University of Toronto Scarborough

This article is about the University of Toronto campus in Scarborough, Ontario. For general information on the university as a whole, see University of Toronto.

University of Toronto Scarborough

Aerial south view of the Scarborough campus.
Former names	List Scarborough College (1964–1983) University of Toronto Scarborough Campus (1983–1996) University of Toronto at Scarborough (1996–2006)
Type	Division [1] , Campus
Established	October 6, 1964 (61 years ago) (1964-10-06) [2]
Parent institution	University of Toronto
Dean	Karin Ruhlandt [3]
Principal	Linda Johnston [4]
Academic staff	260 [5]
Students	15,174 [6]
Undergraduates	14,769 [6]
Postgraduates	405 [6]
Location	Toronto , Ontario , Canada 43°47′15″N79°11′20″W / 43.78750°N 79.18889°W / 43.78750; -79.18889
Campus	Suburban, 123 hectares (300 acres) [5]
Newspapers	The Underground The Varsity (tri-campus)
Mascot	Scar the Saber [7]
Website	utsc.utoronto.ca

The University of Toronto Scarborough (U of T Scarborough or UTSC) is one of three campuses of the University of Toronto. It is located in Scarborough, a district of Toronto, Ontario, Canada.

The campus is set upon suburban parkland next to Highland Creek. It was established in 1964 as Scarborough College, a constituent college of the Faculty of Arts and Science. The college expanded following its designation as an autonomic division of the university in 1972. It is the smallest in terms of enrolment size among the university's three campuses, the other two of which are the St. George campus in downtown Toronto and the Mississauga campus. Although the Scarborough campus is at a distance from the university's main location, it grants University of Toronto degrees and credits earned at UTSC are transferable with any of the other two campuses. ^[8]

Academics of the campus are centred on a variety of undergraduate studies in the disciplines of management, arts and sciences, whilst also hosting limited postgraduate research programs. Its Mental Health Studies program was the first to be offered in the nation. ^[9] The campus is noted for being a major provider of cooperative education programs at the university, as well as the Bachelor of Business Administration degree. Through affiliation with the adjacent Centennial Science and Technology Centre of Centennial College Morningside Campus, it also offers enrolment in joint programs. ^[10]

UTSC also offer more unique and challenging double degree programs, where students can obtain two degrees upon graduation. Such as the five-year double degree program (BBA & HBSc) in Management Finance and Quantitative Finance (Statistics). However, the number of students admitted to the double degree programs each year is limited.

The original building of the campus (Andrews Building) was internationally acclaimed for its architectural design. The Dan Lang Field, home to the baseball team of the Toronto Varsity Blues, is also situated on the campus. The campus has traditionally held the annual F. B. Watts Memorial Lectures, which has hosted internationally renowned scholars since 1970.

History

The 152-hectare (380-acre) land along the valley of the Highland Creek was purchased in 1911 by Toronto-based businessman Miller Lash, who developed the site into his summer estate with a mansion, today known as the Miller Lash House. The mansion included 17 rooms, a barn, a coach house, and three houses for his staff to dwell. Over the following years, over 100 acres of the estate were also used as farmland. Following the death of Miller Lash in 1941, the estate was acquired by E. L. McLean, an insurance broker, in 1944 for $59,000. ^[11] He made new additions to the estate, including a swimming pool and change room, and a retaining wall made in stone.

About 82 hectares (200 acres) of property was later purchased from McLean, just before his death, by the University of Toronto for about $650,000 in 1963, as part of the university's regional expansion. The groundskeeper of the land would continue to reside in the Highland Creek valley for the next 29 years. McLean's additions to the Miller Lash House, which would eventually become the residence of the campus's principal, were modernized, and 28 hectares (70 acres) of surrounding land north of the estate were also acquired. The University of Toronto established the Scarborough College as part of the institution's collegiate university system and declared the campus a branch of the Faculty of Arts and Science. D. C. Williams was appointed as the principal of Scarborough College and the planned Erindale College, as well as vice-president of the university. The college's faculty, consisting of 16 members, was also established and headquartered at the main campus in downtown Toronto. First classes were held at Birchmount Park Collegiate Institute and Old Biology Building at the St. George campus. ^[12] Designed by John Andrews, the first building of the campus began construction the following year. ^[13] Due to delays in construction after a strike among workers, the Scarborough College opened in temporary classes at the main campus to 191 full-time students in 1965. The first building was completed in time for the following academic year.

The college included a 6,000-square-foot (560 m²) television production studio. This was for a unique video lecturing system the college initially planned to have, which relies on the use of closed-circuit television for teaching purposes. ^[14] The system grabbed international media attention, and was complimented in the 1967 edition of Time . ^[15] However, the video lecturing system was abandoned after it was condemned for the lack of communicability of students with instructors. In 1972, the campus was reorganized as a separately governed division of the university's Faculty of Arts and Science, developing its own curriculum. In 1973, it became the first post-secondary institution to adopt a course credit system in Ontario and the first cooperative education program was established. The campus adopted its present official name in 2006 after being renamed University of Toronto Scarborough Campus in 1983 and University of Toronto at Scarborough in 1996. The initials UTSC come from the former name and continue to be used by the university to distinguish the campus from University of Toronto Schools (UTS).

Campus

Geography

For much of its existence, the University of Toronto Scarborough was described as a "mid-sized university campus". ^[16] It sits on 123 hectares (300 acres) of land, forming the west side of the Highland Creek neighbourhood. It is bounded entirely by Morningside Avenue to the west, adjacent to the Morningside campus of Centennial College. The campus is bounded to the east by residential areas and Military Trail. The campus extends the north to south of Highway 401 and south to the north of Old Kingston Road. ^[17] Unlike the university's downtown St. George campus, the University of Toronto Scarborough is located in a suburban area, consisting of residential houses along its eastern side and urban forestry on its southern and western side.

The south and north portions of the campuses are separated by the Elelsmere Road. The neighbourhood's namesake river runs through the lower campus, and its valley consists of Ma Moosh Ka Win Valley Trail (formerly known as Valley Land Trail) and other pedestrian trails that link the campus to nearby parks and neighbourhoods. The underground passes and three major inter-campus pedestrian walks: Gallery Walk, Illiniaqtiup Aqqutinga (Scholars Walk), and Tsi Yonnenyakéhtó:Ten (Rock Walk) allow convenient travel between buildings in the south campus. ^[17] Students often use the sidewalks at Military Trail to access the north campus buildings. ^[17]

Architecture

1964–1999

Looking west: Science Wing ahead, Bladen Building on the left, and the Arts and Administration Building on the right.

