Life as a UTSG Student: Campus Spots for the Student-Parent 

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Life as a U of T student is an exciting journey filled with endless opportunities to explore diverse study, work, and rest spaces across the campus. In the second of a three-part series, Maribeth chats with iHub member, Meera Lafir, about her favourite UTSG campus locations as a student-parent. 

Written by Maribeth Manalaysay Tabanera, Blog Writer and Content Writer, Master of Education in Social Justice Education 

Life as a UTSG Student: Winnipeg to Toronto, a Grad Student’s Reflection 

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Life as a U of T student is an exciting journey filled with endless opportunities to explore diverse study, work, and rest spaces across the campus. In the first of a three-part series, Maribeth reflects on some of their favourite UTSG campus locations as a graduate student living far away from home. 

Written by Maribeth Manalaysay Tabanera, Blog Writer and Content Writer, Master of Education in Social Justice Education 

Embracing Disability Pride Month: Celebrating Community and Ongoing Advocacy 

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We continue celebrating Disability Pride Month! In this article, Innovation Hub Blog Editor Maribeth reflects on her experiences meeting with Nicole Shi from the Innovation Hub (iHub), visiting Tangled Arts & Disability Gallery, and attending the Toronto Disability Pride March. Lastly, Maribeth shares some educational resources and ways to get involved with the local disability community. 

Written by Maribeth Manalaysay Tabanera, Blog Writer and Content Creator, Master of Education in Social Justice Education

Embracing Disability Pride Month: Celebrating History and Community

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July is Disability Pride Month! In this article, Innovation Hub team members Maribeth and Ness share reflections on what Disability Pride Month means to them personally and for our broader community. This article features discussion about the Toronto Disability Pride March, and features a conversation with Spencer West, one of the organizers of the march. 

Written by Maribeth Manalaysay Tabanera, Blog Writer and Content Writer, Master of Education in Social Justice Education and Ness Maloney, Design Researcher, Engagement & Belonging – Students with Disabilities, PhD candidate, Socio-Cultural Anthropology

Honouring National Indigenous Peoples Day: Reflections & Land Acknowledgements 

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The history of National Indigenous People’s Day mirrors the norms of ongoing Indigenous advocacy in Canada. In this blog, Ruth reflects on the meaning of this important day, and explores the original intention behind the federal holiday, and shares her learnings about the importance of land acknowledgements. Ruth suggests best practices to foster engagement with Indigenous people all year round. 

Written by Ruth Rodrigues, Qualitative Data Archivist Team Lead, Master of Education in Social Justice Education