The Future As We See It
Five intriguing technologies that could change your life by 2025
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
In This Issue
36 Amazing Facts about U of T
A celebration of unique, extraordinary and record-breaking feats and factoids from the university’s 187-year history
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
9 Incredible Science Facts about the University of Toronto
A celebration of unique, extraordinary and record-breaking feats and facts from the U of T's 187-year history of learning and discovery
10 Record-Breaking U of T Places and Programs
A celebration of unique, extraordinary and record-breaking feats and facts from the University of Toronto’s 187-year history of learning and discovery
A Big Step Forward
The Ontario and federal governments have signalled a serious commitment to globally competitive research excellence
OISE’s New Direction
Education faculty to more than double the size of its graduate programs in teacher education, eliminate BEd by 2015
New Sculpture Honours Norman Bethune’s Legacy
The U of T-educated doctor had a huge impact on health
The Mighty Pen
The War of 1812, as seen by political cartoonists
Restoring UC’s Glory
University College is embarking on an ambitious 10-year plan to renovate one of U of T’s most iconic buildings
There’s Nothing Buttery About It
The Trinity College cafeteria draws its name from the French word for "cask" or "barrel"
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
Pie a Prof
In vying to escape a sticky situation, six political science profs raise $13,700 for child refugees in Jordan
The Challenge of Building in the Arctic
How should architecture adapt to the Far North’s unique climate and culture?
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
“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
Walking in Mandela’s Footsteps
A new U of T student award promotes the ideals of Nelson Mandela
The Three-Minute Thesis
Students vie to condense years of research into an elevator pitch and win $1,000
Dennis Smith Pioneered Biomaterials in Canada
Leading scientist brought together experts from chemistry, medicine and dentistry to advance innovative new field
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
A Quicker Fix
A new app aims to smooth out the often prickly relationship between residents and property managers
Honest Lying
Brain dysfunction can cause us to make false statements that we believe to be true
A Spoonful of Mustard
First-year student discovers a potential new treatment for malaria that could be as close as your kitchen cupboard
What Happens to Our Digital Selves When We Die?
For Facebook and other technology companies it’s still an open – and troublesome – question
The Danger of Sitting Still
A new device promises to ease a major health concern for people with mobility problems
Labour Troubles
Canada’s temporary foreign workers program needs a rethink, says immigration expert Jeffrey Reitz
Stay Attentive, Drive Better
A U of T prof is using a simulator to test how to keep drivers off their smartphones -- and focused on the road
A Robot That Helps Make Babies
Micro device developed at U of T could dramatically boost IVF’s effectiveness
Creative Writing for Everyone
If you’re looking for a less intensive way than a graduate degree to improve your creative writing, U of T’s School of Continuing Studies offers many options
Building for Your Health
Tye Farrow is creating architecture that can actually prevent disease
Brew Crew
Lee Tseng’s craft beers are a hit in Shanghai
Suspense on Spaniel Island
Suzanne Kingsmill is a zoologist, carpenter and mystery author -- which leads to some unusual storylines
How to Build a Sustainable City
Can Toronto cut emissions by 80 per cent? If it’s up to Nadine Ibrahim, yes
A Reunion to Remember
Ann Nguyen and Paul Hiscock, two engineers from different worlds, decide to put a ring on it
The World in a City
Beautiful portraits of U of T grads are part of Cosmopolis -- a unique project to celebrate diversity in Toronto
World Changer
Katharine Hayhoe is one of the world’s top voices for climate action
Good Neighbour
Nicolas Koff is helping crowdfund community improvement projects
60 Seconds With Yoni Freedhoff
This doc prescribes chocolate
Vision of Canada
Harold Innis’s fur trade research in the summer of 1924 launched a celebrated academic career
In Pictures: U of T’s Top 10 Beards and Moustaches
Beards are having a 2014 fashion moment! Still, U of T professors of the past could go chin-to-chin with even Toronto Blue Jay Adam Lind. Presenting: U of T’s Top 10 in facial hair.
In Pictures: Varsity Blues Men’s Swim Team Through the Years
The Varsity Blues men’s swimming crew are U of T's most decorated sports team. They have taken 62 provincial titles since 1920 and are the current champ. Their history, in pictures.
In Pictures: the Amazing Collection of the Thomas Fisher Rare Book Library
A slideshow of rare and intriguing items from the library’s digital treasure trove.