The Andrews Building, the first completed building of the campus, named after its designer, John Andrews, was built in a brutalist architectural style and completed in 1964. ^[18] Andrews objected to the term "brutalist," since the architecture was built with human needs and logic in mind, aiming to create a connected space that limited outdoor exposure in the winter. ^[19] The interiors were made to mimic the streets of a city, with wide hallways and balconies on upper floors. The building is divided into two wings, known as the Science Wing and the Humanities Wing. The Meeting Place, a large atrium at the center of both wings, is often used to hold events. ^[15] The design of the Andrews Building, along with its unique closed-circuit television teaching system, was the target of international acclaim during the decade. ^[20]

Alumni Corner (Hall of Excellence after renovation in 2025)

The 1970s and onward saw new buildings being designed in a modernist style. ^[21] The Recreational Wing, now known as the Bladen Wing (named after Vincent Bladen, former dean of the Faculty of Arts and Science) was completed in 1972. The Recreation Wing (R-Wing) housed the University of Toronto Scarborough Library, then known as the Vincent W. Bladen Library. The N'Sheemaehn Child Care Centre, one of the university's non-profit child day care facilities, opened in 1990. An underground corridor completed in 1995, known as the Hall of Excellence, connects Bladen Wing and the Humanities Wing. ^[22]

2000–2008

Sakura Grove during blooming season.

Double cohort brought challenges to the teaching, study and residence spaces at the campus due to an increase in first-year enrollment. In response, the Academic Research Centre (ARC) and Joan Foley Hall were constructed. ^[23] The ARC was built in 2003 as an extension of the Bladen Building with a copper finish. It allowed for the relocation and expansion of the library to its present state and introduced the campus's first near-500-seat lecture theatre, which has since held the Watts Lecture series, after formerly being held in the Meeting Place. The Doris McCarthy Gallery, also found in the ARC, exhibits works by local artists and campus alumni, Doris McCarthy. The Student Centre was opened in 2004 through a project that was initiated and funded by students through a levy from 2002 to 2027 ^[24] . Constructed using 18 tonnes of recycled steel from a demolished gallery at the Royal Ontario Museum, the three-storey Student Centre earned a Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design (LEED) certification as well as a Green Design Award from the City of Toronto. ^[25] The Kina Wiiya Enadong Building (formerly known as the Management Wing, later renamed the Social Sciences Building due to the relocation of the Department of Management, and then changed to its current name in 2021 in response to the recommendations of the Truth and Reconciliation Commission of Canada report), which opened in 2004, was originally the home of the Department of Management. After the completion of the Instructional Centre in 2011, it became the new home of the Department of Management, the Department of Computer and Mathematical Sciences, and the offices of cooperative education programs. Brick and limestone were used to create the Arts and Administration Building, completed in 2005, ^[26] which holds the principal's office. ^[27] In 2005, the Consulate General of Japan donated 50 cherry trees to UTSC to symbolize the friendship between Japan and Canada. The trees at Sakura Grove bloom annually, attracting students, faculty, and staff to enjoy the fleeting beauty of the blossoms ^[28] . The Science Research Building, where post-graduate research facilities and a lecture hall are located, is an extension of the Science Wing that was completed in 2008. ^[29]

2009–Now

UTSC Instructional Centre

Interior of Sam Ibrahim Building.

Since 2009, the university has undertaken a proposal to substantially expand the campus north of Ellesmere Road, starting with the construction of the Instructional Centre, funded by Canada's Economic Action Plan, completed in 2011. The Toronto Pan Am Sports Centre (built 2014) was one of the main venues of the 2015 Pan American Games and 2015 Parapan American Games. ^[30] The Toronto Pan Am Sports Centre brought pool facility to campus and significantly expanded the size of the gym. The Parapan American Games also brought an addition of seven accessible tennis courts to the Highland Creek valley. The Environmental Science and Chemistry Building, completed in summer 2015, was the third building to open in the north grounds. ^[31] The most recent addition to campus architecture is Highland Hall, built on the footprint of the old gym and athletic centre. Highland Hall houses the Registrar's Office, Admissions & Recruitment, classrooms, a lecture hall, and an Event Centre. Recent expansion plans include the opening of the Sam Ibrahim Building in 2024, the "second instructional centre," to be completed on the north campus to house offices for the Department of Computer and Mathematical Sciences and several lecture halls., ^{[32] [33]} Harmony Commons, a student residence completed in 2023, ^[34] and Indigenous House, due to be completed in 2025. ^[35]

In 2022, the Ontario government announced that the University of Toronto Scarborough would offer medical education. ^[36] The Scarborough Academy of Medicine and Integrated Health (SAMIH) will train approximately 40 physicians, 56 physician assistants, 30 nurse practitioners, 40 physiotherapists, and 300 undergraduate students in Health Sciences each year starting in September 2026 and 2027 at the Myron and Berna Garron Health Sciences Complex. ^{[37] [38]}

List of UTSC buildings ^[17]

See also: List of University of Toronto buildings

Some departments have office spaces spanning across two or more buildings.

