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U of T moves to top spot in Maclean's ranking of medical-doctoral universities

16 Oct 2018 - 11:41am
U of T library through fisheye camera lens

The University of Toronto has been ranked first in Canada by Maclean’s magazine in the research-intensive medical and doctoral category.

The annual ranking, released this week, saw U of T move up one spot in the important category – which ranks research-focused universities with a broad range of graduate-level programs, including PhDs – and tie for first place with Montreal’s McGill University.

'Immense energy and passion': Innovative U of T faculty recognized with Early Career Teaching Awards

15 Oct 2018 - 4:22pm
Jayne Baker

No textbook is a substitute for an attentive and enthusiastic teacher. 

Each year, the University of Toronto recognizes faculty members in the early stages of their careers who go above the call of duty to help their students learn. U of T Mississauga sociology professor Jayne Baker is among four winners of this year's award, along with colleagues Sohee Kang, Jamie Kellar and David Liu who have found inventive ways to encourage their students to engage with classwork.

Cannabis on campus: U of T ramps up efforts to educate students, staff and faculty

15 Oct 2018 - 2:23pm
Photo of students on campus

With cannabis set to be legalized next week, the University of Toronto is ramping up efforts to educate students, staff and faculty about potential health and safety issues, as well as their responsibilities when it comes to the drug’s use.

Heather Kelly, the Student Life senior director of student success on the downtown Toronto campus, said U of T plans to encourage students – many of whom are of legal age in Ontario – to be responsible, obey the law and develop healthy life habits.

Helping youths discover biotechnology

11 Oct 2018 - 4:47pm
Voula Kanelis

A progressive initiative led by the University of Mississauga is engaging Ontario youths in practical science education.

Understanding the link between morality and happiness

5 Oct 2018 - 9:30am
Andrew Miles

We all know it feels good to help people in need. But do other types of principled behaviour also make us feel happy?

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