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  Owala FreeSip 24 oz Water Bottle

  When it comes to water bottles that students use, there is a variety in terms of brands. Based on our observations, the main target audience of this brand of water bottle is female, due to their fashionable appearance and diverse colors. Despite water bottles being meant as reusable items in which you don't need several, it has been observed that students keep buying new ones. The current trend in part determines what water bottle brands students are getting. This influence comes in the form of videos on social media promoting how much better a particular water bottle is than the last one. To keep up with each new water bottle coming out. They are promoted as another accessory to carry around.
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  Sambas OG shoes

  The Adidas Samba shoes throw it back to the glory days of sport. Originally built for football, these iconic kicks have since become a casual favorite for sneakerheads and fashionistas alike. Their full leather upper, accented with a nubuck toe cap, delivers a premium look that only gets better with wear. Serrated 3-Stripes add adidas style for a look that will always be an original. This timeless silhouette is ready to take on your everyday adventures
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  Telfer AETSA fanny pack
  

  The clear AETSA fanny pack just makes campus life at the University of Ottawa easier. Toss in your student ID, keys, phone, and anything you need for class or a Gee-Gees game. It’s all right there, no digging around. Plus, the transparent look and bold AETSA logo let everyone know you’re part of the Telfer School of Business crowd. It’s a simple way to show your school spirit and stay organized at the same time.
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  Apple AirPods Max

  Apple AirPods Max headphones represents a widely adopted personal audio technology among university students. Known for their premium materials, active noise cancellation, and integration with the Apple device ecosystem, AirPods Max became a recognizable element of campus life
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  Apple Computer

  The computer is the single most important item during a student’s time at the University of Ottawa. It is the medium in which students can access Brightspace, a website where students can submit and receive assignments as well as engage in class discussions, send and receive emails through Outlook, create their class schedule, apply for bursaries, receive tax forms through their student portal (UOzone), research (Omni), and take notes (Word). The computer is also very useful for a student outside of school use; it is a necessary product for all students.
  
  While the specific MacBook Air 15” may not be the most common model, the Apple brand itself clearly dominates among students. Each person tends to choose the version that fits their preferences, but the Apple logo is what ties them all together.
  
  The MacBook stands out with its fast performance, built-in features such as AirDrop, iMessage, and FaceTime. This is what makes it easy for students to connect and share work. While owning a MacBook can feel like a status symbol, it also represents belonging to the image of the modern, connected student.
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  Cropped Black T-Shirt

  This black t-shirt can be found amongst all ages, genders, and lifestyle groups found at the University of Ottawa in 2025. This object is so particular because it crosses barriers allowing diverse groups of people to relate and ease themselves with common fashions.
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  U Cup; Coupe Mug

  This travel mug exemplifies the common device of students at the University of Ottawa, along with students at large. Whether it contains coffee, tea or simply water, this drinking vessel is unmistakable on a university campus in 2025.
  While a mug bearing the University of Ottawa's insignia is not always in public use, students on the uOttawa campus and those across the country are rarely found without some sort of mug, bottle, or tumbler.
  Whether you are tracking your hydration intake, carrying it as a status symbol, or simply carrying it with you to help your morning motivation, this mug is undoubtedly a college kid’s necessity.
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  Sherpa Jacket

  This sherpa jacket is a lightweight but cozy way to stay warm against the cold temperatures we face in Ottawa. Made to resemble sheepskin, this 21st century outwear piece is apart of both men and women's fashion making it a popular choice for everyone.
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  University of Ottawa Hoodie

  Why would you wear one of these? Why do students at almost every university, everywhere in the world buy hooded sweatshirts with emblems emblazoned on them? This particular artifact was purchased by an incoming freshman at the University of Ottawa in 2021. They wore it the first time when they entered the university in a freshman orientation, and the second and last time, when they graduated in 2025. The student kept this hoodie as a testimony to hard work and eventual success.
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  Pedro the Panda

