#TMUWrapped2022: A year in review
As the year comes to an end, read below for the stories that helped define TMU in 2022.
It was a year of change. A year of perseverance. A year of coming together, forging a new identity and building a new future.
This year alone:
We officially became Toronto Metropolitan University.
We got approval to move forward on a new medical school.
We created a new minor in LGBTQ2S+ studies.
We announced a new team name and mascot.
And after two years of boldly adapting to unprecedented challenges of the pandemic, we returned to the classroom with strength, fortitude and pride.
And that’s not all. Before looking ahead to 2023, below, we invite you to look back at many more of the year’s pivotal moments, memories and milestones that have brought us to today.
A new name
The new name for the university, Toronto Metropolitan University, was approved unanimously by the Board of Governors on April 26, 2022.
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A new name for our institution
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The journey to reach Toronto Metropolitan University
Medical School announced
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Ryerson’s school of medicine receives further support from Province of Ontario
TMU Bold
The new team name - TMU Bold - and mascot - which changed from a ram to a falcon - was announced in August 2022 following extensive community input. Above, a sneak peek at TMU’s new uniform. (Photo: Alyssa Katherine Faoro)
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Introducing our new team name
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Athletics and Recreation unveils 'TMU Bold' look
Streaming to success
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Professional Music student streams to success in L.A., Vegas and more
Four-legged grad
@torontomet Zhoatong Chen and her support dog Bao Bao shared the limelight at convocation #ontario #university #canada #graduation ♬ Dance Inspirational (Modern, Upbeat, Dynamic, Club) - DPmusic
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Convocation ceremony features four-legged friend
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Looking back on some touching moments from Convocation
Let's talk about sex
In a special back-to-school series, psychology professor Trevor Hart shared advice for young adults exploring sexual relationships. (Photo: Elizabeth Tsung/Unsplash)
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Healthy sexuality for students: Healthy sex, healthy body, healthy mind
Campaigning to save lives
Nursing student Afsana Lallani’s own experience searching for a living organ donor made her one of the faces of a campaign to raise awareness about the cause. (Photo: YE Agency & Ajmera Transplant Centre)
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Launching a social media campaign to live
Red Bull Gaming Hub
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The Creative School launches new Red Bull Gaming Hub
Ground-breaking cancer research
Researchers from TMU and St. Michael’s Hospital can detect brain tumour content using blood samples. Called a liquid biopsy, this could transform how cancers are screened in the future.
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Groundbreaking cancer screening research detects brain tumours in blood
“YES” to wellness
In a referendum, Toronto Metropolitan University (TMU) students voted in favour of a fee increase to improve well-being services.
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TMU students vote “yes” to make well-being services more accessible and equitable
Student referendum passes to raise health and well-being fee starting in September 2023.
New LGBTQ2S+ Studies
A new LGBTQ2S+ Studies minor will enhance dialogue and research across disciplines, providing students with a greater understanding of LGBTQ2S+ peoples and communities. (Photo: The Gender Spectrum Collection)
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Toronto Metropolitan University set to launch new LGBTQ2S+ minor
Fighting for equity in sport
From speaking out about uniform accommodations for female athletes, to the underrepresentation of women and racialized individuals in sports media, educators Nicole Forrester, Shireen Ahmed and Laurel Walzak are battling for gender equity in sport. (Matt Lee/Unsplash)
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Fighting for a fair playing field
Global award winners
A record number of TMU students went to Dublin last week to celebrate their achievements at the Global Undergraduate Awards.
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TMU undergrads snag top spots in global competition and celebrate in Dublin