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In recognition of Black History Month, TMU Athletics and Recreation launched this year’s programming with an engaging and thought-provoking talk from Mark Harrison. We also extend sincere appreciation to our outstanding speakers for helping to make this event an unforgettable experience!
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TMU community members are invited to attend town halls on TMU’s 2026-27 budget.
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Help shape the 2026–27 university budget
Budget town halls invite the TMU community to learn more and share input
https://www.torontomu.ca/news-events/news/2026/02/help-shape-2026-27-university-budget/
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TMU will receive increased funding as part of a historic $6.4 billion provincial investment in Ontario's post-secondary sector – the largest commitment in the province's history.
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TMU to benefit from province's $6.4 billion investment in post-secondary education
Ontario's largest-ever funding commitment will strengthen universities, expand access to in-demand programs
https://www.torontomu.ca/news-events/news/2026/02/tmu-benefit-provinces-investment-post-secondary-education/
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Dating apps promise a plethora of choices, but can end up leaving us feeling lonelier. TMU Marketing Prof Mathieu Lajante says commodifying human connection makes relationships more transactional. Read more about the hidden consequences of selling love online.
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What dating apps are really optimizing. Hint: it isn’t love
Dating apps reshape human connection, love, choice and intimacy into market transactions designed to maximize profit rather than build relationships.
https://theconversation.com/what-dating-apps-are-really-optimizing-hint-it-isnt-love-274931
6 days ago
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is establishing two Integrated Health Centres (IHCs), opening in February 2026. The clinics were announced at an Ontario Ministry of Health press conference focused on expanding the province’s primary care health-care workforce.
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TMU to open Integrated Health Clinics
New medical sites at TMU will boost primary care access and create jobs
https://www.torontomu.ca/news-events/news/2026/02/tmu-to-open-integrated-health-clinics/
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Dozens of Girl Guides came to TMU for Badge Day. Organized by the Ontario Network of Women in Engineering (ONWiE), the initiative empowers girls to explore engineering early in their education. With support from TMU’s Engineering Outreach team, the Guides built lava lamps and earned a unique badge!
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TMU grad and former Bold player Gregory Di Tomaso makes his debut at the 2026 Olympics on Wednesday, Feb. 11 at 3:10 p.m. ET as Italy faces Sweden — the first game in a journey that took years of dedication, family support and a hard-won citizenship. Read his story:
www.torontomu.ca/news-events/...
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The 2025 Viola Desmond Awards recipients are advancing change across health care, food security, the legal system and beyond. They will be honoured for work rooted in advocacy, conviction and community impact during Black History Month, February 2026.
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Meet the 17th annual Viola Desmond Awards recipients
Presented by TMU's Office of the Vice-President, Equity and Community Inclusion (OVPECI) in partnership with the Ted Rogers School of Management, the 17th annual Viola Desmond Awards recognize Black w...
https://www.torontomu.ca/news-events/news/2026/02/17th-annual-viola-desmond-award-recipients/
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Six members of the TMU community have received appointments to the Order of Canada in recognition of their distinguished service and contributions to their fields and communities at home and abroad.
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TMU community members appointed to Order of Canada
Six individuals in the TMU community recognized for outstanding achievements and service
https://www.torontomu.ca/news-events/news/2026/02/tmu-community-members-appointed-order-of-canada/
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The stage is set and the curtain is rising on an exciting performance season at TMU. From February through April, the School of Performance presents eight live productions featuring dance and acting students working alongside professional artists.
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Your guide to TMU’s 2026 performance season
Eight student-led productions bring bold storytelling to TMU February–April
https://www.torontomu.ca/news-events/news/2026/02/guide-to-tmus-2026-performance-season/
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From behind the broadcast desk to the top of the podium of athlete fashion, TMU alumni are bringing their talent to the world stage at the Milan Cortina 2026 Winter Olympics!
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TMU Alumni Behind the Magic of Milan Cortina 2026
https://www.torontomu.ca/alumni/news-and-stories/2026/02/tmu-alumni-behind-the-magic-of-milan-cortina-2026/#!accordion-1770083857287-in-conversation-with-leslie
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After escaping war in Syria, TMU gave Hanen Nanaa the tools to lead, serve and inspire. Today, she is a successful social entrepreneur, prestigious award winner and public policy advisor.
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From refugee to rising star: How this TMU alum turned hardship into hope
Read TMU grad and rising star Hanen Nanaa's powerful refugee success story and see how she’s driving change in Canada.
https://magazine.torontomu.ca/tmu-alum-refugee-rising-star-hanen-nanaa/
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TMU now offers women’s-only fitness classes at the RAC. Two student leaders, Fiza Ijaz and Jamilah Uddin, made it happen.
