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University Updates
Geoffrey Hinton tops Toronto Life's list of most influential people
The University professor emeritus of computer science at the University of Toronto is know as the “godfather of AI.” Read more 
P4 parking entrance re-opens
Access to the P4 Parking Deck Entrance from Outer Circle is now open.
Work to remove the damaged concrete panel was completed on Friday, Nov. 24, and the area has been made safe for pedestrian and vehicular traffic. For questions, contact Daniela DiBrigida, project manager, Facilities Management & Planning at daniela.dibrigida@utoronto.ca or call 905-302-0658.  
QUTE and Positive Space host holiday social
Join 2SLGBTQ+ and allied staff, faculty and librarians on Dec. 6, from 4-6 p.m. for a UTM Holiday Social. Hosted by QUTE and Positive Space, this is an opportunity to celebrate the end of the term and connect with colleagues over some food and drinks.
Location will be shared with registered participants. Pronoun buttons will be available. Food and refreshments will be served.  RSVP here by Dec. 1. 
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
Five questions for Higher Ed to be mindful of in 2024
As higher education comes to a crossroads between being innovative and preserving convention, leaders need to plan for what's coming next. Read more
U of T Stories  
New Visualizing the Americas project reveals complex socioeconomic history of the banana
A new research project demonstrates that the journey of this tropical fruit from Latin American farms to North American homes has been anything but simple. Learn more 
Media Mentions
  • Edward Schatz of UTM and Lucan Way of UTSC, both also of the Munk School of Global Affairs & Public Policy, write about not losing sight of our common humanity amid the Gaza-Israel war. (Toronto Star)
Events

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

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

Sexual Violence Prevention & Support Centre
Dec. 6: National Day of Remembrance and Action on Violence Against Women
Dec. 7: Better Coping Skills

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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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