Ontario College of Art & Design University, commonly known as OCAD University, is a public university of art and design located in Toronto, Ontario, Canada. The main campus is adjacent to the Art Gallery of Ontario, within the Grange Park neighbourhood. The university, founded in 1876, is dedicated to art, design and media education, practice and research and to knowledge and invention across a wide range of disciplines. OCAD University builds on its traditional, studio-based strengths, adding new approaches to learning that champion cross-disciplinary practice, collaboration and the integration of emerging technologies. OCAD University graduates are uniquely qualified to act as catalysts for the next advances in culture, technology and quality of life for all Canadians.