Victoria College in the University of Toronto

09/04/2026

What a week! From new friendships and familiar traditions to plenty of moments worth remembering, Orientation brought Vic U to life.

Take a look back at some of the highlights in our Flickr gallery and see what made shine: https://www.flickr.com/photos/victoriauniversityuoft/albums/72177720335442131/

08/24/2026

One evening. Remarkable viewpoints to be made.

On Nov. 5, join Victoria University’s, U of T, where the Honourable Bob Rae and Erin O’Toole will explore the important question: Should national interest take precedence over global responsibility?

Moderated by Heather Hiscox, a riveting debate follows for the Nov 5 event, where communities attendance supports the Dr. Jean Augustine Professorship in Transformative Education.

🎟️ Get your tickets now: https://buff.ly/R9vEFMK

08/18/2026

Two prominent Canadian voices. One timely question.

Former Canadian ambassador Bob Rae and former Conservative leader Erin O'Toole will debate whether national interest should take precedence over global responsibility at Victoria University's Great Canadian Debate on Nov. 5.

Moderated by Heather Hiscox Vic 8T6, the event supports the Dr. Jean Augustine Professorship in Transformative Education.

Get your early-bird tickets today: https://victoria.alumni.utoronto.ca/event/Greatcanadiandebate2026/home

08/09/2026

A former premier, a new generation of thinkers and a classroom full of hope. Now a professor at Victoria College, Kathleen Wynne shares how teaching students has changed the way she sees the future.

Read more:

Former Ontario premier Kathleen Wynne reflects on teaching at Victoria College, where she brings a public life in politics into classroom discussion.

08/05/2026

Marni Jackson Vic 6T8 arrived at Victoria College with a passion for reading and writing. She left with the inspiration, mentorship and confidence to build an award-winning career as one of Canada's most distinctive journalistic voices.

Now, she's being recognized with a Victoria University Distinguished Alumni Award.

Read about her remarkable journey and what advice she has for the next generation of writers: https://www.vicu.utoronto.ca/news/writer-marni-jackson-honoured-with-distinguished-alumni-award

07/31/2026

✨ Wishing you a safe and happy Civic Holiday long weekend! ✨

Victoria University will reopen Tuesday, Aug. 4, at 9 a.m. Here’s to a little extra time to relax, recharge and enjoy the summer.

07/23/2026

A little bit of rain couldn't dampen spirits at this year's VicNic! ☔🎉

VicNic may have moved indoors this year, but the laughter, good food and great company made Old Vic the perfect place to celebrate.

Victoria University's annual summer gathering brought together staff, faculty and librarians for an afternoon of games, conversation and a delicious menu from a local food truck. It was also a chance to thank departing president Rhonda McEwen and wish her well before she begins her new role as President and Vice-Chancellor of the University of Victoria.

A big thank you to everyone who joined us and helped make this year's VicNic another memorable celebration.

Want to see more moments? Browse the full photo gallery on Flickr: https://flic.kr/s/aHBqjCZESC

07/21/2026

🎟️ Early-bird tickets are now on sale for Victoria University's inaugural Great Canadian Debate!

Join moderator Heather Hiscox Vic 8T6 as Bob Rae and Erin O'Toole debate the question: Should national interest take precedence over global responsibility?

The Nov. 5 event at the Isabel Bader Theatre will support the Dr. Jean Augustine Professorship in Transformative Education.

Learn more and purchase your early-bird tickets: https://victoria.alumni.utoronto.ca/event/Greatcanadiandebate2026/home

07/20/2026

What does it take to lead a university through some of its most complex challenges?

Former Victoria University President and Vice-Chancellor Dr. Rhonda McEwen reflects on her time leading Vic U in a conversation with Steve Paikin, Chancellor of Victoria University. McEwen was recently appointed President and Vice-Chancellor of the University of Victoria in British Columbia.

From financial pressures and shifting government priorities to technology, campus dialogue and the future of higher education, she discusses the "wicked problems" facing university leaders and why thoughtful dialogue remains essential.

Read the full conversation in the Toronto Star: The "wicked problems" Rhonda McEwen had to solve: https://linktr.ee/viccollege

07/17/2026

From Vic student to one of the world’s leading climate scientists! 🌍

Katharine Hayhoe Vic 9T4 has built a career around connecting science with people and ideas. Now chief scientist for The Nature Conservancy and a professor at Texas Tech University, Hayhoe says addressing climate change requires collaboration across disciplines and every skill set needed to build a better future.

Read more about her journey: https://www.vicu.utoronto.ca/news/no-one-can-fix-climate-change-alone