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U of T Mississauga (UTM) @utm.utoronto.ca · 5m

Oct. 23 | Laugh, Cry, Cringe: Storytelling Series with Hannah Permaul Flores

Spoken Earth: Poetry, Resilience, and Environmental Advocacy
⏰ 12 p.m. - 2 p.m.
📍 MN5128

Register ➡️ https://bit.ly/4o5QNok

U of T Mississauga (UTM) @utm.utoronto.ca · 17h

Oct. 9 | Photography Exhibition

Check out a new photography exhibition: "In the Quiet of Everyday Life: Indian and Pakistani Diaspora Lives in the GTA"

⏰ 6 p.m.
📍 MN North Reception

Exhibition runs through Oct. 17, 2025

More info ➡️ https://bit.ly/46E1EzX

Promotional banner for an event titled 'In the Quiet of Everyday Life – Indian and Pakistani Diaspora Lives in the GTA', featuring a person draped in a white embroidered shawl, sitting against a lush green background. The event details 'A Community Photography Research Exhibition'

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U of T Mississauga (UTM) @utm.utoronto.ca · 20h

Oct. 21 | Canadian Italian Development Association Lecture

In two weeks, you're invited to the inaugural CIDA lecture featuring the Honourable Frank Iacobucci. This evening event is free and open to all.

Register to attend ➡️ https://bit.ly/4mNBcc7

Promotional image for a talk titled 'Italian Canadians: A Personal Perspective' by the Honourable Frank Iacobucci

U of T Mississauga (UTM) @utm.utoronto.ca · 22h

Oct. 5 - Oct. 11 | Fire Prevention Week

We're sharing some tips on how to prevent fires by charging devices safely. 🔌 📱 🔋

Learn more about #UTM's fire safety & prevention ➡️ https://bit.ly/4mTATwk

Promotional graphic for Fire Prevention Week from October 5-11, highlighting tips on safe charging of devices to prevent fires, with emphasis on handling lithium-ion batteries carefully.

There's an image of a laptop partially visible suggesting the context of electronic device usage. Visit fwp.org for more information.

U of T Mississauga (UTM) @utm.utoronto.ca · 1d

Oct. 22 | Careers in Teaching Alumni Panel

Join the #UTM Career Centre for an evening of panel conversation with English and humanities alumni in teaching careers.
⏰ 5:30 p.m. - 8 p.m.
📍 CDRS (MN3230)

RSVP by Oct. 15 ➡️ https://bit.ly/46zvfe0

Promotional poster for "Careers in Teaching Alumni Panel" hosted by UTM English & Drama and UTM Career Centre, featuring a discussion with English and Humanities alumni teaching K-12. Event details include date: October 22, time: 5:30-8 PM, location: CDRS (MN3230). Poster includes illustrative elements like books, a globe, and educational tools, with a figure holding a book on the left side.

U of T Mississauga (UTM) @utm.utoronto.ca · 3d

Oct. 9 | Axis Insurance Info Session

Curious about the future of insurance? Come meet the team from Axis Insurance at the #UTM Career Centre's upcoming info session!
⏰ 6 p.m. - 7:30 p.m.
📍 Online via Zoom

More info & registration ➡️ https://bit.ly/3IzO7QN

Promotional image for an Axis Insurance information session featuring a rural landscape background and four smiling professionals named Matthew Stefaniuk, Roshana Akram, Rae Villanueva, and Laura-Anne Regan, hosted by UTM Career Centre.

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U of T Mississauga (UTM) @utm.utoronto.ca · 3d

'Everyday life is a big deal'

#UTM researcher's work offers insight into Indian, Pakistani immigrant experience 💙 https://bit.ly/48eqw2y

'Everyday life is a big deal': UTM researcher's work offers insight into Indian, Pakistani immigrant experience | University of Toronto Mississauga

Hema Ganapathy-Coleman’s latest research begins with a central question: How is daily life lived when separated from the country and culture of one's origins? In examining quiet acts of everyday livin...

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U of T Mississauga (UTM) @utm.utoronto.ca · 4d

“We need a much more robust system for preventing people from being displaced just because their landlord wants to renovate.”

#UTM PhD student pores over evictions data, finds better tenant protections needed 🏘️ https://bit.ly/3WkBKv2

Exterior view of a modern apartment building facade featuring balconies with metal railings and large windows.

U of T Mississauga (UTM) @utm.utoronto.ca · 4d

It's here!

The 2025 UTM #AllNationsPowwow is on 12 p.m. - 5 p.m. today at the RAWC.

More information: bit.ly/3Szu0mo

Chalk illustration saying “Welcome to UTM’s Third Annual All-Nations Powwow”

U of T Mississauga (UTM) @utm.utoronto.ca · 5d

Visiting #UTM this weekend & need help navigating campus? 💙

You can consult an interactive or downloadable campus map if you are looking for a specific building or classroom. 🗺️ https://bit.ly/44y5h7z

U of T Mississauga (UTM) @utm.utoronto.ca · 5d

'We’ve shown that a university can be both a hub for innovation and a model for action'

From student to Simcoe Hall: U of T President Melanie Woodin on her academic journey — and the road ahead 💙 https://bit.ly/4gK8Bml

From student to Simcoe Hall: President Melanie Woodin on her academic journey — and the road ahead | University of Toronto Mississauga

University of Toronto President Melanie Woodin recalls sitting in Convocation Hall as a first-year student, listening to a professor explain the road to becoming a university researcher in the science...

