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A Palestinian Ramadan
What would Ramadan look like in a free Palestine?
It’s the eve of Ramadan in Gaza. A thin crescent moon has just appeared in the sky, declaring the start…
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.
On Monday, April 8, one million people are expected to visit Niagara Falls, Ontario to witness the exceptional solar eclipse…
UTM’s declassified first-year survival guide
A letter from UTM students to incoming students.
Transitioning to university can be overwhelming, especially in first year where you’re experimenting and finding out what’s the best fit…
Savouring the blend: the essence of culture in every bite
The connection between food, culture, and the melting pot of meals in Toronto.
Human civilization is like a richly-coloured rug with a myriad of cultural threads, each uniquely contributing to the grand mosaic…
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.
Up until recently, Big Tech companies, such as Amazon, Google, and Meta, were considered some of the most desirable jobs…
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.
In the Department of English & Drama at the University of Toronto Mississauga (UTM), there is a program that focuses…
Catching up with alumni: where are they now?
Three students share their journeys post-graduation.
You are about to walk up that stage, receive your degree, and exit those doors with a scroll in your…
Your guide to a successful reading week
Reading week offers students a mix of rest and stress, emphasizing the need to balance academics with enjoyable activities.
The first few weeks of the semester are often spent speed-scrolling through lecture slides and cramming notes into some semblance…
Qewy: your personal AI pal
How can we use AI to enhance learning in the classroom?
“I’m challenging universities to reinvent and invest more time into delivering content,” states Amjad Hassoun, a final-year computer science student…
Lecture Me! On pain and the social brain
Dr. Loren Martin discusses research based on emotional contagion and social interactions.
As a neuroscientist, Dr. Loren Martin uses models to understand neural circuits and molecular changes to minor nerve responses and…
“Dania’s Cuisine:” how a UTM graduate stepped into the world of TikTok content creation
A glimpse into food blogging with Dania Arwini.
The Internet is a great place. It can teach you how to do pretty much anything. How to fix a…
The evolving waves: a feminist journey through time
From ancient protests to modern-day movements, feminism is a relentless pursuit of gender equality and inclusion.
March 8 marks International Women’s Day, a public holiday that celebrates the political and social achievements of women and feminism…
Navigating the fog: what life is like postgraduation
Graduation marks the start of a new journey often filled with uncertainty.
You are walking through a thick forest with nothing but endless trees and pathways. Ahead of you feels like an…
Four years after Covid-19, these trends and practices still persist
From remote work to mental health challenges, Covid-19 reshaped post-pandemic life.
You might be shocked to know that Covid-19 is still actively infectious, even in the year 2024. According to the…