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Hear from students at TMU, George Brown, Fanshawe, and U of T about advocacy, accessibility, and the power of collective student voice — plus artistic performances by students with disabilities.
Register here: www.torontomu.ca/equity/event...
Register here: www.torontomu.ca/equity/event...
November 28, 2025 at 4:09 PM
Hear from students at TMU, George Brown, Fanshawe, and U of T about advocacy, accessibility, and the power of collective student voice — plus artistic performances by students with disabilities.
Register here: www.torontomu.ca/equity/event...
Register here: www.torontomu.ca/equity/event...
From sold-out arenas to the classroom: TMU students will study Diljit Dosanjh’s impact on culture and creativity.
TMU launches Canada’s first course on Punjabi superstar
New class at TMU explores how Diljit Dosanjh is changing music, culture and what it means to be Punjabi in Canada.
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November 27, 2025 at 7:11 PM
From sold-out arenas to the classroom: TMU students will study Diljit Dosanjh’s impact on culture and creativity.
PhD grad James Cairns channels political activism and personal addiction struggles in new essay collection.
Alum gets personal in new book In Crisis, On Crisis: Essays in Troubled Times
TMU PhD grad James Cairns explores personal addiction struggles and political upheaval through the lens of crisis in his new book
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November 26, 2025 at 7:04 PM
PhD grad James Cairns channels political activism and personal addiction struggles in new essay collection.
First-year Computer Science students Annber Verginom and Mya Grosz are the recipients of the 2025 Ted Rogers Legacy Scholarship, valued at up to $100,000 each.
Computer Science students win life-changing Ted Rogers Legacy Scholarship
Two first-year TMU students receive award available in computer science and computer engineering, valued at up to $100,000 each.
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November 26, 2025 at 5:06 PM
First-year Computer Science students Annber Verginom and Mya Grosz are the recipients of the 2025 Ted Rogers Legacy Scholarship, valued at up to $100,000 each.
TMU Frost returns to celebrate winter on December 2 from 1-4pm!
There will be snacks and treats, photo-ops, ice skating rentals, performances, and guided tours of the Image Centre. The best part is that it’s all free! Just don’t forget your OneCard!
There will be snacks and treats, photo-ops, ice skating rentals, performances, and guided tours of the Image Centre. The best part is that it’s all free! Just don’t forget your OneCard!
Embrace the cold: TMU's Frost Festival returns to celebrate winter
TMU Frost 2025 takes place on Tuesday, Dec. 2 from 1 - 4 p.m. on Gould St.
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November 25, 2025 at 8:55 PM
TMU Frost returns to celebrate winter on December 2 from 1-4pm!
There will be snacks and treats, photo-ops, ice skating rentals, performances, and guided tours of the Image Centre. The best part is that it’s all free! Just don’t forget your OneCard!
There will be snacks and treats, photo-ops, ice skating rentals, performances, and guided tours of the Image Centre. The best part is that it’s all free! Just don’t forget your OneCard!
Members have been selected for the search committee for Dean, Faculty of Community Services.
Search committee established for dean, Faculty of Community Services
Provost announces committee members for TMU faculty.
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November 24, 2025 at 2:11 PM
Members have been selected for the search committee for Dean, Faculty of Community Services.
On Sunday, November 16th over 20 students, faculty and staff from TMU took on the 1,776-step CN Tower Climb Up challenge to raise funds for the United Way Greater Toronto. By the end of the climb, the TMU team had raised nearly $7,000 to support United Way’s work across the Greater Toronto Area.
Stepping up for a good cause
Toronto Metropolitan University students, faculty and staff support United Way’s work across the GTA.
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November 21, 2025 at 8:17 PM
On Sunday, November 16th over 20 students, faculty and staff from TMU took on the 1,776-step CN Tower Climb Up challenge to raise funds for the United Way Greater Toronto. By the end of the climb, the TMU team had raised nearly $7,000 to support United Way’s work across the Greater Toronto Area.
From student interns and alumni, to an executive producer, to a TMU graduate competing, the university’s creative talent shone through in the newest season of Project Runway Canada.
Lights, camera, fashion: Project Runway Canada films new season at TMU
TMU students worked on set while a TMU grad competed for the grand prize.
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November 21, 2025 at 2:58 PM
From student interns and alumni, to an executive producer, to a TMU graduate competing, the university’s creative talent shone through in the newest season of Project Runway Canada.
If you're interested in studying abroad, here is your guide on the types of international experiences available to TMU students!
How TMU students can study abroad
TMU students embark on a life-changing experience with these international programs.
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November 20, 2025 at 3:49 PM
If you're interested in studying abroad, here is your guide on the types of international experiences available to TMU students!
