VOLUME 51, ISSUE 2 — (September 9, 2024)
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.
As a new wave of students begins their journey at the University of Toronto Mississauga (UTM), whether as first-year students…
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.
The Robert Gillespie Academic Skills Centre (RGASC) at the University of Toronto Mississauga (UTM) is a great place for students…
August News Briefs
Canada responds to mpox outbreak after World Health Organization declares public health emergency On August 14, 2024, the World Health…
Protests in Bangladesh come to an end following prime minister’s resignation
More than 1,000 people were killed and more than 33,000 were injured in the last month including protestors, students, and children.
On August 5, Sheikh Hasina, the now-resigned prime minister of Bangladesh, fled to India after weeks of protests led by…
A blast from the past: UTMSU hosts 2024 Orientation Week
First-year students celebrate a medieval-filled week full of events, including a show, dinner, and even a boat ride to kick off their undergraduate experience.
From August 31 to September 7, the University of Toronto Mississauga Student Union (UTMSU) hosted its annual Orientation Week for…
Confronting Elitism in Modern Science
Elitism in scientific and academic communities undermines the next generation of scientists and changemakers.
Elitism happens when certain groups are regarded as superior, allowing them to control resources specific to their community. This creates…
Dating as a Muslim
How sex and sexuality are misunderstood in religious communities.
As an international student, a staple of going home for the summer involves at least one 2 AM catch-up with…
Youth activism in Bangladesh and beyond
Youth activism—on social media and on the streets—has defined resistance movements for decades.
Since June, Bangladeshi students have led protests for their increasingly totalitarian government, led by Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina, to increase…
Doomerism for Dummies
A doomerist … no, REALIST approach to squandering your life.
Hey, you! I regret to inform you that the end of the world is rapidly approaching. I am here to…
Introducing the newest coach for UTM men’s soccer: Kevin Iyamabo
The former UTM star will be assistant coaching alongside head coach, Szabolcs-Zoltán Bozsoky.
In January 2022, Kevin Iyamabo made his University of Toronto Mississauga men’s soccer debut in a 1-1 draw against Scarborough….
Dive into fun at the UTM Pool!
Regardless of your swimming level, there’s something for everyone at the UTM Pool.
Public pools don’t always have the best reputation, and quite honestly, it’s deserved. In my five years of lifeguarding, I’ve…
On Task Studio: A soft place to land for Toronto artists
Why this local creative believes it’s okay to not have it all figured out.
“I’m constantly still figuring out who I am,” says Alexandra Howell of On Task Behaviour. We’re sitting in the studio…
The end of an iconic era: From “brat summer” to “demure” fall
Transitioning from an exciting summer to a mindful fall semester.
The end of summer is a time for us to reflect on all our experiences, good and bad, over the…
Reflecting on Rosalía’s El Mal Querer
The power of Flamenco and story-telling in music.
In 2018, flamenco-trained artist, Rosalía, released her conceptual album El Mal Querer. The album is structured as a narrative that…
Disney live-action remakes: Who even wanted this?
Exploring how fan-hate fails to incentivise Disney to stop remaking their beloved classics.
On August 10, 2024, Walt Disney Studios uploaded the trailer for Snow White (2025). The film is a live action…