Investing in people is the key to success, says new AVP
Geoff Frigon discusses his early impressions, reflects on the importance of building a strong team and shares his vision for the portfolio
Spaces & Experiences at U of T is responsible for improving life outside the classroom.
Whether it’s by providing locally and sustainably sourced meals, memorable campus events, warm and friendly residences or innovative development projects for students, staff and faculty…
our priority is supporting our community in creative and innovative ways.
Our Latest Projects
S&E Interim Leadership Appointment
Janice Johnson will assume responsibility for the Operations portfolio following Gloria’s retirement while continuing in her role as Executive Director, Student Housing & Residence Experience.
Hello Kitty teams with U of T on new line of stylish school gear
Developed in partnership with the U of T Bookstore and the university’s Trademark Licensing team, the collection celebrates campus pride.
Investing in people is the key to success, says new AVP
Geoff Frigon discusses his early impressions, reflects on the importance of building a strong team and shares his vision for the portfolio
S&E Interim Leadership Appointment
Janice Johnson will assume responsibility for the Operations portfolio following Gloria’s retirement while continuing in her role as Executive Director, Student Housing & Residence Experience.
We're Built Differently
We were once two separate portfolios —
Ancillary Services and Real Estate. Now,
Space & Experiences combines our
intimate knowledge of U of T’s community
needs with the capacity to identify and
develop innovative spaces and services.
We take a holistic approach to our work, collaborating with internal and external partners to create environments that power new possibilities at the University.
Our Guiding Principles
- Create for Tomorrow
- Adapt and Improve
- Set the New Standard
- Care for People
- Build from Diversity
The Spaces & Experiences portfolio includes the following campus business units
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Every Child Matters 🧡 September 30 marks Orange Shirt Day and the National Day for Truth and Reconciliation. Both days of recognition—one Indigenous-led and the other established by the federal government—call for remembrance, reflection, and action around the history and devastating legacy of residential schools on Indigenous Peoples and communities.
Orange Shirt Day, launched in 2013, centres the childhood experience of survivor Phyllis Webstad to convey the profound and lasting damage that Canadian residential schools inflicted upon Indigenous children, their families, and their communities.
The Canadian government created the National Day for Truth and Reconciliation in 2021 to fulfill Call to Action #80 of the final report of the Truth and Reconciliation Commission of Canada (2015), which identified the need to maintain public memory of Canada’s residential schools as part of the reconciliation process.
🧡 This post’s illustration is an award-winning orange shirt design by MJ Singleton, an Ojibwe, two-spirit student from Migisi Sahgaigan First Nation who is studying at @uoftmississauga
🧡 Their design, titled noojimo’iwe, emphasizes the importance of healing the intergenerational trauma of residential schools by supporting and loving those around you. It portrays a mother holding hands and walking forward with her two children. Above them is a bright sun with contour lines connecting to a floral pattern and designs representing all living things.🧡
Another U of T Food Pop-Up is on the way!
Stop by to grab a free treat and chat with the U of T Food Services team about Food Services, Meal Plans and everything happening across campus this semester.
🗓️Tuesday, September 28
⏰12 PM (available while supplies last)
📍King’s College Circle
#uoft #uoftfoodservices #uoftfood
Pizza, cotton candy and good company in the Knox Residence courtyard? Sign us up! ✨
#UofT #UofTDorm #UniversityOfToronto
After many years of dedicated service to the University of Toronto, Gloria Cuneo retired from her position as Executive Director, Operations at Spaces & Experiences.
Gloria was known for her steadfast leadership and commitment to U of T and S&E’s strategic vision. Her time as Director of University Family Housing (UFH) was nothing short of transformative — she led the team that turned the Charles Street buildings into a thriving community and oversaw the rehabilitation efforts to current properties in the Huron-Sussex neighbhourhood, as well as fostered stronger relationships with long-term tenants.
