So much is happening at Arts & Science and we're excited to share the news with you. Dean Melanie Woodin shares an update on fall planning, we welcome a world-renowned astrophysicist as the new director of the Canadian Institute of Theoretical Astrophysics (CITA), and we celebrate the first translations of Dante's Inferno into Indigenous languages. Read about an alumnus' fictional predictions of life in 2033 and an alumna’s hopes for a brighter future post-pandemic.

Plus, generous support for the Faculty of Arts & Science, benefits for alumni, a wide range of events and more! And don't forget to register for Alumni Reunion Home Edition.

U of T welcomes prominent astrophysicist as new CITA director

Renowned astrophysicist Juna Kollmeier has joined U of T's efforts to explore the universe as the new director of the Canadian Institute for Theoretical Astrophysics.

"This appointment is truly an outstanding 'brain gain' for Canada," says Melanie Woodin, dean of the Faculty of Arts & Science.

Read more about Kollmeier in the Globe and Mail and the National Post.

Safety is paramount as Arts & Science plans for fall semester

In response to U of T President Meric Gertler’s optimism that most academic activities will take place on campus in fall 2021, Arts & Science began planning for a return to in-person learning. Dean Melanie Woodin explains what that could look like in the first of her monthly updates to come.

New Acceleration Consortium to make U of T a global centre in innovation

U of T has launched the Acceleration Consortium, a new global coalition of academia, industry and government that will use artificial intelligence and robotics to accelerate the design and discovery of materials that don’t yet exist.

"Artificial intelligence is changing the way we do science," said Alán Aspuru-Guzik, director of the Acceleration Consortium.

Arts & Science, U of T place high in global university rankings

Arts & Science subjects place high in the latest annual QS University Rankings. U of T ranked in the top 50 globally in 46 subjects, more than any other university in the world, including first in Canada in five broad fields and among the best globally in a number of others.

Statement of solidarity against anti-Asian racism

Shocked and saddened by the recent tragic events in Atlanta, Georgia and the reports of increased anti-Asian racism, violence and harassment here in Toronto and around the world, Dean Melanie Woodin released a statement of solidarity against anti-Asian racism.

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A&S student Riley Yesno's passion for education leads her beyond legacy of residential schools

Soon-to-be A&S alumna Riley Yesno speaks about her complicated relationship with education as an Indigenous person, her struggle to reconnect with her community and culture so far from home, and what's next.

Unique new project features the world's first Indigenous translations of Dante's Inferno

The historic first known translations of Italian poet Dante Alighieri’s masterpiece The Divine Comedy into Indigenous languages made their debut in a landmark video celebration of the 700th anniversary of his death.

The translations are part of Toronto Salutes Dante — an initiative led by U of T’s Department of Italian Studies.

Explore the future — Washington, D.C. in 2033 — in alumnus' new novel

Though the manuscript was finished in 2019, alumnus Michael Kaufman’s The Last Exit shares uncomfortable similarities with events that exploded in the following months — from a rapidly spreading virus and devastating forest fires to an uprising against police brutality and racism.

Alumna sets sights on a brighter post- pandemic future for creators

Alumna Emilia King is leading a "recovery cohort" that advises and mentors artists and creators impacted by the pandemic, from fledgling podcasters and film makers to content entrepreneurs harnessing new social media technologies.

"We saw a really big opportunity to empower creators trying to rise up against the challenges presented by COVID," says King.

U of T working with Palette Skills to address Canada’s skills gap

Palette Skills, a leading national non-profit, is partnering with the University of Toronto and other leading Canadian academic and business organizations to address the growing skills gap in the Canadian economy. This consortium includes Arts & Science and will help drive Canada’s economic recovery by creating programs to rapidly upskill Canadians for high-demand roles in the fastest-growing parts of the economy.

Registration now open for Reunion Home Edition

■ May 26 to 30

Our biggest alumni event of the year is going online for 2021. From mind-expanding lectures to virtual tours, family activities to class e-meetups, the fun of U of T Alumni Reunion comes to a couch near you.

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Need career coaching? We have alumni discounts

For alumni with a few years’ experience in the workforce, U of T has partnered with the Canadian Centre for Brief Coaching to support your professional development. Alumni receive 30 per cent off career coaching, designed for those changing careers, returning to work after a leave, or just in need of a fresh perspective.

For leaders looking to improve their own or their team’s performance, or implement sustainable change in their organization, U of T alumni receive close to 45 per cent off leadership coaching.

Expand your horizons from a device near you

Keep learning and exploring on our virtual hub for U of T alumni. U of T experts from all three campuses share their insights on everything from masks to mindfulness, cosmology to careers. Pumped to get moving? Looking for something to do from home? Just curious? It's all online and we're always adding new lectures, events, concerts, workouts and more.