Poll - University of Toronto Magazine

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U of T Students Are Very Interested in Studying Abroad

Almost eight in 10 told us they would like to have an international experience while attending university Read More

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How Optimistic Are You That AI Will Help Bring About a Better Future?

We asked 100 University of Toronto students. This is what they told us Read More

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What Is the Biggest Challenge Facing the Toronto Area?

We asked 100 U of T students. It seems they share the concerns of many residents Read More

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What Are You Doing to Reduce Your Carbon Footprint?

We asked 100 U of T students. This is what they told us Read More

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What Do You Like Most About Being Back on Campus?

We asked 100 students. Their top answer was not surprising Read More

How Often Do You Say Something That You Know Is Untrue?

We asked 100 U of T students. A majority said they tell a lie at least once a week Read More

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In What City Were You Born?

We asked 100 U of T students, faculty and staff. More than half said they came from outside Canada Read More

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What Are You Most Thankful For Right Now?

We asked 100 students. This is what they told us Read More

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Which Issue Matters Most in Toronto’s Election?

We asked 100 students. This is what they told us Read More

Illustration of a newspaper, plate of breakfast and coffee on the left (35% yes) and a cellphone showing a picture of a plate of breakfast and coffee on the right (65% no).

Have You Ever Done a Digital Detox?

Many students say no, but add that coursework doesn’t allow them to Read More

Notebooks and chemistry glassware in a wastebasket on left (42%: Yes), and globe with the label

Poll: Have You Ever Switched Majors?

Many students change programs to pursue newfound interests Read More

Illustration of a couch (30%, $0), tent (20%, $1-$800), house (31%, $801-$1,200) and condominium (19%, More than $1,200)

Poll: How Much Do You Spend Monthly on Housing?

Many U of T students live with roomies to manage the rent Read More

Poll: Does the Idea of Starting Your Own Business Appeal to You?

The students we asked liked the greater autonomy and creativity that running their own company allows Read More

Illustration of a book and e-reader (31% Depends), stack of books with a mug of coffee on top and paper notes (49% Print), and a laptop with a pair of glasses on top (20% Online)

Poll: Do You Generally Prefer to Read Text in Print or Online?

U of T students have spoken: Print is far from dead, but online has its place, too Read More

Illustration of four hands holding up from 1 to 4 fingers with a percentage above each hand (1 finger - 28%, 2 fingers - 49%, 3 fingers - 19%, 4 fingers - 4%)

Poll: How Many Languages Do You Speak?

U of T students typically know at least two. That’s deux, dos, or dois Read More

Illustration of a cell phone with social media icons and percentages: Facebook - 69%, Twitter - 11%, Instagram - 7%, Snapchat - 2%, Other - 11%

Poll: What Social Media Platform Do You Spend the Most Time On?

Students favour Facebook for connecting with family and friends Read More

Illustration of four different times when students start studying - First day of class: 4%; One month before: 19%; One week before: 50%; The night before: 27%;

Poll: When Do You Start Studying for Exams?

Many U of T students prefer to cram before an exam Read More

Infographics: how many degrees do you plan to get? - 22% One; 44% Two; 34% Three or more

Poll: How Many Degrees Do You Plan to Get in Your Lifetime?

Multiple higher education credits are becoming more common Read More

Infographic: 53% Every class; 16% Once every few classes; 31% Rarely or never.

Poll: How Often Do You Check Social Media While in Lectures?

More than half of students keep one eye on the prof and one on their phone... Read More

Infographic: 6 hours of less: 46%; 6.5 or 7 hours: 35%; 7.5 or 8 hours: 19%; More than 8 hours: 0%;

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

Infographic - By hand: 35%; With decives: 23%; Both: 42%.

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

11% Yes, completely; 44$ For the most part, but not entirely; 29% No, not really; 16% Unplug? Are you crazy?

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