The History of UTSC Project
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The Spaces & Places guided walking tour explores the history of locations on and around the UTSC campus by sharing the personal recollections of members of our campus community — reflecting a variety of perspectives, positions, and points in time.
The Arts and Administration (AA) Building, which serves as the primary point of entrance to UTSC, opened in 2005 as part of the “SuperBuild” phase of construction on campus. In contrast to the older brutalist buildings on campus, AA is a striking blend of modern architecture and functional design: the exterior of the building features a sleek glass facade that creates a sense of natural openness, which is further enhanced by the interior’s wood-paneled walls and smooth concrete floors. Inside, the building houses administrative offices, classrooms, and various art spaces, including music studios and visual exhibition areas. The building’s layout also includes strategically-placed communal spaces, such as lounges and study areas, where creativity and administrative tasks converge. Overall, this facility is a central hub for both the academic and creative pursuits of the campus community, symbolizing the integration of arts and academia at UTSC.
Lynn Tucker, an Associate Professor of Music and Culture in the Department of Arts, Culture, and Media at UTSC, describes the importance of the music program to UTSC students and community members, and reveals the chant developed by students to help guide visitors to the music room.
Credits: Conceived and produced by Amena Ahmed and Asmaa Helali. All images courtesy of The Music Making Explorer, University of Toronto Scarborough News, and UTSC Music & Culture.