Name	Building Code	Department	Built	Architect	Notes	Image
Academic Resource Centre	AC		2003	Brian MacKay-Lyons	Houses the Doris McCarthy Gallery, UTSC Library, and a near-500-seat lecture hall, AC223. [39]
Arts & Administration Building	AA	Department of Arts, Culture and Media	2005	Montgomery Sisam Architects	Houses the campus' seat of governance. It contains music and visual arts studios, a 300-seat lecture hall, and a council chamber. [40] This building also acts as the front-facing entrance to the campus. [40]
Bladen Wing	BV		1972	John Andrews	Houses the UTSC bookstore, classrooms, computer labs, and study spaces . [41] Named after Vincent Bladen, former dean of the Faculty of Arts and Science.
Coach House	CH				Located at the lower campus.
Dome Structure	DS				Located at the lower campus.
Environmental Science & Chemistry	EV	Department of Physical and Environmental Sciences	2015	Diamond Schmitt Architects	A research and education hub for Physical and Environmental Sciences. [42]
Geodesic Domes	GD		2024		Located at the lower campus. Designed as greenhouses that host the Indigenous entrepreneurship training program. [43]
Highland Hall	HL	Department of Anthropology, Department of Global Development Studies, Department of Health and Society, Department of Human Geography, Department of Political Science, and Department of Sociology	2018	Perkins & Will Architects	Renovated from the Athletics Centre after the completion of Toronto Pan Am Sports Centre. [44] It has study spaces, student commons, and a 230-seat-lecture hall. [44]
Humanities Wing	HW	Department of English, and Department of Psychology	1966	John Andrews (architect)	Part of the Andrews Building, the original building of the Scarborugh College [45] .
Indigenous House	IH		To be completed in 2025		In response to the Truth and Reconciliation Commission of Canada Final Report, the building will create inclusive and dedicated spaces for Indigenous learners, faculty and staff [46] .
Instructional Centre	IC	Department of Management, Department of Biological Sciences, and Department of Psychology	2011	Diamond and Schmitt Architects	It features a rooftop garden with solar panels [47] . It is also the first building to be added to the north campus.
Kina Wiiya Enadong Building	KW	Department of Historical and Cultural Studies, Department of Language Studies, and Department of Philosophy	2004		It was known as the Management Wing or the Social Sciences Building after 2011. Renamed to the current name as part of UTSC's Indigenous place-making. [48] [49]
Maintenance Building	MB				Located at the lower campus.
Miller Lash House	ML		1913	Edward B. Green Sr. (Green and Wicks)	Located at the lower campus. Former residence of the Principal of UTSC. Restored 2005. Designated a historical building in 1998.
Myron and Berna Garron Health Sciences Complex (SAMIH)	AM		To be completed in 2026	Diamond Schmitt Architects and MVRDV [50]	New health sciences building, part of UTSC's expansion of medical and health programs [51] .
N'sheemaehn Child Care Centre	CC		1990		It provides day care to the children of students, staff, faculty, and the community [52] .
Portable	PO				Portable 102 is located behind the Kina Wiiya Enadong Building.
Sam Ibrahim Building	IA	Department of Computer and Mathematical Sciences	2024	CEBRA Architecture and ZAS Architects & Interiors	Houses the Sam Ibrahim Centre for Inclusive Excellence in Entrepreneurship, Innovation and Leadership, Student Services, and the Department of Computer and Mathematical Sciences offices. It also includes the newest 500-seat lecture hall at UTSC–Arrow Group Inovation Hall [53] [54] .
Science Research	SY	Department of Psychology	2008	Moriyama and Teshima Architects	It houses a 235-seat lecture hall, laboratories, and classrooms. It is connected to the end of the Science Wing [55] .
Science Wing	SW	Department of Biological Sciences, Department of Physical and Environmental Sciences, and Department of Psychology	1966	John Andrews (architect)	Part of the Andrews Building, the original building of the Scarborough College [56] .
Student Centre	SL		2004		Opened during UTSC's 40th anniversary. Houses a food court, campus radio station, study areas, a multi-faith chapel, equity office, a dentistry, and the Scarborough Campus Students' Union [57] .
Student Residence Centre	SRC				Located next to Joan Foley Hall and the South Townhouses.
Toronto Pan Am Sports Centre	AQ		2014	NORR Ltd	Built to host events for the 2015 Pan American Games and Parapan American Games. Replaced the Athletics Centre after its renovation [58] . It provides sports venues such as a gymnasium for UTSC students and the public [59] .
Residence
Aspen Hall	A	N/A	1973		A row of townhouses located at the South Residence.
Birch Hall	B	N/A	1973		A row of townhouses located at the South Residence.
Cedar Hall	C	N/A	1973		A row of townhouses located at the South Residence.
Dogwood Hall	D	N/A	1973		A row of townhouses located at the South Residence.
Elm Hall	E	N/A	1973		A row of townhouses located at the South Residence.
Fir Hall	F	N/A	1984		A row of townhouses located at the South Residence.
Grey Pine Hall	G	N/A	1984		A row of townhouses located at the South Residence.
Harmony Commons	N	N/A	2023		Suit-style student residence at the north campus.
Hickory Hall	H	N/A	1984		A row of townhouses located at the South Residence.
Ironwood Hall	I	N/A	1984		A row of townhouses located at the South Residence.
Joan Foley Hall	JF	N/A	2003		Apartment-style student residence near the South Residence. Named after Joan Foley, UTSC's first female provost and principal.
Juniper Hall	J	N/A	1989		A row of townhouses located at the North Residence.
Koa Hall	K	N/A	1989		A row of townhouses located at the North Residence.
Larch Hall	L	N/A	1989		A row of townhouses located at the North Residence.
Maple Hall	M	N/A	1989		A row of townhouses located at the North Residence.

Transportation

Public Transit

TTC and GO Transit

University of Toronto Scarborough
The UTSC Bus Loop near Highland Hall.
General information
Location	1265 Military Trail, Toronto, ON
System
Bus routes	38B, 938, 95B, 995, 905, 154, 41, 41A, 41F
Bus operators
Construction
Accessible	yes

Students, staff and visitors can choose the transit bus service by the Toronto Transit Commission (TTC) (including Wheel-Trans), GO Transit, and Durham Region Transit (DRT) to arrive at the campus ^{[60] [61] [62]} . Both the TTC and GO Transit stations are located at the bus loop outside of Highland Hall. Students and visitors can also access TTC, GO, and DRT bus services at other bus stops along Military Trail and Morningside Avenue. TTC Wheel-Trans customers may also access multiple Wheel-Trans stops on campus.

TTC Routes ^{[63] [64] [65] [66] [67] [68]}

Route		Destination	Availability
38B	Highland Creek	To Kennedy Station (W) via Scarborough Centre Station	All week
938	Highland Creek Express	To Kennedy Station (W) via Scarborough Centre Station	Weekdays only
95B	York Mills	To York Mills Station (W)	All week
995	York Mills Express	To York Mills Station (W)	Weekdays only
905	Eglinton East Express	To Kennedy Station (W) To Conlins (E) (905A only)	All week
154	Curran Hall	To Kennedy Station (W)	All week

GO Transit Routes ^[69]

Route		Destination	Availability
41	Hamilton/Pickering	To Hamilton GO Centre (W) To Pickering GO (E) via Scarborough Centre Bus Terminal and Richmond Hill Centre Terminal	Weekdays only
41A	Hamilton/Pickering	To Square One (W) To Pickering GO (E)	Weekdays only
41F	Hamilton/Pickering	To Square One (W)	Weekdays only

DRT

Centennial Circle
The UTSC DRT bus stop.
General information
Location	1065 Military Trail, Toronto, ON
System
Bus routes	900, N1
Bus operators
Construction
Accessible	yes

The DRT bus stops are located at Centennial Circle (Behind the Environmental and Chemistry Building). There is also another bus stop at Ellemere Road at Military Trail.

DRT Routes ^{[70] [71]}

Route		Destination	Availability
900	Oshawa Pickering Express	To Ritson Northbound @ Richmond (E)	All week
N1	Harmony Pickering Express	To Harmony Northbound @ Conlin (E)	All week night service only

Public Transit connects UTSC to nearby transportation hubs such as Scarborough Centre Station, Kennedy Station, and Guildwood GO Station. These hubs offer transfer to downtown Toronto, the St. George campus, Union Station, and Via Rail.

