Contributors
Funemployment
Sometimes, being unemployed can be positive - it depends on who you ask Read More
The End of Moore’s Law?
For almost half a century, computer chips have doubled in power every 18 months. But this may not hold true for much longer, says Eugene Fiume Read More
The Urban Forest
"Neighbourwoods" uses Google Earth to share info about the health of city trees Read More
Power Down
Conserving energy on the St. George campus Read More
New Year’s Revolution
A proposed new calendar would give February an extra week and start every month on a Monday. Read More
The Fallen
Joanne Tod is painting portraits of every Canadian soldier who has died in Afghanistan Read More
Balkan Journey
Living on the fringes of Europe Read More
A Faculty Looks Ahead
Arts and Science proposal would enhance undergraduate learning and eliminate deficit, says dean Read More
The Mobile Revolution
U of T libraries and bookstore adapt to the iPad era Read More
Polar Express
Architecture prof's Arctic designs include proposed Russia-Alaska rail link Read More
“My Captain, My Matelot”
Tuan Nguyen and Richard Bingham have weathered both fair and rough waters together Read More
Protecting the View
Should towers be visible behind Queen's Park? An architecture grad fights to safeguard the view of Toronto's most important heritage building Read More
The Dream Maker
Isaac Olowolafe Jr. donates $25,000 to help students in New College's African Studies program Read More
Northern Light
Trips to the Arctic inspired scholarship for aboriginal students Read More
The Dark Master
Caravaggio rebelled against dogma and received wisdom. Is that why we like him so much? Read More
Urban Living
Architecture grads imagine new forms of city housing Read More
Addicted to Love
The American Psychiatric Association is considering whether "hypersexual disorder" should be included in its next guide to mental illness Read More
Looking East and West
Campus growth high on the agenda for Governing Council members Read More
Birthright Lottery
Why should the accidental circumstances of birth confer almost unlimited opportunity to some and condemn others to a life of struggle? Read More
The Vitamin D Crisis
Dark-skinned Canadians may face higher risk of disease due to vitamin D deficiency, doctor warns Read More
Is Your City Happy?
People living on the east side of Toronto are more neurotic than those in the west, study of cities’ “personalities” finds Read More
Genes and Politics
Do our genes influence whom we vote for or whether we vote? They can, says politics prof Peter Loewen Read More
Road Thrill
Art profs create a sparkling underside to the Gardiner Expressway Read More
Urban Jungle
Photojournalist Brent Lewin captures the plight of Thailand's city elephants Read More
Africentric Schools
Professor George Dei says parents of black children have been concerned for 30 years that the Toronto school system is not serving their children. “It was time to try a new approach.” Read More
Reaching Higher
The Gordon Cressy Awards recognize new graduates who have made outstanding contributions to U of T. For these past winners, helping others has become a way of life Read More
Max Gluskin House
Renovation to the economics department wins second place in local people's choice architecture awards Read More
What’s a CEO Worth?
Rotman dean Roger Martin says executive pay shouldn’t be tied to a company’s stock price, after all Read More
Care for the Aged
Canada faces a shortage of geriatricians for a rapidly greying population, says Dr. Barry Goldlist Read More
Philosopher’s Walk
Plans are underway to refurbish the Queen Alexandra Gateway at the walk's north end. Read More
A Healing Spark
A tiny electrode implanted in the brain may help patients with Alzheimer’s disease, depression and other disorders Read More
The D-Word
Q&A with Walid Hejazi, professor of business economics and international competitiveness at the Rotman School of Management. Read More
An Animated History
Read about the creators of Superman, Betty Boop, Popeye and other animated characters at rarebit.org Read More
Satisfaction Guaranteed!
Business professor Ming Hu comes up with a new twist on a hard sell Read More
The Finance Crisis and Rescue
What Went Wrong? Why? What Lessons Can Be Learned? Read More
The Dalla Lanas Make Their Mark
$20-million gift to the U of T will help refurbish Canada's role as an innovator in public health Read More
Towards 2030
Planning for U of T's third century Read More
Restoring Robarts
$40-million renovation will boost study space, upgrade technology. Read More
Environmental Toxins
Q&A with Miriam Diamond, co-chair of Ontario's Toxics Reduction Scientific Expert Panel Read More
Our Own Jackie O.
Former alumni governor encourages grads to consider "life-changing" role with U of T Read More
Chris McGarvey and Laurie Stewart
A chance meeting at the Dance Cave led Chris McGarvey and Laurie Stewart to romance and political bickering Read More
Suited for Success
Hong Kong clothing magnate Kenneth Lo and his family have tailored a lifelong relationship with U of T Read More
Our New Look
A fresher, more assertive visual style for U of T Magazine Read More
Fellowships for Global Health
Two newly graduated doctors will work in southern Africa – and learn about international health issues Read More
The Streak Ends
U of T's football team snaps string of consecutive losses at 49 Read More
The Credit Crisis
Q&A with Rotman School of Management finance professor, Alan White Read More
Iron Granny
Louise McGonigal is a two time half-Ironman champion Read More
City Builders
Two grads who have helped shaped today's Toronto Read More
Immigrants Choose Suburbs
Study raises questions for governments about how to integrate newcomers into Canadian society Read More
By Grand Design
A $14-million gift from John and Myrna Daniels will transform the Faculty of Architecture Read More
A Nobel Gesture
Dr. Oliver Smithies has created a visiting lectureship to inspire students Read More
New Look and New Features for Alumni Website
Social networking comes to the university's online alumni presence Read More
Be the Change
Hopeful news on a few fronts Read More
Stage Presence
Janet Bessey's gift will help preserve Hart House Theatre's role on campus Read More
Scholarship Will Support New Canadians
Thillart Family Scholarship in Management recognizes the challenges new immigrants face Read More
Untangling Alzheimer’s
A U of T centre is hunting down the genes that cause this debilitating brain illness, and moving us closer to a cure Read More
Are You at Risk of Developing Alzheimer’s?
Genetic testing may provide an answer - but it’s rarely decisive and can have unexpected consequences Read More
Life, the Universe and TV
Three views on scientific investigation Read More