Empowering our people with perspectives, tools and knowledge

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At Lassonde, our goal is to empower our community to make a real impact. Each year, we work to help our students and faculty grow by offering support and creating opportunities for education, professional development and research. 

In 2023-24, our professors were recognized by prestigious organizations such as the Canadian Academy of Engineering (CAE), Ontario Society for Professional Engineers (OSPE) and European Academy of Sciences and Arts. 

Notable faculty achievements include an Ontario Minister’s Award of Excellence in Innovation and Entrepreneurship, and the Canadian Geophysical Union’s J. Tuzo Wilson Medal for exceptional contributions to geosciences. 

In addition to advancing their fields through research and teaching excellence, our faculty are also actively supporting their students to succeed. Students have been empowered through initiatives like the Bergeron Entrepreneurs in Science and Technology (BEST) program and IBET Fellowship, which, for the first time, was awarded to an Indigenous student. We’re proud of our students who are excelling not just in the classroom, but also by giving back to their communities, leading clubs and driving change through their involvement in various initiatives. 

Many of their achievements have been shared through our podcast, ‘This is Lassonde,’ which won the 2024 CCAE Prix d’Excellence for highlighting the voices and contributions of our professors, students, and alumni. 

Empowering our people wouldn’t be possible without the support of our community—our generous donors, partners and everyone who helps us build an environment where students, faculty and staff support one another.  

Learn how Lassonde empowers its community of changemakers. 

“Each year, I am blown away by the sheer scope of our faculty members’ teaching and research portfolio. It’s also great to see that the dissemination of new knowledge is not limited to academic papers, but also extends to student teaching and community outreach.”

– Peter Park, from the article Lassonde research recap: Celebrating a year of notable achievements

FAST FACTS & STATS

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Canadian Academy of Engineering Fellows

7

Engineering Institute of Canada Fellows

5

Royal Society of Canada Fellows and members

137

undergraduate research positions through NSERC USRA and Lassonde Undergraduate Research Awards (LURA)

18

fellows of engineering/science organizations, including: Canadian Engineering Education Association, IEEE, CSCE, ASME, CSME, AAS, CASI, AGU, SAEng.

Key Highlights

A group image of 25 Lassonde faculty members recognized among the world’s top 2% of researchers by Stanford University.

Stanford University lists the world’s top 2% researchers, recognizing 25 Lassonde faculty members

Stanford University recognized 25 Lassonde faculty members among the world’s top 2% of researchers, based on citation metrics compiled by statistician John Ioannidis. The list highlights scholars for both career-long impact and single-year citations. Lassonde researchers were recognized in 22 scientific fields and 14 specialized subfields, with strength in Artificial Intelligence (AI) & Image Processing, which had the most global citations. This recognition underscores the significant contributions of Lassonde faculty to research and technology.

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A group photo of the 2023 Lassonde Scholarship recipients, featuring future STEM leaders posed with faculty and staff, gathered around a colorful zebra sculpture in a modern indoor setting.

Introducing the 2023 Lassonde Scholarship Recipients: future STEM leaders

Lassonde welcomed the 2023 cohort of Lassonde Scholars at an event celebrating their academic excellence, innovative thinking, and leadership. The Lassonde Scholarship helps these talented students pursue their dreams in engineering and science. At the event, founding donor Pierre Lassonde commended their dedication and shared advice on making the most of various growth opportunities.

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Lassonde hosted or took part in over 80 events from September 2023– August 2024 creating welcoming spaces for our community members to gather and connect, including events for students, alumni, donors, K-12 students, educators, faculty members and staff.

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