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20 memorable moments of 2020 at U of T Scarborough
2020 was a year of firsts, learning, innovation, and growth for the University of Toronto Scarborough community. It was a year that challenged us—but also brought out the best in our community. Here'…
Gay men may be at a greater risk of poor bone health, U of T Scarborough study finds
A new study by a U of T researcher has found disparities in bone health associated with sexual orientation, with gay men in particular being at a greater risk.
“We found that gay men, and to a…
U of T Scarborough researchers play key role in identifying toxic chemical likely killing wild salmon
Researchers at U of T Scarborough have played an important role in discovering a chemical by-product in tires that may be responsible for killing wild salmon.
Growing your pandemic hair? This student wants you to donate it to a good cause
Maheen Ahsan, a third-year U of T Scarborough student, sees a silver lining in the pandemic: extra hair.
Ahsan is the social media manager of Quarantine Hair Share, an initiative that helps people…
Health and safety the top priority as U of T Scarborough hosts testing centre
This winter, Highland Hall’s event centre is hosting a safe, warm place for the Scarborough community to get COVID-19 tests.
As winter looms, the Ontario government is encouraging hospitals to move…
Writer-in-residence opens up art as a force for advocacy
Who should be seen and heard is at the heart of the Black Lives Matter movement. For El Jones, U of T Scarborough’s newly appointed writer-in-residence, this question has dominated her life,…
Advice on how to ace virtual learning and online exams from a leading memory expert
There are three keys to learning online – find engaging courses and professors; try to process course information on a deeper level; and maintain good personal habits.
So says Steve Joordens, a…
Student ambassadors talk about the importance of community ahead of convocation
For U of T Scarborough students Charesma Biaspal and Gajathree Ananthathurai, being able to serve as ambassadors at Convocation gives them another chance to celebrate their community.
After 20 year hiatus, student dedicates his degree to his late mom
Keon Priestley’s mom, Marie, always encouraged him to finish his degree.
But in 1998, as Priestley’s first semester at U of T Scarborough wrapped up, his health deteriorated.
“Diabetes runs in my…
Diwali celebrations may be a little different this year, but spirit of the holiday remains the same for students and staff
As a child growing up in Mumbai, India, what Rohil Kishinchandani remembers most about Diwali is bursting firecrackers with his friends.
“We would meet up and set them off in a huge chain. It…
Who will win ... and when? U of T political scientist unpacks a nail-biting U.S. election
While the outcome of the U.S. presidential election remains unclear, the results so far suggest a shift in the political geography of the United States and raise questions about the future direction…
Satish Kanwar, Shopify VP and UTSC alumnus, on the importance of innovative thinking during a pandemic
Still in his early 30s, Satish Kanwar already has a resume that outshines that of most people twice his age.
Shortly after graduating from the University of Toronto Scarborough in 2009, Kanwar co-…