Aug 23-25, 2024
MP 102
McLennan Physical Laboratories
255 Huron St, Toronto, ON M5S 1A7
University of Toronto (St. George Campus)
Application Deadline: 11:59:59pm May 1, 2024 EST
Application Deadline Extended! 11:59:59pm May 15, 2024 EST
Applications are now closed.
We may still be able to accommodate you — please email photonics@utoronto.ca!
Making optics seem like ‘light’ work!
How do we create holograms in augmented reality headsets?
Can we design cameras to see inside the human body?
What would a computer powered by light look like?
UofT’s Optica/SPIE Student Chapter proudly presents the Optics Summer School Program (OSSP), an opportunity for early undergraduate students to get an insider look into the exciting optics research done at UofT!
Program
Schedule
(Updated as of 2024/08/07)
| Time | Friday, August 23 | Saturday, August 24 | Sunday, August 25 |
| Morning | Seminar: Introduction to Geometric Optics | Seminar: The Wave Nature of Light 2, Polarization 1 | Seminar: Diffraction |
| Demo: Geometric Optics Live Demo | Lab Tour Rotations | Lab Tour Rotations | |
| Lunch | Provided by OSSP! | ||
| Afternoon | Seminar: The Wave Nature of Light 1 | Seminar: Polarization 2 | Industry Session |
| Demo: Interference of Light Experiment | Lab Tour Rotations | Workshop: Student Showcase | |
| Evening | Industry Talk: Dr. Jared Mikkelsen (Lightmatter) | Workshop: Breakout Session | Closing Remarks |
FAQ
Does OSSP provide travel/accommodations assistance for those coming from outside Toronto?
Unfortunately, we are not able to provide travel assistance for participants outside of Toronto. Our sincerest apologies — we recognise that travel and accommodations for OSSP will be challenging for those outside Toronto and are hoping to address this in OSSP 2025.
I can’t make all the events! Can I still attend?
Of course! Please let an organizer know when you arrive to your first event to sign in and receive a badge.
Where can I find a full event schedule with times?
The finalized schedule has been updated on 2024/08/07, so please check if you haven’t looked since before then! A Welcome Package will also be sent with full event details.
Who should apply?
Why, you, of course! OSSP is designed with 1-2 year undergraduate students in mind, but we’ll happily consider anyone at any school/department interested in exploring optics and are looking for a great opportunity to.
Do I need experience in optics to apply?
Nope! We know that it’s really hard to get exposed to optics during undergrad. We’re trying to bridge that gap!
What should I do if I want to pursue a career in optics?
- Apply for OSSP!
- Take an introductory optics course.
- Reach out to professors in the photonics department and ask if they’re taking research interns!
- Working in optics typically requires a graduate degree. It’s helpful to start thinking about it early so you can plan your undergraduate activities accordingly.
What should I do if I have an infrequently asked question?
Shoot us an email at photonics@utoronto.ca.
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