VOLUME 48, ISSUE 10 (November 22, 2021)
More than five million citizens seek urgent humanitarian assistance due to civil war in Ethiopia
It has been more than one year since the start of civil war in Ethiopia’s northern region of Tigray. The…
U of T ranks seventh amongst some of the world’s most prestigious universities
Canada’s reputation as a country attracts students from all across the globe contributing to U of T’s recognized talent and innovation.
On November 13, the University of Toronto was ranked as the seventh most-searched university globally. A report conducted by Remitly…
Toronto’s troubling housing crisis presents numerous challenges for graduates
A ground-breaking number of 37,000 residents move out of Ontario to escape high-living costs.
Recent reports from Statistics Canada show that over 37,000 people moved out of the Ontario region between April to July…
Remembrance Day at U of T
St. George campus organizes commemoration events to remember past soldiers’ sacrifices and current soldiers’ unwavering dedication to Canada.
U of T commemorates Remembrance Day on November 11, honouring fallen soldiers and those who continue to serve the Canadian…
Student fees policy dismissed by Ontario court
Thousands of student initiatives have faced challenges after Premier Doug Ford’s implementation of an opt-out policy.
Earlier this week, the Ontario government announced it will not be appealing an August court decision to uphold Premier Doug…
Economics professor under heat for concerning teaching methods
Recent petition circulates the internet after students express their dissatisfaction with U of T Professor Lee Bailey.
Recently, Professor Lee Bailey of the University of Toronto Mississauga (UTM) has been facing backlash from students expressing concerns about…
Editorial: Are deadlines inflexible in the real world?
“When professors stress not missing a deadline, it can cultivate a fear of communication even if there are external issues affecting your academic performance and a fear of punishment.”
Late or missed deadlines are not always indicative of poor time management and laziness. Mental health issues, family emergencies, extracurricular…
New solution to curbing climate change? Turning carbon dioxide into stone
In a ground-breaking experiment, Iceland has offered an innovative way to reduce carbon emissions on a global level.
On the site of Hellisheidi Power Station located southwest of Iceland, the first-ever conversion experiment of turning carbon dioxide gas…
British Columbia’s floods are another example of the persisting climate change crisis
The provincial government’s response has been to deflect blame and avoid responsibility, instead of providing adequate assistance and implementing climate change policies.
Last week, British Columbia was walloped with a devastating and deadly “once-in-a-century weather event.” Since November 13, severe rainfall and…
Victory for the Indian farmers!
Prime Minister Modi makes a rare decision to accede and withdraw the highly controversial farming laws introduced last year.
Earlier this year, I wrote an article for The Medium about the controversial farming laws proposed by the Indian government…
Tim Hortons is back and bad as ever
The UTM community is relieved to waste their money on the inedible food they always loved.
Normalcy returned in the beginning of November as the beloved Davis’ Tim Hortons branch was seemingly brought back to life. A…
A 21st century love story: the talking stage
Dating now is the careful formulation of emojis and how many ‘y’s to put at the end of a ‘hey’ text.
Expectations of a Romeo and Juliet (minus the dying) or Gatsby and Daisy (minus the dying) love story is far…
How can students make the best of their anxiety?
World-renowned neuroscientist Dr. Wendy Suzuki discusses her most recent book titled Good Anxiety: The Power of Harnessing the Most Misunderstood Emotion.
I stood in front of a book cart that my colleagues and I call “recovery”—misplaced items that need to be…
The increase of minimum wage to $15.00 per hour has its ups and downs. Here’s why
We must challenge our policy makers to consider the big picture and put policies into effect that promote economic prosperity in Ontario.
The Ontario government has introduced legislation which, if passed, will raise the minimum wage from $14.35 to $15.00 per hour…
A city for everyone: Professor Ron Buliung on building a more accessible future
Prospective urban planners will learn the importance of integrating accessible city designs for those living with a disability.
Recently awarded the Mikey Milner International Professorship Award, University of Toronto Mississauga (UTM) professor Ron Buliung presented the Holland Bloorview…
Red (Taylor’s Version) is a magical and miserable masterpiece
Taylor Swift’s re-recording of her 2012 heartbreak anthem leaves fans crumpled up like pieces of paper.
As autumn leaves begin falling down like pieces into place, Taylor Swift’s re-recording of her fourth studio album, Red, is…
Marvel’s Eternals—a sidekick at best but never the superhero
While the latest film in the franchise had power and potential, it failed to save itself.
Spoiler warning: this review briefly discusses the beginning and end of the film. Marvel’s Eternals was expected to be a…
Arcane brings the League of Legends world to life
The highly anticipated animated series from Riot Games is a challenger of success.
One of the world’s most popular multiplayer online video games, League of Legends, introduced the first animated series set in…
Succession: a portrait of familial dysfunction
Questioning how repulsive reflections of reality continue to capture audience attention.
Spoiler warning: this review discusses scenes from seasons two and three of Succession. The opening scene of Succession’s third season…
UTM alumnus shares how the RAWC’s supportive environment can enable personal growth
Mark Niewiarowski is a University of Toronto Mississauga (UTM) alumnus. In 2019, he graduated with an Honours Bachelor of Arts…
Weekly exercise series: Badminton
Badminton offers a full body workout, a way to maintain focus, and a social experience.
Badminton is a game-changer when you want to switch up your gym routine. Why train your calves when you can…