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Institute for Management & Innovation (IMI) @imiuoft.bsky.social · 5d

Register now for our #Sustainability: Transdisciplinary, Theory, Practice, & Action Conference (STTPA)!

This year's theme is "Sustainability Leadership in an Era of Uncertainty." Learn more & register: sttpaconference.com/registration
#uoft @utoronto.ca @utm.utoronto.ca

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U of T Mississauga (UTM) @utm.utoronto.ca · 6d

Tomorrow’s the day!
Join us on Saturday for the UTM 2025 #AllNationsPowwow from 12-5 p.m. at the RAWC.

Here’s what you need to know before you head to the event: https://bit.ly/4gwuMfC
Got your free ticket? 🎫 https://bit.ly/4669gto

Illustration of two individuals in regalia at the All-Nations Powwow, under a banner decorated with floral motifs and strawberries.

U of T Mississauga (UTM) @utm.utoronto.ca · 6d

Oct. 22 | Stolen Photo Screening

Join #UTM Department of Historical Studies for Stolen Photo Screening, followed by a conversation with Lina Britto, Fidel Peña and Kevin Coleman.
⏰ 1-3 p.m.
📍 IB 140.

More info & events ➡️ https://bit.ly/4gL9Ul8

An artistic composite image featuring a modern individual in a white coat superimposed in front of a sepia-toned historical photograph.

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University of Toronto @utoronto.ca · 6d

‘Nudging on the edge of fame’: Heritage Minute remembers giraffe expert Anne Innis Dagg 🍁 uoft.me/bT0

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U of T Mississauga (UTM) @utm.utoronto.ca · 6d

Paws & Unwind with Dino

Feeling stressed or unsure where to start on campus? Join Dino the therapy dog for comfort and companionship.

🗓️ Oct. 3
🕛 12 p.m. - 1 p.m.
📍 Activity Room (DV 2220)

More info 🐾 https://bit.ly/4o18Iww

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U of T Mississauga (UTM) @utm.utoronto.ca · 16d

All are welcome at UTM’s All-Nations Powwow on Oct. 4.
Learn what's planned for this year's event: https://bit.ly/4pIgPQf

Deanne Hupfield dances during the inaugural All-Nations Powwow at the University of Toronto Mississauga on March 25, 2023.

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U of T Mississauga (UTM) @utm.utoronto.ca · 7d

For those observing Yom Kippur, may you have an easy fast and find moments of connection and reflection.

Two lit candles in ornate holders next to a stack of books and an open book.

U of T Mississauga (UTM) @utm.utoronto.ca · 7d

Oct. 21 | Inaugural Canadian Italian Development Association Lecture

Join us at #UTM for the inaugural Canadian Italian Development Association Lecture featuring a talk with the Honourable Frank Iacobucci

📅 Tuesday, Oct. 21
🕠 5:30 - 7:45 p.m.
📍 MN Grand Hall

Register: https://bit.ly/4mNBcc7

Frank Iacobucci in an event poster for Italian Canadians: A Personal Perspective talk by the Honourable Frank Iacobucci

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U of T Mississauga (UTM) @utm.utoronto.ca · 7d

2025-2026 Theatre Erindale Season begins Oct. 2!

"Revolt. She Said. Revolt Again" is a bold, experimental play by Alice Birch that challenges traditional narratives around gender, language, and power.

More info & tickets 🎟️ https://bit.ly/46yFY8t

Promotional graphic for the play "Revolt. She Said. Revolt Again." by Alice Birch, featuring bold pink text and symbols including footsteps and the female gender sign on a black background.

U of T Mississauga (UTM) @utm.utoronto.ca · 7d

Just three more days until the UTM #AllNationsPowwow on Oct. 4!

What can first-time Powwow guests expect at the #UTM All-Nations Powwow?

Head Dancer Deanne Hupfield explains Powwow etiquette and protocols in this informative webinar 💙 https://t.co/MIpnn56NnZ

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University of Toronto @utoronto.ca · 8d

Today, the #UofT community came together to commemorate #OrangeShirtDay and the National Day for Truth and Reconciliation. 🧡

Read the story: uoft.me/osd2025

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University of Toronto @utoronto.ca · 8d

Update: The service disruption we were experiencing is now resolved. If you continue to encounter issues with Quercus, UTORID, and other #UofT applications, please contact [email protected].

University of Toronto

The University of Toronto is a globally top-ranked public research university in Toronto, Ontario, Canada.

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U of T Mississauga (UTM) @utm.utoronto.ca · 8d

As October welcomes the autumn season, that also means fall reading week is close by! 🎃 🍂 📙

Here are some important #UTM dates from the Office of the Registrar ➡️ https://www.utm.utoronto.ca/registrar/dates

October 4: Third Annual All-Nations Powwow at UTM

October 13: Thanksgiving Day, university is closed.

October 27 - 31: Fall Reading Week

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University of Toronto @utoronto.ca · 8d

Authentication for Quercus and other #UofT applications are temporarily down. Our team is actively working to resolve the issue.

For more information, visit: systemstatus.utoronto.ca

ITS System Status

Welcome to ITS System's home for real-time and historical data on system performance.

systemstatus.utoronto.ca

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