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TMU students launch women’s only fitness classes at the RAC
TMU students launch women's only fitness classes at the RAC
https://www.torontomu.ca/news-events/news/2026/02/tmu-students-launch-women-only-fitness-classes-at-the-rac/
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“How did we get here?” Investigative journalist and alum Rick Westhead came to TMU to discuss We Breed Lions, his reporting on the sexual assault case involving members of the 2018 Canadian World Junior team, and the culture of silence in hockey — and why accountability is essential to change.
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Rick Westhead brings hockey’s hard truths to TMU
TSN journalist Rick Westhead shared insights of his new book, We Breed Lions, at TMU's Mattamy Athletic Centre
https://www.torontomu.ca/news-events/news/2026/01/rick-westhead-brings-hockeys-hard-truths-to-tmu/
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Throughout February, TMU is hosting events and programs where you can learn about Black Canadians who shaped our history and continue to inspire future generations.
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30 years of Black History Month: TMU celebrates all February
From keynote speakers to community mixers, discover TMU campus events honouring Black brilliance
https://www.torontomu.ca/news-events/news/2026/01/celebrating-black-history-month-at-tmu/
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TMU's Workout Buddy Program pairs students to help make working out more accessible and less intimidating.
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How TMU’s Workout Buddies program gets students moving
TMU's Workout Buddy Program pairs students to help make working out more accessible and less intimidating
https://www.torontomu.ca/news-events/news/2026/01/tmu-workout-buddies-program-gets-students-moving/
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10 years ago, both TMU basketball teams won championships 10 minutes apart. Read about that historic moment and where those champions are now.
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Remembering 2016: When TMU basketball teams made history
How both TMU teams won championships 10 minutes apart -- and where those champions are now
https://www.torontomu.ca/news-events/news/2026/01/remembering-2016-when-tmu-basketball-teams-made-history/
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Looking for something new, interesting – and free – to check out this winter season? The Image Centre at TMU has you covered. From now until April 4, community members are invited to explore four new exhibits as part of its winter programming.
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Free winter exhibitions at TMU’s Image Centre
The Image Centre at TMU has four new exhibits
https://www.torontomu.ca/news-events/news/2026/01/free-winter-exhibitions-at-tmu-image-centre/
21 days ago
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A new CBC News story highlights how TMU librarians are teaching students to use AI critically and ethically, from spotting bias to smarter research.
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Are librarians the key for teaching AI literacy? | CBC News
Librarians teach students about research, media literacy, copyright and technology. This makes them perfect for teaching about the power and pitfalls of AI. Yet students — from kindergarteners to post...
https://www.cbc.ca/news/canada/librarians-teach-ai-9.7055661
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Holocaust Education Week at TMU offers programming that raises awareness and fosters greater understanding of the Holocaust within the campus community.
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Holocaust Remembrance Day events for TMU community
Holocaust Education Week at TMU features survivor testimony, film screenings and more January 26-30
https://www.torontomu.ca/news-events/news/2026/01/tmu-marks-holocaust-remembrance-day-week-education/
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TMU's Jake Effoduh is teaching future lawyers how technology affects equity and justice — and he's doing so through real-world challenges such as transit projects and communities affected by heavy water consumption.
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How TMU's Jake Effoduh prepares law students for AI's real impacts
TMU law professor Jake Effoduh uses real-world problems to teach students about AI ethics, data privacy and social justice in the legal system
https://magazine.torontomu.ca/how-tmus-jake-effoduh-prepares-law-students-for-ais-real-impacts/
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Math educator, drag performer and TikTok star Kyne Santos’ goal is to make math more accessible.
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TMU math student teaches millions while dressed in drag
The goal of TMU master's student, math educator, drag performer and TikTok star Kyne Santos is to make math more accessible.
https://www.torontomu.ca/news-events/news/2026/01/tmu-math-student-teaches-millions-dressed-in-drag/
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Could AI help judge the Olympics? TMU prof Laurel Walzak explores how artificial intelligence could reshape fairness, scoring, and decision-making in elite sport. Read the full piece in
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Could AI Judge the Olympics? - Macleans.ca
In elite sports, technology makes competition fairer
https://macleans.ca/sports/could-ai-judge-the-olympics/
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Want to shop your values without paying more? New TMU research is rethinking ethical buying, and how brands can compete without higher prices.
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Why good intentions rarely turn into ethical purchases
New TMU research on matching on purchasing decisions with values
https://www.torontomu.ca/news-events/news/2026/01/why-good-intentions-rarely-turn-into-ethical-purchases/
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The university is pleased to announce that, following a comprehensive search process, Shari Hodges has been appointed as the new university registrar and executive director, strategic enrolment management.
