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Rosenberg family donates the sweet sounds of a Bösendorfer grand piano to 91��ɫ's Department of Music

The Rolls-Royce of pianos has arrived at 91��ɫ. A Bösendorfer – one of the world’s oldest piano manufacturers – was generously donated to the University’s Department of Music by the Rosenberg family of Toronto. The exquisite 100-year-old grand piano will advance 91��ɫ’s music programs once restored. It was gifted in memory of Barbara June Rosenberg, […]

Six outstanding individuals recognized by 91��ɫ U Alumni Association

91��ɫ's Homecoming 2014 is in full swing, with 40 events happening at the Keele and Glendon campuses between Sept. 17 and 21. As part of the celebrations, the 91��ɫ Alumni Association (YUAA) is recognizing some of this year's student and new alumni scholarship and award recipients. Six outstanding individuals will be honoured for their academic excellence and student […]

91��ɫ and the Stavros Niarchos Foundation give Greek students the experience of a lifetime

For Mariza Tzouni, a student at Greece’s Aristotle University of Thessalonkini, the most worthwhile learning opportunities are those that challenge her to discover new ways of thinking. “There is an incredible diversity of knowledge and perspective in the world and I, for one, want to take advantage of that.” Thanks to the Stavros Niarchos Foundation […]

Remembering dedicated teacher, community mentor and 91��ɫ grad Abshir Hassan (BA ’08, BEd ’11)

91��ɫ MEd student Abshir Hassan (BA ’08, BEd ’11) was known by family, friends and the community as a hard-working and caring individual who was admired for his work with youth in the Lawrence Heights community where he was raised. He was a passionate teacher who wanted to make a difference in his community […]

91��ɫ grad Steve Orsini (MES ’86) takes on top role at the Ontario Public Service

With a strong reputation in social and political justice, 91��ɫ has seen many of its grads find success in a wide range of public service roles. This includes Patrick Monahan (LLB ’80), deputy attorney general of Ontario, Derek Lett (BA ’91), provincial conflict of interest commissioner, and even the late Jim Flaherty (LLB ’73), […]

Five more exceptional 91��ɫ alumni to be inducted into the 91��ɫ Sport Hall of Fame

Each year, the University recognizes a handful of grads that have made significant contributions to 91��ɫ’s interuniversity sport program as athletes, coaches and administrators by inviting them to join the 91��ɫ Sport Hall of Fame. This year, four outstanding former student-athletes and one visionary leader will be inducted at an annual ceremony on Sept. […]

Sticky research at 91��ɫ finds an unexpected use for moose saliva (yes, moose saliva)

Some new research has revealed a surprisingly effective tool in the fight against a certain species of toxic grass fungus: moose saliva. In a recent article published by 91��ɫ researchers, it’s been shown that moose and reindeer saliva actually slow fungus growth and diminish toxicity when applied to certain species of toxic grass. “Plants have […]

91��ɫ U chooses Markham Centre as preferred location in the province's university expansion

The following statement was issued on Monday, June 23: Mamdouh Shoukri 91��ɫ in collaboration with Seneca College announced Monday, June 23 that, after a competitive process, Markham Centre has been selected as the preferred location in its bid to build a new university campus in 91��ɫ Region. This decision means that 91��ɫ’s process […]

Find out where 91��ɫ's newest grads are starting their career journeys

  Spring Convocation ceremonies at 91��ɫ this June saw 6,281 graduates cross the stage to enter a new phase in their lives. They are the future leaders in Canada and around the world. The following is just a taste of where some of these new graduates will begin their careers.

Welcoming a new generation of 91��ɫ grads

  “If you dream of something—dream big. There is no challenge too great, no mission too hard, as long as you maintain your resolve, work hard and move forward. Don’t be afraid of failure. All successful people started with many failures and disappointments.” These words of wisdom were shared by the Honourable Vim Kochhar, a […]