VOLUME 51, ISSUE 1 — Back to School (September 2, 2024)
Brampton man arrested after assault at UTM’s CCT building
31-year-old man faces assault, forcible confinement, and sexual assault charges after turning himself in.
The University of Toronto Mississauga (UTM) community remains shaken after an assault which occurred on August 4 in the Communication,…
Hazel McCallion Central Library briefly closed after fiery blaze
Newly renovated library in central Mississauga experiences water and smoke damage after overnight fire breaks out.
On Wednesday, August 14, Mississauga’s Hazel McCallion Central Library experienced damages after an overnight fire broke out which started outside…
UTM hosts this year’s Serious Play Conference
More than 300 play scholars gathered to discuss topics in game development and the use of games in education.
From August 12 to 14, over 300 game studies scholars from around the world gathered at the 18th annual Serious…
UTM holds groundbreaking ceremony for new campus residence
On July 24, campus staff, including Alexandra Gillespie, University of Toronto Mississauga’s (UTM) vice president and principal, participated in a…
Brave faces and big dreams: Students open up about their return to school
Students reflect on the excitement and fears of beginning a new school year as they embark on the fall semester.
Into second year: cherishing memories and preparing for the future Gisele Tang My first year flew by, and I cannot…
From struggles to success: The story of Krish Manojbhai Patel
Fourth-year student Krish Manojbhai Patel shares his journey moving from India to Canada in search of more opportunities.
Opportunity. A word we use, but often take for granted. An opportunity does not guarantee a certain outcome. For instance,…
The Medium’s declassified school survival guide: fashion edition
Back-to-school trends and ideas for what to wear on campus this year.
September is here, which means the fall term is officially upon us. As the seasons change, the beautiful sun transforms…
Dear kindergartener self. Sincerely, the almost graduate
“As you grow older and time passes, your feelings will change. Life is all about balance.”
Dear kindergardener self, Hi! I hope you are having the best time in Serbia! Make sure to go to the…
Here’s what TV got wrong: what going back to school is really like
News flash! You are not the main character.
When I was in elementary school, I could not wait until high school and university. However, when I finally arrived,…
September on the screen
Movie recommendations for the back-to-school season.
It can be difficult to get back into an academic zone or be excited about school after months of enjoying…
Physical health equals mental wealth
What is good for the body is good for the brain.
After returning from a summer of rest and relaxation, the back-to-school season can be highly stressful for students. As summer…
Don’t know anybody? It’s okay! Neither does anyone else.
How UTM’s RAWC can help you spread your social wings.
For those of you who are starting your first year, or even those who have already been here for a…
Welcome to Volume 51
Your all-in-one student guide!
Hello, UTM! We would like to welcome you to our next chapter here at The Medium. As we begin our…
Google search: “how to make friends at university?”
My experience navigating friendship woes at UTM.
There’s a slight chill in the air, the leaves crunch under your boots, and you’re filled with a strange mix…
Grieving Gaza
While it took the world some time to catch on to the ongoing genocide, our student body was wiser.
If I were not a student at the University of Toronto Mississauga (UTM), I don’t know how I could have…
Beyond the classroom
Make the leap from high school to university a success.
University is a whole different experience from high school due to a shift in expectations and the results that come…
Back-to-school beats
The perfect music playlist for a walk around campus.
As classes start up again, you might be feeling a mix of emotions. If so, here are a few tracks…