  Pedro the Panda is a symbol for university students in Ottawa. It goes to the winner of the iconic “Panda Game” that takes place in early October between the two universities in Ottawa. It's where the Carleton University Ravens and the University of Ottawa Gee-Gees partake in a football game where the winner keeps it until the next game the following year. It represents pride for the winner and instills a greater sense of rivalry between the two schools.
  The game alone is one of the most celebrated traditions in the Ottawa local area; Pedro is more than just a trophy, he is a mascot of the rivalry, a symbol of school spirit, and a part of the lives of many university students. It represents not just victory in a football game, but also bragging rights, student pride, and a connection to the legacy of the Panda Games.
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  University of Ottawa Criminology String Bag from 101 Kit

  This light drawstring bag is included in the 101 Kit for new Criminology students.
  The kit includes the wristband and "101er" T-shirt that serve as your UOSU/SAFA events
  passport during orientation week. Students generally buy the kit (costing around $70–$100) for
  access to activities and to receive small free gifts to kick off the term. The bag is useful to bring
  your water, notes, and sweater during transitions between events and classes. It also helps you to
  feel like you belong in Criminology in your first week on campus.
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  "Every Child Matters" Orange T-Shirt

  These Orange “Every Child Matters” T-shirts are made specifically for raising awareness of Canada’s Truth and Reconciliation Day. These T-shirts are representative of the “Every Child Matters” movement with the purpose of spreading awareness and showing support. The University of Ottawa “Every Child Matters” T-shirt is both symbolically supportive to the Indigenous Community as well as financially, with proceeds donated to various charities supporting Truth and Reconciliation. The University of Ottawa students and staff are taught the history of Canadian Indigenous Peoples through guest lectures, and courses throughout the school year, all with the goal of awareness and support. In addition to this education, each course syllabus includes a mandatory land acknowledgement, with many professors adding additional education for their students.
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  Bluetooth Headphones

  Apple earphones and headphones are one of the most popular electronic gadgets among students and professors for their ability to block out noise effectively and create a comfortable environment when working or studying in public spaces on campus. They allow for a customizable experience dedicated to every individual’s need. Some individuals may use them to block out noise or eliminate unwanted distractions while studying or working, and other individuals may play music in the background to help focus on the task at hand. They're also a great option for students who cannot book private study rooms but need to listen to video lectures on campus.
  
  This photo was taken at the Apple store directly across campus to show just how easy and simple it is to get access to these electronic gadgets.
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  O-FRANGO

  O-Frango is an affordable food truck near the University of Ottawa campus that has become a go-to dining spot for many students after class. Their fried chicken and fries served with a variety of sauces are a big hit among students. It perfectly reflects the daily life and food culture of uOttawa students in 2025. Outside their food truck, there's a plastic canopy and tables where students can eat their fried chicken right away or share it with friends. Not only that, but their lunch boxes and food carts all feature their own logo—a chicken wearing a chef's hat—along with the date they opened and their slogan: “O-town Fried Chicken.”
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  Hilroy 1 Subject Notebook

  Hilroy Lined Notebooks offer students an opportunity to study away from their electronics and write notes, complete assignments and study by hand. While manually writing notes and coursework is no longer the mainstream method in University, many efficient studying and note taking techniques can only be done with pen and paper! Returning to old methods never fails and many students choose to create a hybrid study plan using both devices and handwritten notes. Hilroy Notebooks are the go-to for students offered in many colors and sizes perfect for any class!
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  University Pub Glasses – Father & Sons

  These glasses come from the University of Ottawa’s most iconic student pub—Father & Sons. Though not officially for sale, the glasses are a collectible among students, often ending up in off-campus apartments as unofficial souvenirs of university life. They represent shared experiences—brunches after exams, beginnings of nights out, and karaoke nights. While the design and logos may change, the glasses remain a recognizable part of uOttawa’s undergraduate social culture. Their “borrowed” nature adds to their legend, marking them as cheeky, nostalgic symbols of student identity and belonging.
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  Levi’s Blue Jeans

  An invention for the American worker became the uniform of progress. Worn by miners, cowboys, rebels, rock stars, presidents, and everyday men and women, these functional pieces were the clothes people not only worked in—they lived their lives in, too. - Levi's description of their product
  The gen z uniform, what university of ottawa students tend to wear to go anywhere, class, clubs, shopping, etc.
  
