U of T holds flag-raising ceremonies across its three campuses to mark start of Pride Month
A Progress Pride flag now flies prominently from the flagpole in front of the William G. Davis Building on campus, part of ongoing efforts to address racism, faith-based discrimination, and discrimination against trans, Two-Spirit and gender-diverse people. Read more
Name change for research office
The Office of the Vice-Principal, Research will now be known as the Office of the Vice-Principal, Research and Innovation (OVPRI).
This change reflects the expanded scope of the office and aligns with peer offices at U of T Scarborough and the Division of the Vice-President, Research & Innovation at St. George.
The new website URL is www.utm.utoronto.ca/research-innovation. For questions, contact Tanya Rohrmoser at tanya.rohrmoser@utoronto.ca.
New platform simulates real-world security events
The university is introducing the Security Incident Response Tabletops platform to improve cyber security preparedness. This tool is available to anyone at the university who is involved in security preparedness efforts, from unit heads and administrators to IT and security teams.
The platform provides a range of pre-built scenarios that simulate real-world security incidents, allowing units to independently practice their response in a virtual setting, on their own schedule. It is critical that all units conduct a security incident tabletop exercise with key stakeholders, including senior leadership, at least once each year. Learn more
Some Teams chats to be deleted after 30 days
Beginning Sept. 16, the University of Toronto will be implementing a 30-day retention policy for all individual Teams chat messages that occur outside of a designated Microsoft Teams Channel. The policy is designed to enhance data security and promote efficient communication practices. To learn more, join one of two information sessions:
If you have questions regarding this policy, contact the support team. Learn more
Crane will reroute pedestrian traffic
On June 18, a crane and support vehicles/equipment will be positioned at the end of the Five Minute Walk near William G. Davis Building as part of the Air Handling Unit Replacement Project.
All exterior pedestrian traffic will be diverted to another entrance into the William G. Davis Building, either the main entrance at Inner Circle Road or the entrance near the CCT Building.
Within the William G. Davis Building – users will be prevented from travelling through the exit near DV2079 (leading to Meeting Place) and from DV2063 (in Research Wing). In the event of an emergency, all exit doors can be used.
Drop off lane closing for tunnel repair
From June 10 to Aug. 16, The Hazel McCallion Academic Learning Centre layby/drop off lane will be closed to allow for repairs to the underground utilities tunnel.
All library related activities i.e. curb side pick-up, parking for book drop off, etc. will be temporarily moved to P9 parking lot for the duration of construction. Pedestrian drop-off areas located nearby at IB, Deerfield Hall and HSC will remain accessible. Outer Circle will remain open with two-way traffic.
Being isolated at work can damage your career: 5 ways to be more social
According to a survey, more than half of employee respondents described themselves as introverts at work and have no desire to spend time with their coworkers after day's end. Read more
U of T unveils Indigenous beaded stole at 2024 convocation ceremonies
Created by artist Katie Longboat, the stole is worn by the Eagle Feather Bearer and symbolizes the university’s enduring partnership with Indigenous Peoples. Read more
Aurel Braun of political science and the Munk School talks about the latest developments in the Russia-Ukraine war. (CBC radio)
David Samson of anthropology is featured in a CBC book club for his book Our Tribal Future. (CBC online)
Nicole Novroski of anthropology spoke to the New York Times about the use of growing use of genetic genealogy in generating new leads in cold cases (NYT)
Stephen Bede Scharper of environment and anthropology writes about the importance of defending democracy. (Toronto Star)
UTM neuroscientist Norman Farb explains how “sense foraging” and tuning in to everyday sensations can help to calm your mind, or even get you out of a mental rut. (CBC's The Current)
University of Toronto Mississauga atmospheric physics professor Kent Moore explains how heat domes form and move across the country. (Global online)
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