December 6, 2024
We’re excited to introduce a new Kosher dining experience here at U of T! In partnership with Urban Kosher, a branch of Lechaim Catering, we’re bringing more variety, convenience, and hot Kosher meals to your campus dining experience! What’s New? Keeping Kosher All Urban Kosher meals are COR certified and double-wrapped to maintain the highest […]
November 19, 2024
In late October, OISE’s Dr. Qui Alexander hosted a day of imaginative exploration of Queer and Trans futures at Hart House Farm. They share the aspirations and successes of the day. Imagine a Queer utopia that embraces caring for nature as an essential part of community. How could we make this a reality? Transforming Possibilities, held […]
November 1, 2024
He’s a giant of corporate Canada, a successful investor, respected philanthropist and popular TV personality, but Wes Hall describes serving as chancellor of the University of Toronto as “the privilege of my life.” Hall was officially installed as U of T’s 35th chancellor on Oct. 28 ahead of fall convocation ceremonies for students from the Faculty of Arts & […]
February 17, 2024
A milestone investment in the African Studies Centre and the Centre for Caribbean Studies at the University of Toronto will help attract top experts in the field, energize the next generation of researchers and engage students in advanced scholarship. The $5-million donation from alumnus Richard Rooney, which will be matched by funds from the Faculty […]
January 17, 2024
A new lab at the University of Toronto’s Anne Tanenbaum Centre for Jewish Studies (CJS) will be a hub for scholars from across disciplines to examine the persistence of antisemitism in a global context. The goals for the new lab include bringing together scholars and students whose work connects, directly or indirectly, with the study of antisemitism.
November 27, 2023
Shari Golberg will be joining the Division of People Strategy, Equity & Culture in the new role of Assistant Director, Faith & Anti-Racism in the Institutional Equity Office. This role was developed in response to Recommendation 2 from the Antisemitism Working Group Report. When Shari starts on January 8, 2024, she will work with key partners across the tri-campus to support the University’s commitment to foster an inclusive environment for faith-based communities at U of T.
October 31, 2023
Ketty Anyeko is dedicating her scholarly efforts to supporting post-conflict resolution and pursuing justice for victims, examining how children born of wartime sexual violence view the legal prosecutions of their fathers – often former rebel commanders – for sexual- and gender-based crimes. Her research is supported by U of T’s Provost’s Postdoctoral Fellowship program, which provides funding to hire postdoctoral researchers from underrepresented groups.
October 12, 2023
The Factor-Inwentash Faculty of Social Work is thrilled to welcome Shahana Arain, our inaugural Director of Equity, Diversity and Inclusion (EDI). Shahana Arain is an educator with 18 years of experience in various roles, including Principal with the Durham District School Board, curriculum writer with both Durham and York District School Boards, and Provincial Facilitator of Anti Oppressive Practices for senior leaders.
