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Mark Bonham and Janice Fukakusa will receive honorary doctorates from TMU in recognition of their incredible career accomplishments and community contributions.

Meet the trailblazers receiving honorary doctorates this fall Mark Bonham and Janice Fukakusa will receive recognition at TMU’s convocation ceremonies on Oct. 16

Professors James Nadler, Monique Tschofen, and Jonghun (Jay) Park have begun their prestigious research leave at Massey College.

Massey College brings together scholars, distinguished professionals and full-time graduate students in a stimulating, interdisciplinary intellectual community.

The Massey Fellowship is the result of a partnership between TMU and the college, facilitating the annual appointment of a TMU faculty member to the college for a one-year research leave.

Read more about their award-winning research: https://www.torontomu.ca/news-events/news/2024/09/massey-fellows-2024/

TMU welcomed new students to campus last week with over 100 Orientation Week events!

Take a look at some of the highlights: https://www.torontomu.ca/news-events/news/2024/09/good-times-captured-at-orientation/

This honour recognizes TMU professor Shelagh McCartney's innovative partnership-based research addressing complex housing issues across Canada.

TMU professor Shelagh McCartney named to Royal Society of Canada’s College of New Scholars, Artists and Scientists Honour recognizes innovative partnership-based research addressing complex housing issues across Canada

Learn more about TMU’s teams and how to cheer them on this season!

Get in the game: A guide to varsity sports at TMU this fall An exciting new season of TMU sports kicks off August 30 with women’s soccer

Another academic year is here, check out the events happening on campus this September!

Get free goodies, see a travelling art exhibit, and cheer on the Bold Another academic year is here at Toronto Metropolitan University, check out the events happening on campus this September

TMU President Mohamed Lachemi welcomes the community back to campus for the fall semester.

President Lachemi welcomes the 2024-25 academic year at TMU Fall semester at Toronto Metropolitan University offers a time to re-commit to community well-being, support and understanding for one another

Cheer on RTA Sport Media grad and Canadian Paralympic runner Marissa Papaconstantinou who's competing at the 2024 Paris Paralympics! See the event list below for when to catch her in action where she'll be looking to add another Paralympic medal to her collection!

Race times are local Paris time:
Tuesday, Sept. 3 T64 200m Heat - 10:30 am, Final - 19:50
Thursday, Sept. 5, T64 100m Heat - 20:42
Friday, Sept. 6, Universal 4x100m Relay Heat - 12:54 (if selected)
Friday, Sept. 6, T64 100m Final - 19:14
Friday, Sept. 6, Universal 4x100m Relay Final - 21:00 (if selected)

TMU is proud to host the inaugural North American showing of the internationally acclaimed architecture exhibition "Buone Nuove: Good News from Italy," featuring the works and words from global women architects who have changed the field.

You can visit this free exhibition from Sept 5th - Oct 10th at the Paul H. Cocker Gallery in the Department of Architectural Science.

Learn more about the exhibition here: https://www.torontomu.ca/architectural-science/stories-events/2024/09/buone-nuove-good-news---women-in-architecture---from-maxxi-to-me/

Join us for the opening reception on Sept. 5th! Click below to RSVP.

Buone Nuove/Good News – Women In Architecture – from MAXXI to MET An evening to celebrate women in architecture and advance diversity in design.

Students, alumni, and Residence Life weigh in with helpful tips for new roommates!

Living with roommates for the first time? Here are some important tips TMU student, alumni and Residence Life weigh in

TMU Professor Roxana Suehring and colleagues shed light on the toxicity of plastic lures.

Assessing the environmental risks of fishing TMU Professor Roxana Suehring and colleagues shed light on the toxicity of plastic lures

TMU nutrition professor Nick Bellissimo’s findings could be a game-changer for people looking to manage blood sugar levels.

New research finds rare sugar can help manage blood sugar, reduce calorie intake TMU nutrition professor Nick Bellissimo’s findings could be a game-changer for people looking to manage blood sugar levels

TMU community members are now encouraged to create personalized land acknowledgments that reflect the individual’s commitment to reconciliation.

New resources available to create personalized land acknowledgments at TMU Toronto Metropolitan University community members are now encouraged to create their own land acknowledgments using new resources approved by the Indigenous Education Council.

TMU alum Nadia Barbosa built the skills and a network at TMU to launch a social club that helps Gen Z and Millennials connect in real life.

Feeling lonely? TMU grad helps students find new friends and fun in Toronto Nadia Barbosa built skills and a network at TMU to launch a social club that helps genZ and millennials connect in real life

The Fashion Research Collection provides hands-on experience in fashion history and design, offering students a unique understanding that is invaluable for their academic and professional development.

Read more about this collection that spans over 200 years of fashion!

A fashion treasure trove for TMU students The Fashion Research Collection at TMU provides hands-on experience in fashion history and design to students

Sharanjeet Kaur has been appointed chief administrative officer of TMU School of Medicine and will be overseeing the launch of the school’s Integrated Health Centres.

Sharanjeet Kaur appointed chief administrative officer of TMU School of Medicine Experienced leader will oversee launch of TMU’s Integrated Health Centres

TMU alum and Fashion Zone (FZ) entrepreneur Faareha Asad is set to launch a modest swimwear line that is fashion-forward and sustainable this fall. For Asad, wearing modest full-coverage swimsuits takes courage because it makes you stand out in shared public places. Read more on what inspired her entrepreneurial journey and why fashion innovation starts at the Fashion Zone.

Have a idea or start-up that needs to get off the ground, follow the Fashion Zone to apply for the Fall 2024 cohort in September!

Launch of modest swimsuit line makes waves TMU alum and Fashion Zone member on debut swimwear collection

TMU’s Pamela Robinson delves into the potential and pitfalls of balancing efficiency and human experience with integrating AI in public participation.

Can we balance efficiency with human experience in civic engagement with AI on the horizon? TMU’s Pamela Robinson delves into the potential and pitfalls of integrating AI in public participation in new report

English as a second language (ESL) students from the English Language Institute were paired with students from two different institutions in Korea to explore global solutions that align with the UN’s Sustainable Development Goals.

How English as a second language students prepare to start their undergrad at TMU TMU’s English Language Institute challenges students to tackle world issues while improving their language skills

There's one more week to share your feedback on the draft 2025-30 Academic Plan.

Share your feedback here:
https://www.torontomu.ca/news-events/news/2024/07/review-tmus-draft-academic-plan/

TMU increased its STARS rating to Gold thanks to the university’s Sustainability Action Plan, the Free Store and Urban Farm.

TMU’s sustainability initiatives earn Gold rating TMU increased its STARS rating to Gold thanks to the university’s Sustainability Action Plan, the Free Store and Urban Farm

The community is invited to share feedback on the draft 2025-30 Academic Plan.

Building our future together: Review TMU’s draft academic plan TMU community invited to share feedback on draft 2025-30 Academic Plan

Visit the rooftop farm to harvest and learn about culturally significant crops such as callaloo, okra and more.

Urban Farm brings Black community together through food Visit the TMU rooftop farm to harvest and learn about culturally significant crops such as callaloo, okra and more

TMU basketball coach Carly Clarke helps lead Team Canada at the 2024 Olympics.

TMU basketball coach helps lead Team Canada at 2024 Olympics TMU coach Carly Clarke aims for podium as assistant coach of Canadian women’s team.

Brandon Arkinson and Maayan Ziv were recognized for making significant contributions to their communities.

Two TMU alumni receive Meritorious Service Decorations from the Governor General TMU alumni Brandon Arkinson and Maayan Ziv with Governor General Mary Simon after receiving their Meritorious Service Decorations