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January 27th Issue
DAS News |
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Jacob Javits Convention Center Expansion. Photo courtesy of WXY Studio and Claire Claire Weisz, guest lecturing on February 6th |
In this issue: M.ARCH CAFÉ Housing Symposium | Beyond the Wall Exhibition Opening | Claire Weisz x BEAT Guest Lecture & More! |
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Scott Sorli with Masrur Ananya (Second Year Studio) (Credit: Jian, K. L., 2023) |
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DAS Instructor Scott Sørli Recipient of the
Joe Zboralski Teaching and Community
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DAS is proud to share that architect Scott Sørli, a long-serving CUPE instructor in the Department, has earned the Joe Zboralski Teaching and Community Service Award, which recognizes CUPE members’ contributions to building community among students and colleagues at TMU and in the broader public.
Scott Sørli teaches architecture studio in the Department of Architectural Science at Toronto Metropolitan University. Scott brings a strong ethic for compassionate community building, environmental concerns, and social justice, encouraging deep participation with the built world. His teaching practice concerns itself with moments when form and matter engage the economic and political forces that produce the city.
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Upcoming Events |
M.ARCH CAFÉ Housing Symposium |
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Join the first-year M.ARCH class for the M.ARCH CAFÉ Housing Symposium, in partnership with the Canadian Architecture Students Association (CASA)! The event runs from January 30 to February 1, 2025, at the TMU Architecture Building, featuring a gallery opening, interactive exhibitions, networking, and a panel discussion, "Housing the Future: Toronto’s Innovative Housing Practitioners." Contribute to CASA’s housing manifesto posters by submitting your manifesto here.
Registration is required: sign up here, & follow us on IG: @tmudas_symposium for updates!
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Beyond the Wall: Opening Reception February 27th |
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Join us for the opening reception on Thursday, February 27th. The exhibition will be on view until April 3rd, 2025.
Beyond the Wall records separation by design—the experience of facing oppressive walls and the ways that people transform them. When confined by a wall, fence, or barrier, we may feel alone, unable to see our experience as one in a series. Through a narrative sequence of case studies, the exhibit reveals parallels between seemingly disparate systems of control. Simultaneously, we are linked by the instinct to find a crack in the wall—a gap through which we can envision a different world or a different wall. This exhibition thus highlights the parallels between various citizen-led interventions that redefine the wall as a surface for self-expression, a shaper of gathering spaces, or something to be transgressed. Here, that effort is humanized and celebrated. The wall is a tool for both control and agency.
Beyond the Wall rejects the designer’s role in enabling the destruction of people, places, and identities in Gaza, Palestine, and beyond. To communicate the real, human experiences behind the numbers, this exhibit captures both the struggle but also the stories of steadfastness, understanding, and visions of a better future. As argued by Micheal Sorkin and Dean Sharp in Open Gaza: Architectures of Hope, “No matter how high the fence or unrelenting the systems of control, Gaza cannot be sealed off from the world.”1
1. Open Gaza: Architectures of Hope, edited by Michael Sorkin and Dean Sharp, American University in Cairo Press, 2021.
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DAS Lecture Series |
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All lectures will run from 18:30 – 20:00 in ARC-202 (“The Pit”), located at 325 Church Street, Toronto unless otherwise noted.
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WINTER 2025
FEB 6
Claire Weisz x BEAT
Founding Partner, W X Y architecture + urban design, New York
NEW DATE: FEB 13
Alison Brooks x BEAT
Founder & Creative Director, Alison Brooks Architects, London
MARCH 6
Sarah Lynn Lopez
Author & Associate Professor at UPenn, Philadelphia
MARCH 27
Chris T Cornelius (Oneida)
Founding Principal, studio:indigenous
Professor and Chair of the Department of Architecture at the University of New Mexico |
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Our lecture series events qualify for 1.5 OAA Structured Con Ed hours (only for those working towards an OAA Certificate of Practice).
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Extracurricular
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Winter Stations 2025
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We’re thrilled to announce that our team of undergraduate students is among the winners of the 2025 Winter Stations international design competition! Guided by Professor Vincent Hui, the project team (led by Jade Yu Tung Wong and Arjun Jain) and design team members (Finn Ferrall, Marko Sikic, and Nick Kisil) have created Solair, which will be located at Toronto’s Kew and Woodbine beaches this winter.
Solair captures the ephemeral beauty of dawn using light, wind, and reflection to craft a dynamic sensory experience. The installation transforms sunlight and waterfront breezes into rippling shadows, flickering light, and melodic sounds, inviting visitors to engage with the natural elements in a profound and interactive way. As visitors move around and through the installation, they become active participants in this amplified natural performance.
Winter Stations is an annual competition showcasing innovative temporary art installations designed around Toronto’s iconic lifeguard towers. Winning designs will be on display for six weeks along the city’s waterfront, bringing life and creativity to the beaches during the colder months. Be sure to visit Solair and experience the magic of this year’s Winter Stations!
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2025 ACSA Steel Competition |
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Registration deadline: April 9, 2025
The Association of Collegiate Schools of Architecture (ACSA) is pleased to announce the 25th Annual Steel Design Student Competition for the 2024-2025 academic year. Administered by the Association of Collegiate Schools of Architecture (ACSA) and sponsored by the American Institute of Steel Construction (AISC), the program is intended to challenge undergraduate and graduate students, working individually or in teams, to explore a variety of design issues related to the use of steel in design and construction. Steel must be used as the primary structural material and contain at least one space that requires a long-span steel structure, with special emphasis placed on innovation in steel design.
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External Events & Opportunities |
ASHRAE TMU Chapter is excited to host ASHRAE Toronto’s 15th Annual Career Fair right here on campus! |
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This event brings together over 20 national and international employers looking to connect with co-op students, interns, and recent graduates. If you’re pursuing opportunities in Building Science, Green Building Design, Architecture and related fields, this is a must-attend event for networking and job prospects. Registration Details:
Fee: Free!
Register Here: https://www.ashraetorontomu.com/events
Online registration is recommended to stay updated on career fair details and future ASHRAE Toronto Chapter events
💡 Not an ASHRAE TMU member yet? Join us for free and enjoy access to workshops, technical tours, competitions, and more.
👉 Become a Member Today: https://www.ashraetorontomu.com/membership |
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2025 RAIC Foundation Scholarships & Awards – Apply Now! |
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The RAIC Foundation has unveiled its 2025 portfolio, featuring new and expanded scholarships and awards for architecture students and interns across Canada.
Highlights include the new Bing Thom Award, an essay competition for students in Canadian architecture programs, and the updated College of Fellows Centennial Fund, now offering two awards. Explore sustainability-focused scholarships, leadership awards, and bursaries tailored to support your academic and professional journey.
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New RAIC Bing Thom Award – Win $3500! |
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The RAIC Foundation is proud to launch the Bing Thom Award, an essay competition honoring the legacy of Bing Thom, FRAIC. Submit an 800-word essay exploring how a work of architecture can be transformative; discuss its impact on communities and reflect on the potential of great design to inspire change.
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Two prizes of $3500 each will be awarded
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Deadline: March 7, 2025, 10:00 PM ET
Learn more and apply here: RAIC Foundation Website |
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Toronto Society of Architects events: |
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IDEAS Forum: Labour in Architecture (as part of DesignTO)
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Description: Organized by DesignTO and the Toronto Society of Architects, “Ideas Forum: Labour in Architecture” will feature five fast-paced presentations (20 slides shown for 20 seconds each) and a panel discussion exploring how we can design better practices and labour standards in design fields through the lens of the architectural profession. Whether it is through community organizing, new models of practice, or increased transparency, each of our speakers will highlight the opportunities and challenges of building a better profession together. Join DesignTO and the TSA for what will prove to be a fascinating conversation with some diverse speakers!
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Date: Tuesday, January 28, 2025
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Time: 12:00 - 1:30 PM EST
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Location: Online via Zoom
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Price: FREE (RSVP Required)
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Event Link: https://torontosocietyofarchitects.ca/events/ideas-forum-labour-in-architecture/
The Legacy of Claude Cormier: Screening & Panel Discussion (as part of DesignTO)
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Description: Organized by the Toronto Society of Architects, The Cultural Landscape Foundation (TCLF), and UofT Daniels, this event will feature a screening of a 45-minute director’s cut of the TCLF’s Claude Cormier Oral History Project, specifically highlighting Claude’s Toronto projects. The screening will be followed by a panel discussion reflecting on Claude’s legacy and how we can carry it forward when shaping our future public spaces. Make sure to get your free tickets today to attend this special screening and inspiring discussion!
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Date: Thursday, January 30, 2025
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Time: 6:30 - 8:30 PM EST (Doors Open 6:00 PM)
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Location: Main Hall, Daniels Building (1 Spadina Cres), Toronto, ON
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Price: FREE (RSVP Required)
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Event Link: https://torontosocietyofarchitects.ca/events/the-legacy-of-claude-cormier-screening-panel-discussion/
TSA CONNECT 2025: Career Paths
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Description: Get your tickets today for the next session of TSA CONNECT—a professional networking and mentorship event—where the TSA is highlighting the wide variety of career paths those with an architectural or related education can pursue (oh the possibilities!). Join the TSA and make some connections with our Featured Guests who have all carved their own unique paths, from traditional practice at all scales and specialties to working for client groups, municipalities, marketing and visualization, specifications writing, and so much more! It is a great opportunity for students and young professionals to better understand how their architectural education and experiences might translate into a unique professional journey.
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Date: Wednesday, February 5, 2025
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Time: 7:00 - 9:30 PM EST (Doors Open at 6:30 PM)
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Location: Centre for Social Innovation: Annex - Lounge (720 Bathurst St, Toronto)
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Price: $15 + HST General Admission, FREE for TSA Members (student membership is free!) Spots are limited -- get your ticket today!
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Event Link: https://torontosocietyofarchitects.ca/events/tsa-connect-2025-career-paths/
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2025 Lyceum Competition:
A Community for the Future of Food |
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Submission Deadline: Thursday, May 22, 2025, 8:00 PM EDT.
https://competition.lyceum-fellowship.org/
Calling all architecture students! The 2025 Lyceum Competition, A Community for the Future of Food, challenges participants to reimagine two reclaimed buildings along Bridgetown, Barbados’s iconic Carlisle Bay. Guided by Program Author and Jury Chair Pierre Serrao (Black Star Barbados, Ghetto Gastro), this year’s theme focuses on sustainable design rooted in the region’s culinary heritage.
Your mission: transform these beachfront spaces into dynamic hubs for culinary innovation and community connection. Highlighting the disparities in the Caribbean's food system, this competition encourages designs that promote ecological farming, local consumption, and cultural pride. Don't miss this opportunity to shape the future of food in the world’s youngest nation!
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Open Call: MCH + TC Cuadernos Publication Grant |
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Attention researchers and students! The Master in Collective Housing (MCH) program, in collaboration with TC Cuadernos, is offering a publication grant of up to €6,000 to support the adaptation of thesis or research work into a professionally published book. Successful applicants will have their work translated, designed, printed, and distributed in a bilingual edition (English-Spanish).
Eligible submissions include completed theses, advanced research projects, or new research proposals focused on collective housing and urban studies.
📅 Apply now and showcase your work on an international stage!
🔗 Learn more: MCH Master Website
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Call for Ideas: 2025 CCA Interuniversity Charrette |
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The Canadian Centre for Architecture (CCA) invites architecture, landscape, urban planning, and design students to participate in the 2025 Interuniversity Charrette, Cartography of the Invisible.
Key Dates:
- March 11, 11 PM (EDT): Registration deadline
- March 13, 6 PM (EDT): Topic revealed (digital launch)
- March 17, 2 PM (EDT): Submission deadline
- March 20, 6 PM (EDT): Award ceremony, Montréal
Form teams (2-5 undergraduates or 2-3 graduates/recent grads), tackle the challenge in four days, and showcase your vision. Winning entries will receive CCA publications and prominent features on the competition microsite.
Instructors: Incorporate this into your winter syllabi and encourage students to join!
For details, contact Pedro Barbáchano at pbarbachano@cca.qc.ca |
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Deborah J. Norden Fund Travel Grant – Up to $7,500 |
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The 2025 Deborah J. Norden Fund invites students and recent graduates passionate about architecture, architectural history, and urban studies to submit proposals for independent travel-based research. This final granting cycle of the program offers one award of up to $7,500 for a project that demonstrates creativity, intellectual rigor, and commitment to the built environment.
Key Dates:
- February 24, 2025: Proposal submission deadline
- March 7, 2025: Recommendation letters deadline
- May 2025: Award announcement
Eligibility extends to full-time residents of the U.S., Canada, and Mexico. Preference will be given to applicants without prior extensive travel funding. |
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Exclusive Student Offer: AZURE Subscription for Just $27 |
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Students, don’t miss this limited-time deal! Get a one-year subscription to AZURE for over 58% off—just $27. Dive into cutting-edge architecture and design content that inspires and informs.
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Submit Your Work to the 2025 AZ Awards |
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Showcase your talent in AZURE’s international design competition! The AZ Awards celebrate excellence in architecture and design, with finalists and winners gaining global recognition and publication in the AZ Awards Annual issue.
Perks for Students:
- $5,000 cash prize for the student winner
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- $35 (early-bird deadline: Jan. 31)
- $45 (final deadline: Feb. 21)
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TMU Programming |
Health Promotion Programs: Safer Choices Week & New Peer Support Groups for Winter |
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Please click on each poster for registration information - if there is no link, no registration is required:
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Toronto Metropolitan University offers two mental health and wellness programs for graduate students:
Graduate Peer Groups (Winter 2024): Monthly sessions (online and in-person) focus on goal-setting, resilience, and work-life balance.
Monday, Jan. 20 / 1-2PM / online
Thursday, Jan. 30 / 2:30-3:30PM / in-person / POD 50B
Monday, Feb. 10 / 1-2PM / online
Thursday, Feb. 27 / 2:30-3:30PM / in-person / POD 50B
Monday, Mar. 10 / 1-2PM / online
Thursday, Mar. 27 / 2:30-3:30PM / in-person / POD 50B
Register here.
GRAD Art Hive: Creative drop-in sessions for relaxation and peer support.
Date/time: Wednesdays at 1:00 - 4:00 PM on January 29, March 12 & April 2nd.
Modality: In-person drop in group. New students are welcome at every session
Where: DCC 7TH Floor
Session 1: Vision Boards
Session 2: Paper Flower Making
Session 3: Open Studio
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Transforming my Madness into International Mad movement activism: A personal to political manic-depressive journey |
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Public Lecture hosted by the Canada Excellence Research Chair in Health Equity and Community Wellbeing.
Please join us for the virtual public lecture “Transforming my Madness into International Mad movement activism: A personal to political manic-depressive journey” by Matthew Jackman and Dr. Jennifer Poole hosted by Dr. Karen Soldatic, Canada Excellence Research Chair (CERC) in Health Equity and Community Wellbeing. With opening remarks from Danielle Landry. This event is free and open to the public.
Date: Thursday, February 6, 2025
Time: 10:30AM to 12PM EST
Location: Zoom
Register: Please register here: https://torontomu.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_vuzPFopaR2GaHY2voLG0uA
Accessibility: Live-captioning will be provided on Zoom.
For questions and access inquiries please contact Tarndeep Pannu, tarndeep.pannu@torontomu.ca by January 31, 2025.
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Graduation Photo and Composite Information for all Fall 2024 and Spring 2025 Graduates |
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Bookings are now open to take your Grad Photo!
You must have your photo taken by Lassman Studios Photography to appear in your respective Graduating Class Composite. All Fall 2024 and Spring 2025 graduates are eligible for a free class composite from the TMSU (formerly RSU).
Available for pick up at your convocation ceremony and at the TMSU starting in June 2025!
Click here book your appointment:
You can also book by following these 2 easy steps:
1. visit: https://www.lassmanstudios.com/dcs_sched/
2. enter tmu25 in the school ID to access the schedules
Both Fall 2024 and Spring 2025 are welcome to attend the sessions. New sessions get added weekly as the schedules fill up so please check back to the site if you cannot find an appointment that works with your schedule.
Questions? Contact info@yourtmsu.ca or questions@lassmanstudios.com
Grad Photos and Class Composites are a service of the Toronto Metropolitan Students' Union in Partnership with Lassman Studios.
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Nominations Now Open for the Viola Desmond Awards |
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The Viola Desmond Awards are here! Recognizing the outstanding impact of Black women and gender-diverse people in our community. #ViolaDesmondAwards
The 2024 Viola Desmond Awards and Bursary Program is led by the Office of the Vice-President, Equity and Community Inclusion (OVPECI). This year, OVPECI is partnering with the Lincoln Alexander School of Law, with contributions from campus partners serving on the Viola Desmond Planning Committee.
Submit a nomination to the Viola Desmond Awards by June 10.
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