Bike Share Toronto ^[17]

University of Toronto Scarborough
The docking station near Parking Lot A and Highland Hall Bus Loop
General information
Location	1265 Military Trail, Toronto, ON
System
Owned by	Bike Share Toronto / Toronto Parking Authority
Construction
Parking	Besides UTSC Parking Lot A
Bicycle facilities	16 docks
Other information
Website	Bike Share Toronto System Map

Bike Share Toronto operates a docking station at UTSC, located near Parking Lot A and Highland Hall Bus Loop. This provides students, staff, and visitors with access to the citywide bike share system, offering both standard bicycles and e-bikes. ^[72]

UTSC Bike Share Program

UTSC Bike Share Program Cage.

The UTSC Bike Share Program offers UTSC students a free bicycle rental service on weekdays from 9 to 4:30 pm for same-day rent and return. It supports short‑distance trips near campus. Students can rent bikes through the Student Residence Centre by completing an online form using their UTORid and student number. Upon approval, renters receive a bike lock, a lanyard with the bike number, a key, and a swipe access card for the outdoor bike cage. Bikes are collected from the outdoor cage beside the Highland Hall bus loop, behind the Bike Share Toronto docks. The program also promotes sustainable transportation. ^[73]

Parking lots ^[17]

Drivers can choose to park their cars in the campus parking lots. Most parking spots are located at the north campus. They can also park at nearby GO stations for free and then arrive at campus by TTC or Bike Share.

Lists of parking lots ^[17]

Parking Lot		Location	Availability
PA	Parking Lot A	Beside the Highland Hall Bus Loop	Visitor
PB	Parking Lot B	Besides Hickory Hall, Ironwood Hall, and Joan Foley Hall	Permit
PC	Parking Lot C	Besides the Student Residence Centre and the Academic Resource Centre	Permit only
PD	Parking Lot D	Beside the Humanities Wing and Kina Wiiya Enadong Building, accessible via Beechgrove Drive	Permit
PE	Parking Lot E	Besides the N'sheemaehn Child Care Centre, Juniper Hall, and Larch Hall	Visitor & Permit
PG	Parking Lot G	Besides Harmony Commons, east of Military Trail and south of Pan Am Drive	Visitor & Permit
PH	Parking Lot H	Besides the Sam Ibrahim Building and Retail and Parking Commons (under construction)	Visitor & Permit
PJ	Parking Lot J	Besides the Sam Ibrahim Building, west of Military Trail and north of Centennial Circle	Accessible only
PK	Parking Lot K	Besides the Indigenous House and Parking Lot L	Permit
PL	Parking Lot L	Besides the Environmental Science and Chemistry Building and the Instructional Centre	Accessible only
P	Parking Valley Lot	South of Miller Lash House	Not specified
RPC	Retail and Parking Commons	Besides and connected to the Sam Ibrahim Building	Under construction

Additional parking spaces are available at Toronto Pan Am Sports Centre (TPASC) North and East Lot, as well as Centennial College Morningside Campus.

Academics

Departments

The University of Toronto Bookstore operates a branch at Scarborough. Due to disrepair and the bookstore's future relocation to the north campus , the sign on the wall was removed in 2025.

The campus is primarily an undergraduate institution, thus it attracts the most direct-entry applicants from secondary schools among the university's three campuses. ^[75] The campus has 16 academic departments: ^[76]

• The Department of Anthropology
• The Department of Arts, Culture and Media
• The Department of Biological Sciences
• The Department of Computer and Mathematical Sciences
• The Department of English
• The Department of Global Development Studies
• The Department of Health and Society
• The Department of Historical and Cultural Studies
• The Department of Human Geography
• The Department of Language Studies
• The Department of Management
• The Department of Philosophy
• The Department of Physical & Environmental Sciences
• The Department of Political Science
• The Department of Psychology
• The Department of Sociology

Students are diversified among concentrations that are specialists (9-16 credits), as well as the majors (6-9 credits) and minors (4-5 credits). The cooperative education programs, which require students to complete three semesters in workplaces pertaining to their field of study, are the most comprehensive at the University of Toronto. Joint programs with Centennial College, which award both a university degree and a college diploma, are offered in journalism, new media, paramedicine, and Music Industry and Technology. ^[77]

Bachelor of Arts

Thirteen departments of the campus contain programs that award a Bachelor of Arts degree, most of which also offer a Co-op option. The Department of Anthropology offers courses in Anthropology: Socio-cultural and Anthropology. The Department of Arts, Culture and Media offers courses in Art History & Visual Culture, Arts & Media Management, Arts Administration, Journalism (Joint Centennial), Media Studies, Media, Journalism & Digital Culture, Music, Music Industry & Technology (Joint Centennial), New Media Studies (Joint Centennial), Studio Arts, and Theatre & Performance Studies. The department is one of only two universities in Ontario to offer an undergraduate degree in Arts Management. The Department of English offers courses in Creative Writing, English, English Literature, and Literature and Film Studies. The department also offers a double degree in Psychology and English in partnership with the Department of Psychology. The Department of Global Development Studies offers programs in African Studies and International Development Studies (students can complete a Bachelor of Arts or Bachelor of Science degree through these programs, depending on the subject). The Department of Health and Society offers programs in Health Humanities, and Health Studies: Health Policy. The Department of Historical and Cultural Studies offers courses in Classical Studies, Food Studies, Global Asian Studies, History, and Women's & Gender Studies. The Department of Human Geography offers courses in City Studies, Geographical Information Science, Human Geography, Physical and Human Geography, and Urban Public Policy & Governance. The Department of Language Studies offers courses in Chinese and English Translation, French, Linguistics, and Psycholinguistics. The Department of Management offers courses in Economics for Management Studies in addition to the Bachelor of Business Administration program. The Department of Philosophy offers courses in Biomedical Ethics and Philosophy. The Department of Physical and Environmental Sciences offers courses in Environmental Studies in addition to the Bachelor of Science. The Department of Political Science offers courses in Political Science, Public Law, and Public Policy. The Department of Sociology offers courses in Critical Migration Studies, Culture, Creativity and Cities, and Sociology.

