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The economist and the environmentalist, the introvert and the extrovert, the curricular and the extra-curricular are not contradictions. Rather, these spectra represent all the experiences and interests Faiz Fuad is determined to explore as an undergraduate.
How familiar are you with Black Canadian history?
“So many people educated in Canada, or external to Canada, don't know about the long-standing presence of Black people in this country,” says UC faculty member Funké Aladejebi, an associate professor with the Faculty of Arts & Science’s Department of History. “This breadth of knowledge on Black Canadian history often gets ignored or is not often inserted into broader courses on Canadian history.”
Millions of Canadians are grappling with misinformation about how to fuel their bodies but UC alum Shirin Panahi is determined to change that. With her degrees in nutritional sciences from U of T, Panahi is scientific director at the Canadian Nutrition Society, driving innovative nutrition education and promoting evidence-based solutions to improve health and well-being.
The Alumni of Influence Awards, recognising the contributions and impacts of University College alumni, was celebrated at UC.
The governor general recently announced 88 new appointments to the Order of Canada including former UC principal Sylvia Bashevkin (2005 - 2011) emerita professor Tania Li, and UC alumna Karen Levine (UC BA 1977).
It is with deep sorrow that we announce the passing of esteemed colleague, mentor, community member and University College Principal Emeritus George Peter Richardson (January 6, 1935 – January 6, 2025).
