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At the Innovation Hub, we’re committed to making an impact while embracing diverse perspectives. Student experiences are best understood by students. We’ve built trust with students, staff, alumni and community partners over the years through our commitment to participatory design and ethical and equity-centred design research practices.

The Innovation Hub is a Student-Driven Design Thinking Collective.

Driven by peer-to-peer design thinking, we co-create with students to improve campus life at the University of Toronto

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WHAT'S NEW AT IHUB

Transforming Past Experiences to Find My Spark as a Researcher 

By diana | September 23, 2026

In this blog, Rhonda reflects on how her past experiences supported her during her Work Study term at the Innovation Hub and helped her develop transferable skills in her role as a design researcher.  

Written by Rhonda Liu, Design Researcher, Master of Information, User Experience Design concentration 

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Join Our Team: Graphic Design & Communications Team Lead

By Julia Allworth | September 21, 2026

Are you someone who is experienced in design, passionate about collaborating with team members, and has a desire to learn? The Innovation Hub is hiring a Graphic Design & Communications Team Lead! We are looking for a seasoned graphic designer with leadership potential and an interest in project management and administration.

Written by Julia Allworth, Manager, Innovation Projects 

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Neurodivergent at University Screening & Resource Fair – Register to Attend!

By diana | September 16, 2026

This coming October, we’re excited to announce that we’ll be screening the Neurodivergent at University documentary at Innis College. There will also be a resource fair alongside the screening. Register today and join us for an evening filled with storytelling and reflection on neurodivergent student experiences. 

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Peer-to-peer design thinking

Our research uses a peer-to-peer feedback model rooted in participatory design and ethical practice. Everything in the Innovation Hub is intentionally designed to ensure a positive experience for students — both those who work here and those who share their stories with us.

We’re committed to changemaking that reflects the needs of the diverse U of T community. 

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WHAT WE OFFER 

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Design Research

Our design research projects aim to improve students’ experiences on campus. Every project looks different but uses design thinking to generate insights that inspire action. 

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Storytelling

We showcase the diverse experiences of UofT students through storytelling. We bring stories to life through events, videography, photography, and other media formats. 

WORKING AT THE IHUB 

We are committed to providing experiential learning opportunities that allow students to gain hands-on experience by tackling real -world problems that impact them. 


Working at the Innovation Hub is an opportunity to join a cross-functional, cross-disciplinary team of passionate students and recent graduates. Our team members learn valuable skills that can be applied across various career contexts.  

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