Bachelor of Science

The university has seven departments in the sciences, which award a Bachelor of Science degree. Most of which also offer a Co-op option. In addition to the Bachelor of Arts degree, the Department of Anthropology also offers a program in Anthropology: Evolutionary. The Department of Biological Sciences offers courses in life sciences, including Biology, Conservation and Biodiversity, Human Biology, Integrative Biology, Molecular Biology and Biotechnology, Molecular Biology, Immunology and Disease, and Plant Biology. The Department of Computer and Mathematical Sciences teaches Applied Statistics, Computer Science, Mathematics, and Statistics. The Department of Global Development Studies offers a program in International Development Studies (students can choose to complete their Bachelor of Arts or Bachelor of Science degrees through this program, depending on the subject). The Department of Health and Society offers programs in Population Health and Paramedicine (Joint Centennial) in addition to the Bachelor of Arts. The Department of Physical and Environmental Sciences offers programs in Applied Climatology, Astronomy and Astrophysics, Biochemistry, Chemistry, Environmental Chemistry, Environmental Geoscience, Environmental Physics, Environmental Science, Global Climate Change, Medicinal and Biological Chemistry, Natural Sciences & Environmental Management, Physical & Mathematical Sciences, Physical Sciences, and Physics & Astrophysics. Students may also pursue a combined degree program that combines a Bachelor of Science in Environmental Science and a Master of Engineering. Some programs in the Department of Physical and Environmental Sciences and the Department of Biological Sciences can also lead to a combined degree with a Master of Environmental Science. The Department of Psychology offers programs in Psychology, Mental Health Studies, and Neuroscience. Students may also pursue a joint degree program combining a Bachelor of Science in Mental Health Studies and a Master of Social Work. In addition, some Bachelor of Science and Bachelor of Arts programs also offer a combined degree with a Master of Education.

Bachelor of Business Administration

The Bachelor of Business Administration with Co-op option degree is also unique to the campus. It is awarded by the programs in the Department of Management. It offers specialist degrees The university offers joint master's degrees in Management, Management & Accounting (with the option of a combined degree in Master of Accounting & Finance), Management & Finance, Management & Human Resources, Management & Information Technology, Management & International Business, Management & Marketing, Strategic Management, and Economics for Management Studies. UTSC is the only campus that provides double degree programs. One of the Double Degree: BBA, Specialist (Co-operative) program in Management and Finance/Honours BSc, Specialist (Co-operative) program in Statistics, Quantitative Finance Stream, is one of the top programs at the University of Toronto, set up in 2018. This program is a double specialist program, rather than a double major, consisting of two more specialized fields. After graduation, students will receive both a Bachelor of Business Administration degree and an Honours Bachelor of Science degree, it usually takes five years to complete.The admission difficulty is comparable to that of the engineering program, and is slightly higher than that of computer science. The admission difficulty for programs with Co-operation is even higher. This project involves a greater course load, but at the same time, it also has greater competitiveness. Only 20 students are admitted to this program each year. This new degree is the first of its kind at any university in the Greater Toronto Area.

Co-operative education (co-op)

The University of Toronto Scarborough (UTSC) is distinguished by its extensive offering of co-operative education programs across the Arts, Sciences, and Management disciplines. [78] Often referred to as "U of T's co-op campus," the program has been a core component of UTSC's academic model for over 50 years. ^[79]

The campus established the first cooperative education program in Ontario in 1973, following its reorganization into a separate division of the Faculty of Arts and Science. The International Development Studies (IDS) Co-op, established in 1984, was the first undergraduate co-op of its kind in Canada, focused on international development field work. ^[80]

The UTSC Co-op Office currently facilitates programs in approximately 50 different subject areas, with an annual enrollment of nearly 4,000 students. ^[81]

Program structure

Co-op degree requirements combine academic study with mandatory work terms, which are integral and mandatory components of the program curriculum. ^[82]

• Students are typically required to complete a minimum of 12 months of work experience, most commonly fulfilled through three, four-month work terms, or a combination including one 8 or 12-month term. ^[83]
• All co-op work terms are full-time and salaried, with the requirement to be paid at least minimum wage. ^[84]
• Placements for UTSC students occur across local, national, and international industries, including major employers in finance, government, technology, and non-profit sectors, such as Microsoft, CIBC, RBC, and The Hospital for Sick Children. ^[85]

Graduate programs

Four graduate programs are based on the campus. The Department of Physical & Environmental Sciences offers masters and doctoral degrees in environmental science. The Department of Psychology offers a combined MA and PhD program in clinical psychology. The most recent graduate program offered through the Department of Management is the Masters of Accounting and Finance, which provides accreditation pathways for both the CPA and CFA designations.

Research

The University of Toronto Scarborough (UTSC) hosts a diverse and growing research body, spanning life sciences, natural sciences, health, community engagement, sustainability, and innovation. ^[86]

Research labs and centres

• Black Health Equity Lab (BHEL) – Established in 2022 in the Department of Health & Society, BHEL focuses on improving health equity for Black communities in Scarborough. Its projects include HIV prevention and treatment programs developed in partnership with local health organizations. ^[87]

• Clusters of Scholarly Prominence Program (CPSS) – Funds interdisciplinary faculty teams conducting collaborative projects. ^[88]

• Sam Ibrahim Centre for Inclusive Excellence in Entrepreneurship, Innovation & Leadership (SICIEEIL) – Housed in the Sam Ibrahim Building, this centre supports student entrepreneurship and leadership training, funded through a donation by entrepreneur Sam Ibrahim. ^[89]

• SoundLife Scarborough (SLS) – Launched in 2023, this initiative fosters community-engaged research through music, creating collaborations between UTSC, local musicians, and cultural organizations. ^[90]

• Therapeutic Interventions for Psychosis Lab (TIP Lab) – This lab investigates the causes and treatment of distressing symptoms of psychosis, developing interventions such as cognitive behavioural therapy and cognitive remediation. ^[91]

Sustainability in infrastructure

Exterior of the Sam Ibrahim Building.

UTSC integrates sustainability into research and campus planning. Recent projects include:

• Harmony Commons was built to Passive House standards, projected to reduce energy use by 40–60% compared to conventional designs. ^[92]
• The Sam Ibrahim Building, which features geothermal heating, high-efficiency insulation, and a green roof, designed to lower energy consumption by ~40%. ^[93]

Interdisciplinary research centres and clusters

UTSC hosts a variety of interdisciplinary research centres and extra-departmental research clusters that facilitate collaboration across disciplines and support innovative projects. ^[94]

