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The strike that never happened: The CUPE 3092 victory
Earlier this year, union workers across the University of Toronto campuses threatened to strike before reaching an agreement, a win for thousands many workers.

Madhav Ajayamohan September 16, 2024September 16, 2024

Earlier this year, thousands of workers including teaching assistants (TA), postdoctoral fellows, service workers, and library workers among all three…

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Lecture Me!: Reforming police culture for police practices in Canada
Professor Julius Haag explains the ‘why’ and ‘what now’ behind a declining trust in police services through the lens of policing in the Greater Toronto Area.

Eraj Zaidi September 16, 2024September 16, 2024

On September 10, Julius Haag, a professor of the Department of Sociology at the University of Toronto Mississauga (UTM), hosted…

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The RGASC: A safe space for students seeking academic help
Writing Studio, Caribbean Black Writing Collective and Facilitated Study Groups are among many programs offered by the Robert Gillespie Academic Skills Centre that provide support and academic aid for students.

Michaela Dimtirov September 9, 2024September 8, 2024

The Robert Gillespie Academic Skills Centre (RGASC) at the University of Toronto Mississauga (UTM) is a great place for students…

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Got questions about Mississauga’s best spots? We’ve got you covered!
This student-written guide offers answers to questions about some of Mississauga’s hidden gems when it comes to a quick haircut, sightseeing spots, and good eats.

Mariana Dominguez Rodriguez September 9, 2024September 9, 2024

As a new wave of students begins their journey at the University of Toronto Mississauga (UTM), whether as first-year students…

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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.

Gisele Tang, Debbie Wong and Christina Pincente September 2, 2024September 18, 2024

Into second year: cherishing memories and preparing for the future Gisele Tang My first year flew by, and I cannot…

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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.

Madhav Ajayamohan September 2, 2024September 2, 2024

Opportunity. A word we use, but often take for granted. An opportunity does not guarantee a certain outcome. For instance,…

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Signing off: a heartfelt adieu from your trusted masthead

May Alsaigh, Aya Yafaoui, Louis Lam, Hannah Grace Wang, Omar Khan and Daanish Alvi March 25, 2024March 24, 2024

News To our remarkable team of writers and editors: thank you for your unwavering dedication, creativity, and bravery. From uncovering…

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A Palestinian Ramadan
What would Ramadan look like in a free Palestine?

Rafiqa Zubair March 25, 2024March 24, 2024

It’s the eve of Ramadan in Gaza. A thin crescent moon has just appeared in the sky, declaring the start…

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The total eclipse wonder: chasing the celestial shadow and its secrets
The April 8 solar eclipse, its history and significance, and fun facts about eclipses.

Yana Chopde March 25, 2024March 24, 2024

On Monday, April 8, one million people are expected to visit Niagara Falls, Ontario to witness the exceptional solar eclipse…

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UTM’s declassified first-year survival guide
A letter from UTM students to incoming students.

Zainab Khalil March 25, 2024March 24, 2024

Transitioning to university can be overwhelming, especially in first year where you’re experimenting and finding out what’s the best fit…

Faculty Feature

Crafting stories with Dr. Brent Wood: Inside UTM’s creative writing program
Dr. Wood promotes student creativity on campus and brings communities together through creative writing.

Yusuf Larizza-Ali March 18, 2024March 17, 2024

In the Department of English & Drama at the University of Toronto Mississauga (UTM), there is a program that focuses…

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Savouring the blend: the essence of culture in every bite
The connection between food, culture, and the melting pot of meals in Toronto.

Louis Lam March 18, 2024March 18, 2024

Human civilization is like a richly-coloured rug with a myriad of cultural threads, each uniquely contributing to the grand mosaic…

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Big Tech layoffs are here to stay in 2024
The once glamourous and sought-after Big Tech jobs are now facing continuous layoffs and cutbacks, leaving workers questioning their next employment strategies.

Mariana Dominguez Rodriguez March 18, 2024March 17, 2024

Up until recently, Big Tech companies, such as Amazon, Google, and Meta, were considered some of the most desirable jobs…

Lecture Me!

Lecture Me! On pain and the social brain
Dr. Loren Martin discusses research based on emotional contagion and social interactions.

Pamela Prasetya March 11, 2024March 10, 2024

As a neuroscientist, Dr. Loren Martin uses models to understand neural circuits and molecular changes to minor nerve responses and…

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Catching up with alumni: where are they now?
Three students share their journeys post-graduation.

Rafiqa Zubair March 11, 2024March 10, 2024

You are about to walk up that stage, receive your degree, and exit those doors with a scroll in your…

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