VOLUME 49, ISSUE 2 (September 12, 2022)
The end of an era: Queen Elizabeth II passes away
UK’s longest-serving monarch and beloved public figure, Queen Elizabeth II, is peacefully laid to rest with millions mourning.
On the afternoon of September 8, 2022, Queen Elizabeth II, passed away at the age of 96 at Balmoral Castle,…
Campaigns begin as housing shortages continue to plague UTM students
High rental costs and unfavourable living conditions raise concerns over affordable student housing options.
According to Statistics Canada, in April 2022, 53 per cent of young adults, aged 15 to 29, were concerned about…
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.
In the two years of virtual learning, violations of academic integrity have risen to alarming numbers. According to the University…
Convergence of cultures and ethnicities in the GTA
Throughout the years, many ethnic groups have built up sizable communities within the Greater Toronto Area, resulting in the region representing the epitome of cultural diversity.
As one of the most culturally-diverse regions in the world, the Greater Toronto Area (GTA) is known for both its…
Editorial: Embracing inclusivity
In the workplace, a public image of inclusivity is not enough; performative policies and promises are not enough.
Countless organizations have faced lawsuits regarding discrimination in their hiring practices. From ethnic racism to cultural exclusion, companies are afraid…
Toronto’s 2022 Mid-Autumn Festival sheds light on Chinese cultural traditions
The Chinese community in Canada celebrated the Mid-Autumn Festival on September 10, commemorating the end of the harvest season with a gathering of families.
The Mid-Autumn Festival takes place on the 15th day of the eighth month of the Chinese calendar. On the more…
Cultural gatekeeping might be more dangerous than cultural appropriation
Cultural appropriation isn’t straightforward enough to be regulated by the public, rather, the solution lies in self-awareness.
The debate on where the line between cultural appreciation and appropriation must be drawn continues to grow as social media…
From Liz, With Love: SOS-come-now-before-I-get-eaten-by-a-coyote
Dear Liz, A month ago, I went on a date and he tried to take it too far. I am…
How to: Culture shock 101
Here are three tips to help you through culture shock and enjoy your time in Canada.
Merriam-Webster defines cultural shock as “a sense of confusion and uncertainty sometimes with feelings of anxiety that may affect people…
Food: keeping us cultured and connected
Rising food spots in the GTA have affected the way we define culture and how we stay celebrate each other.
“I’ve never tried shawarma,” said my co-worker. Several heads turned. I gasped. In hindsight, it was quite comical how we made…
A Brown girl’s guide to cultural appreciation on social media
Social media has greatly impacted our understanding and appreciation of culture in both positive, and at times, negative ways.
I’m sure many Brown girls are familiar with the feeling of being taunted for our oiled, sleek braids, or having…
Art is a necessity for all: Reflections from an Egyptian household
A thought provoking argument on the tough yet necessary meanings of art for those in Egyptian families.
Growing up, the closest I got to meeting artists was by watching them on my TV. I was born and…
Folk music helps us understand our own cultures
Although traditional folk music is not heard much on the radio, it holds deep significance to a culture’s people.
What makes music “folk?” How does a country’s history influence its rhythms? While well-known folk artists like Joni Mitchell and…
Robert Eggers continues to redefine genres with The Northman
Egger’s film is yet another example of the history that creates historical fiction.
The Northman, Eggers’ latest and most ambitious film, received six times the budget of the director’s two preceding films combined—The…
Faith and Fortune: Challenging and illustrating colonialism
Art Gallery of Ontario’s new exhibit displays four decades of colonization with the art of the Spanish Empire.
From 1492 to 1898, the Spanish Empire ruled across the Atlantic and Pacific oceans. Rising from the ashes of the…
Hopes and griefs in The Joy Luck Club
The Joy Luck Club by Amy Tan follows the stories of four women who meet after church every week to…
Geographically far, emotionally close
UTM students share their defining experiences with their cultures.
Familiarity in an unknown place Aia Jaber, Managing Editor My feet drag slowly across the pavement, eagerly approaching a busy…
Samiha Mohsen on adjusting to student life in North America: “Though everything was changing, the pool is always there for me”
Samiha Mohsen received a bachelor’s degree one year before her classmates, earned a master’s degree from the University of Calgary…
Research suggests youth who play sports should not ignore their pain
Misconceptions about osteoarthritis can lead to misdiagnosis, especially in young athletes.
Osteoarthritis, a degenerative disease that changes your bone structure, is often associated with the elderly population, but recent studies have…