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University of Toronto supports students’ success with Microsoft Live@edu web-based tools
TORONTO, ON — Microsoft Canada and the University of Toronto are pleased to announce that UofT is the latest higher education institution to deliver Microsoft’s Live@edu e‑mail and document management service. This joint initiative enables UofT’s 77,000 students to join a rapidly growing community of 11 million peers in more than 10,000 schools worldwide who […]
Online advertising waters down impact of offline ad bans
TORONTO, ON – Not allowed to advertise your booze or smokes on a billboard? That’s okay. Research shows online advertising works especially well in places with government ad bans. “If you want to regulate the offline world, you have to remember that people have access online too and you have to think about how that […]
Was the G8 Deauville Summit a success or a failure?
TORONTO, ON — According to John Kirton, director of the G8 Research Group, the summit promised to be an exceptionally significant event. Seldom before had a single G8 summit confronted such a broad range of tightly interconnected burning crises — waging war to liberate Libya, bringing democracy to North Africa and the Middle East, coping […]
A special conversation with Nandan Nilekani, Infosys co-founder and chairman unique identification authority of India
TORONTO, ON – The University of Toronto and MaRS is pleased to present a “Special Conversation” with Nandan Nilekani co-founder of Infosys Technologies Ltd., and Chairman of the Unique Identification Authority of India (UIDAI). UIDAI aims to provide a unique identification number for all residents of India. The event, moderated by Roger Martin, Dean of […]
Study shows brain’s response to sadness can predict relapses into depression
TORONTO, ON – A University of Toronto study shows that when formerly depressed people experience mild states of sadness, their brain’s response can predict if they will become depressed again. “Part of what makes depression such a devastating disease is the high rate of relapse,” says Norman Farb, a PhD psychology student and lead author […]
Seneca and University of Toronto partner for student success
TORONTO, ON — Seneca College and the University of Toronto (U of T) are pleased to announce a unique post-secondary partnership that shortens the time it takes eligible Seneca students to earn a diploma and a degree at both institutions to four years. The Student Success Partnership Agreement gives students the opportunity to begin their […]
University of Toronto honours extraordinary achievements
TORONTO, ON – Approximately 12,500 students will graduate from the University of Toronto at convocation ceremonies taking place from Tuesday, May 31 to Friday June 17 in Convocation Hall, 31 King’s College Circle. The University will also confer 15 honorary degrees on outstanding scholars, innovative thinkers, extraordinary public servants and leading philanthropists. Honorary graduates include: […]
U of T hosts young science enthusiasts for All Science Challenge competition
SCARBOROUGH, ON – More than 120 Grade 6, 7 and 8 students from Greater Toronto Area schools are poised to compete in the All Science Challenge on Tuesday, May 31 at the Humanities Wing at the University of Toronto, Scarborough campus. Hosted by University of Toronto science students, the All Science Challenge is a fun-filled […]
G8 members usually keep their promises, but not always
TORONTO, ON — According to the “2010 Muskoka G8 Summit Final Compliance Report,” just published by the G8 Research Group at the Munk School of Global Affairs at the University of Toronto, show that the G8 as a whole lives up to its priority promises about 73% of the time. Canada and Russia are in […]
Student research showcase brings University of Toronto’s biomedical engineering community together
TORONTO, ON – The Institute of Biomaterials and Biomedical Engineering’s (IBBME) annual Scientific Day took place on Thursday, May 19 in the Medical Sciences Building of the University of Toronto. It was attended by nearly three hundred students, faculty and staff. “It’s the most significant calendar event for the IBBME community,” said Professor Paul Santerre, […]
Renowned authors and global thinkers to receive honorary degrees from U of T
TORONTO, ON – What do Malcolm Gladwell, Craig and Marc Kielburger and Nandan Nilekani have in common? All are influential leaders, thinkers and acclaimed authors who inspire others to examine the world in new ways. And each will receive an honorary degree from the University of Toronto at Convocation this spring. Craig, who graduated from […]
U of T celebrates extraordinary scholars
TORONTO, ON – The University of Toronto will confer honorary degrees on several outstanding scholars in the fields of medicine, engineering and medieval studies at its Convocation this spring. “The University of Toronto is delighted to recognize a number of accomplished individuals who have made significant contributions to research, knowledge and teaching,” said President David […]
May 28 Groundbreaking celebrates re-design of a Toronto architectural gem
TORONTO, ON – Victoria University, in the University of Toronto, will break ground on an exciting new renovation and expansion project, the Goldring Student Centre on Saturday, May 28 at 1 pm. Named in honour of lead donors, Victoria College graduates Blake C. Goldring and Judy G. Goldring, the Goldring Student Centre will double the […]
International speakers discuss the Deauville Summit
TORONTO, ON – On 23–24 May, on the eve of the 2011 G8 Summit, “New World, New Ideas: Contributions from Scholars and Civil Society” will bring international speakers to Paris to discuss the issues facing the G8 leaders a few days later. The conference is organized by the G8 Research Group and the Digital20 Project […]
U of T Criminology student wins Trudeau Scholarship for research on women and violence
TORONTO, ON — The prestigious Pierre Elliott Trudeau Foundation Scholarship is being awarded to Alexandra Lysova, a PhD student in criminology at the University of Toronto, for her outstanding research on women’s attitudes in situations of recurring domestic violence. The Trudeau Scholarships, which include an $180,000 award and the opportunity to be mentored by a […]
Employees don’t always share well with others, says new paper exposing “knowledge hiding”
TORONTO, ON — Why isn’t knowledge transfer happening more often in companies spending money on it? Maybe it’s because their staff don’t always want to share. “We’ve had years of research in organizations about the benefits of knowledge-sharing but an important issue is the fact that people don’t necessarily want to share their knowledge,” says […]
U of T researchers find link between childhood physical abuse and chronic fatigue syndrome and fibromyalgia in women
TORONTO, ON – Childhood physical abuse is associated with significantly elevated rates of functional somatic syndromes such as chronic fatigue syndrome, fibromyalgia and multiple chemical sensitivities among women, according to new findings by University of Toronto researchers. The research will be published in this month’s issue of the Journal of Aggression, Maltreatment & Trauma. “Women […]
Crowdsourcing science: Researcher uses Facebook to identify thousands of fish
TORONTO, ON – Facebook is well-known for connecting friends, publicizing events and allowing people ample space to procrastinate online. But recently, a scientist at the University of Toronto Scarborough (UTSC) helped illuminate a powerful new use for the social networking tool. In January, UTSC PhD candidate Devin Bloom helped conduct the first ichthyological survey on […]
Learn how successful leaders think — Rotman School’s Integrative Thinking Program comes to London, UK
TORONTO, ON – For the first time, the University of Toronto’s Rotman School of Management will be taking its Integrative Thinking program to London, UK. The three-day executive program, which is based on theory that lies at the heart of the Rotman MBA program, will take place on September 21 – 23, 2011. Led by […]
U of T celebrates nursing week with distinguished dialogue
TORONTO, ON – This year, the Bloomberg Faculty of Nursing is commemorating Nursing Week with a research exhibit, followed by a panel discussion titled, “Model of Care: Challenges and Opportunities” on May 10 at 5 p.m. and 6:30 p.m. respectively at 155 College St. The evening will close with a celebratory reception. Prior to the […]