# Mohamed Lachemi

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TMU Survey Reveals Strong Support for Bookable Campus Naps

Listen to the full story here: A student naps on a table on campus (OTR/Kinza Zafar) A recent survey shows overwhelming support for the introduction of nap pods on campus, with 98 per cent of the 1,113 participating students backing the initiative. The survey was conducted by t…

The CMA Wants to Scrap Sick Notes. Here’s Why TMU Isn’t Likely to Follow Suit

Students must have doctors fill out TMU’s sick note document to apply for academic consideration due to illness (OTR/Kiera Osborne). Listen to the whole story here: The Canadian Medical Association (CMA) is calling for an end to sick notes in the workplace and educational institution…

Seneca Announces Markham Campus Closure Amidst Federal Government’s Reduction to International Students

Seneca’s Markham campus will temporarily close at the end of the fall 2024 semester (OTR/Mehmet Oner). Listen to the whole story here: Seneca Polytechnic is temporarily closing its Markham campus at the end of this term, citing successive federal government decisions limiting new vis…

TMU’s International Admissions Cut in Half Since 2020

President Lachemi says TMU is unlikely to face program cuts and changes to international collaborative initiatives despite a drop in international student admissions. (OTR/Vanessa Tiberio) Listen to the whole story here: Toronto Metropolitan University (TMU) has admitted 50 per cent f…

“Learner Mistreatment” Service Appears Central to TMU’s New School of Medicine

“Learners Mistreatment” is a service offered only to medical students. It is also required as part of the accreditation process, says TMU President Lachemi. (OTR/Mariela Torroba Hennigen) Listen to the whole story here: Only TMU medical students are eligible to use the “Learners Mist…

TMU Hosts Town Halls This Week for New President Search

TMU’s President, Mohamed Lachemi, is set to conclude his term in the role at the end of 2026. (OTR/Mariela Torroba Hennigen ) Listen to the whole story here: Toronto Metropolitan University (TMU) is hosting virtual town halls this week, consulting with faculty and staff, as part of t…

Ontario Passes Bill 33, Sparking Backlash Over Policing in Schools and Student Fee Controls

Students and advocacy groups say they will fight for free and accessible education (OTR/ Nageen Riaz) An Ontario bill widely criticized for weakening campus services and student autonomy has become law, prompting strong pushback from student groups and education advocates. The Legislative Ass…

TMU Student Union Hires Lawyer for investigation into 2 Student Groups

The announcement provided by TMSU regarding investigation into student groups. (OTR/Julia Sawicki) Listen to the whole story here: The Toronto Metropolitan Students’ Union (TMSU) has retained a lawyer to investigate a series of complaints from last semester, the group said in a state…

With Tuition Unfrozen and OSAP Changes, TMU Opens Budget Consultations with Town Hall

Budget Town Hall #1 meeting where TMU’s vice-provost of university planning Kimberly McCausland is speaking on Mar. 2 (OTR/ Mia Di Panfilo) Listen to the whole story: The lifting of a seven-year post-secondary tuition freeze was top of mind at Monday night’s budget town hall.  Tor…

Leading by example: Mohamed Lachemi on generosity and giving back

Education has the power to open doors, create opportunities and strengthen communities. As president and vice-chancellor of Toronto Metropolitan University, Mohamed Lachemi has spent the past decade helping to expand access to higher education while championing student success. In this episode, Lac…