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UTMSU introduces new campaigns while maintaining a few of its long-served legacies
Food insecurity, financial hardship, and housing challenges are among a few issues the University of Toronto Mississauga Student Union plans to take on this academic year.

Sameera Muna September 16, 2024September 16, 2024

As the 2024 academic year unfolds, the University of Toronto Mississauga (UTM) Student Union (UTMSU) is set to launch various…

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Creating safe spaces for students on the UTMSU’s agenda for 2023-2024
In an interview with The Medium, UTMSU President Gulfy Bekbolatova and Vice President Campus Life Jasnoor Sandhu share plans for the 2023-2024 academic year.

Juliana Stacey September 4, 2023September 4, 2023

The fall semester is just around the corner and, as students return to the University of Toronto Mississauga (UTM), the…

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End of year recap with the UTMSU: Working towards goals as a community
In conversation with The Medium, UTMSU president Maëlis Barre shares the organization’s greatest achievements for the 2022-2023 academic year.

Larry Lau April 3, 2023April 3, 2023

As the end of the academic year approaches, The Medium spoke with Maëlis Barre, president of the University of Toronto…

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The UTMSU introduces its plans for a winter lobby week
In their annual general meeting, the UTMSU reviewed the previous year’s initiatives and introduced its lobby week event for UTM students to chime in on what needs to be improved upon.

Larry Lau November 28, 2022November 28, 2022

On November 24, 2022, the University of Toronto Mississauga Students’ Union (UTMSU) held its annual general meeting (AGM) in Deerfield…

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“Education for All”: Why university “should be a right, and not a privilege”
The UTMSU calls for free and accessible education for all undergraduate students as part of its ongoing “Education for All” campaign.

Elizabeth Provost October 31, 2022October 31, 2022

On October 24, 2022, the University of Toronto Mississauga Students’ Union’s (UTMSU) executive team, adorned with cow-printed bucket hats, loudly…

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The UTMSU hosts week-long event as cases of academic offence soar
Academic Advocacy Week returns this year to raise awareness of academic resources available to new and returning students.

Razia Saleh September 12, 2022September 12, 2022

In the two years of virtual learning, violations of academic integrity have risen to alarming numbers. According to the University…

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Elimination of tuition fees takes centre stage in UTMSU’s plans for the upcoming year
President Maëlis Barre introduces the campaigns, events, and initiatives in an interview with The Medium.

Larry Lau September 5, 2022September 6, 2022

As existing students return and new students arrive for the fall semester, the University of Toronto Mississauga Students’ Union (UTMSU)…

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Looking back with the UTMSU: Financial literacy, mental health, and guaranteed food security
President Mitra Yakubi and the UTMSU team review this year’s achievements while reflecting on Covid-19 obstacles.

Larry Lau March 28, 2022March 28, 2022

“It was a challenging year for most of us due to the pandemic and the closing and reopening of campus,”…

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UTMSU invites students to virtual Commission Meeting to discuss upcoming campaigns and events
Mental Health Awareness Week, Undergraduate Research Symposium, and Sustainability Week are just a few of many campaigns that will be offered to students in the 2022 Winter term.

Anjalli Becharbhai January 24, 2022January 24, 2022

On January 17, the University of Toronto Mississauga Student Union (UTMSU) hosted their annual Commission Meeting via Zoom at 4…

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UTMSU continues to demand immediate reduction on tuition fees
International students share their thoughts during the Education for All meeting held in late November.

Shreya Joshi December 6, 2021February 7, 2022

On November 22, the University of Toronto Mississauga Student Union (UTMSU) held a virtual meeting to discuss the impacts of…

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UTMSU invites students to gather virtually for their Annual General Meeting
The Textbook Exchange Program and the Job Readiness Program are only a few of the new changes implemented this year for UTM students.

Haya Abu Ghosh November 29, 2021December 10, 2021

On November 23, the University of Toronto Mississauga Student Union (UTMSU) held their Annual General Meeting, where they discussed future…

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UTMSU continues to fight against the mandated leave of absence policy
Since 2018, eight U of T students have been put on leave, according to UTMSU president.

Isik Vera Senel November 15, 2021November 15, 2021

The controversial University-Mandated Leave of Absence Policy (UMLAP) continues to be a source of concern for students. In an email…

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Students express their concerns about returning to campus in January
“Students are extremely worried about the Covid-19 protocols currently in place at U of T, they do not believe it is sufficient enough to protect them,” says UTMSU President.

Isik Vera Senel November 8, 2021November 8, 2021

The University of Toronto Mississauga Students’ Union (UTMSU) Commission met for the second time this year on November 3 to…

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Striving for academic excellence and student change
The UTMSU will be organizing numerous events in the upcoming weeks focusing on important student initiatives such as their Education For All campaign.

Larry Lau October 4, 2021October 4, 2021

While students prepare for upcoming midterms, members of the UTMSU have also been hard at work, organizing a variety of…

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