OFNIE Turns 50! Celebrating First Nations and Inuit In-Community Teacher Education

McGill marks 50 years of training First Nations and Inuit teachers in their languages and communities  Office of First Nations and Inuit Education (OFNIE) works collaboratively with communities to co-create and deliver programs

Derek Hayes, a member of the Gesgapegiag Mi’gmaq First Nation, is pursuing his Bachelor of Education with McGill’s Office of First Nations and Inuit Education (OFNIE) while studying in Eeyou Istchee, the Cree territory in Northern Quebec.

Funding Opportunity for Graduate Student-Led Initiatives

Graduate students in the Schulich School of Music, Faculties of Arts, Law, or Education are eligible for up to $1500 in funding for student led initiatives at McGill that address one or both of the following:

McCall MacBain Scholars Applications Open

Are you a leader in your program, your community, campus group or association?

Are you interested in pursuing a master’s degree at McGill next year?

 

August Research Presentations by CRC First Nations, Inuit and Métis Researchers

The Faculty of Education is hosting three research presentations by Canada Research Chair candidates as part of a special open call for First Nations, Inuit and Métis applicants in the Department of Integrated Studies in Education. See the schedule below and consider participating in these enlightening opportunities for learning and connecting:

Major work on McTavish Reservoir will Impact Vehicular Access to Upper Campus

The City of Montreal begins major work on the McTavish water pumping station; a section of Doctor Penfield Avenue will close to traffic until 2033.

Media Reacts to AI Early Detection of Respiratory Tract Infections Research

On July 30, McGill University and the MUHC put out the story, "Montreal Researchers use AI and Wearable Sensors to Detect Inflammation Before Symptoms Appear", featuring ground-breaking collaborative research by Dennis Jensen, PhD, Dr.

Montreal researchers use AI and wearable sensors to detect inflammation before symptoms appear

The world's first wearable-powered system predicts acute inflammation with 90 per cent sensitivity.

Montreal, July 30, 2025 – Modern medicine is largely reactive—treating illness only after symptoms emerge. But a new study from the Research Institute of the McGill University Health Centre (The Institute) and McGill University points to a more proactive future: one where silent signs of infection are detected before we even feel sick.

Congratulations to Rachelle Aucoin for Successfully Defending Her Dissertation

Rachelle Aucoin successfully defended her PhD Oral Defence in Currie Room 304 - Tassone on July 14, 2025.

The title of her thesis: "Cool Air, Clear Relief: Exploring the Mechanisms and Utility of Fan-to-Face Therapy for Management of Exertional Breathlessness in Chronic Lung Disease "

Benoit Gentil Receives Commercialization Priming Award for RNA Research

The DNA to RNA Initiative (D2R) at McGill University has awarded $400,000 to four projects that aim to bring RNA-based innovations closer to clinical and commercial reality, including vaccines and therapies for rare and infectious diseases.

Million Dollar Gift a Timely Assist for Women’s Athletics and Sports Science

A $1.25-million gift from graduates Monica and Mark Hantho will enhance services for Martlets teams and support innovative research into female athletic performance

(VERSION FRANÇAIS SUIT) It's an exciting time for women in sports: the Northern Super League just kicked off in Canada, the Professional Women's Hockey League is expanding and the thriving WNBA posted its highest attendance in 22 seasons.

Congratulations to Danielle Berbrier for Successfully Defending Her Dissertation

Danielle Berbrier successfully defended her PhD Oral Defence in Currie Room 304 - Tassone on June 9, 2025. The title of their Thesis: "Control of peripheral vascular function in females with polycystic ovary syndrome" Abstract:

KPE's Dr. Gordon Bloom and Chantal Vallée Interviewed by Mike Cohen on Meet Your Local Authors Series

Media personality and suburban City Councillor Mike Cohen featured the book "Dare to Win" in his Meet Your Local Authors series. KPE Chair Dr. Gordon Bloom and professional basketball coach and KPE alumna, Chantal Vallée, were interviewed in this segment for the Eleanor London Library.

Watch the Interview

 

Faculty of Education Professors Recognized with Prestigious Research Chairs

McGill University, through the Office of the Provost and Vice-Principal (Academic), has conferred important internal recognition awards to three Faculty of Education professors in celebration of their outstanding scholarship and research excellence.

Podcast Episode: Talent Identification and Development with Dr Daniel Fortin-Guichard

Daniel Fortin-Guichard, Assistant Professor in the Department of Kinesiology and Physical Education, was invited to the Temps d'Arrêt podcast hosted by Coach Frank (François Rodrigue), an Assistant Professor at the Université du Québec en Outaouais, discussing cognitive biases that selectors may have when identifying and selecting athletes (e.