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Shari Hodges appointed university registrar and executive director, strategic enrolment management
TMU's Office of the Registrar is a key partner in every stage of the student experience
https://www.torontomu.ca/news-events/news/2026/01/shari-hodges-appointed-university-registrar-and-executive-director-strategic-enrolment-management/
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TMU is embracing the opportunities and challenges of AI with a commitment to responsible innovation, integrity, equity and inclusion. Faculty, contract lecturers, librarians, staff and students are invited to share their feedback and help shape how TMU uses AI to learn, create and work.
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Help shape how TMU uses generative AI in the classroom and beyond
TMU community invited to attend AI town hall consultations.
https://www.torontomu.ca/news-events/news/2026/01/help-shape-tmus-ai-policies/
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Four astronauts are back on Earth after an early return prompted by a medical issue. In a recent New York Times article, Dr. Farhan Asrar, Associate Dean at the School of Medicine at TMU and a space medicine researcher, notes that future deep-space missions may require rethinking everything.
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Astronauts Are Safe After NASA Medical Evacuation From Space Station
https://www.nytimes.com/2026/01/15/science/nasa-astronauts-international-space-station-evacuation.html
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TMU researchers are leveraging AI to build autonomous drones capable of long-distance flight and safe landings in rugged terrain, helping deliver essential supplies to remote and Indigenous communities.
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How TMU’s drone research is helping connect remote Indigenous communities
TMU researchers show how AI can help drones deliver care to hard-to-reach Indigenous communities
https://www.torontomu.ca/news-events/news/2026/01/drone-research-helping-connect-remote-indigenous-communities/
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What kind of job can you get with an arts degree? Pretty much anything you set your mind to. Three Faculty of Arts alumni share how their degrees and their time as TMU students laid the foundation for their successful careers.
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Need career inspo? These alumni used their Arts degrees to land top-tier careers
From planning for climate change to supporting at-risk youth to building customer loyalty, TMU arts alumni are doing it all.
https://www.torontomu.ca/news-events/news/2026/01/alumni-arts-degrees-land-top-tier-careers/
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TMU journalism alum Kyle Edwards has won one of Canada’s top literary awards for his debut novel Small Ceremonies. The coming-of-age story shows how sports reflects society and how hockey has played a role in defining Canadian identity and belonging.
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Book on Indigenous identity, hockey wins Governor General's Award
https://www.torontomu.ca/news-events/news/2026/01/book-on-indigenous-identity-hockey-win-governor-generals-award/
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President Lachemi shares a message ahead of the mid-year break.
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Finding time for connection, rest and reflection
TMU President Lachemi reflects on TMU's diverse community and shares holiday wishes
https://www.torontomu.ca/news-events/news/2025/12/finding-time-for-rest-reflection/
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A year-end reflection in honour of those who have passed away in 2025.
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TMU remembers faculty, staff, students and alumni lost this year
TMU reflects on community members who passed away in 2025
https://www.torontomu.ca/news-events/news/2025/12/in-memoriam/
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Giving back has become a core part of the TMU women’s volleyball team culture. This holiday season, the athletes organized a toy drive for children at SickKids Hospital.
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TMU women’s volleyball team brings holiday cheer to SickKids with toy drive
TMU women’s volleyball team's initiative highlights its commitment to community beyond the court
https://www.torontomu.ca/news-events/news/2025/12/tmu-volleyball-team-toy-drive/
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Computer science PhD student Cassandra Ferworn won the 2025 Schuman Challenge with a plan to make AI education more accessible and trustworthy.
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TMU PhD student wins EU competition, takes AI policy proposal to Brussels
TMU's Cassandra Ferworn won the 2025 Schuman Challenge with a plan to make AI education more accessible and trustworthy
https://www.torontomu.ca/news-events/news/2025/12/tmu-phd-student-wins-eu-competition-takes-ai-policy-proposal-to-brussels/
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Eleven TMU students took home top prizes at this year's Global Undergraduate Awards, a prestigious international competition that recognizes outstanding undergraduate research.
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TMU students win big at international research competition
11 TMU students were honoured with Global Undergraduate Awards, recognizing outstanding undergraduate research, and sharing that work on an international stage.
https://www.torontomu.ca/news-events/news/2025/12/tmu-students-win-big-at-international-research-competition/
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This year’s Frost Festival brought hundreds of students, faculty and staff outside to celebrate the festive season and the end of fall semester classes!
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Photos: Celebrating the season at annual Frost Festival
TMU celebrates the end of fall classes with treats and good cheer
https://www.torontomu.ca/news-events/news/2025/12/photos-students-staff-celebrate-winter-at-annual-frost-festival/
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This fall, 24 law and architecture students worked together in a first-of-its-kind course to design the Lincoln Alexander School of Law’s new home at 277 Victoria St.
