University Affairs

July 5, 2023

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In my opinion

We cannot barricade ourselves within the ivory tower

A professor reflects on the recent attack on two students and a professor at the University of Waterloo.

BY ALANA CATTAPAN | JUL 05 2023

News

TikTok: Canadian universities take a stand

Over the last few months, several Canadian postsecondary institutions have issued policies or recommendations regarding the social media app.

BY CATHERINE COUTURIER | JUL 04 2023

Responsibilities May Include

How to take action against gender inequality and discrimination

Four steps graduate students, postdocs and their allies can take to advance equality.

BY CLAIRE KAMALIDDIN | JUN 30 2023

Career Advice

How a community fridge is feeding students in more ways than one

Sustainability projects like this at McMaster help to meet campus needs and provide valuable opportunities for students to put theory – and their passions – into practice.

BY ABBIE LITTLE & KATE WHALEN | JUN 29 2023

The Happy Academic

The art of a getting a great summer break

Want the summer break you need? Prepare to work at it.

BY BAILEY SOUSA & ALEXANDER CLARK | JUL 05 2023

UVic in global top 10 for impact

The University of Victoria is among the top 10 universities worldwide for advancing UN Sustainable Development Goals, according to the latest Times Higher Education Impact Rankings. UVic is a leader in Canada, ranking first in the country for climate action impact– third globally – in the 2023 assessment. The annual Times Higher Ed analysis affirms UVic’s 30-plus year commitment to climate action through research, stewardship, outreach, teaching and partnerships. In April, the B.C.-based university announced it will lead a national research initiative with more than 40 partners that will help Canada reduce greenhouse gas emissions and reach net-zero goals.

PEOPLE ON THE MOVE

Cynthia Holmes Toronto Metropolitan University

Toronto Metropolitan University has appointed Cynthia Holmes dean of the Ted Rogers School of Management. Dr. Holmes was previously TRSM’s associate dean, faculty and academic, and in 2022, served as the university’s interim vice-provost, academic.

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