Polonsky Commons is named after the university’s founding president, Dr. Gary Polonsky. He was an instrumental and inspirational leader involved in expanding post-secondary options for residents of Durham Region and Northumberland County. 📚 . It’s the perfect place to hang out with friends or to take a study break. These guys are tossing around a Frisbee, but what's your favourite thing to do in Polonsky Commons?⚽️🧘‍♀️📖 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . #uoitstudentlife #myuoit #polonskycommons #garypolonsky #uoithistory #oshawa #studybreak #Frisbee #sports