UTM Office of Indigenous Initiatives educational programming can be found on the UTM Office of Indigenous Initiatives calendar.
The University of Toronto's Anti-Racism & Cultural Diversity Office "Reflect. Restore. Action." programming can be accessed on the ARCDO website.
Black History Month Luncheon
Friday, February 28, 2025 @ 12:00 pm - 02:00 pm | Kaneff (KN) 108
Hosted by:
UTM Equity, Diversity & Inclusion Office;
The UTM Equity, Diversity & Inclusion Office is excited to invite you to an in-person Black History Month celebration at UTM. The celebration will include an Afro-Caribbean lunch and a livestream of the 23rd annual Black History Month event hosted by the Department of University Advancement and Hart House.
Join us for a gathering at UTM bringing together campus community members to meet up and build connections over lunch. It will also be an opportunity to engage in disrupting narratives about what Black history means and recognize the powerful influences of Black individuals and communities across the country and beyond.
The community gathering will include a livestream viewing of Tracy Moore, award-winning former TV personality, being celebrated for her work in raising awareness about EDI as well as working towards addressing and reversing equity disparities for marginalized communities.
All UTM students, staff, faculty, and librarians are welcome.
Learn more and register to attend this event. Please note registration is closed. Kindly email the EDI Office if you would like your name added to the event waitlist.
For details on the luncheon presented by Division of University Advancement in partnership with Hart House, visit the Hart House Events Calendar.
If you have any accommodation requests or questions, please contact the UTM EDI Office at: edio.utm@utoronto.ca.
Please note that this will be a photographed event. Please let photographers or event staff know if you have any questions or would not like your photograph taken.
Laugh, Cry, Cringe: Storytelling Series
Tuesday, March 4, 2025 @ 12:00 pm - 02:00 pm | CDRS Lounge MN3230 Maanjiwe nendamowinan
Hosted by:
Hart House
UTM Equity, Diversity & Inclusion Office;
Join Hart House and the UTM EDIO for the Laugh, Cry, Cringe storytelling series titled, Counternarratives of Love in Resistance with Mairi McKenna Edwards. In this session, we will explore the intricate dance of love and resistance. Mairi's stories weave a tapestry of resilience, power, and care, inviting us to explore the depths of human connection and identity. This session delves into her experiences as a student, professional, spouse, and mother, reflecting on the counternarratives that shape her identities. Mairi's stories highlight the complexities of power dynamics, the silent battles of leadership, the negotiations of love, and the creation of a nurturing community. Join us to examine the narratives we resist, the power dynamics at play, and our roles and identities in each context, fostering a deeper understanding of professional and personal relationships.
Learn more and register to attend this event.
The purpose of Laugh, Cry, Cringe: Storytelling Series is to create braver spaces to engage in conversations that explore personal stories and cultural narratives, while unmasking misconceptions about various groups/communities/people. This year the storytelling series had an added element of self-reflection. Participants were able to reflect on their own story and draw, paint, write, craft, sing, or dance out their story. As this is the final session of the series for 2024-25, we encourage all those who attended in the past to join and share their artwork inspired by a story. This is your chance to share your story.
We encourage and invite all U of T students, staff, faculty, and librarians to attend.
If you require an accommodation to join this session, please contact UTM's Equity, Diversity & Inclusion Office at edio.utm@utoronto.ca.
Please note that this will be a photographed event. Please let photographers or event staff know if you have any questions or would not like your photograph taken.
Purim Celebration
Wednesday, March 5, 2025 @ 12:30 pm - 02:30 pm | Davis (DV) 3140
Hosted by:
Anne Tenenbaum Centre for Jewish Studies
UTM Equity, Diversity & Inclusion Office;
The UTM EDIO and U of T Anne Tenenbaum Centre for Jewish Studies welcomes you to Purim celebration at the University of Toronto Mississauga March 5, 2025. Purim is a joyous Jewish holiday celebrated every year on the 14th month of Adar.
Drop by anytime between 12:30-2:30 pm to celebrate Purim, participate in crafting stations, mingle with campus community, and enjoy some light refreshments. We encourage and invite all U of T students, staff, faculty, and librarians to attend this in-person event. Register in advance by February 28 to ensure your spot. Light refreshments will be provided, including hamantaschen.
Learn more and register to attend this event.
If you require an accommodation to join this session, please contact UTM's Equity, Diversity & Inclusion Office at edio.utm@utoronto.ca.
Please note that this will be a photographed event. Please let photographers or event staff know if you have any questions or would not like your photograph taken.
Spring into Creativity: Plant and Paint for UTM Graduate Students!
Tuesday, March 25, 2025 @ 2:00 pm - 4:00 pm | Davis (DV) 2220 (Student Hub)
Hosted by:
Graduate Support Team at the Office of the Vice-Principal, Academic and Dean (UTM)
UTM Equity, Diversity & Inclusion Office
Join us for a delightful afternoon as we welcome the vibrant season of spring by planting seedlings and painting pots. This event offers a wonderful opportunity to connect with nature, relax and express your artistic side and take your planted creation with you!
Refreshments will be provided!
Learn more and register to attend this event.
(Limited Quantities Available!)
All UTM Graduate Students are welcome to attend!
If you have any accommodation requests or questions, please don't hesitate to contact Noor Leghari noor.leghari@utoronto.ca) and Jess Bailey (graduate.utm@utoronto.ca).
Please note that this will be a photographed event. Please let photographers or event staff know if you have any questions or would not like your photograph taken.
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