• Centre for Biological Chemistry – Focuses on research in molecular biology, biochemistry, and cellular processes, supporting both basic and applied research initiatives.
• Centre for Ethnography – Established in 2007, this centre promotes ethnographic research and writing at UTSC, hosting an annual speaker series, workshops, courses, and a fellowship competition for ethnographic writing. ^[95]
• Centre for Global Disability Studies (CGDS) – Founded in 2020, CGDS brings together researchers across U of T campuses to conduct interdisciplinary disability studies research, emphasizing anti-ableist, intersectional, and transnational approaches. ^[96]
• Centre for the Neurobiology of Stress – Established in 2000, this state-of-the-art facility supports research on brain and nervous system functioning, including electrophysiology, microscopy, and behavioral studies.
• Centre for Planetary Sciences – Hosted by the Department of Physical and Environmental Sciences, it provides a platform for cross-disciplinary research on planetary science, supports postdoctoral fellows, and engages in public outreach.
• Culinaria Research Centre – A multidisciplinary initiative exploring food studies, including cultural identity, diaspora, production, and social impacts of food. Combines fieldwork, archival research, GIS, and digital humanities approaches.
• Environmental Nuclear Magnetic Resonance (NMR) Centre – Opened in 2004, this facility conducts environmental research using NMR spectroscopy to study molecular-level environmental processes and metabolomics.
• Integrative Behaviour and Neuroscience (IBN) Group – Founded in 2001, focuses on functional and evolutionary aspects of animal behaviour, bridging genomic data and phenotype using integrative experimental approaches.
• Plant Cellular and Molecular Processes (PCMP) Group – Operates in an open-concept laboratory with advanced plant growth chambers. Research spans biochemistry, molecular genetics, physiology, and microscopy to investigate plant growth, development, and stress responses.

Student life

Student Centre

The Student Centre is a landmark for student activities at the campus.

The Student Centre is a three-story 48,000-square-foot (4,500 m²) building, where the office of the Scarborough Campus Students' Union (SCSU), office of Student Affairs of the University of Toronto Scarborough, as well as other offices of student clubs and organizations, are located. It also contains a food court, health and wellness centre, and multifaith prayer room. ^[97] Located on the first floor of the Student Center, 1265 Bistro is a bar and restaurant operated by the Student Union. Originally called "The Bluffs," the venue opened shortly after the opening of the Student Centre and reopened in 2009 as "Rex's Den" with improved service. ^[98] After a brief closure during the COVID-19 pandemic, the Student Union decided to permanently close Rex's Den and rebrand it as the existing 1265 Bistro in 2022 based on student feedback. ^[99]

Food on campus

UTSC provides a variety of dining options across campus, ranging from subsidized student-run venues to university-managed dining halls.

Student Centre Food Court

The Student Centre contains a food court that serves as a central hub for student dining. ^[100] The food court offers a selection of vendors, including popular chains lke KFC and Subway. ^[101] It is frequently used by commuting students due to its central location and extended weekday hours.

1265 Bistro

Located on the first floor of the UTSC Student Centre, 1265 Bistro is a student-run bar and restaurant operated by the Scarborough Campus Students' Union (SCSU). The venue offers relatively affordable food due to subsidies from the union. ^[102] The space has gone through multiple rebrandings since the Student Centre opened. A Chatime is also located adjacent to 1265 Bistro.

Harmony Commons Dining Hall

The Harmony Commons Dining Hall is the primary all-you-care-to-eat facility at UTSC, serving breakfast, lunch, and dinner daily. ^[103] First-year residents are required to purchase a seven-day meal plan, which is valid only at Harmony Commons. ^[104] The dining hall also emphasizes sustainable dining practices and provides vegetarian, vegan, gluten free, and halal options. ^[105]

Market Place

The Market Place in the Humanities Wing offers a variety of international cuisines and grab-and-go options, such as Bento Sushi and Osmow's. ^[106]

Standalone food options ^[107]

Two Tim Hortons can be found on campus. One is located between the Academic Resource Centre and Bladen Wing. The other one is at the Toronto Pan Am Sports Centre (TPASC). There is also a Starbucks at the Meeting Place, a La Prep at the Instructional Centre, CAFÉ DÉPÔT at the Sam Ibrahim Building, Hotpot and Tea at Highland Hall, and more.

UTSC Library

The interior of the renovated UTSC Library.

As one of the University of Toronto Libraries, the University of Toronto Scarborough Library (UTSC Library) serves as an academic hub for students, faculty, and researchers, providing access to a wide range of scholarly resources, study spaces, and digital services. ^[108] In addition to traditional library services, the UTSC Library supports experiential learning, digital literacy, and research skills development through workshops, peer tutoring, and partnerships with faculty.

BRIDGE

The BRIDGE is a joint initiative of UTSC’s Department of Management and the UTSC Library, blending academic, research, and experiential learning in the domains of business, data, and entrepreneurship. ^[109]

As a multipurpose academic space, BRIDGE functions as a business research library, data lab, collaboration lounge, and student innovation hub. It equips students with access to advanced tools and platforms, fostering hands-on learning in business analytics and research.

BRIDGE also serves as a hub for co-curricular programming, workshops, events, and partnerships with industry, aiming to connect classroom knowledge with practical applications, and to support student formation, community engagement, and innovation. ^[110]

Study spaces on campus

The interior of the Humanities Wing with study carrels

UTSC provides numerous study environments across campus. Students can also use empty classrooms as long as there are no scheduled lectures, tutorials or standing bookings. Some notable study spaces include ^[111] :

• UTSC Library — Offers quiet study zones, group study rooms, and individual carrels across two floors.
• Science Wing and Humanities Wing — Contains rows of study carrels next to classrooms.
• Bladen Wing — Designed for both individual and small-group sessions.
• Highland Hall — Includes lounge furniture, desks, and smaller study corners to blend studying and socializing.
• Sam Ibrahim Building — Includes a wide variety of modern study spaces such as study carrels, lounge seating, and desks.

Athletics

UTSC provides opportunities for students of all skill levels to participate in sports and fitness, whether for recreation, competition, or general well-being. All UTSC students have access to athletic facilities across all three University of Toronto campuses, including the world-class Toronto Pan Am Sports Centre (TPASC).

Toronto Pan Am Sports Centre (TPASC)

Main article: Toronto Pan Am Sports Centre

TPASC's entrance.

The Toronto Pan Am Sports Centre (TPASC) is a major athletic facility located on the UTSC campus. It was constructed for the 2015 Pan American Games and Parapan American Games. It is co-owned by the University of Toronto and the City of Toronto. It also serves as the home arena for the Scarborough Shooting Stars of the Canadian Elite Basketball League (CEBL). ^[112] In 2024, more than 11,000 students made use of TPASC. ^[113]

Opened in 2014, the facility includes ^[114] :

• Two Olympic-sized (10-lane, 50-metre) swimming pools and a 25-metre diving pool.
• A field house with multiple courts for basketball, volleyball, and other indoor sports.
• A fitness centre, running track, and climbing wall. ^[115]

The centre is used extensively by UTSC students, varsity teams, and community members. Students enrolled at UTSC receive membership access as part of their incidental fees, granting use of the gym, pool, and other fitness amenities. ^[116]

In addition to student use, TPASC regularly hosts local and international competitions, as well as national team training camps.

