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We're thrilled to announce the recipients of the 2025 Dean’s Alumni Awards. From advancing paediatric care and global outbreak response to transforming primary care and maternal-fetal medicine, this year’s honourees exemplify the excellence and impact of our alumni community. bit.ly/3Uf3kcl

Finally, Canada is taking action on trade reliance with the U.S.: Will it be enough? Canada must diversify its trade relationships and reduce its economic dependence on the U.S. This doesn’t mean abandoning our largest trading partner, but it does mean expanding where we sell

Canada must diversify its trade relationships and reduce its economic dependence on the U.S. and address our productivity issues. Prof. Walid Hejazi writes for
@torontostar-rss.bsky.social www.thestar.com/opinion/cont...

Person checking financial trading data on smartphone in downtown city street, against busy pedestrian walkway and city traffic

New study explores how social media can yield signals on financial markets #UofT 📱 uoft.me/bJc

U of T Engineering News: U of T professor Alex Mihailidis appointed Knight of the Ordre des Palmes academiques (photo of Mihailidis standing beside a wheelchair outdoors)

🏅 Prof. Alex Mihailidis (BME) has been appointed Knight of the Ordre des Palmes académiques, one of France’s highest civilian honours — recognizing his distinguished contributions to education, science & international collaboration. 👏

🔗 Read more: uofteng.ca/sfm0Lm #UofT

U of T researchers can now apply for the KU Leuven Global Seed Fund!
🔬 Supports international research with KU Leuven
💶Up to €30,000 + possibility for matching support
📅Deadline: Oct 9, 2025
🌍All disciplines welcome

Apply now: uoft.me/bHJ

Hasaan Mohsin pictured in a flight suit.

#UofTArtSci alum Hasaan Mohsin is training to become an astronaut — from pilot and scuba certification to suborbital flight training.

“U of T gave me more than an education; it gave me grit.”

Read the latest A&S LinkedIn article: bit.ly/45vJIVe

SMU and 4 overseas universities join forces to advance human-focused urban research One potential research area could involve examining how extreme heat affects the mental health of city dwellers. Read more at straitstimes.com. Read more at straitstimes.com.

Last week, U of T's School of Cities announced a partnership with four institutions from across the globe to conduct joint research on how urbanites navigate and shape the environment in which they live. 🏢

Read more: bit.ly/4eDKCnK

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#UofT community members recognized with Order of Canada 🍁 uoft.me/bHf

Students at the UTSC Campus Valley Land Trail

The 2024–25 Annual Report from U of T’s Committee on the Environment, Climate Change & Sustainability is now live! 🌎 Over the past year, CECCS & the #UofT community advanced sustainability efforts on campus & beyond.

Explore the annual report: ceccsannualreport2024-2025.ca

Image shows Melanie Woodin

Image shows Melanie Woodin

Image shows Melanie Woodin

Image shows Melanie Woodin

Today we welcome #UofT's 17th president, Melanie Woodin. An internationally recognized neuroscientist and double graduate of U of T, Woodin starts a new chapter on her first day in office. ➡️ president.utoronto.ca

The giant “U of T” letters on Front Campus near Convocation Hall made it easy for this U of T Scarborough graduate to capture a special moment

The cloudy skies didn't darken the mood for this U of T Mississauga graduate

U of T President Meric Gertler spots the photographer on his way into Convocation Hall for a June 5 ceremony – one of the last ones he would preside over as U of T’s 16th president

Three new U of T graduates smile for the cameras outside Convocation Hall on the St. George campus

Cheered on by family & friends, more than 14,500 students from the #UofT’s three campuses walked across the stage in Convocation Hall during spring convocation this year. #UofTGrad25 📸 uoft.me/bGt

U of T President Meric Gertler, wearing his blue-and-white presidential robes, receives a standing ovation during his final convocation ceremony on June 20

#UofT President Meric Gertler prepares to step down after 12 transformative years #UofTGrad25 ➡️ uoft.me/bGq

Jon McGinnis

"How Latin translation made Western philosophers famous."
Listen to Jon McGinnis on Ideas with Nahlah Ayed.
www.cbc.ca/listen/live-...

Why are governments around the world tightening laws on misinformation?

