-
Former Facebook VP champions Canadian digital sovereignty
CIFAR AI Chair Joelle Pineau believes ethics and the common good must guide technological development.
-
Spotlight on best graduate supervision practices
Academics recognized for their ability to guide students through their studies talk about their approach to supervision.
-
The race to net zero
How universities are overhauling operations in an effort to reduce their greenhouse gas emissions.
-
The excellence dilemma
Are equity, diversity and inclusion criteria and sustainable development goals compatible with academia’s obsession with excellence?
Sponsored Content
-
MDPI Toronto Summit 2026: Bringing together leaders to shape the future of scholarly publishing
Highlights, key discussions, and insights from two days of collaboration, innovation, and open dialogue across leaders within the global research community.
-
Meet Kevin McCormick, Founding President of the Canadian Institute for Human Rights and Global Health
Bringing capacity to global engagement.
-
From business journalism to entrepreneurial support
A Moroccan BCDI 2030 Scholar committed to empowering women entrepreneurs.
-
The open educational resources movement is redefining the concept of online textbooks
The movement is also aiming to reimagine and democratize learning technologies.
-
In praise of secondments
One academic’s journey in search of new perspectives.
-
Some thoughts on Pop-Up Poetry and the role of art at conferences
A funny thing happened when four writers were tasked with creating poems on demand at a higher-ed conference in Ottawa.
-
Women’s studies programs fight for recognition
Though more relevant than ever, the field seems to have to continually justify its existence.
-
The rise of peer support for students with autism spectrum disorder
Accessibility offices are encouraging students with autism to turn to their peers for support through university life.
-
The dubious legacy of Quebec’s Maple Spring
Five years after the Printemps érable, one of the biggest protest movements ever to hit Quebec, the province’s universities remain underfunded and beset by a series of unresolved issues.
-
The book that changed my life
From cherished childhood stories to highbrow literature to weighty non-fiction, academics weigh in.
-
Making volunteering abroad a more ethical experience
University students are increasingly seeking stints volunteering in developing countries. Now, there’s a move to make these trips more ethical and meaningful to both students and their hosts.
-
Academics investigate the roots of radicalization
Looking at ways to stop Canadians from becoming radicalized.
-
Janet Morrison reflects on 25 years of championing student success at York U
The outgoing vice-provost, students, is taking up a new post at Sheridan College.
