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Moving the needle for accessible exercise programs for cancer patients: Q & A with Prof. Daniel Santa Mina
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While not involved in the study, Daniel Santa Mina, a professor specializing in exercise and cancer at the University of Toronto Faculty of Kinesiology and…
RE.sport project marks completion of first phase with gathering focused on reimagining youth sport
Posted:The event, Why Can’t They Play? Reimagining Sport So All Kids Can Play, brought together researchers, community sport organizations, policymakers and industry leaders from across Canada to reflect on…
Spring convocation: Students, parents and faculty celebrate Class of 2026
Posted:Earlier in the day, the graduates were part of a convocation ceremony at U of T’s Convocation Hall, one of 36 planned between June 1 and 18 to celebrate more than 15,000 graduands from across the…
Rowing legend and decorated Olympian Marnie McBean receives U of T honorary degree for leadership in sport
Posted:Sen. Marnie McBean won her first two Olympic gold medals in 1992 – and would later add a gold and bronze in 1996. More than three decades later, the celebrated rower who transformed the sport in…
From walk-off wins to what’s next: Isabella Trakosas reflects on her U of T journey
Posted:A two-time academic excellence award winner from the Faculty of Kinesiology & Physical Education, Trakosas built her academic path from a deep-rooted connection to sport and personal experience…
At just 19, Jason Okpere is a U of T graduate - and he’s just getting started
Posted:The University of Toronto Varsity Blues student-athlete’s journey has never followed a conventional timeline. Born and raised in Lagos, Nigeria, Okpere moved to Canada with his family in 2019 at the…
Meet KPE graduate Vanessa Lin: Researcher, rower, coach
Posted:O’Brien was a master of science student at the time, studying under the supervision of Professor Ira Jacobs, and has since continued his studies at KPE as a doctoral student.“Participating in Liam’s…
Blues honour eight inductees at 2026 U of T Sports Hall of Fame ceremony
Posted:The Class of 2026 included builders Beth Ali, Paul Carson and Ken Olynyk, along with former student-athletes Sherwyn Benn (basketball), Deb Cuthbert (field hockey), Jason Dressler (basketball), Lars…
Class of 2026: Meet five U of T grads who made their mark
Posted:(photo by Polina Teif)Isaiah Gardner: Running for something greaterIsaiah Gardner was recruited to U of T in 2021 as a track and field varsity sprinter from his school in Whitchurch-Stouffville, Ont…
Progress Pride flag raised over Varsity Stadium, marks start of Pride month
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“We are keenly aware of the exclusion experienced by Indigenous people in Canada and their struggle to resist and overcome it,” said Kerr. “This resilience is also a core strength of…
Behind the Blues series: Through the lens of Daniel Johnston
Posted:When third-year kinesiology student Daniel Johnston walks into a Varsity Blues game with a camera in hand, he's doing more than capturing moments - he's helping tell the story of an entire athletic…
Teaching grad makes history on U of T soccer pitch. Is a pro career next?
Posted:Hannah Chown is about to cross the stage at the University of Toronto’s Convocation Hall with a master’s degree in teaching – but she may temporarily put it aside while she takes her shot at another…