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Going on location in Scarborough
While many major films and TV shows shoot on a closed soundstage, some productions venture out into the real world to create the magic on the big and small screen.
What is a university-mandated leave of absence and how would it work?
The University of Toronto provides a range of supports and services so that all students can thrive – including those who feel overwhelmed by stress or anxiety.
But there are rare cases in which a…
U of T releases sexual violence education and prevention training for all members of the University
The University of Toronto has released its sexual violence education and prevention training module for all students, staff, faculty and members of Governing Council.
The online resource is part of…
International PhD students at U of T to pay domestic tuition fees
Starting in the fall of 2018, most international PhD students at the University of Toronto will pay tuition fees equivalent to those of domestic students.
“This is very positive news for the…
Double-specialist programs will net students two degrees in five years
New double-specialist programs at U of T Scarborough will offer an accelerated pathway for students who would otherwise have to complete two separate specialist programs.
The double degree programs,…
Multidisciplinary artist Aisha Sasha John is U of T Scarborough’s new writer-in-residence
For new writer-in-residence Aisha Sasha John, her new role at U of T Scarborough is serendipitous.
“I graduated from U of T, my very first gallery show was at UTSC’s Doris McCarthy Gallery, and this…
Graduate Food Studies is a first in Canada
University of Toronto Scarborough will offer Canada’s first food studies program emphasizing the humanities and social sciences.
Environmental Science PhD pulls out the stops for tomorrow’s research leaders
In the race to attract top graduate candidates, the first step to landing a future star is spotting one. Two new funding programs are designed to do just that, at the same time further positioning U…
Quercus to replace Portal as U of T's new teaching and learning toolbox
The Academic Toolbox Renewal Steering Committee is pleased to announce the winner of the naming contest for the University of Toronto’s new teaching and learning environment, and replacement for…
U of T Scarborough and Centennial College MOU creates new paths to a university degree
A Memorandum of Understanding signed by the University of Toronto and Centennial College establishes three separate facilitated transfer pathways between U of T Scarborough and the college’s Liberal…
U of T releases plan to meet federal targets for greater equity among Canada Research Chairs
The University of Toronto has released its Canada Research Chair Equity, Diversity and Inclusion Action Plan.
It’s the latest step in the university's ongoing efforts to meet or exceed its federally…
Chinese Food Everywhere at Culinaria Research Centre event
The test kitchen at U of T Scarborough was bustling with food and flavour as Toronto Chef Nick Liu cooked a meal inspired by one of the oldest Chinese restaurant menus in the Harley J. Spiller…