice to preserve the freedoms we enjoy.

Learn more about the community and on-campus services you can attend at https://t.co/EJTFAtUt9A. #LestWeForget

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Ontario Tech students! 📢

Join the #RaceToReduceMethane Hackathon on Nov 15th! Develop climate solutions & win up to $1,500! 🏆

Register: https://t.co/4sPB3tuxpJ

#ClimateAction #hackathon

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.@ontariotech_u researcher, @TMirrlees_ has a new publication. https://t.co/PXZsrconjv

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As we continue to mark Treaties Recognition Week, @ot_libraries has created a resource to help you learn more about the Williams Treaties, which cover the lands on which the university is situated, and its impact on Indigenous Peoples ➡️ https://t.co/nQXzlQYYvb

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Considering a Master's degree that blends Political Science, Communication, Digital Media, & Legal Studies? 🎓

Join @ontariotech_u Virtual Open House for the Master of Arts in Social Practice & Innovation!

🗓 Nov 12 | 5:30-6:30 PM EST
🔗 Register Here: https://t.co/SsngFNaUJt

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NASA's Gavin Schmidt joins our Critical Climate Week panel! 🚀

Is there a methane crisis? Join @ClimateOfGavin (NASA), @TonyaDelSontro, @UrbanScape, & @TimothyMacneill for a critical discussion on methane's impact & solutions.

Sign up here: https://t.co/kSH1L6FUoA