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Teaching in the great outdoors
A unique creative writing class at the University of Toronto connects students to nature.
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Bridging science and inclusion
MISI Summer School reimagines equity in research training.
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Take it easy this conference season
Before committing to a colloquium, consider carefully whether the time and cost are worth the payoff.
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How to write an effective service statement for your promotion and tenure dossier
Go beyond “bum-in-seat” accounting to emphasize your expertise and accomplishments.
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MDPI Toronto Summit 2026: Bringing together leaders to shape the future of scholarly publishing
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Meet Kevin McCormick, Founding President of the Canadian Institute for Human Rights and Global Health
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Drafting the budget for your first SSHRC grant application
Early career researchers tend to be too cautious when budgeting, but if you justify your costs in detail, you will show the reviewers that you have considered all options.
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Supporting the career development of Indian international students
Postsecondary career centres in Ontario should consider implementing the Social Cognitive Career Theory for the unique students who have very specific career paths in mind.
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Adapting your writing for a research competition
Presenting in person can be nerve-wracking, but it is a great way to connect with a wider community of scholars.
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How to stay up to date within your field of research when you are busy teaching
Instead of trying to cram all of your research prep into the summer months, why not set aside some time each week to read about what’s new in your field of scholarship?
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Stretching the dollar: creative ways to budget in grad school
Approach budgeting and cost-saving alternatives from a fresh perspective.
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The benefits of creative writing
By giving yourself permission to write freely, you may find your academic writing also improves.
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Planning for effective, skills-building group projects
Group projects don’t necessarily build teamwork skills. Instructors need to teach and support skill development.
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Tips for starting up a research lab within the social sciences
For early career scholars, a lab is not just a place for conducting research – it’s a space for building community, developing future leaders and creating a lasting impact.
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Writing for peer reviewers from outside your field: lessons from non-fiction
When you need to explain a niche subject to a broader audience, contextualizing big numbers and using sensory metaphors can help to explain your research.
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Regain control of your inbox
A few suggestions to help reduce the amount of time you are spending on reading, writing and sorting emails.
