Forced internal displacement and high insecurity on the rise in Sudan
One year after Sudan’s transitional government signed the Juba Agreement for Peace (JBA), humanitarian needs have rapidly grown across the…
May Alsaigh
Copy Editor (Volume 51); News Editor (Volume 48 & 50) — May is a recent graduate from the University of Toronto Mississauga. She graduated in June 2024 as a Dean’s List Scholar with a Bachelor of Arts degree after completing a double major in Criminology and Sociology. Previously, May served as the News Editor for The Medium in Volumes 48 and 50 and brings a wealth of experience in writing and editing. When she’s not busy editing articles, you’ll find May trying out new recipes, hitting the trails for a good hike, or enjoying a bit of retail therapy.
UTM student attacked by four masked men during campus gathering
UTM community calls upon university administration to address horrifying incident that resulted in serious injuries of residence student.
On February 23, five University of Toronto Mississauga (UTM) students were involved in an altercation at the university’s McGrath Valley…
Millions of people are displaced as Nigeria enters its twelfth year in conflict
Nigeria’s decade-long conflict is not only aggravating the country’s economic system but is also leaving millions of people in dire…
The Aphrodite Project returns for another year
With almost 46 thousand matches made in 2019, students look forward to yet another year of online pairing.
Created by the University of Waterloo, the Aphrodite Project made its return this year on January 24—just in time for…
Syrian children overburdened by decade long humanitarian crisis
Syria’s current economic disaster has created one of the world’s worst humanitarian crises, with 80 per cent of its population…
U of T overlooks accessibility concerns for students with medical conditions
Students use popular social media platforms like Reddit and Instagram to voice their concerns regarding in-person instruction.
In response to U of T’s decision to maintain in-person learning for a few courses during the new semester, several…
Students hold UTM administrators accountable for lack of communication
U of T faces backlash for poor decision-making including the action to approve a controversial and unsafe food service provider.
As the Covid-19 pandemic continues to impact universities across Ontario, students are coming together and expressing their concerns to university…
Nursing students are challenged by greater entrance requirements
Covid-19 has led to overworked hospitals and a shortage of nurses
In addition to an ongoing pandemic and a major shortage of medical personnel, nursing students in Canada are experiencing difficulty…
Hyperinflation, power cuts, and shortages of food and medicine drive Venezuelans out of their country
For several years, Venezuela has been suffering from a severe socio-political and economic crisis, becoming one of the worst current…
U of T graduates endure another year of virtual convocation
Students share angry comments on social media platforms demanding the university to reinstate in-person celebrations.
On November 18, graduating students at the University of Toronto Mississauga (UTM) celebrated yet another virtual convocation. Due to the…
Economics professor under heat for concerning teaching methods
Recent petition circulates the internet after students express their dissatisfaction with U of T Professor Lee Bailey.
Recently, Professor Lee Bailey of the University of Toronto Mississauga (UTM) has been facing backlash from students expressing concerns about…
Student fees policy dismissed by Ontario court
Thousands of student initiatives have faced challenges after Premier Doug Ford’s implementation of an opt-out policy.
Earlier this week, the Ontario government announced it will not be appealing an August court decision to uphold Premier Doug…
More than five million citizens seek urgent humanitarian assistance due to civil war in Ethiopia
It has been more than one year since the start of civil war in Ethiopia’s northern region of Tigray. The…
Return to in-person learning arrives earlier than expected for UTM students
Students voice their concerns through petitions and meetings in response to recent announcement of in-person learning this winter.
On October 1, the University of Toronto Mississauga (UTM) announced it will be offering the majority of courses in-person this…
Muslim Association of Canada to launch digital programs to combat Islamophobia
Ministry of Education devotes $300,000 in allegiance to local Muslim organizations across Ontario.
In response to the recent rise of hate crimes against the Muslim community, Ontario announced it will be investing $300,000…