Transit goers may notice that the subway station at Yonge and Dundas is starting the transition to its new name, TMU Station.
The name change is part of a new partnership called the Transit Innovation Yard, announced earlier this year when the TTC agreed to rename Dundas Station to TMU Station.
The name change is part of a new partnership called the Transit Innovation Yard, announced earlier this year when the TTC agreed to rename Dundas Station to TMU Station.
Unveiling TMU Station
New signs, new name as TMU Station rolls out across TTC
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November 19, 2025 at 4:49 PM
Transit goers may notice that the subway station at Yonge and Dundas is starting the transition to its new name, TMU Station.
The name change is part of a new partnership called the Transit Innovation Yard, announced earlier this year when the TTC agreed to rename Dundas Station to TMU Station.
The name change is part of a new partnership called the Transit Innovation Yard, announced earlier this year when the TTC agreed to rename Dundas Station to TMU Station.
If you've grabbed coffee at Oakham Café or hung out at The Met Campus Pub, you've used the Palin Foundation's services. But many TMU students don't know what this organization actually does.
Your student centre does way more than you think: Inside the Palin Foundation
Meet the foundation that runs your student hub — and why it matters for your TMU experience
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November 18, 2025 at 3:26 PM
If you've grabbed coffee at Oakham Café or hung out at The Met Campus Pub, you've used the Palin Foundation's services. But many TMU students don't know what this organization actually does.
With the colder weather underway, we would like to remind our community of the importance of staying vigilant in our health and safety measures, and that each of us has a role to play in keeping ourselves and our fellow community members safe from cold, flu and other illnesses.
Important reminders for cold and flu health and safety on campus
Review key health and safety tips for cold and flu prevention from TMU
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November 17, 2025 at 2:26 PM
With the colder weather underway, we would like to remind our community of the importance of staying vigilant in our health and safety measures, and that each of us has a role to play in keeping ourselves and our fellow community members safe from cold, flu and other illnesses.
Three TMU professors have been named 2025-26 Massey College fellows – a prestigious honour that gives them a year to dive deep into research that matters.
TMU professors receive prestigious research fellowships at Massey College
TMU profs Jane Griffith, Lia Langworthy and Hyacinth Simpson will spend year exploring Canadian identity, Black history and screen storytelling
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November 14, 2025 at 4:54 PM
Three TMU professors have been named 2025-26 Massey College fellows – a prestigious honour that gives them a year to dive deep into research that matters.
Every year, TMU’s President’s Entrance Scholarship recognizes incoming students who show exceptional academic excellence, leadership and community engagement.
These students led underground musicals in Iran, rural projects in India – now they’re at TMU
Meet two President's Entrance Scholarship recipients who bring unique stories of resilience and global impact to TMU.
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November 14, 2025 at 1:46 PM
Every year, TMU’s President’s Entrance Scholarship recognizes incoming students who show exceptional academic excellence, leadership and community engagement.
TMU is set to open a new 21-storey student residence on Bond Street and Dundas Street East, targeted for 2030. When it’s ready, it will add over 1,370 student beds and include two large classrooms on the lower level.
New student residence coming to TMU
TMU's new residence will increase housing with flexible options and academic spaces to enhance students’ on-campus experience.
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November 13, 2025 at 7:13 PM
TMU is set to open a new 21-storey student residence on Bond Street and Dundas Street East, targeted for 2030. When it’s ready, it will add over 1,370 student beds and include two large classrooms on the lower level.
Graham Hudson and Andrew McWilliams have been appointed interim deans of the Lincoln Alexander School of Law and Faculty of Science. Both appointments are effective January 1, 2026.
Graham Hudson and Andrew McWilliams appointed interim deans, Lincoln Alexander School of Law and Faculty of Science
Interim deans will serve TMU effective January 1, 2026.
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November 5, 2025 at 6:59 PM
Graham Hudson and Andrew McWilliams have been appointed interim deans of the Lincoln Alexander School of Law and Faculty of Science. Both appointments are effective January 1, 2026.
Big news: TMU’s Professional Music program made Billboard’s 2025 list of Top Music Business Schools — the first Canadian school to make the list!
Blending music, business and production with real-world experience, TMU is preparing grads to drive the next wave of innovation in the industry.
Blending music, business and production with real-world experience, TMU is preparing grads to drive the next wave of innovation in the industry.
Billboard’s 2025 Top Music Business Schools
Billboard’s Top Music Business Schools 2025 list highlights the institutions providing the next gen of executives with the skills to achieve success.
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November 5, 2025 at 2:32 PM
Big news: TMU’s Professional Music program made Billboard’s 2025 list of Top Music Business Schools — the first Canadian school to make the list!
