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Gratitude is a Perspective
Gratitude is perhaps the most pervasive treatment plan that the well-intentioned prescribe to the sad, scared, or emotionally secluded. “Just…
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Professor Craig Fraser: Unmasking the legal dimensions of mental illness
UTM’s forensic science Professor Craig Fraser discusses the intricacies of mental illness in the criminal justice system.
The laws around mental illness in the justice system have always been interesting to me—especially as a forensic science minor…
Why we should have more patience for musicians who cancel tours
How does the demanding nature of tours affect musicians’ mental health, and subsequently their performances?
Music is a great way for people to express their emotions and stories to others in a way that complements…
The poetry of purpose: Maryam Uddin’s journey to Strike Out the Stigma
In response to the mental health crisis brought on by the Covid-19 pandemic, Uddin started a non-profit organization to raise awareness about mental illness.
In literature, art, and poetry, the search for meaning is infinite. Artists like Maryam Uddin have helped keep such endeavours…
Conventions and Inventions in Blood Quantum
Jeff Barnaby’s 2019 zombie film reimagines the Hollywood western.
Early in the epoch of Hollywood film, Indigenous men were presented as the stoic, fearless warrior—brave and silent. When the…
Taking action where it counts
#YouthVoice #EqualRepresentation
Taking a deep breath, I press open the door and walk into the hall. Crowds of unfamiliar faces are dotted…
The Mental Mastery of the Maple Leafs
Exploring how the Toronto Maple Leafs approach sports psychology and mental health.
Sports psychology is a growing area of interest for the Toronto Maple Leafs. The field of study deals with the…
The pursuit of work-life integration
Changing times and conditions have led to increased awareness for mental wellbeing at work and redefined job expectations.
Stress is always present in our lives. While small amounts of stress can fuel our motivation and determination, large amounts…
Hope to Heartbreak: the 2023 Toronto Blue Jays
The 2023 Toronto Blue Jays become the latest Toronto sports team to disappoint fans.
At the start of the 2023 MLB season, I claimed that the Toronto Blue Jays were primed to have a…
The relevance and resilience of Indian poet and filmmaker Leena Manimekalai
As she seeks to amplify marginalized voices, Manimekalai pushes boundaries through her work about human experiences.
“When I make political art, the world wants me dead,” says Leena Manimekalai, a Toronto-based poet and self-taught filmmaker of…
Multimedia exhibition on UTM campus is a mirror to modern society
Curated by art professors Irmgard Emmelhainz and Christine Shaw, GUT_BRAIN 1 explores the links between technology, environment, and the human person.
Whether you’re an expert in modern art or just a casual observer, the GUT_BRAIN 1: Destructive Desires and Other Destinies…
Multi-level marketing companies should be illegal everywhere
They’re basically pyramid schemes, so why are they still here?
Multi-level marketing (MLM) has been the subject of much controversy, with some claiming it is in fact a pyramid scheme….
UTM dining awarded three Michelin stars
“Luxurious ambiance and exquisite food,” says Michelin inspector.
The University of Toronto Mississauga (UTM) has achieved a new milestone after being awarded not one, not two, but three…
A timeline of events related to the Hollywood strikes
The 2023 strikes by SAG-AFTRA and the Writers Guild of America have brought the topic of mistreatment in the entertainment industry to the forefront.
The strikes began on May 2, 2023 when the Writers Guild of America (WGA), a professional association representing thousands of…
Kim Jong-un’s Russia visit sparks worries over secret deals
North Korean leader Kim Jong-un's recent visit to Russia amid the ongoing Russo-Ukrainian War has triggered US concerns, with allegations of undisclosed agreements between the two nations springing up.
On February 24, 2022, Russia’s invasion of Ukraine, under Vladimir Putin’s directive, plunged the world into a crisis that persists…