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Student-designs show bold ideas for 277 Victoria St. and TMU campus expansion
Law and architecture students work together to create a vision for the future home of TMU's Lincoln Alexander School of Law
https://www.torontomu.ca/news-events/news/2025/12/architecture-students-create-designs-for-future-home-of-lincoln-alexander-school-of-law/
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As the year comes to a close, take a look back with us at some of the top and most read stories of 2025 – one of the university’s most transformative years yet.
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TMU Wrapped: Top stories of 2025
Check out TMU's highlights of the year from TorontoMet Today
https://www.torontomu.ca/news-events/news/2025/12/tmu-wrapped-top-stories-of-2025/
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The Ted Rogers School of Management has presented its intent to propose two new graduate programs in marketing and human resources management.
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Notice of Intent shared for new TRSM graduate programs
The Ted Rogers School of Management (TRSM) has presented its intent to propose two new graduate programs in marketing and human resources management.
https://www.torontomu.ca/news-events/news/2025/12/notice-of-intent-shared-for-new-trsm-graduate-programs/
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The Office of the Vice-President, Research and Innovation has announced Michelle Chrétien as their new assistant vice-president, research partnerships and commercialization.
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Michelle Chrétien appointed new assistant vice-president, research partnerships and commercialization
Chrétien joins TMU to lead research partnerships and commercialization, while Webb transitions to senior advisor for strategic research initiatives.
https://www.torontomu.ca/news-events/news/2025/12/michelle-chretien-appointed-new-assistant-vice-president-research-partnerships-and-commercialization/
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When TMU grad Hashim Jadoon returned to his native Pakistan and saw the unjust conditions people faced, he was determined to take action - spearheading one of the country’s most significant environmental rulings to date.
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TMU grad’s victorious crusade against mining mafia in Pakistan
TMU grad Hashim Jadoon is fighting against illegal limestone mining in Pakistan to protect his community and the environment.
https://magazine.torontomu.ca/tmu-grads-victorious-crusade-against-mining-mafia-in-pakistan/
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It's official! TTC riders will now be arriving at TMU Station 🚇
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Close friendships can sometimes spark jealousy, particularly when extraordinary experiences are involved. How can we avoid the social comparison trap? Eugene Chan, TMU Marketing prof and co-researcher of a revealing study shares insights.
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Is your best friend secretly jealous of you?
Research reveals hidden emotions that can damage even the closest friendships, says TMU prof
https://www.torontomu.ca/news-events/news/2025/12/is-your-best-friend-secretly-jealous-of-you/
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TMU professor Alireza Khatami’s film "The Things You Kill" has been selected as Canada’s submission for Best International Feature Film at the 98th Academy Awards.
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TMU professor’s film chosen as Canada’s Oscar submission
TMU's Image Arts professor Alireza Khatami’s The Things You Kill will represent Canada for Best International Feature.
https://www.torontomu.ca/news-events/news/2025/11/tmu-professors-film-chosen-as-canadas-oscar-submission/
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Roberta Iannacito-Provenzano, Provost & Vice-President, Academic shares a message to students as the semester comes to an end.
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TMU will name its new Centre for Student Wellbeing for Nadir Mohamed, a respected Canadian business leader and city-builder, who passed away in September.
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TMU’s new Centre for Student Wellbeing named in honour of Nadir Mohamed
Landmark building consolidates health, counselling, wellness services in one accessible place for TMU students
https://www.torontomu.ca/news-events/news/2025/12/tmus-new-centre-for-student-wellbeing-named-in-honour-of-nadir-mohamed/
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December 3 marks the International Day of Persons with Disabilities (IDPD), a day to promote understanding of disability issues and mobilize support for the dignity, rights and well-being of persons with disabilities. Learn more about TMU's IDPD events.
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TMU marks International Day of Persons with Disabilities
TMU student advocate draws on lived experiences to support disability inclusion on and off campus
https://www.torontomu.ca/news-events/news/2025/11/tmu-marks-day-of-persons-with-disabilities/
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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...
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From sold-out arenas to the classroom: TMU students will study Diljit Dosanjh’s impact on culture and creativity.
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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.
https://www.torontomu.ca/news-events/news/2025/11/tmu-launches-canadas-first-course-on-punjabi-superstar-diljit-dosanjh/
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PhD grad James Cairns channels political activism and personal addiction struggles in new essay collection.
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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
https://magazine.torontomu.ca/alum-gets-personal-in-new-book-in-crisis-on-crisis-essays-in-troubled-times/
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