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University of Toronto School of Continuing Studies @uoftscs.bsky.social · 4d

Did you know that the bigger your brain is, the longer you yawn? #TriviaTuesday www.sciencetimes.com...

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Ann Y.K. Choi @annykchoi.bsky.social · 10d

Started teaching a new Intro to Novel Writing class at @uoftscs.bsky.social. We explored what a strong opening paragraph might look like. One of my favourites is from Miriam Toews' A Complicated Kindness. It immediately draws readers in with its tone & narrative voice. #WritingFiction

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Carolyn Harris 🇨🇦 @royalhistorian.bsky.social · 11d

STARTS NEXT WEEK: My course on the history of Imperial Spain @uoftscs.bsky.social Register here:

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3102 - Imperial Spain

Ferdinand and Isabella transformed Spain into a world power. They sponsored Columbus’s voyages to the Americas and formed alliances with other European kingdoms. This new imperial Spain had a dark s.....

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University of Toronto School of Continuing Studies @uoftscs.bsky.social · 12d

Today we mark #orangeshirtday in honour of every Indigenous child who was taken from their families and lost to or survived the atrocities of residential schools.

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Carolyn Harris 🇨🇦 @royalhistorian.bsky.social · 15d

There are a few more seats left in my October-November @uoftscs.bsky.social Imperial Spain course! Register here: learn.utoronto.ca/programs-cou...

3102 - Imperial Spain

Ferdinand and Isabella transformed Spain into a world power. They sponsored Columbus’s voyages to the Americas and formed alliances with other European kingdoms. This new imperial Spain had a dark s.....

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Ann Y.K. Choi @annykchoi.bsky.social · 17d

Do you want to write a novel but don't know how to get started? In this @uoftscs.bsky.social writing course, there are no grades - just a lot feedback from me & your peers to help shape the story you want to tell. Plus, the intro to novel writing class is online.
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University of Toronto School of Continuing Studies @uoftscs.bsky.social · 16d

“Confidence in leadership isn’t just about personality; it’s about preparation, mindset, and skill-building.” - SCS Instructor, Angelo Cofini shares six tips on transitioning to a leadership role.

What's your best tip for taking on the challenge of #leadership?

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Six Tips for Transitioning into a Leadership Role with Confidence

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University of Toronto @utoronto.ca · 17d

#UofT among top five universities globally in latest research rankings 🌎 uoft.me/bRe

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University of Toronto School of Continuing Studies @uoftscs.bsky.social · 18d

Did you know if you could drive your car into the sky at about 95km per hour, it would only take about an hour to reach outer space? #TriviaTuesday www.sciencefocus.com...

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U of T Faculty of Arts & Science @artsci.utoronto.ca · 19d

Tomorrow’s fireside chat between Ronald E. Ignace, Commissioner of Indigenous Languages, and advocate and practitioner Karihwakeron Tim Thompson at the A&S Indigenous Research Ethics Symposium, hopes to offer new perspectives on revitalization.

Register now: bit.ly/4gB6MYP

Ronald E. Ignace and Karihwakeron Tim Thompson.

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Carolyn Harris 🇨🇦 @royalhistorian.bsky.social · 22d

STARTS OCTOBER 7: My course on the history of Imperial Spain @uoftscs.bsky.social - Register here: learn.utoronto.ca/programs-cou...

3102 - Imperial Spain

Ferdinand and Isabella transformed Spain into a world power. They sponsored Columbus’s voyages to the Americas and formed alliances with other European kingdoms. This new imperial Spain had a dark s.....

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University of Toronto School of Continuing Studies @uoftscs.bsky.social · 25d

“This program re-opened my world—not just at writing, but at rebuilding my life.” Read how the #UofT School of Continuing Studies #CreativeWriting program helped Melissa Williams find a supportive community, publish her work, and rediscover herself as a writer: learn.utoronto.ca/curiousu-blo...

From Loss to Literary Voice: How SCS Helped One Writer Rebuild Her Life

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University of Toronto School of Continuing Studies @uoftscs.bsky.social · 25d

Did you know most people can see over one million colours? #TriviaTuesday #learnsomethingneweveryday http://ow.ly/uS3S50O....

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University of Toronto School of Continuing Studies @uoftscs.bsky.social · 29d

AI has transformed job searching. Find out what this means for you at the next free Blueprint Career Services’ free RealTalk presentation, How AI Has Transformed Job Searching. Learn from how AI can be an invaluable tool to navigate the challenging labour market. my.demio.com/ref/OCg7XKuP...

Blueprint Real Talk: How AI Has Transformed Job Searching

Wednesday, September 17 12-1:30PM EST

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University of Toronto School of Continuing Studies @uoftscs.bsky.social · Sep 11

Check out what's new with our popular University Lecture Series this fall! Which topics are you most interested in?
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10 Topics to Explore this fall at the University Lecture Series

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University of Toronto School of Continuing Studies @uoftscs.bsky.social · Sep 9

Did you know the human brain can generate enough power to light a lightbulb? #TriviaTuesday http://ow.ly/qEgL50N...

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University of Toronto School of Continuing Studies @uoftscs.bsky.social · Sep 9

There's still time to meet your 2025 personal and professional goals! Here are 10 ways the U of T School of Continuing Studies can help: ow.ly/1i8750WS3hc

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University of Toronto @utoronto.ca · Sep 3

Four #UofT community members recognized with Top 25 Canadian Immigrant Awards 🍁 uoft.me/bNn

(L-R) Sandra Yeung Racco, Peizhong Peter Wang, Shivani Gupta and Catherine Chandler-Crichlow

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University of Toronto School of Continuing Studies @uoftscs.bsky.social · Sep 5

How cute is the Wheels & Co. Beans coffee truck at King's College Circle? What's your favourite spot to stop for snacks on the way to class?

A black vintage coffee trailer decorated with pink flowers sits on the pathway of King's College Circle.

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University of Toronto School of Continuing Studies @uoftscs.bsky.social · Sep 4

Congratulations to SCS #CreativeWriting instructor Dennis Bock on the release of his latest novel, Strangers at the Red Door!

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Ann Y.K. Choi @annykchoi.bsky.social · Sep 3

Thank you! Grateful to UofT SCS for helping to jumpstart my writing career!

University of Toronto School of Continuing Studies @uoftscs.bsky.social · Sep 1

Congratulations to former SCS #CreativeWriting learner Ann Y. K. Choi, whose novel All Things Under the Moon is being released this month! https://annykchoi.com/

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University of Toronto School of Continuing Studies @uoftscs.bsky.social · Sep 2

Did you know a “jiffy” isn’t just an expression? It’s an actual unit of time. There are about three hundred thousand billion billion jiffies in a second. So next time you promise to do something in a jiffy, you’d better be quick! #TriviaTuesday www.sciencefocus.com...

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University of Toronto @utoronto.ca · Aug 28

#UofT President Melanie Woodin welcomes new and returning students, faculty, staff & librarians across the university's three campuses to the new school year. #MyUofT 💙 uoft.me/ft25

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University of Toronto School of Continuing Studies @uoftscs.bsky.social · Sep 1

Congratulations to former SCS #CreativeWriting learner Ann Y. K. Choi, whose novel All Things Under the Moon is being released this month! https://annykchoi.com/

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University of Toronto School of Continuing Studies @uoftscs.bsky.social · Aug 27

Congratulations to this year's Janice Colbert Poetry Award winner Daniela Mange, and runners up Kryslyne-Mai Ancheta and Nihal Sherif! learn.utoronto.ca/curiousu-blo...

Janice Colbert Poetry Award Winners Announced

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