Varsity sports ^[117]

The University of Toronto’s Varsity Blues gathers elite athletes from across all three campuses to compete against other universities. Varsity sports include:

• Badminton
• Baseball (Men's)
• Basketball (Men's)
• Cross-country running
• Curling
• Fencing
• Field hockey (Women's)
• Figure skating
• Football
• Golf
• Ice hockey
• Lacrosse
• Mountain biking
• Rowing
• Rugby
• Soccer
• Softball (Women's)
• Squash
• Swimming
• Tennis
• Track and field
• Volleyball
• Water polo
• Wrestling

Unless otherwise noted, all programs offer options for men and women.

Intramurals ^[118]

Intramural programs provide opportunities for organized competition among all three campuses. Each year, about 827 intramural athletes participate. Sports include:

• Badminton (Co-ed)
• Basketball
• Cricket
• Field hockey (Women's)
• Flag football
• Ice hockey
• Indoor soccer
• Lacrosse (Women's)
• Outdoor soccer
• Tennis
• Ultimate Frisbee (Co-ed)
• Volleyball

Unless otherwise noted, all programs offer options for men and women.

Residences

The newly built Harmony Commons residence building

South and North Residences (Townhouses)

UTSC was not originally planned to include any residence halls. Prior to 2023, student housing was primarily located at the southernmost end of campus. In 1967, students proposed additional on-campus housing. This led to the construction of the South Townhouses (Phase 1): Aspen Hall, Birch Hall, Cedar Hall, Dogwood Hall, and Elm Hall, which opened in 1973 and housed approximately 250 students. ^[119] The townhouses feature shared common areas, kitchens, and bathrooms for student use. With growing demand and increased enrollment, the South Townhouses (Phase 2): Fir Hall, Grey Pine Hall, Hickory Hall, and Ironwood Hall were completed in 1984 to house 144 students. ^[119] By 1989, the North Townhouses (Phase 3): Juniper Hall, Koa Hall, Larch Hall, and Maple Hall were built adjacent to the Science Research Building, adding 142 beds. ^[119]

Joan Foley Hall and Student Residence Centre

To meet the needs of the growing student body, Joan Foley Hall, named after UTSC's first female president, opened in 2003. Joan Foley Hall offers 58 suites, accommodating up to 229 students. ^[119] Each unit has a shared common area, kitchen, and bathroom. The building is also equipped with an elevator. The Student Residence Centre, a blue building adjacent to Joan Foley Hall, oversees residence administration and serves as a common area for all townhouse and Joan Foley Hall residents. It handles student mail, accepts food delivery, and provides some daily necessities for student use.

Harmony Commons

In 2023, UTSC opened the nine-storey Harmony Commons. This passive house provides 748 additional beds and features a sustainable design, integrated dining, and flexible study and recreational spaces. ^[119] Currently, Harmony Commons and South Townhouses are for first-year students. Upper-year undergraduates and graduate students can only apply to live in Joan Foley Hall or North Townhouses. ^{[120] [121]} If there are vacancies, first-year students may be assigned to North Townhouses, too.

Amenities

All housing has both shared and single bedrooms available, with a limited number of "super single" bedrooms in Harmony Commons featuring private bathrooms. With limited exceptions, the duration of accommodation is based on the length of the semester(s). Student housing has a 'first-year guarantee' where first-years who apply before a certain deadline are guaranteed to find housing. Since not all first-year residences do not have kitchens where cooking is possible, ^[120] first-year residents, regardless of their residence, must purchase a seven-day meal plan that is valid only in the Harmony Commons dining hall. ^[104]

Undergraduate campus groups and student organizations

Frosh 2024 outside TPASC.

Students at UTSC have access to a wide variety of student-led groups and organizations that support academic, cultural, social, and professional development.

Scarborough Campus Students’ Union (SCSU)

The Scarborough Campus Students’ Union (SCSU) is the official undergraduate student union at UTSC, representing and advocating for the interests of the student body. ^[122]

Established in 1966 (formerly the Scarborough Campus Students’ Council, SCSC), SCSU has led numerous student-driven initiatives, such as the construction of UTSC residences and the student centre and pro-Palestinian demonstrations in the face of the Gaza War. ^[123] SCSU operates and manages the UTSC Student Centre, owns and runs the 1265 Bistro restaurant, supports and recognizes departmental student associations (DSAs) and clubs, and offers various services including bursaries, health & dental plans, lockers, photocopying, and graduation photos. ^[124] The union also provides discounts, organizes events, and supports student initiatives across campus.

An executive team, a board of directors, and full-time staff lead SCSU. This includes the president, along with vice presidents overseeing operations, academics and university affairs, equity, campus life, and external relations. ^[125] The board of directors represent each academic department and certain student populations. ^[126]

Departmental Student Associations (DSAs)

Supported by SCSU, each academic department at UTSC has its own departmental student association (DSA), which provides academic support, advocacy, and social programming for students. Examples include the Biological Sciences Student Association (BioSA) and Psychology and Neuroscience Departmental Association (PNDA). ^[127]

Clubs

SCSU recognizes and supports a wide range of student clubs, covering cultural, academic, and recreational interests. Examples include the Emergency Medical Response Group (EMRG) and Twelve65. Students can browse existing clubs or register a new club through the SCSU Club Services portal. ^{[128] [129]}

Volunteer networks and equity services

UTSC offers students opportunities to participate in volunteer initiatives through the SCSU, including programs in street teams, food centres, academic support services, and racialized student collectives. Participation provides students with certificates, reference letters, co-curricular record (CCR) recognition, and opportunities for community outreach scholarships. ^[130]

SCSU operates three main equity service centres: the Academic Support Centre, Food Centre, and Racialized Student Collective. These centres provide academic advising, free food resources, professional development workshops, and social programming aimed at fostering student development. ^[131]

Frosh (SCSU Orientation)

Frosh 2024 inside TPASC.

At UTSC, Frosh is the annual ticketed orientation event for incoming students, organized by the Scarborough Campus Students’ Union (SCSU). ^[132] The event typically spans three days and includes a mix of social and campus-familiarization activities. ^[133]

During Frosh, students are grouped into “houses” and compete in challenges and games to earn points toward a “House Cup.” The program also includes opening ceremonies, performances, campus tours, and opportunities to meet upper-year students. ^[134]

ARTSIDEOUT (ASO)

ARTSIDEOUT 2024 booth.

