Remember these gorgeous campus spots? True Blue tours U of T in a quest for Instagram fame

By Isabel Armiento

The True Blue mascot raises both arms while standing on a stone bridge arching over a lush pond in a sunlit woods.

True Blue strikes a pose at U of T Mississauga's Wilson Pond Bridge (all photos by Johnny Guatto)

With its plethora of unique architectural styles, the University of Toronto is the perfect place to take photos: from U of T Mississauga’s idyllic nature spots to the St. George campus’s historic settings and U of T Scarborough’s newly renovated modern backdrops.

Follow True Blue, U of T’s mascot – and part-time Instagram model – as they tour some of the most Insta-worthy locations at the three campuses.

St. George campus

Between the 19th-century elegance of Trinity College, the modern brutalism of Robarts and the edgy hybrid style of the Joseph L. Rotman School of Management, the St. George campus boasts a diverse range of Instagram-worthy spots.

The True Blue mascot props one foot on the base of a tall pillar outside Convocation Hall. — **Convocation Hall**

True Blue took advantage of the sunlight – and lack of pedestrian traffic – for a dazzling photo.

The True Blue mascot stretches along a wooden bench in an atrium next to a bamboo grove. — **Donnelly Centre's bamboo forest**

Savvy True Blue captured nature’s beauty without actually having to go outside.

The True Blue mascot sits on the grass under a tree, arms around knees, and looks over Front Campus at University College. — **University College**

What a pensive (but cute) pose! Does it mean True Blue is killing it – both academically and aesthetically?

Help U of T preserve the historic core of St. George campus through the Landmark Project

U of T Mississauga

As alumni know, natural landscapes make UTM the perfect place for a rugged photoshoot along one of U of T Mississauga's many hiking trails. But will True Blue’s Instagram success be overshadowed by accounts dedicated to the ubiquitous deer at U of T Mississauga?

The True Blue mascot sits on the edge of a stone bridge without railings, arcing over a pond in the sunlit woods. — **Wilson Pond Bridge**

True Blue’s photographer donned their most fashionable hiking boots to capture a picturesque swamp-chic photo.

The True Blue mascot relaxes in an armchair in a stone-and-wood rotunda with high ceilings. — **Kaneff Centre**

True Blue takes advantage of the Kaneff Centre’s gorgeous architectural backdrop.

The True Blue mascot and the UTM Eagle mascot high five each other on a paved pedestrian walkway. — **Middle Road**

U of T Mississauga's Middle Road is the setting for the perfect squad photo, as the UTM Eagle joins True Blue.)

U of T Scarborough

Over the past decade, U of T Scarborough has undergone an architectural revamp, transforming the campus into a hub of sleek, modern buildings. True Blue chooses between the old-school campus staples and the new gleaming glass structures.

The True Blue mascot points at the camera in front of a background of a tall concrete tower topped with three smokestacks. — **Humanities Wing boiler stacks**

Looking ‘smoking’ in front of the iconic U of T Scarborough boiler stacks.

The Terrace

Playing peek-a-boo with the camera while enjoying a walk through the Terrace, the Science Wing patio.

The True Blue mascot waves while standing under the skylight and concrete balconies of UTSC's Meeting Place. — **Meeting Place**

Striking a pose against the Meeting Place’s scenic skylight and checked tiles.

Adapted from a story originally published by U of T News.

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