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Below is a selection of the most recent U of T News stories. For all the latest news please visit www.utoronto.ca/news.
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- By getting involved on campus, U of T grad Vanessa Parise found her path – and a sense of purpose June 14, 2021Vanessa Parise’s journey as a University of Toronto student wasn’t defined by the hurdles she encountered, but by how she recovered and took steps to get the most from her post-secondary experience.https://www.utoronto.ca/sites/default/files/Vanessa_Parise.jpg
- Making space commonplace: U of T startup works with NASA on low-cost exoplanet research June 14, 2021A giant telescope carried on a balloon the size of a football stadium will soon allow researchers to gaze at distant gas planets known as “hot Jupiters” – and a University of Toronto startup is playing a key role in the endeavour.https://www.utoronto.ca/sites/default/files/superbit_prelaunch_2-crop.jpg
- U of T precision medicine program offers training in cross-disciplinary science June 14, 2021A new graduate education program at the University of Toronto will provide PhD students with advanced education in interdisciplinary biomedical research.https://www.utoronto.ca/sites/default/files/IMG_9060.jpg
- A champion of ethics and collaboration in public service, former city manager Shirley Hoy receives honorary degree June 14, 2021A dedicated public servant for more than 30 years, Shirley Hoy has spent much of her career on the unsung but crucial work that makes governments more efficient, ethical and transparent.https://www.utoronto.ca/sites/default/files/youtube/wPsCdPHjkYI.jpg
- U of T deep learning pioneer Geoffrey Hinton receives honorary degree June 11, 2021When you translate a sentence using Google, or ask Siri to send a text, or play a song recommended by Spotify, you are using a technology that owes much to the innovative research of Geoffrey Hinton.https://www.utoronto.ca/sites/default/files/youtube/sDoLarwpWII.jpg
- Algorithms and art: Researchers explore impact of AI on music and culture June 11, 2021Global access to art, culture, and entertainment products – music, movies, books, and more – has undergone fundamental changes over the past 20 years in light of groundbreaking developments in artificial intelligence.https://www.utoronto.ca/sites/default/files/GettyImages-1192397775.jpg
- ‘I’m just really proud of everyone’: Student ambassadors laud Class of 2021’s achievements, resilience June 11, 2021Graduating students representing the Class of 2021 in the University of Toronto’s virtual convocation ceremony are encouraging their peers to reflect on the magnitude of their achievements under difficult circumstances.https://www.utoronto.ca/sites/default/files/student-ambassadors-v3.jpg
- As member of global university alliance, U of T supports call for G7 leaders to prioritize future generations June 11, 2021The U7+ Alliance of World Universities is calling on world leaders to prioritize the interest of future generations and recognize universities’ capacity to help tackle pressing global issues such as climate change, the economic recovery from COVID-19 and championing social justice.https://www.utoronto.ca/sites/default/files/UofT86941_2020-09-10-St.%20George%20Back2School%20%287%29-lpr.JPG
- Spotting a need on campus, international grad Laura Gallo founded U of T Women's Association June 10, 2021When she arrived at the University of Toronto as an international student from the United States, Laura Gallo quickly spotted a glaring omission among the various groups and associations on campus.https://www.utoronto.ca/sites/default/files/Gallo_Photo%20lead.jpg
- Business leader, mentor and volunteer Donald Guloien receives honorary degree June 10, 2021As an executive with financial services giant Manulife Financial, Donald Guloien successfully guided the company through challenge after challenge. In the 1990s, he navigated its entry into the Japanese market and oversaw an initial public stock offering. For several years, he ran its global investment operation, managing almost $200 billion in assets.https://www.utoronto.ca/sites/default/files/youtube/uQ-aKrYYEPo.jpg
- The road ahead: Raquel Urtasun's startup to ‘unleash full power of AI’ on self-driving cars June 10, 2021More than $100-million in funding. Two decades of artificial intelligence expertise. Ten years of experience in self-driving technology. A 40-strong team of scientists and engineers.https://www.utoronto.ca/sites/default/files/Raquel_Urtasun_Portrait_horizontal%20copy.jpg
- Giving back – around the world: U of T grad supports fellow international students during COVID-19 June 9, 2021Zarina Mamadbekova’s grandfather was a role model, teaching her lessons she would live by while studying at the University of Toronto. Always be kind to others. Get a good education. Volunteer. Use your knowledge to help others.https://www.utoronto.ca/sites/default/files/image0-crop.jpg
- U of T researchers develop antibody drug that could treat diabetic retinopathy June 9, 2021The life-saving diabetic medication insulin, developed at the University of Toronto 100 years ago, was the first biologic therapy – a protein to treat disease. Now, a new biologic therapy developed by U of T researchers has potential to reverse a common diabetes complication.https://www.utoronto.ca/sites/default/files/GettyImages-102756953.jpg
- Honorary degree recipient Ken Greenberg chose Toronto as his home, then helped shape its development June 9, 2021For more than 40 years, Ken Greenberg has helped make cities better places to live. As an architect and urban designer, he has focused on rejuvenating downtowns and on creating vibrant public spaces.https://www.utoronto.ca/sites/default/files/youtube/TOs0REhSL6U.jpg
- U of T’s Raquel Urtasun raises $100 million for self-driving startup Waabi: reports June 8, 2021The University of Toronto’s Raquel Urtasun, a leading global expert in machine learning and computer vision, has raised more than CAN$100 million (US$83.5 million) for her new self-driving technology startup Waabi, according to Canadian and U.S. media reports.https://www.utoronto.ca/sites/default/files/GettyImages-481476986.jpg
- U of T first in Canada, second among North American public universities in latest QS World University Rankings June 8, 2021The University of Toronto ranked first in Canada, second among public universities in North America and among the top 15 public universities globally in the latest edition of the QS World University Rankings.https://www.utoronto.ca/sites/default/files/UofT86948_2020-09-10-St.%20George%20Back2School%20%2814%29-lpr.JPG
- Renowned zoologist Anne Innis Dagg, the “woman who loves giraffes,” receives honorary degree June 8, 2021Anne Innis Dagg was a toddler when she first saw a giraffe, during a visit to the Brookfield Zoo in Chicago. But the animal left such a strong impression that she made studying the creature a lifelong pursuit.https://www.utoronto.ca/sites/default/files/youtube/Il0cU8LDpUA.jpg
- U of T to require COVID-19 vaccinations for students living in residence June 8, 2021The University of Toronto will require students living in residence during the 2021-2022 academic year to be vaccinated against COVID-19.https://www.utoronto.ca/sites/default/files/UofT85737_20190527_WhitneyHallEntrance_2292.jpg
- 'They’ve risen to the challenge': U of T medical grads adapted to the unknown during COVID-19 June 7, 2021From contact tracing to providing babysitting services for health-care workers, the 254 medical students graduating this spring from the University of Toronto’s Temerty Faculty of Medicine have accumulated plenty of new experiences over the past year.https://www.utoronto.ca/sites/default/files/GettyImages-1232624769.jpg
- David Colcleugh, pioneer of leadership education for engineering students, receives honorary degree June 7, 2021An engineer who became president, chair and CEO of one of Canada’s largest industrial companies, David Colcleugh has spent much of his career advocating corporate responsibility, sustainable growth and the value of leadership education.https://www.utoronto.ca/sites/default/files/youtube/lAKYR0BsotM.jpg