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  Reusable Lululemon Water Bottle

  A reusable water bottle created by Lululemon that combines a minimalistic design with everyday functionality. Made from stainless steel with a silicone grip and a polypropylene lid, which helps keep drinks at a cool or warm temperature while reducing the need for single-use plastics.
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  Shine Day T-Shirt

  The Shine-Day activity originates from Cystic Fibrosis Canada’s fundraising initiative called Shinerama. This T-shirt is part of the mandatory dress code for student volunteers serving as marathon guides during the University of Ottawa’s 2025 101 Week, hosted by the University of Ottawa Students’ Union (UOSU). The purpose of this marathon is to raise funds for Cystic Fibrosis Canada. This T-shirt represents UOSU and uOttawa students’ commitment to supporting their community through charity. It also symbolizes students’ dedication to taking action and embracing social responsibility. The T-shirt is size XXL, white in colour, with the uOttawa text and the Shinerama logo printed on the front.
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  Original Prusa MK4S HF0.4 nozzle

  3D printing machines can be found in the STEM building in MakerSpace since 2017. This space is a part of Centre of Entrepreneurship and Engineering Design (CEED) and is a crucial aspect of the engineering faculty . Back in 2017, the only printers available were the UltiMakers released in 2013. In Summer 2025, CEED acquired two Prusa MK4S in MakerSpace. This place is available to all students and staff members of uOttawa. It is useful to engineering students for many of their classes, but it is also used for personal projects by other faculties. In prior years, access to the printing machines was free. As of Fall 2025, costs of ten dollars are included in tuition fees of engineering programs. For other members of the community, a few options are offered; it is free on Sundays, they can buy a day pass for 5$ or pay 25$ for a semester with unlimited use. Since 2017, Richard L'Abbé Makerspace and its 3D printers have been part of the culture, but the Prusa MK4S are truly unique to the current culture now in 2025 and have changed how things work in general.
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  University of Ottawa Telfer Hoodie

  This Russell Athletics garnet hoodie (M) was given to all first-year ADM1700
  students of Telfer School of Management on 07/09/2024 (DMS 1101). It was made of
  cotton-polyester with TELFER and the Telfer school logo in white lettering. Distributed as a
  welcome gift to celebrate entry to the program and to be worn with pride, it was very quickly
  adopted by students as everyday attire and seen commonly on campus during Fall 2024–2025.
  The hoodie is a piece of typical university merchandise that was used in ways to foster a
  community, commemorate a milestone, and become a part of everyday student life.
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  University of Ottawa Gee-Gees Lanyards

  lanyards emblazoned with the Gee-Gees logo repeating across the polyester strap. They sport a plastic buckle on one end, with a metal clip on the other to allow for ID and other items to hang from the lanyard. Comes in black, red and burgundy styles.
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  Apple iPads

  Apple iPads are a staple in the lives of university students for its conveniency. They singlehandedly replace physical notebooks, textbooks, and heavy laptops, in addition to saving much needed space. Textbooks can be downloaded on these iPads from anywhere that has Wi-Fi services. Notes are typed faster, and the screen can split to show two tabs at once. iPads are easily accessorized to match a student's personality both physically and digitally. Apple provides students with incentive to purchase these iPads because of the special student discounts that are offered to students on their iPad lines.
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  Laptop Stickers

  A sticker is an image that is sealed between plastic or vinyl, and some sort of adhesive so it sticks (hence the name stickers). These stickers are then placed on laptops, notebooks, or water bottles, as a form of non-verbal communication between students. Usually, these objects are used to convey information to other people in their "groups," for example people who enjoy sports might use a sticker with their favourite team's logo to convey to other sports fans that they too like sports. These stickers can be bought online or homemade. Homemade stickers are usually made using parchment paper, tape, and whatever image one would want to make into a sticker, much like commercial stickers, yet way more personal to the user, as there is the connection of making it. Many people opt to leave their laptops blank.
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  Panda Games Tickets

  The Panda Games are an annual event in which the University of Ottawa plays a high-stakes game of American Football against Carleton University. There has been a long standing rivalry between the two universities, resulting in these tickets becoming a hot commodity. Typically, sides are chosen for each team’s university to sit at, and these sides are displayed as the tickets are purchased. It was also common for the audience of the winning university to bypass their safety restraints and go onto the playing field, known as “storming the field.”