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From the Desk of the Director


Updated July 3, 2026 Celebrating Excellence, Equity, and Community in Convocation 2026 Each June and November, the University of Toronto marks a significant milestone: the graduation of more than 24,000 students. Within this achievement is an important story. Approximately 11% of graduates—around 2,600 students—have formally engaged with accessibility services across the university’s three campuses during […]

July 3, 2026


Be well, stay well, do well: Health Support at U of T


“Asking for help is not a weakness; it’s a responsible way to take care of yourself.“ When Jason Liu began his studies at U of T, he knew the university offered health-related services, but he didn’t fully understand the range of support available through the Health & Wellness Centre. It wasn’t until a community health […]

July 2, 2026


Inclusive Impact: Student Life staff


Inclusive Impact is a new series celebrating the work of Student Life staff members making strides in equity, diversity, inclusion and accessibility, and Truth & Reconciliation principles. Care, justice and hope. Updated May 29, 2026 Featuring Michael Adia “I value this work personally because I care about humanity and the environment.” “I value this work […]

June 24, 2026


Mentorship matters


“Even one session can leave you with a lot of insight.“ When Anna first booked an appointment with a peer mentor from the Centre for Learning Strategy Support (CLSS), she had no idea she was creating a connection she’d value for years to come. Anna was looking for practical ways to manage her daily work, […]

June 9, 2026


Accessibility Services Survey Reports


Posted on May 4, 2026 The Accessibility Services team provides students with disabilities services and supports for learning, problem solving and inclusion. As part of our office’s mission to identify and remove barriers for students with disabilities and to foster inclusion within learning environments, collecting both quantitative and qualitative data is an essential first step […]

May 4, 2026


Update on the Open Assembly Space in the Bahen Centre


Posted February 13, 2026 We’re sharing an update that has been made to the offerings of available prayer spaces on campus. After careful consideration, ongoing dialogue, and engagement with community members across campus, the University will be officially designating the open/assembly space located in the Bahen Centre for Information Technology as a Muslim prayer space. […]

February 13, 2026


Understanding students and evolving to serve them better


Posted on January 5, 2026By Sarah Ryeland-Etienne When that survey link appears in your email inbox, does it really matter whether you fill it out or not? The answer is a resounding yes. When it comes to student surveys, more participation means more data. More data means more clarity – and it’s that clarity that […]

January 5, 2026


U of T joins Canadian universities in measuring student experience


Beginning February 23, all first- and senior-year undergraduate students will be asked to participate in the National Survey of Student Engagement (NSSE). This is the ninth time U of T has participated in NSSE – a survey used by all Ontario universities and Canadian peer universities to measure the quality of undergraduate education.  “We always […]

December 16, 2025


Celebrating U of T’s accessibility advocates


December 3 is International Day for Persons with Disabilities and Student Life is celebrating U of T community members who have increased accessibility, visibility and possibility on campus and beyond.  Ian Parker Ian Parker played a groundbreaking role in the development of accessibility at U of T. Having experienced a life-altering spinal cord injury leading […]

November 25, 2025


Health & Wellness Centre 2025-26 winter break closure notice


Reminder for all patients If you need to see a medical doctor If you need mental health support In addition: We wish you a fun and safe winter break! […]