Alumni News

In Memoriam: Professor Emeritus Joseph C. Paradi (1941–2026)

By CHE Communications | August 5, 2026 | Comments Off on In Memoriam: Professor Emeritus Joseph C. Paradi (1941–2026)

The Department of Chemical Engineering & Applied Chemistry is deeply saddened to share the passing of Professor Emeritus Joseph C. Paradi on August 4, 2026. A distinguished alumnus, accomplished entrepreneur, […]

CEGSA Industry Tour Explores Engineering in Action at Toronto Pearson’s Cogeneration Plant

By CHE Communications | July 16, 2026 | Comments Off on CEGSA Industry Tour Explores Engineering in Action at Toronto Pearson’s Cogeneration Plant

On June 24th, graduate students in ChemE had the opportunity to step beyond the classroom and into one of Canada’s most critical pieces of energy infrastructure during a CEGSA-organized tour […]

Chemical Engineering Alumni Reunion 2026 Brings Generations Together

By CHE Communications | June 22, 2026 | Comments Off on Chemical Engineering Alumni Reunion 2026 Brings Generations Together

The Department of Chemical Engineering and Applied Chemistry was delighted to welcome alumni back to campus for the 2026 Alumni Reunion on Saturday, June 20. Held in the Chem Common […]

MEng Student Explores Safer Hazardous Waste Handling in the Food and Beverage Industry

By CHE Communications | June 2, 2026 | Comments Off on MEng Student Explores Safer Hazardous Waste Handling in the Food and Beverage Industry

Manufacturing environments often rely on harmful chemicals that require careful handling to protect workers and facilities from potential safety risks. For Vishakaa Satheeshkumar (ChemE MEng 2T5), addressing those risks became […]

ChemEng Community Gathers for Second Annual Soirée

By CHE Communications | March 30, 2026 | Comments Off on ChemEng Community Gathers for Second Annual Soirée

The Department of Chemical Engineering & Applied Chemistry proudly welcomed attendees to the second annual ChemEng Soirée, held on Friday, March 27 at the Faculty Club. The event brought together […]

From Systems Thinking to Global Stewardship: Alumna Gloria Kwong on Engineering Leadership for Public Trust

By CHE Communications | February 25, 2026 | Comments Off on From Systems Thinking to Global Stewardship: Alumna Gloria Kwong on Engineering Leadership for Public Trust

For Gloria Kwong (ChemE 9T0, MEng 9T5), engineering has always been more than technical problem-solving. It is a disciplined way of thinking about complex systems—linking infrastructure, environment, policy and society—and […]

A family legacy of giving: Why the Ying siblings created two new awards at U of T Engineering and Temerty Medicine

By CHE Communications | February 19, 2026 | Comments Off on A family legacy of giving: Why the Ying siblings created two new awards at U of T Engineering and Temerty Medicine

Taken from U of T Engineering News: Four siblings have created two new endowed awards to honour their parents and support future engineers and physicians Engineering talent tends to run […]

Graduate Profile: Yuhang Huang

By CHE Communications | January 29, 2026 | Comments Off on Graduate Profile: Yuhang Huang

When Yuhang Huang (ChemE 2T5) began his PhD in the Department of Chemical Engineering and Applied Chemistry at the University of Toronto, he was eager to explore how materials at […]

Rohit Pal: Exploring Energy, Research and Engineering Solutions

By CHE Communications | January 29, 2026 | Comments Off on Rohit Pal: Exploring Energy, Research and Engineering Solutions

Rohit Pal shares how his MEng and PhD at U of T prepared him for a career bridging industry and research Rohit Pal’s journey into chemical engineering began with a […]

Remembering William (Bill) Dowkes (ChemE 6T2)

By CHE Communications | November 28, 2025 | Comments Off on Remembering William (Bill) Dowkes (ChemE 6T2)

The Department of Chemical Engineering & Applied Chemistry honours the legacy of William (Bill) Dowkes (ChemE 6T2), a 2000 Arbor Award recipient and distinguished alumnus whose impact continues to resonate […]