Blending music, business and production with real-world experience, TMU is preparing grads to drive the next wave of innovation in the industry.
Blending music, business and production with real-world experience, TMU is preparing grads to drive the next wave of innovation in the industry.
TMU has received $25 million in capital funding from the federal government to further support the development of our School of Medicine in Brampton. We are deeply appreciative to Prime Minister Carney, Finance Minister Champagne and the federal government for their confidence in our vision.
Federal government invests $25 million in TMU's School of Medicine
Investment is a historic marker for TMU, Brampton and the people of Peel region.
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November 4, 2025 at 11:41 PM
TMU has received $25 million in capital funding from the federal government to further support the development of our School of Medicine in Brampton. We are deeply appreciative to Prime Minister Carney, Finance Minister Champagne and the federal government for their confidence in our vision.
Ever watched a Jays game and see them challenge a close play? If so, you’ve seen TMU grad Anthony Lucchese in action.
TMU grad in dream job with Toronto Blue Jays
As a video analyst for the Toronto Blue Jays, TMU grad Anthony ‘Cheese’ Lucchese makes split-second calls that can change the game.
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October 29, 2025 at 4:15 PM
Ever watched a Jays game and see them challenge a close play? If so, you’ve seen TMU grad Anthony Lucchese in action.
TMU's new task force and online resource hub equip faculty, staff, and students with the tools and guidance needed to harness AI's potential while maintaining academic integrity.
New TMU task force launches to support responsible AI use
Task force and website help TMU community navigate AI with confidence and care.
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October 28, 2025 at 5:20 PM
TMU's new task force and online resource hub equip faculty, staff, and students with the tools and guidance needed to harness AI's potential while maintaining academic integrity.
When Canada’s Department of Finance sought expertise on AI in the financial sector, they turned to TMU math professor, Alexey Rubtsov.
Learn how Rubtsov is shaping Canada’s AI rules for the financial sector.
Learn how Rubtsov is shaping Canada’s AI rules for the financial sector.
This TMU prof helps shape Canada’s AI rules for the financial sector
TMU prof Alexey Rubtsov leads the federal government’s AI strategy for Canada’s financial sector
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October 27, 2025 at 7:37 PM
When Canada’s Department of Finance sought expertise on AI in the financial sector, they turned to TMU math professor, Alexey Rubtsov.
Learn how Rubtsov is shaping Canada’s AI rules for the financial sector.
Learn how Rubtsov is shaping Canada’s AI rules for the financial sector.
From Oct. 27-29, together with @timeshighered.bsky.social, TMU is hosting the Global AI Summit 2025 —an international gathering of researchers, policymakers and industry experts focused on balancing social responsibility with innovation in the age of emerging technologies.
TMU hosts THE Global AI Summit 2025
Global higher education leaders, policymakers, innovators gather at TMU for critical conversations on AI and the future of education.
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October 27, 2025 at 1:21 PM
From Oct. 27-29, together with @timeshighered.bsky.social, TMU is hosting the Global AI Summit 2025 —an international gathering of researchers, policymakers and industry experts focused on balancing social responsibility with innovation in the age of emerging technologies.
The Blue Jays are heading to the World Series, and excitement is building. But as fandom surges, there’s a growing concern: sports betting is becoming a serious problem in Ontario.
Betting on the Blue Jays: Why sports betting could be riskier than you think
As the Blue Jays head to the World Series, TMU expert warns that Ontario’s online gambling boom could create serious problems.
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October 24, 2025 at 6:38 PM
The Blue Jays are heading to the World Series, and excitement is building. But as fandom surges, there’s a growing concern: sports betting is becoming a serious problem in Ontario.
Iron intake isn’t always top of mind for students juggling classes, part-time jobs, and late-night study sessions. For Wellbeing Week, School of Nutrition Professor Jenn Lee explains the risks posed by matcha and other drinks to iron levels.
Your matcha habit could be making you more tired
TMU professor and nutritionist spills the tea on how matcha may be blocking iron you need for energy.
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October 24, 2025 at 3:21 PM
Iron intake isn’t always top of mind for students juggling classes, part-time jobs, and late-night study sessions. For Wellbeing Week, School of Nutrition Professor Jenn Lee explains the risks posed by matcha and other drinks to iron levels.
When it comes to mental health, not everyone has easy access to professional help. Some people are turning to AI chatbots like ChatGPT but the technology can be dangerous as it doesn’t have safeguards in place.
Should you use ChatGPT for mental health?
TMU expert warns AI therapy tools lack oversight and could do more harm than good
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October 23, 2025 at 7:16 PM
When it comes to mental health, not everyone has easy access to professional help. Some people are turning to AI chatbots like ChatGPT but the technology can be dangerous as it doesn’t have safeguards in place.