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The QS World University Rankings by Subject 2026 evaluates institutions across 55 specific subjects, grouped into five broad fields, based on academic and employer reputation, bibliometrics and international collaborations.
Professor Yang Xu will serve as acting director of the Cognitive Science program for the 2026-27 year, while current director Professor Dirk Bernhardt-Walther will embark on a one-year research and study leave, effective July 1, 2026.
The Welcome Desk Assistant (Casual) is a front-line, customer service-focused role based in the University College Porter’s Office (UC171). The position provides a consistent, professional, and welcoming point of contact for students, faculty, staff, visitors, and service providers.
The role supports the daily operation of the College by managing inquiries, coordinating deliveries, answering the UC main phone line, and maintaining an active front-of-house presence.
Arts & Science Interim Dean Stephen Wright would not normally be dashing between a computer science lecture, reverse charades and a shift as a Hart House ambassador. But once a year, Dean for a Day changes everything — sending the dean through a day in the life of a student, and a student into the dean’s chair.
Earlier this year, UC students and the Office of the Dean of Students hosted the annual UConnect Student Leadership Conference. The day-long event featured a full roster of programming including information panels, a keynote presentation, and workshops to help attendees learn practical tools and skills to further their leadership goals.
University of Toronto Giving Day provides faculty, staff, librarians and alumni with an opportunity to amplify their support for students and researchers. This year, ambassadors like UC student Jessica Han share how generosity shapes their communities.
In the wake of his life’s darkest moment, alum Amir Hussain (BSc 1987 UC) created lasting opportunities for student success.
“I wanted to do something that will help U of T students forever,” says Hussain, who founded the Shannon L. Hamm Award more than 30 years ago to honour his late wife and fellow alum. “Shannon taught me about peace, justice and the importance of using our lives to make a difference.”
“I wanted to do something that will help U of T students forever,” says Hussain, who founded the Shannon L. Hamm Award more than 30 years ago to honour his late wife and fellow alum. “Shannon taught me about peace, justice and the importance of using our lives to make a difference.”
Join us on March 13, 2026, as University College celebrates the outstanding achievements of UC Program students at the Student Awards Recognition Event.
All are welcome from 2–4 p.m. at the Paul Cadario Conference Centre—refreshments provided!
