Love: An undefinable phenomenon
We all seek love, be it platonic, familial, or romantic. But as Valentine’s Day approaches, we tend to focus solely…
Prisha Maneka Nuckchady
Features Editor (Volume 49) | features@themedium.ca —Maneka is a third year student completing a specialization in Philosophy with a minor in political science. Previously, she served as one of The Medium’s Staff Writer and Associate Features Editor. As this year’s Features Editor, Maneka hopes to raise awareness, shed light over current issues, and highlight student voices and organizations. When Maneka is not studying, writing, or working, you’ll probably find her binging on, or rather re-watching her favorite shows, listening to music, thinking about her dog, or likely taking a nap.
The M’s playlist: A Jam-packed January with Maneka
Is it 2023 already? From writing down the wrong dates to simply not understanding my emotions, January is my time…
An unpredictable winter break
Students share their holiday adventures.
Taylor Swift dance party cut short Prisha (Maneka) Nuckchady Back in September, I planned on visiting one of my closest friends…
Editorial: The Medium’s walk down 2022’s memory lane
Reflecting on times of laughter and the times of tears experienced this past year.
If 2022 was a fragrance, it would have notes of 2021, with hints of 2020 that smack you right in…
The tension between heteronormative expectations and disability
Professor Zoe Wool speaks about the impacts of heteronormativity and ableism on veteran and queer bodies.
In 2017, for her paper titled “In-durable Sociality: Precarious Life in Common and the Temporal Boundaries of the Social,” Professor…
The Open Casket
Seated on a taupe couch, I search the room for imperfections. I find none—not even a crack in the off-white…
Max’s Big Ride returns for its eighth annual ride
Andrew Sedmihradsky shares his initiatives to raise awareness and end Duchenne Muscular Dystrophy.
Nearly 10 years ago, Andrew Sedmihradsky, the global mobility coordinator for University of Toronto Mississauga’s (UTM) International Education Centre, and…
UTM’s Sustainability Strategic Plan: A response to the state of climate emergency
The plan fosters a sustainable lifestyle on campus, one that is in line with U of T’s climate positive initiative.
Every year, more than 50 billion tons of greenhouse gasses are emitted into the atmosphere—and Canada is responsible for 750…
Lecture Me! On the misconceptions around psychopathy
Psychopaths are commonly mislabeled as social predators and dangers to society—but is this a myth or fact?
When we hear the word “psychopath,” we typically associate it with “danger.” This is no surprise, as one of the…
Concerned about in-person classes? Here’s how you can build resilience
Relieving stress and setting boundaries can help us balance our physical and mental health.
With a full return to in-person classes on February 7, 2022, students at the University of Toronto Mississauga (UTM) are…
Bravery is one of the keys to fighting systemic oppression
Dr. Andrew Campbell shares how education and leadership act as powerful tools.
“What’s the first thing that comes to mind when you hear the word ‘Black’?” asks Dr. Andrew Campbell, a sessional…
Late Professor Lee Ann Fujii’s book Show Time depicts uncomfortable truths about violence
Professor Fujii’s bravery and passion for her research continues to inspire the scholarly community.
We all have a particular professor whose class we look forward to because of their incredibly engaging lectures. Professor Lee…
Societal gender norms should be a thing of the past
Gender expression and identity needs to be taught from an early age to foster an inclusive environment for everyone.
For most of us, gender identity and gender expression form an integral part of our lives as they relate to…
Changing our habits around waste management is necessary for the sake of the environment and our health
Recycled plastics often end up in landfills and with the current rate of waste disposal, Canada won’t have enough room to store it all.
Canadians generate more than 30 million tons of waste every year. This emits around 27 megatons of carbon dioxide into…
Chronic pain and chronic illnesses are more impactful than you think
Professor Loren Martin’s research aims to help patients suffering from chronic pain and chronic illness.
When we’re not feeling well—perhaps with a cold or back pain—most of us simply book an appointment with our family…