North of 60
Museum Studies grad Jake Paleczny comes up with fun ways for visitors to learn about the moose, elk and other animals that make up the “living collection” at the Yukon Wildlife Preserve Read More
People
A Tribute to Former U of T President John Evans
"We have lost a great and passionate Canadian who believed this country had much to offer a troubled world" Read More
In Her Shoes
Like many women, Tanya Heath loved the look of high heels, but not the pain that went with them. So she created her own line -- with removable heels Read More
Voyage Into Ice
Daniel Kukla's camera discovers an otherworldly Arctic Read More
Poll: How Many Hours of Sleep Do You Get?
Students confess they're not getting enough sleep, say time management is key to better slumber Read More
What is Real?
Philosophy prof Ian Hacking’s ideas about science earn him $800,000 prize Read More
Encouraging the Next Canadian Leaders
“In my experience there is no more effective cause than a university scholarship,” says entrepreneur and donor David Scrymgeour Read More
Robert Remis Was a Pioneer in HIV-AIDS Research
He made it his life's mission to track and prevent AIDS, saving countless lives Read More
Erik Spicer was a Great Librarian
He modernized Canada‘s Library of Parliament, then helped other countries to do the same Read More
Alumnus Elevates Entrepreneurship with $1-million Donation
Philanthropy key to supporting student inventors Read More
Breaking News
Jonathan Keebler’s software aims to change the way you stay up to date Read More
21st-Century Law
A U of T grad is helping Ontario courts join the digital age Read More
The Power of Ideas
TEDx manager Becca Pace is helping the world listen in – and speak up Read More
Seeing Through a New Lens
Betty Xie’s film documents what happens in a community faced with the threat of eviction Read More
The Two of Us – School Story
For Brock Laschowski and Katherine Cornacchia, a proposal on Front Campus capped a very U of T romance Read More
Designer at Play
A standing ovation for an award-winning chair Read More
Sleuthing Toronto’s Odd History
How a history degree led Cameron to a job designing scavenger hunts in downtown Toronto Read More
A Tuna Loonie in the Food Bank
U of T engineers and architects won the award for structural ingenuity at Toronto’s annual Canstruction competition Read More
Poll: Do You Take Handwritten Notes or Use a Device?
A study in Psychological Science found that longhand notetakers learn better – U of T students agree Read More
Fair and Impartial
After more than 50 years at the University of Toronto, Joan E. Foley is well positioned to see the big picture – which is exactly what you want in an Ombudsperson Read More
Idea Bank: Open Late
Next Einstein runner-up Deep Prasad shares tips for coming up with winning ideas Read More
Bernard Etkin Helped Save the Apollo 13 Crew
The professor of aerospace engineering, a beloved mentor to generations of engineers, also helped develop the Avro Arrow and even checked the aerodynamics of Toronto City Hall Read More
Ali Saeed – In Memoriam
The ambitious student’s sudden death rocked his wide circle of friends and inspired many to emulate his generosity Read More
Woman’s Time
Around the world, there’s a shift happening for women and girls, says activist Sally Armstrong Read More
Sweet Legacy
The University of Toronto Chapter of the Canadian Diabetes Association carries on a proud U of T tradition Read More
The Two of Us
For Donald and Hana Nute, home straddles two different worlds. Read More
Preventing a Mass Poisoning
Alumna Shahreen Reza hopes to roll out her coconut-husk pump filter across Bangladesh Read More
A Creative Director for Toronto?
Jason Logan argues that what the city needs most are innovative, visual, urban design ideas Read More
60 Seconds with Aelita Brivins
What you don’t know about how you’re communicating Read More
A Woman on the Run
As her 50s approached, Margaret Webb set out to run her fastest-ever marathon… and write a book about aging and fitness Read More
Beer Meister
When “hopportunity” knocked, John Gergesha’s chemistry degree made him a top draft choice for a beer tasting job. Read More
Religion, Prayer and The Amazing Race
Muslims Nabeela Barday and Shahla Kara stay true to their faith as they vie to win a race around the world Read More
Forensic Engineer
Bob Banks trained as both an engineer and a doctor... and now he investigates plane, car, and even space crashes in order to prevent future accidents Read More
Party Out of Bounds
In the late 1980s, photographer John Simone captured New York City's outrageous counterculture on film Read More
12 Inspiring People from U of T
A celebration of unique, extraordinary and record-breaking feats and facts from the University of Toronto's 187-year history of learning and discovery Read More
Canada’s Next Top Author
How a creative-writing program that admits just seven students a year is cultivating the country’s next generation of literary giants Read More
Poll: Do You Unplug from the Net When You Go on Vacation?
A large minority of members of the U of T community report they have difficulty disconnecting -- even when they're taking time off from work Read More
Pie a Prof
In vying to escape a sticky situation, six political science profs raise $13,700 for child refugees in Jordan Read More
Farewell to the Master
Outgoing Massey College master John Fraser decodes the unusual traditions and unique contributions of U of T’s only graduate college Read More
“Innis Was My Oasis”
Mark Weisdorf took no classes at Innis, but the college's Town Hall became the heart of his U of T community Read More
The Three-Minute Thesis
Students vie to condense years of research into an elevator pitch and win $1,000 Read More
Dennis Smith Pioneered Biomaterials in Canada
Leading scientist brought together experts from chemistry, medicine and dentistry to advance innovative new field Read More
Mona Gauthier Revealed Estrogen’s Role in Breast and Ovarian Cancers
U of T scientist helped discover key factor in risk for breast, ovarian cancers Read More
A Spoonful of Mustard
First-year student discovers a potential new treatment for malaria that could be as close as your kitchen cupboard Read More
Suspense on Spaniel Island
Suzanne Kingsmill is a zoologist, carpenter and mystery author – which leads to some unusual storylines Read More
How to Build a Sustainable City
Can Toronto cut emissions by 80 per cent? If it’s up to Nadine Ibrahim, yes Read More
A Reunion to Remember
Ann Nguyen and Paul Hiscock, two engineers from different worlds, decide to put a ring on it Read More
World Changer
Katharine Hayhoe is one of the world’s top voices for climate action Read More
Good Neighbour
Nicolas Koff is helping crowdfund community improvement projects Read More
60 Seconds With Yoni Freedhoff
This doc prescribes chocolate Read More
Looking for Bears in High Park
In her new novel, Kathryn Kuitenbrouwer reimagines a strange episode from Ontario’s past Read More
A Fine Set of Pipes
Being hired as the first female organist at St. Paul’s Cathedral in London, England was music to Rachel Mahon’s ears. Read More
In Vino Veritas
An anthropology degree adds depth to Adrian Marquez’s work as a sommelier Read More
Boundless Promise
A long family history at the university encouraged this couple to create a new scholarship Read More
Our Man in Beijing
Cultures meet at Sid Smith Hall Read More
In Memoriam: Richard Simeon
A talent for building bridges made Simeon a sought-after advisor on federalism Read More
In Memoriam: Joan Lax
Joan Lax made her mark in a male-dominated profession Read More