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News Equity

Responding to growing criticism of equity, diversity and inclusion policies

An interview with David Robinson, executive director of the Canadian Association of University Teachers, which represents faculty, librarians and researchers at 125 postsecondary institutions.
News Indigenous

An historic undertaking for Indigenous education in Quebec

Quebec’s first university by and for Indigenous Peoples in partnership with the First Nations Education Council and Quebec universities.
News Research

Emojis … as rhetoric?

A new course and lab at U of T Mississauga delve into these digital images 😀
News Policy

Where do the federal election candidates stand on postsecondary education?

Here’s a rundown of each party’s platform on higher education.

Opinion Mental Health

Toward better student mental health: a guide for supporting change in our institutions

It’s time to support the continual improvement of student mental health practices in our postsecondary institutions.
The View From Here Universities Canada

Canadians need universities — and so will their next government

Higher education is the missing piece in Canada’s economic strategy.
Opinion Academic freedom

Rewriting history by decree

Canadian historians caution against U.S. trend of political interference
The case for administrative postdocs

A postdoctoral fellowship in the dean’s office offers graduates a chance to apply their research skills to a complex institution and brings valuable insights to university administration.

Features Policy

The challenges facing Nova Scotia’s postsecondary institutions

Unexpected government policy changes have choked off revenues while rising costs threaten to topple painstakingly balanced budgets.
Features Policy

Universities at a political crossroads

Canadian universities are facing uncertain prospects as they weigh the Liberal Party’s mixed record on postsecondary education against Conservative threats to EDI initiatives and research funding.
Features People to know

A story of perseverance and commitment to education

Despite an ALS diagnosis in 2023, Jean-François Champagne continues to champion access to education
Features International students

Imagining the future of international education in Canada

How to resolve the absence of a concerted plan on international students between governments and academic institutions

Career Advice Advice

Demonstrating impact in your tenure dossier

Tools to attest to influence.
Career Advice Advice

Thriving in a new (work) environment

Four strategies for early success when starting a new position
Career Advice Advice

Theming your days for effectiveness and relaxation

By devoting entire days to particular areas of your academic life, you will feel like you have more control over your tasks.
Career Advice Advice

Addressing the leak in Canada’s academic pipeline

Systemic challenges often start in graduate school for women.

Shamiga (Shamy) Arumuhathas, Rebecca Stroud and Alana Butler

Shamiga (Shamy) Arumuhathas is a PhD candidate at Western University in the faculty of education. Rebecca Stroud is a SSHRC postdoctoral fellow at Wilfrid Laurier University. Alana Butler is an associate professor in the faculty of education at Queen’s University.

Career Advice International students

Why are fingers being pointed at racialized international students?

Instead of placing blame, government and institutional actors must reconsider their role within the currently flawed systems in place.

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Shamiga (Shamy) Arumuhathas, Rebecca Stroud and Alana Butler
October 03, 2024

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