ARTSIDEOUT (ASO) is UTSC's largest multidisciplinary arts festival, held annually in October. The event transforms the campus into an open-air gallery, featuring visual art exhibitions, live performances, interactive installations, and workshops. Organized by students for students, it provides a platform for the UTSC community to engage with and showcase diverse artistic expressions. The festival is free and open to all, fostering creativity and cultural exchange within the campus. ^{[135] [136]}

Media

Student media on the campus include The Underground, the campus's official student news outlet. The campus also receives distributions of The Varsity .

Greek life

Greek life at UTSC includes one sorority: Delta Alpha Theta - Gamma chapter ^[137] and one fraternity: Xi Alpha Pi. ^[138] None of these organizations has a house. As per the anti-discrimination policy since 1960, the University of Toronto does not officially recognize fraternities or sororities. ^[139]

Subreddit

Reddit hosts a dedicated forum for UTSC, known as r/UTSC. The subreddit serves as an informal digital gathering space where current students, alumni, and prospective applicants share advice, campus news, memes, and discussions about academic and social life at UTSC.

As a student-run platform, r/UTSC is not officially affiliated with the university, but it has become an important venue for peer-to-peer support. ^[140]

Graduate student organizations

Graduate students at the University of Toronto Scarborough are represented by several organizations that provide academic, professional, and social support.

The University of Toronto Graduate Students' Union (UTGSU)

The University of Toronto Graduate Students' Union (UTGSU) represents over 18,500 graduate students across all three campuses, offering services such as health and dental insurance, intramural leagues, funding opportunities, and advocacy. ^[141]

Graduate Students Association at Scarborough (GSAS)

At the Scarborough campus, the Graduate Students Association at Scarborough (GSAS) is the elected body representing UTSC graduate students. GSAS manages the Graduate and Postdoc Lounge, organizes social and academic events, and publishes The Valley, a journal featuring creative works, research highlights, and stories from graduate students and postdocs. It also collaborates with the Vice-Principal Research and Vice-Dean Graduate on initiatives such as the Graduate Student Seminar Series, the New Frontiers Seminar Series, and the Graduate Student Summer Gym Rebate. In partnership with the Centre for Teaching & Learning (CTL), the Academic Advising & Career Centre (AA&CC), and the Graduate Association for Professional Skills (GAPS), GSAS also delivers workshops and professional training. ^[142]

Graduate Management Consulting Association UTSC (GMCA@UTSC)

UTSC also hosts a chapter of the Graduate Management Consulting Association (GMCA@UTSC), which offers professional development opportunities in management consulting. GMCA@UTSC runs mentorship programs and its signature 10-week miniMBA program, providing students with experiential learning and leadership development. ^[143]

Demographics

The Scarborough campus has about 22 per cent as many students as the St. George campus. It comprises 15 per cent of the University's student enrolment as a whole. UTSC has the largest proportion of international students of the three campuses with 30.7 per cent, as opposed to 29.0 per cent at UTSG and 25.7 per cent at UTM. The UTSC gender ratio is less balanced than St. George, with a higher proportion of female students at both the undergraduate and graduate level.

Student Demographics (Scarborough, 2024–25) ^[144]

	Undergraduate	Graduate
Male	41.3%	34.6%
Female	56.1%	63.7%
Canadian student	69.0%	80.7%
International student	31.0%	19.3%

Notable people

Alumni

Main article: List of University of Toronto Scarborough alumni

The campus has educated a number of noted persons involved in a variety of fields.

Faculty

See also: List of University of Toronto faculty

• Emily Agard, former biology instructor
• Aisha Ahmad, associate professor in the department of political science
• Maydianne Andrade, ecologist and former professor
• R. Michael Bagby, professor of psychology
• Brenda Beck, adjunct professor in Anthropology department in the field of South Asian folklore
• Janice Boddy, Professor of Anthropology
• Tom Bolton, astronomer and former professor
• Deanna Bowen, former instsructor in the Department of Arts, Culture & Media
• Mark V. Campbell, Associate Chair of the Department of Arts, Culture and Media
• Leslie Chan, professor
• Elizabeth Cowper, former chair of the department of humanities
• Irena Creed, vice-principal for research and innovation
• William J. Crins, lecturer
• Elizabeth Dhuey, Associate Professor of Economics
• Jeffrey Dvorkin, former lecturer and Director of the Journalism Program
• Modris Eksteins, historian, author, and former professor
• Nick Eyles, professor of geology
• Donna Gabaccia, history professor
• Michael Inzlicht, professor of psychology
• Steve Joordens, professor of psychology
• Madhavi Kale, associate professor of history
• Bruce Kidd, former campus principal and member of the Canadian 1964 Summer Olympics team
• Michael Lambek, professor of anthropology
• Tanya Mars, professor of performance art and video in the Department of Arts, Culture and Media
• Kathy Martin, former assistant professor
• Daniel David Moses, former teacher, and writer-in-residence
• Tony Nardi, actor, playwright, theatre director, and instructor
• Laura-Ann Petitto, a multiple award-winning cognitive neuroscientist and psychologist who has performed influential research in various branches of neuroscience using humans and chimpanzees. ^[145]
• Thy Phu, professor of media studies
• Bhavani Raman, historian, associate professor and associate chair
• Mahua Sarkar, professor of sociology
• William Seager, professor of philosophy
• Zindel Segal, cognitive psychologist and professor
• Myrna Simpson, former research chemist
• S. J. Sindu, novels and instructor
• Balázs Szegedy, mathematician and former professor
• Imre Szeman, cultural theorist and professor
• Daniel Scott Tysdal, poet and lecturer in creative writing
• Fred Urquhart, former assistant professor of zoology who studied the migration of monarch butterflies ^[146]
• Franco Vaccarino, former professor and principal
• Diana Valencia, associate professor of Physics and Astrophysics
• Jessica Wilson. professor of philosophy
• Frank Stronach, executive in residence
• Zubairu Wai, associate professor of Political Science and Global Development
• Mitzie Hunter, President and CEO of Canadian Women's Foundation, Former Minister of Education and Associate Minister of Finance

In popular culture

The University of Toronto Scarborough has been used as a filming location for a number of films and music videos. Portions of Enemy (2013) directed by Denis Villeneuve, The Shape of Water (2017) directed by Guillermo del Toro, Dream Scenario (2023) directed by Kristoffer Borgli, and The Weeknd’s music video for Secrets (2017) were shot on the campus. ^[147] The campus’s longstanding association with television and film production, as well as its architectural features that make it a notable filming site. ^[147] The campus was also used by David Cronenberg as the location for his debut film Stereo in 1969. ^[148]

See also

• University of Toronto Campus Safety

Other campuses

• University of Toronto St. George
• University of Toronto Mississauga

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