Past events

The Hart House Orchestra is celebrating its 40th anniversary by performing in New York City, and U of T alumni and friends are invited to attend this special occasion! The program, From Creation to Rhapsody, includes Canadian and American symphonic pieces to honour both countries and is rounded out by Brahms' Symphony No. 1. This orchestra, made up of U of T students, alumni, faculty, staff and Hart House senior members, is led by talented conductor Henry Janzen. After the performance U of T alumni and friends are invited to attend a meet and greet dinner with members of Hart House Orchestra at McGee's Restaurant & Pub. To learn more details and to RSVP to the dinner, email regional.programs@alumni.utoronto.ca.

The Hart House Orchestra is celebrating its 40th anniversary by performing in New York City, and U of T alumni and friends are invited to attend this special occasion!

Dr. Stephen Batiuk will show how new archaeological fieldwork, as well as bio-molecular chemistry and genetics, are helping to unlock this story, pushing its origins back to the Neolithic period and to the region of Caucasia, modern Georgia, Armenia and Azerbaijan. He will also explore how one of our earlier and best-documented examples of an ancient migration led to the spread of wine and wine culture across Ancient Near East, and then eventually across the rest of the Mediterranean World.

Lurking in Michael Moore's satirical look at Canada-United States border relations are questions about our relationship with the US.Since 9/11, our countries have worked hard to keep the border open to trade but closed to threats. Professor Gilbert's lecture responds to Canadian Bacon in light of the new American President and increased security, asking the question: has our collaboration gone too far?

Prof. Bender's presentation is part of an ongoing series of compelling lectures for alumni, hosted at venues across the GTA. U of T in Your Neighbourhood brings the University right into your community. Stay informed, inspired and connected, because together we are boundless.

JOIN FELLOW U OF T ALUMNI AND CANADIANS IN PHOENIX FOR THIS ANNUAL CELEBRATION. U of T alumni and friends are invited to celebrate their Canadian heritage at the 65th Annual Great Canadian Picnic! The day will consist of live music, food, games and other fun activities for the whole family. Your alumni representative and picnic committee member, Vivek Chawla (BASc 1996), will be there to welcome you. There are also volunteer opportunities available in support this event. If you are interested in volunteering for the day or joining the picnic committee, please contact Vivek at v.chawla@alumni.utoronto.ca.

Bundle up and embrace winter with fellow U of T alumni and friends for a day on the slopes and lunch at Mount St. Louis Moonstone Ski Resort! Your alumni representative, Doug Varty (BComm 1981 UTM), will be there to welcome you.

U of T alumni and friends are invited to attend an exclusive pre-game meet and greet with U of T alumnus and Dallas Stars COO, Jason Farris (BA 1991 VIC).