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Strengthening Indigenous ties: UTM’s first-ever All-Nations Powwow
UTM will be hosting a Powwow to provide space for celebration and reconciliation while also introducing Indigenous knowledge and values to the university community.

Mashiyat Ahmed March 20, 2023March 20, 2023

On March 25, 2023, the University of Toronto Mississauga (UTM), in partnership with the Mississaugas of the Credit First Nation,…

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The Benefits of Enterprise Operations Systems

Aidan Thompson March 15, 2023

Enterprise control systems certainly are a powerful application for a enterprise that would like to improve it is business business…

Raptors Wrap-Up

Raptors Wrap-Up: Shining stars

Justyn Aleluia March 13, 2023March 13, 2023

The NBA hosted the 72nd All-Star Weekend from February 17-19, 2023, where Scottie Barnes and Pascal Siakam represented the Raptors….

Sports

Revisiting She Moves 2023: The annual U of T event that honors women’s health
On March 8, to commemorate International Women's Day, UTM’s RAWC and HCC invited women students to try fun activities and group fitness classes.

Alanna Sethi March 13, 2023March 13, 2023

Even before I stepped inside, I could feel the upbeat music blasting through the gym. I hurried in, eager to…

Sports

Aidan Thompson: From reluctant child athlete to university sports competitor
The hockey player talks about shooting for UTM Eagles’ very own Miracle on Ice.

Kaitlyn Harris March 13, 2023March 20, 2023

For University of Toronto Mississauga (UTM) student-athlete Aidan Thompson, and Copy Editor for The Medium, the beginning of March means…

Rewind

How Fiddler on the Roof represents the evolution of traditions
Examining the historic musical-drama that has revolutionized film and music.

Megan Freedman March 13, 2023June 1, 2023

Tradition! Tevye the Milkman’s (Chaim Topol) entire world revolved around that one word. Sadly, this well-known, Fiddler on the Roof…

Arts

Recognizing Rihanna’s diverse discography and rise to fame
With smash hits that continue to reach music milestones, Rihanna’s artistry does not go unnoticed.

Mariana Dominguez Rodriguez March 13, 2023March 13, 2023

As fans had speculated, Rihanna has distanced herself from the music industry. Although Anti, her last studio album, was released…

The M's Playlist

The M’s Playlist: Samira’s March of Memories

Samira Karimova March 13, 2023December 29, 2023

I come from a diverse background. Having lived in many countries, each with their own unique culture and way of…

Arts

Alisa Samuel on discovering the truth behind your own writing
Samuel speaks about the publishing lessons that led to her recent chapbook, Post-Funeral Dance.

Julia Skoczypiec March 13, 2023March 20, 2023

On March 5, 2023, I attended a book launch at House of Anansi Press in Toronto. The event, hosted by…

Features

IMIx BIGDataAIHUB Seminar Series: Technology and the Law
Laura Crimi and Jeremiah Jesin-Neuberger, both from LaBarge Weinstein, cover how the law can protect your intellectual property, associated limitations, and offer their legal advice during the seminar.

Mari Khan March 13, 2023March 13, 2023

On March 1, 2023, the University of Toronto Mississauga’s Institute of Management and Innovation held their seventh seminar in their…

Features

Dear plastic bottle, where are you now?
Although consensus surrounds single-use plastic bottles’ devastating effect on the environment, plastic-free alternatives prove hard to implement, requiring an international call for action.

Sierra Peca March 13, 2023March 13, 2023

The life of a single-use plastic water bottle is a peculiar one, because frankly, it’s one that seems to never…

From Liz, With Love

From Liz, With Love: Jealousy is not the answer

Elizabeth Provost March 13, 2023March 13, 2023

Hey Liz, I’m currently dating a girl after breaking up with my ex not that long ago. But I’m starting…

Opinion

Dating in the modern era: Are women pressured into playing hard to get?
A (sort of) deep dive into expectations for women in the dating world, and their links to the patriarchy and, possibly, evolution.

Danica D’Sa March 13, 2023May 19, 2023

Picture this: you’re anxiously sitting on your bed, hunched over, staring daggers at your phone. Your heart has been in…

Opinion

Who hurt Netflix?
Netflix's days of playing with our emotions and taunting us with its anticipated password sharing are finally over. The dreaded day is coming soon.

Mari Khan March 13, 2023March 17, 2023

“Love is sharing a password.” – Netflix It’s normal to be salty around New Years or Valentines Day, but someone…

Opinion

Selena Gomez’s internet battles are a lesson for us all
The solution to cyber bullying may indeed be to “kill them with kindness.”

Vanessa Bogacki March 13, 2023March 13, 2023

TikTok, Instagram, Snapchat, Twitter, and many other social media platforms have broken within the last two weeks because of the…

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