Office of the President
I began my mandate as president of the University of Ottawa in July 2008. I feel a particular attachment to the University as it is my alma mater. I feel privileged to be given the opportunity to lead one of Canada’s premier institutions of higher learning.
The University of Ottawa is a place where languages, cultures and national and international perspectives come together to create a unique educational experience in the heart of Canada’s capital. Our bilingualism, multiculturalism and research excellence set us apart from other universities.
Our University attracts the best and brightest from across Canada and around the world. Our teaching and research programs — offered in both official languages — are designed to actively engage our students, expand knowledge and create an environment rich in diversity, talent and ideas.
To a large extent, I feel my role as President is to ensure the University’s reputation truly reflects the significant accomplishments taking place on our campus and to make certain we provide the best quality learning environment for our students.
On this page you will find interesting links; notably the University’s suggestion box where you may submit a comment, as well as my personal blog, where you are welcome to reply, on various questions and subjects of interest for the university community and the public at large.
Allan Rock
Recent Blog Posts
- The coolest things about being at a bilingual university
Thu, 04 Feb 2010 18:46:53 - 1. Even if we don’t speak the other language, it’s cool just being around it and hearing it all the time. [ Read more... ] - Message of support to the Haitian community
Mon, 01 Feb 2010 20:51:57 - [See post to watch Flash video] A video of Allan Rock recorded as part of the various activities organized on campus in support of the Haitian community. [ Read more... ] - Skating rink
Fri, 29 Jan 2010 21:41:27 - You may have seen or heard the bulldozers hard at work on the front lawn of Tabaret this past week: they were clearing away the snow so we can install a skating rink! What better way to use that great space during the frozen months of winter? [ Read more... ] - Latest news
Wed, 27 Jan 2010 16:40:03 - What a pity that the very week after we cleared the snow off Tabaret lawn and flooded the new skating rink, the temperature soared to seven degrees! All that hard work, melting away in front of our very eyes. [ Read more... ] - Campus food bank
Thu, 21 Jan 2010 16:30:45 - In December I visited our food bank, which is located in the University Centre. The food bank is a service run by the Student Federation. [ Read more... ]