The Citizen Lab’s @gabriellelim.bsky.social examines the global surge of misinformation legislation in this new article👇

Sajeev John (L) and Jacob Tsimerman

#UofT's Sajeev John & Jacob Tsimerman elected fellows of U.K.'s Royal Society ➡️ uoft.me/bFZ

The Alims are joined by Eyal de Lara, chair of the department of computer science, at a graduation reception

A family affAIr: Three siblings - now #UofT grads - use artificial intelligence to make a difference #UofTGrad25 📜 uoft.me/bFE

From left: Hannah Kozlowski, Andrew D'Elia, Zizo Al-Daqqaq, Samiha Mohsen and Bianka Bezuidenhout

What makes someone want to become a physician? For five graduates of the MD program at #UofT’s Temerty Faculty of Medicine, the answers are as unique as they are personal. #UofTGrad25 📜 uoft.me/bEr

On June 12, join a roundtable webinar that explores the challenges and possibilities of decolonizing academic methods across disciplines and geographic contexts. Hear from four panelists from around the globe.

Register: ugm.id/BeyondtheCanonWebinar

Rise of the middle powers. Here’s how Canada can wean itself off of U.S. dependence As Prime Minister Mark Carney hosts U.S. President Donald Trump and the rest of the G7 next week, leaders of middle powers like Canada can become less dependent on America

VP International, Prof. Joseph Wong's op-ed in the Toronto Star discusses what Canada needs to do to assert global leadership and wean itself off of U.S. dependence. bit.ly/43RhEfn

@josephwongut.bsky.social

Deadline extension - apply for the undergraduate Minor in Global Leadership by June 12! This unique tri-campus program empowers you to build essential leadership skills, seize global opportunities, and leave your mark on the world.

Apply now: uoft.me/brS

#UofT raises Progress Pride flag across its three campuses to celebrate #PrideMonth 🏳️‍🌈 uoft.me/bDf

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Armita Khashayardoost is graduating from #UofT Engineering with practical job experience, deep knowledge of energy systems & a proven track record of giving back to her community. #UofTGrad25 📜 uoft.me/bD5

Joint Calls for Proposals - U of T International Access funding to establish a new international collaboration or scale-up an existing one. Co-designed with specific partner institutions, these joint calls are designed to support long-term and susta...

U of T & @upcite.bsky.social have launched a joint Doctoral Mobility competition for PhD students to study & conduct research abroad for up to 12 months.

Apply by July 16: uoft.me/bpY

Image shows a graduate outside Convocation Hall

#UofT spring convocation 2025 begins today! Share how you're celebrating your big day by using #UofTGrad25. 🎉

For more information visit: utoronto.ca/convocation

‘I didn’t feel like a refugee anymore': How the Scholars-at-Risk program is giving U of T academics a fresh start An undergraduate economics student who was born in South Sudan and raised in a refugee camp in Kenya. A graduate of a University of Toronto master’s program who was displaced from Ukraine after the Ru...

‘I didn’t feel like a refugee anymore': How the Scholars-at-Risk program is giving #UofT academics a fresh start 💙

uoft.me/bCl

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Levelling up: Pro gamer returns to #UofT to complete degree #UofTGrad25 📜 uoft.me/bC3

📚 Dr. Tiya Miles, renowned scholar, historian, and National Book Award-winning author provided a thoughtful presentation about the interconnections between African Americans and Native Americans across time and space.

ICYMI, the livestream: www.youtube.com/watch?v=cbyU...

📸 Jenna Muirhead

🔬Earlier this month, our Director of Research Operations, Brandon Sutherland shared insights at #BIOKorea2025 on how AI is reshaping the future of drug development. The conference is Korea's largest international life sciences event, and we were thrilled to be a part of it🧬

On June 12, join us for Food for Thought: Sustainable Systems and Climate Solutions for Food and Farming with expert panelists to discuss the future of food security, agri-tech innovation, and sustainable systems. Register here: cpe.utoronto.ca/event/food-f...

20 years later, the first Somali refugee doctor trained in Canada sets her sights on happier patients Part of the first generation of Somali-Canadians to go to university, Dr. Fahima Osman has never let barriers stand in her way

Dr. Fahima Osman arrived in Canada as an 11-year-old refugee, and grew up the eldest of 9 kids. Today, she is a surgical oncologist and the first Somali refugee to become a doctor in Canada.

This great piece about Dr. Osman is a must-read. bit.ly/3Ful2Vh