How Did the Universe Begin?
Prof. Barth Netterfield’s lifelong journey into faith, physics and astronomy
10 Things You Probably Didn’t Know Were Invented by U of T Alumni
These include everything from life-saving innovations to everyday conveniences
Doctors Make Mistakes. Can We Talk About That?
Nothing about the health-care system is foolproof. And that includes physicians
When Getting a Job Is Mission Impossible
Laws to end workplace discrimination against people with disabilities have mostly failed to boost employment. Sociologist David Pettinicchio wants to know why
In This Issue
The Best Investment Canada Can Make
To be competitive in the economy of tomorrow, governments should invest more in investigator-led research today
Teaching Kids How to Code
U of T undergrads are bringing the language of computers to youth in Toronto’s low-income neighbourhoods. Will it “future-proof” them?
In Playing Music, A Cure for the Blues
During one of life’s darker moments, I found purpose in learning something new
An Indigenous Musician Turns to the Law
First-year student Conlin Delbaere-Sawchuk is interested in how cultural appropriation affects Aboriginal artists
Architecture’s Spectacular New Home
The stunning new Daniels Building has thrown open its doors to students
For this Syrian Grad Student, a Fresh Start
Denied re-entry into the U.S. to complete his studies in public health, Khaled Almilaji finds a warm welcome at U of T
On a Mission of Compassion
The recipient of a Lester B. Pearson International Scholarship, Deborah Emilia Solomon wants to devote her engineering career “to the service of others”
It Was 50 Years Ago Today
Ken Luckhurst first set foot at UTM at the height of the hippie era. Touring a transformed campus with a recent grad, he finds not everything has changed
A Refuge from the Streets
Having spent time homeless herself, Prof. Suzanne Stewart envisions a new kind of shelter – one that truly understands and cares for Indigenous women
Taking Centre Stage
As the theatre world grapples with change, U of T Mississauga student Muhaddisah Batool prepares for the spotlight
The High Cost of a Home
Faculty and students at Toronto’s four universities will work together to seek answers to the city’s housing crisis
Selfie Central
U of T students greet Trudeau before his talk on trade – and Trump
Music of the Heart
The Syed siblings use their voices to build a stronger Canada
Margaret Addison Hall
This grad devoted much of her career to supporting young women at U of T, so Victoria University named a residence after her
What I Talk About When I Talk About Running
Varsity Blues’ Gabriela Stafford on her success as a track star
U of T: Still Defying Gravity
President Meric Gertler looks ahead to his second term
Poll: How Much Do You Spend Monthly on Housing?
Many U of T students live with roomies to manage the rent
Transforming the Heart of St. George Campus
U of T Alumni Association’s lead gift to the Landmark Project will help re-envision green space
A Legacy of Mentorship
U of T creates memorial scholarship and chair in honour of alumnus Geoff Taber, who died tragically in a fire in 2016
AI’s Quantum Leap
In combining two of computing’s hottest trends, the Creative Destruction Lab sees new opportunities for startups
Astroturfing
The practice of faking a grassroots movement gets an update in the age of social media
Some Forgetfulness? It’s a Good Thing
Researchers discover that our brain erases certain memories for a reason
Among Syrian Refugees, a Need for Insulin and Heart Meds
As the media share images of wounded migrants, some of the biggest medical threats go almost unmentioned
How a Verbal Test Can Reveal Your Brain Health
WinterLight Labs analyzes speech for evidence of even mild dementia. All patients need to do is describe a picture
What Canada Got Right
An acceptance of diversity may be the country’s defining strength
How Much Methane?
A U of T study aims to create the most accurate estimate yet of Toronto’s greenhouse gas emissions
The Singer of “Senthoora”
This U of T music grad achieved YouTube fame by giving Indian classical songs a Western twist. Next up: a world tour
Taking Waste off the Menu
U of T grad Lucy Cullen has been named one of Canada’s top environmentalists for helping restaurants earn more – by throwing away less
A New Generation Seeks to “Ban the Bomb”
Two U of T grads are taking part in UN treaty talks to outlaw atomic weapons. But not everyone’s on board
At Home in the World
Noor Naga’s work, including her award-winning poem, explores the question of belonging
From Shy to Shining
A YWCA Toronto Women of Distinction Award winner reflects on a pivotal first-year program at U of T
Happy Feet
Mallory and Jade Ryan are helping children – including those with special needs – experience the joy of dance
Hungry for Failure
Defeat might taste like sawdust drizzled with WD-40, but I’ve developed a taste for it
60 Seconds With Jean Yoon
Queen of the corner store
Flight of Fancy
A young dreamer enjoys a test drive on U of T’s flight simulator