Her leadership has strengthened S&E’s operations and led to structural improvements across the portfolio. In 2023, she received the President’s Excellence Award for Emerging Excellence, a testament to her leadership, innovation and commitment to the university. She leaves behind a legacy at the university for her love and care for the people that breathe life into the communities on campus.
Congratulations, Gloria!
#UofT
Have you just moved into Oak House and want to explore your new home? Here’s a quick tour of all the spaces you’ll find in the building! 💚
#UofT #UniversityofToronto #StudentDorm #OakHouse
A busy week at The Conference Centre! 🎓
Conference Services was pleased to host the University of Toronto Career Fair, organized by @uoftstudentlife, Career Exploration & Education.
Hundreds of students joined employers from a wide range of industries to explore career opportunities, meet exhibitors and make valuable connections.
The event brought the venue to life across multiple spaces, with exhibitor booths in the Ballroom and Giovanni Room, an alumni lounge in the Armoury Room, and a lunch buffet in the third-floor foyer.
A great example of how The Conference Centre can bring together hundreds of attendees while giving every part of an event its own space to connect, network and engage.
#UofT #CareerFair #UniversityOfToronto #TorontoEvents #EventVenue #ConferenceCentre
Take a closer look at some of our new menu items 👀
A few new menu items have joined the U of T Food Services lineup. Swipe through and see if you can guess them before checking them out for yourself.
Swipe, zoom and guess below! Click the link in our bio or visit uoft.me/where-to-eat for a full list of food locations across campus.
#uoft #uoftfoodservices #uoftfood
We’re full of surprises. 🎀
Hello Kitty stormed the @varsityblues field once again to celebrate the collaboration between U of T and lifestyle brand Sanrio with another exciting activation for fans — an exclusive T-shirt toss!
The collection is sold out, but stay tuned for more information. 👀
#UofT #HelloKitty
Yesterday afternoon, readers and fans of internationally bestselling author John Green filled Convocation Hall to celebrate the launch of his latest book, “Hollywood, Ending.”
Presented by Victoria College and Another Story Bookshop, the highly anticipated event featured a captivating conversation with the author, followed by an audience Q&A. Our Campus Events team was proud to help bring this memorable experience to life.
Swipe through to see some of our favourite moments from the event! 📚✨
#UofT #CampusEvents #BookLaunch #JohnGreen
Got Meal Plan questions? We have answers!
Not sure how your Meal Plan works or curious about what’s included? Thinking about an Optional Meal Plan? We’re here to help.
Visit the U of T Food Services team at our Dining Commons info table pop-ups to get answers to your questions and learn more about dining on campus.
#uoft #uoftfoodservices #uoftfood
🚀 What an incredible day celebrating entrepreneurship and innovation!
Presented by University of Toronto Entrepreneurship (UTE), the third annual AcceleratorFest took over the Schwartz Reisman Innovation Campus (SRIC) this week, bringing together hundreds of students and the people behind UTE`s 13 accelerators and incubators.
From supporting student and alumni startups to helping researchers turn ideas into ventures, these programs are helping build the next generation of companies.
The day also featured the Desjardins Speaker Series: From Vision to Venture, with U of T entrepreneurs Aleisha Cerny, co-founder and CEO of Serenity Power, and Michael Helander, co-founder and CEO of OTI Lumionics, sharing honest insights into the highs, lows and lessons of founder life.
A great day of big ideas, bold ventures and inspiring conversations at SRIC. 💡
#Acceleratorfest #UofT #Entrepreneurship #Innovation #StartupCommunity #TorontoTech #SchwartzReismanInnovationCampus
Cheeseburger lovers, this one’s for you.
National Cheeseburger Day is tomorrow, and we’re celebrating with a special at Smash’d in Sid’s Food Hall.
Get a $6 Cheeseburger or make it a $9.50 Cheeseburger Combo with fries and a can of Coca-Cola.
Available Friday, Sept. 18 from 11 a.m.–5 p.m.
Order on the U of T Mobile Order App or at the self-serve kiosk.
#uoft #uoftfoodservices #uoftfood #NationalCheeseburgerDay
