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University Updates
UTM transforms into all-day play zone to launch game studies minor
The Nov. 9 Day of Play marks the official launch of UTM's game studies program and the Syd Bolton Collection, a massive archive of video games and paraphernalia. Read more
Sign up to U of T's new alert system
The University of Toronto recently upgraded UTAlert, a rapid notification system that is used to spread important campus information such as snow closures, building evacuations and safety messages.  
As part of the upgrade, all community members (even those who have previously provided their information) are asked to visit the UTAlert webpage and enter their cellphone numbers. This will allow you to receive critical updates by text. You can also download UTAlert’s Alertable app and receive additional safety tools and push notifications. Learn more  
Mark Transgender Awareness Week Nov. 13-17
Transgender Awareness Week aims to increase awareness, visibility and knowledge of trans people and the issues faced by members of trans communities.
It is also an opportunity to celebrate the lives of trans and nonbinary people and the contributions they have made and continue to make.
This year, Trans Awareness Week will be recognized Nov. 13-17. Learn more
Photos with Santa
On Nov. 29 between 12-2 p.m. drop into the CCT Atrium and get your photos with Santa (Dean Mark Overton). $5/person, $8 for two people and $10 for three or more people. All proceeds will be donated to the United Way.
Learn more about the United Way Campaign
In The News
Postdocs face dissatisfaction putting life on hold for their research 
Temporary contracts, low salaries and cost-of-living hikes force many researchers to put off parenthood and other big decisions. Read more
U of T Stories  
'The university has so much to offer:' UTM grad maps journey across U of T campuses 
This double major in geographical information systems and communications, culture and information technology, gained unique perspective on the campuses by hosting videos in a tri-campus “spaces, places and services” series. Read more
Media Mentions
  • Daniel Tsai of UTM explains the impact of the cyberattack on a Windsor hospital. (CBC online
  • Jens Hanssen of UTM explains the situation in Lebanon amid the Gaza-Israel war. (CBC online)
  • Students Grace Gregory-Alcock and Irene Bibiris, along with Carolan Wood, all of UTM, continue to receive coverage for their pet cemetery excavation project. (CTV online
Events

UTM Office of the Dean
Nov. 7: Going Glocal: The use of VR and AI in Local and Global classrooms

UTM Library and Department of English and Drama
Nov. 9:
Game studies launch

Games Studies Lecture Series
Nov. 10: Kadeem Dunn - "Education in Games"
Nov. 17: Sabrina Li - "From Education to Career"

Teaching & Learning Collaboration
Nov. 14: Reflecting on your positionality with an anti-racist lens

Office of the VP Research
Nov. 15: Research prize symposium
Nov. 30: Desmond Morton Research Excellence Lecture: David Wolfe

ICUBE
Nov. 15: Ask me anything with accountant
Nov. 22: Ideation Innovathon

UTM Alumni Relations
Nov 28: 
Psychological Trauma and Cybercrime

Equity, Diversity & Inclusion Office
Nov. 30: Centering Justice and Human Rights in What We Say and Do About Environmental Racism and Climate Change Inequities

Share your stories and photos
We want to hear about what our UTM community is doing, whether it's finding creative ways to work and play, rallying to support the community or taking time to snuggle with your pup. You can send your story tips and photos to UTM's Office of Communications by emailing kate.martin@utoronto.ca
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