Campus
“My History Is Important to Be Taught”
Student Kavithaa Kandasamy recently took a Tamil Studies class at U of T Scarborough. She describes what it meant to her
U of T Scarborough
Opinion
The New Nationalism
Around the world, anti-immigrant autocrats are on the rise. Defeating them – and what they stand for – won’t be easy
Culture & Society
How to Stay Fulfilled in Retirement When Work Has Defined Your Life
A book by Prof. Michelle Pannor Silver offers some ideas
Alumni
A Prisoner No More
My eating disorder felt like a life sentence. Now recovered, I help other people overcome theirs
Alumni
Love Yourself First
How do you foster greater self-worth and, in turn, help others? Nurture your inner foundation, says author and U of T alum Renu Persaud
Science
Ghost Effects
Social psychologist Michael Inzlicht launched his academic career on the study of “ego depletion.” His research suggested it was real. Then came doubts
Alumni
60 Seconds With Conan Tobias
Taddle Creek’s editor-in-chief shares the back story of a uniquely Canadian magazine
Science
Some Forgetfulness? It’s a Good Thing
Researchers discover that our brain erases certain memories for a reason
Alumni
Allies in Her Corner
U of T faculty and staff had this alum’s back, which enabled her to thrive
Alumni
Can Science Help You Find a Soulmate?
Two U of T entrepreneurs are offering DNA tests to help singles connect and couples stay together
Students
Mentors Are Giving Students Confidence in Themselves
Jenny Charitable and many others have received a university education they thought was out of reach, thanks to U of T Scarborough’s Imani program
Places
A New “Front Door” for UTSC
U of T Scarborough has close ties with the community. A new building will help foster even stronger links
Campus
Exploring Toronto’s Tamil Heritage
Students at UTSC will be able to learn much more about Tamil language and culture, thanks to a $2-million gift
Faculty & Staff
For Students, Jim Delaney Was “Their Guy on the Inside”
A trusted adviser to students and U of T presidents, he was also open about his mental health challenges
Campus
A Historic Investment in Canadian Science and Innovation
$190 million will be spent upgrading the university’s research labs
Business
The Cost of “Painless” Payment
Making purchases by card and smartphone instead of cash changes our perception of value – and that could spell trouble
Technology
Robots That Play Soccer
At the end of the course, teams pit their robots against each other in an actual match on a mini-"field"
Culture & Society
The Fast Lane Out of Poverty
Paved roads give households in developing nations a leg up
Our History
Those Things We Do
Relive some of the wonderful, and occasionally weird, traditions that occur only at U of T
Science
Why Do Tornadoes Form?
UTSC researcher uses 30 years of climate data to understand what causes these devastating storms
Campus
Healthy Minds
As U of T responds to a rise in mental health needs on campus, a powerful source of help emerges: students themselves
Faculty & Staff
A Life in Blue and White
From champion student athlete to UTSC’s principal: Bruce Kidd ushers in a new era at the university’s eastern campus
Alumni
The Magic and Tragedy of Street Art
Alumna Fathima Mohiuddin takes her art to where the people are
Alumni
From Homework to Teamwork
For Anil Persaud and Cynthia Jairam-Persaud, meeting as first-years meant growing up together
Our History
Where Do You Go, My Lovelies?
Fred and Norah Urquhart's lifelong quest for the hidden kingdom of the Monarch butterfly
Alumni
Surf Scientist
Rob Brander put his specialized knowledge at the service of Australian surfers, and now a grateful nation calls him “Dr. Rip”
Faculty & Staff
A+ in Selfies
A UTSC anthropology assignment gives students a new view of the selfie
Alumni
“I’m So Happy When I Write”
Continuing Studies program leads Sabrina Ramnanan to a publishing contract
Business
Open for Business
U of T launches the Banting & Best Centre, one of North America’s largest entrepreneurial hubs
Our History
Lights! Action! Learning!
UTSC was ahead of its time in pioneering lectures-through technology
Places
N’sheemaehn Child Care Centre
The meaning behind the name of the N’sheemaehn Child Care Centre at U of T Scarborough is as interesting as the person who helped name it
Health
Barrier to Entry
Canada’s process for screening potential immigrants for HIV is opaque and unfair, says prof Laura Bisaillon
Alumni
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
Alumni
A Medal for Mettle
Police Sergeant Jeffery Alderdice wasn’t sure how he’d react to the dangers of Afghanistan, but he more than passed his test of courage
Faculty & Staff
The Price of War
International aid fuels corruption in a conflict zone and may keep war going, says political science professor Aisha Ahmad
Places
Gift on the Ground
A $1-million donation supports environmental research in Scarborough’s Rouge Park
Places
Building Boom
Since 2005, a total of 37 major building projects have been completed or are now underway
Alumni
Song and Dance
At Derrick Fung’s site, fans buy more than music – they buy musical experiences
Alumni
Silver Screen Gangster
Derek Tsang plays criminals in movies, but directs films about love and family
Alumni
Activism 2.0
What's different about today's environmental activists? Tools of the trade, says Emily Hunter, and a sense that change must happen now
Culture & Society
Literary Songbird
Katherine Larson infuses her study of English with a passion for music to find new meaning in literature
Places
Scarborough Rising
UTSC seeks $35 million to bolster its position as intellectual and cultural hub for the eastern GTA
Alumni
Hunting for Gold
Victoria Nolan is dubbed “The Metronome” for her ability to row perfectly in synch with her teammates
Campus
Distinctive Strength
Exciting, dynamic growth is happening at U of T's east and west campuses
Alumni
Ben Land and Trish De Luca
They flirted during undergrad but eventually lost touch. Then along came Facebook
Opinion
A Year in the Quake Zone
John P. Racine reflects on how his life has changed since the earthquake in Japan
