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October 18, 2023

President Gertler’s message to the U of T community on the conflict in the Middle East

More than a week has passed since the tragic events of October 7 – beginning with the unspeakable atrocities committed by Hamas against Israeli civilians, actions that shocked and horrified many around the world. Since then, we have watched in horror and dread as the number of Palestinian civilian casualties has soared following Israel’s military response.

October 10, 2023

Dean's Message to the Community on the Israeli-Palestinian Conflict

I know that many of us are deeply saddened and horrified by the recent violence in the Israeli-Palestinian conflict and the tragic loss of lives throughout the region. As Dean, I know that events in Israel and Gaza have intensified distress among our community — many of whom are worried about loved ones, friends, and colleagues and who have direct and indirect ties to the region. The safety and well-being of all at �� is my foremost concern.

September 29, 2023

New ��-led studies reveal a simple, yet effective, strategy to combat academic dishonesty

As universities grapple with high-profile cheating scandals, new research from Professor Kang Lee reveals a simple, scientifically validated solution: reminding students about the consequences of cheating before exams.

September 28, 2023

Providing Care During the Pandemic: Dr. Debby Wilson Danard raises a Lodge on U of T grounds

At the height of the pandemic, �� alum Dr. Debby Wilson Danard raised the first-ever lodge at U of T. The Mother Earth Learning Lodge ensured physically distanced learning on the land and a vital space for Indigenous knowledge, teachings and ceremony.

September 25, 2023

Event preview: Three �� authors pen text on anti-racist and activist teacher education

On October 3, 2023 at ��'s Nexus Lounge, three ��-affiliated researchers will celebrate the release of their co-edited book, Enacting Anti-Racist and Activist Pedagogies in Teacher Education.

September 21, 2023

Re-centring classroom learning around social, environmental issues: The ENCORE Lab and critical action learning

Critical Action Learning Exchange (CALE) is a community of educators who engage classrooms in “critical inquiry” about environmental and social issues.

The Pride, Canadian, and Trans flags raised at the University of Toronto

September 20, 2023

Dean Erica Walker and the �� community want to emphasize U of T's commitment to inclusion, excellence, diversity, and access. �� stands with the 2SLGBTQ+ community, and remains steadfast in our commitment to building safe and welcoming learning environments for all.

September 18, 2023

Forming thoughtful leaders: Meet new �� faculty, Dr. Beyhan Farhadi

Assistant Professor Beyhan Farhadi, in ��’s department of Leadership, Adult and Higher Education (LHAE), began a tenure stream appointment on July 15, 2023.

September 15, 2023

�� scholars discuss Ontario’s implementation plan for child care and early learning agreements, where the plan falls short, and what we need to do about it.

September 11, 2023

What comes next? International partnership rouses conversation on the United Nations’ 17 Sustainable Development Goals and the 2030 agenda

This summer, members of the International Network of Education Institutes convened to share their experiences with Sustainable Development Goals.

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September 11, 2023

The value of volunteering: a conversation with �� alumni association president Nikoletta Papadopoulos

�� Alumni Association president Nikoletta Papadopoulos discusses the value of volunteering as an �� student.

September 8, 2023

�� alum Jennifer Johnson's work helps children find their inner compass

Inspired by her 8-year-old, Jennifer co-founded Captains & Poets, a social emotional learning initiative that helps kids develop their best, authentic selves.

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