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U of T leads Canadian universities, ranks among top institutions worldwide in QS World University Rankings
A stellar academic reputation helped secure the University of Toronto’s position as one of the top post-secondary institutions in the world in the latest QS World University Rankings.
The prestigious…
Singer, activist, philanthropist Buffy Sainte-Marie receives U of T honorary degree
She’s won an Oscar, appeared on Sesame Street and her songs have been covered by everyone from Elvis Presley to Janis Joplin. Her music was even blacklisted by the U.S. government in the 1960s.
Buffy…
Progress report on Indigenous initiatives shows U of T 'moving in the right direction'
Funding to hire Indigenous faculty and staff. A new Indigenous Mentoring Day to help job-seekers learn about working at the university. A new Office of Indigenous Initiatives to co-ordinate and…
U of T to implement salary increase for more than 800 women faculty members
The University of Toronto will implement a 1.3 per cent salary increase for all women faculty members who are tenured or in the tenure stream following an advisory group’s findings on gender-based…
U of T President Meric Gertler offers 'deepest condolences' after terrorist attacks in Sri Lanka on Easter Sunday
University of Toronto President Meric Gertler has condemned the string of bombings in Sri Lanka on Easter Sunday that left nearly 300 people dead and hundreds more injured.
“The University of Toronto…
U of T named one of Canada’s Greenest Employers for 2019
The University of Toronto has been recognized as one of Canada’s Greenest Employers in 2019 for the sixth consecutive year.
This designation, issued by editors of the Canada’s Top 100 Employers…
U of T’s Governing Council passes budget for 2019-2020
The University of Toronto plans to invest in several key initiatives and priorities next year – from expanding students’ experiential learning opportunities to hiring more Black and Indigenous…
U of T announces action plan on student mental health
University of Toronto President Meric Gertler has announced a four-point action plan to address issues of student mental health, in a letter to the University of Toronto community.
Student survey on sexual violence highlights need for more action on awareness, support and prevention
The University of Toronto says it remains committed to providing students with a safe and supportive campus, following the results of a voluntary survey administered by the Ontario government on post…
Boundless campaign exceeds expanded fundraising goal and creates lasting impact
More than a decade in the making, and supported by more than 104,000 people around the globe, Boundless: the Campaign for the University of Toronto closed on Dec. 31, setting a record for Canadian…
'Horror and sorrow': U of T reacts to attack on Christchurch mosque
The University of Toronto is condemning the horrific attack on a mosque in Christchurch, New Zealand, where a man shot and killed 49 people and injured 48 more.
“The University of Toronto community…