Strengthening our Faculty
Support from our community keeps us at the leading edge. Whether through scholarships, research chairs or physical infrastructure, the contributions of our supporters — including our vibrant global network of more than 56,000 alumni — enhance our global impact and student experience.
U of T Engineering 150: celebrating the past and looking to the future
This year, U of T Engineering capped off 150 years of innovation with various events honouring the faculty’s distinguished past.
Last fall, more than 700 students, staff, faculty, alumni and community members came out to the faculty’s 150th Anniversary Open House to learn about the many ways researchers are combating climate change, developing transformative health-care technologies and designing smarter machines, among other endeavours. And more than 100 alumni from Hong Kong and the Asia Pacific gathered at the Kowloon Shangri-La to mark U of T Engineering’s 150 anniversary.
U of T Engineering: Then & Now
A lot has changed in the last 150 years, travel back in time with a then-and-now look at U of T Engineering.
150 by the numbers //
180,000+ visitors
to U of T Engineering’s 150 website
1,300 attendees
at U of T Engineering’s 150 anniversary gala
700+ guests
attended U of T Engineering’s 150 Open House
100+ alumni
attended 150 anniversary celebrations in Hong Kong
1,000
cupcakes distributed
In pursuit of excellence //
For more than 150 years, U of T engineering has addressed the world's toughest challenges. To commemorate the faculty’s milestone anniversary and celebrate all its accomplishments, the 150 #PURSUIT video series showcased some of U of T Engineering’s most curious innovators and changemakers. Watch now.
Kate Kazlovich
PhD Biomedical Engineering Student
Noel Devaere
PhD Chemical Engineering Student
Nikitha Manickam
Fourth-year Mechanical Engineering Student
Christopher Yip
Dean of the Faculty of Applied Science & Engineering
“We have a remarkable network of alumni who are working across disciplines to solve some of the biggest global challenges and advance society. It’s testament to the power of a U of T education, and the community spirit and camaraderie that transcends generations.”
– Dean Chris Yip
Accelerating breakthroughs in precision and regenerative medicine
Thanks to a generous $2.5-million gift from The P. Austin Family Foundation, U of T Engineering has established a new research chair position devoted to accelerating advances in personalized approaches to drug discovery, delivery and tissue regeneration.
The Pamela and Paul Austin Chair in Precision and Regenerative Medicine builds on the university’s leadership in the field of medicine, which includes important contributions by U of T Engineering researchers in identifying new drug targets in cancer and designing new strategies for tissue repair. In June, Professor Molly Shoichet (ChemE, BME) was announced as the inaugural holder of this chair.
Celebrating excellence in philanthropy
In recognition of nearly five decades of volunteerism and service to the University of Toronto community, Paul Cadario (CivE 7T3, Hon LLD 1T3) recently received the Rose Wolfe Award.
“Paul Cadario embodies the values and principles championed by Rose Wolfe and the highest ideals of the University of Toronto,” says Rose Patten, former U of T chancellor and chair of the Rose Wolfe Award selection committee.
The power of giving back
To commemorate this year’s U of T’s Giving Day fundraising campaign, Sam Mantenuto (ElecE 8T0) reflected on his time as a student, his career and why he values his connection to U of T Engineering.
"Having the opportunity to stay connected with U of T’s exciting programs keeps me mentally stimulated. I get to work with bright, energetic people to address issues, and the fact that I’m helping feels good — it’s rewarding and gives me a sense of satisfaction and purpose," says Mantenuto.
Tell Me More: Coffee with Chris Yip Podcast
Season 4 launched with guest Eva Lau, Co-founder of Two Small Fish Ventures.
Eva sat down with Dean Yip to discuss innovation, the importance of mentorship, what she enjoys most about working with U of T students and more.
Join Dean Chris Yip as he grabs coffee with notable alumni and other members of our dynamic global community.
The fourth season is out now. Listen and subscribe to hear from changemakers designing bold solutions for a better world.
Philanthropic Support
U of T Engineering raised more than $30 million in philanthropic support from a variety of sources in 2023–2024. Below this figure is broken down by source and designation: