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Canadian poet and #UofT alumna Anne Carson has won the 2026 #NobelPrize in Literature! 🏆

Carson was awarded the prestigious prize for “her bold and inventive oeuvre that, in playful dialogue with the classical tradition, has created new forms for contemporary literature.”

“On behalf of the University of Toronto, I am absolutely delighted to congratulate alumna Anne Carson on winning the 2026 @nobelprize in Literature,” said U of T President @MelanieWoodin. “This is a very proud moment for our global alumni community and for the entire university.”

Carson joins several members of the U of T community who have won the international prize, including a number of alumni.

Read more about Carson’s award-winning work at uoft.me/np26 or the link in our bio. #UofTAlumni

Photo credit: Don Usner by @uoft

Ever wondered what it’s like to study at a university in the heart of downtown Toronto? 🤔

Take a quick tour of five must-see spots on the U of T St. George campus – historic buildings, student hubs, study spaces, & athletic facilities that make the #UofT experience unique. 📌

Students and alumni, what’s your favourite spot on St. George campus?

Watch the full tour on our YouTube at the link in bio by @uoft

Thinking about applying to #UofT? Join us for our Ask Me Anything livestream on Monday, November 2nd at 3:30 p.m. to get all the answers on applications, residence, student life, and more.

📍IG Live on @futureuoft & @uoft
🗓️ Monday, Nov. 2 | 3:30 PM EST
🎤 Hosted by Erin (Student Recruitment Officer) and Sudipta (current student)

#FutureUofT #UniversityOfToronto #Apply by @uoft

Can memories be erased? Can AI make our roads safer? What can history teach us about the threats facing democracy today? These are just some of the big questions driving research at #UofT.

Meet seven researchers pushing the boundaries of knowledge and making discoveries with the potential to change lives around the world. Discover their stories at link in bio. by @uoft

Congrats #UofTGrad26! After the ceremony, visit our pop-up outside 1 King’s College Circle for your new grad pin. Strike a pose at our free photo booth, then make a 360° video, courtesy of @tdinsurance.

Your #UofTalumni perks start now – events, career support, networking and more. Details at link in bio. by @uoft

As a young PhD student at @harvard University in the mid-1980s, Sajeev John published an audacious paper in the prestigious journal Physical Review Letters. It contained a radical notion: light could be trapped. 💡

In the decades that followed – initially at @princeton, but mainly at #UofT – John went on to develop the science and applications of photonic crystals: structures that can confine and manipulate light at a microscopic scale. Much as semiconductors allowed scientists to control the flow of electrons and set the stage for modern electronics, photonic crystals are ushering in a new era for harnessing the power of light.

🔗 Learn more about how Sajeev John’s work is driving major advancements in medicine, solar energy and computing at bit.ly/4i0Zyjl (U of T News) or at the link in bio! by @uoft

60 seconds on the clock with President @melaniewoodin and Chancellor Wes Hall (@kingofbayst)! ⏱️

We put them to the test with #UofT convocation trivia ahead of next week’s Fall 2026 ceremonies.

How many did you get right? Let us know in the comments! 👇 #UofTGrad2026

🔗 Link in bio for ceremony schedules, livestreams and convocation details: utoronto.ca/convocation by @uoft

Are you a #UofTGrad26 graduate getting ready for your convocation? We’re celebrating Fall Convocation with a GIVEAWAY of a prize pack valued at $350 for one lucky class of 2026 grad!

This year, you can visit the @UofTBookstores where diploma frames, Class of 2026 merch and other quality items are available for purchase.

The winner will receive:
U of T Diploma Frame in Style Executive
U of T Class of 2026 Full-Zip Hoodie in Ash Grey
U of T Bobby Grad Bear
U of T Graduate Pop Can Glass
Defy Gravity T-Shirt (choice of white or navy)
Defy Gravity Travel Mug
Defy Gravity Water Bottle
Defy Gravity Notebooks
Defy Gravity Pens
Defy Gravity Buttons
Defy Gravity Socks
Defy Gravity Tote

TO ENTER:
1. Follow @uoft and @uoftbookstores
2. Publish a post with #UofTGrad26 to Instagram. If your account is private, send a direct message to @UofT with a screenshot of the post to be eligible.
3. Tag your favourite #UofT grads in the comments with the hashtag #UofTGrad26 for an extra entry each.

🗓️ DEADLINE: Enter before 11:59 p.m. ET on Sunday, November 1, 2026.

Open to all current U of T tri-campus students. The winner will be selected at random, announced in the caption of this post, and contacted via DM.

Please note: Prize pack is strictly available for in-person pick-up on the St. George campus, must be picked up within two weeks, and only after the winner has received an email from the @uoftbookstores confirming pickup. T-shirt size and colour preferences will be accommodated where possible, subject to stock availability.

Rules/Disclaimer: This contest is open to current University of Toronto students from across the tri-campuses. By “Liking” and commenting, you enter and agree that this contest is in no way associated with, administered by, or endorsed by Instagram. Please visit utoronto.ca/contest-rules for full contest rules. by @uoft

Are you ready? Fall convocation season has arrived at #UofT, a time for graduating students to celebrate a major life milestone and the lasting friendships they’ve made along the way.

Thousands of students from our three campuses will cross the stage at Convocation Hall, and we can’t wait to celebrate their big moment.

Don’t forget to tag your grad photos, videos and shout-outs with #UofTGrad26! 💙

🔗 Read the story via our link in bio or at uoft.me/fc26 by @uoft

#Flashback to our Dialogue & Difference on Campus event 💬

From thoughtful discussion to meaningful connections, the conversations highlighted the importance of engaging across differences and creating space for respectful dialogue at U of T.

Swipe ➡️ to check out @lifeatuoft Storyteller Karin's takeaways from the experience!

Want to be part of the conversation? Join the Dialogue Across Difference mailing list and stay tuned for more opportunities. Get all the details via the link in our bio or 🔗 uoft.me/dialoguead

#UofT #UniversityofToronto #UofTStudentLife by @uoft

Some of the challenges facing our country and our world demand action now. As Canada’s flagship university, @UofT is determined to meet the moment. That is why I have identified three Presidential Commitments that will guide our efforts in the near term: preparing future-ready graduates, advancing responsible adoption of artificial intelligence at scale, and mobilizing knowledge for social and economic impact.
For nearly 200 years, #UofT has helped society navigate successive periods of profound change. By responding to this moment with purpose, we can continue to fulfill that mission with confidence as we begin our third century. Learn more: https://uoft.me/mtm by @uoft