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One of the highest base funding packages in Canada comes into effect next fall

The University of Toronto is increasing funding for PhD and SJD (doctor of juridical science) students across its three campuses in an effort to alleviate students’ financial stress, advance equity, increase access to doctoral research opportunities and boost research outcomes. 

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With the approval of the Executive Committee of Governing Council, Professor Mariana Mota Prado has been appointed Associate Vice-President and Vice-Provost, International Student Experience for a five-year term, beginning January 1, 2025.

For his expertise and leadership in Indigenous and Aboriginal law

Professor Douglas Sanderson (Amo Binashii) is Beaver Clan from the Opaskwayak Cree Nation. He was managing editor of the inaugural edition of the Indigenous Law Journal in 2002 while a student at the University of Toronto’s JD program. Sanderson went on to earn his LL.M from Columbia University as a Fulbright Scholar.