October News Briefs
Quebec’s nursing order campaigns against “sexy nurse” costumes The Ordre des infirmières et infirmiers du Québec (OIIC) has launched what…
Editor’s Picks
The University of Toronto Mississauga’s Archery Club hits the bullseye
Fadlan Arif talks community, competition, and character-building through the sport.
The University of Toronto Mississauga’s (UTM) Archery Club is a place for students to learn archery in a safe environment…
“Queer alien gender things” in Victoria College Drama Society’s rendition of Hedwig and the Angry Inch
A conversation with UTM’s star director Anthony Palermo on acquiring self-love through an intergalactic rock musical.
Glitter, rock n’roll, and sexual innuendos. A German drag queen with layers of colourful dresses and a collection of blonde…
How do we react when those we care about act unethically?
PhD candidate Rachel Forbes studies the importance of upholding moral standards and why we are less harsh on our loved ones.
As an inspiring journalist, I hold a set of ethical and moral codes: write with integrity and truth when sharing…
EczyApp: BIO434 students help users manage their eczema
UTM alumni share how their time at UTM helped them launch an app.
When Gurjap Deol, Sherry Du, and Vani Jain applied to BIO434: Social and Developmental Determinants of Human Health, they weren’t…
Editorial: Want to learn to cram? Step right up and take an exam!
Exams are an assessment of retention, not skills and knowledge.
Exams are an unfair method of evaluating student success and knowledge. In many classrooms, exams and other standardized tests represent…
Dr. Barbara Murck—UTM professor passes away at 67
Students, faculty, and staff mourn the loss of an inspiring academic and an impactful member of the community.
On October 15, 2022, the University of Toronto Mississauga (UTM) lost an exceptional environmental scientist and educator. Dr. Barbara Murck,…
Recent research says the “forward momentum” narrative motivates athletes to keep going.
Whether coming off a victory or loss, competitive athletes are always training for their next game.
Katherine Tamminen, Associate Professor of Sport Psychology at U of T, describes her research as being “interested in understanding how…
Vincent van Gogh: An art prodigy with a missing ear
An analysis of van Gogh’s paintings, his writing, and his struggles with mental illness.
During the early hours of December 24, 1888, a man toppled into the Hôtel-Dieu, a hospital in Arles, France. He…
“Everywhere is loud and everything is a blur”
What university feels like for a student with ADHD as she navigates her studies and friendships.
Imagine you have a quiz on Friday and decide to prepare for it in advance. But every time you sit…
Editorial: Mental health support is a form of health care
There should never be wait times associated with accessing proper mental health resources.
Reaching out for mental health resources can be an intimidating experience, and that’s perfectly normal—everyone moves at their own pace,…
The World Health Organization advocates for a worldwide reform of mental health support
WHO reports mental disorders are the leading cause of disability and urges countries to accelerate plans to eliminate stigma towards mental illnesses.
In June 2022, the World Health Organization (WHO) released its largest mental health review since 2000. The review revealed that…
UTM Fitness Supervisor inducted into the U of T Sports Hall of Fame
Andrew Bellerby, Recreation and Fitness Supervisor at the Recreation, Athletics & Wellness Centre, will forever be a part of U of T history.
Andrew Bellerby recalls the moment when U of T’s 1995 lightweight men’s eight rowing team crossed the finish line to…
I’m Glad My Mom Died uncovers the secrets behind Nickelodeon stars
TW: Eating disorders, OCD, depression, sexual harassment. Everyone, at some point, craves fame. We crave red carpets, magazine shoots, and…
The Journal of Scientific Innovation: U of T’s only undergraduate scientific journal
Professor Christopher Eaton and Paige France talk about how their undergraduate scientific journal can help address historical divides.
Open Science is an umbrella term used in a variety of practices, with its greatest tenant being free and open…