🏆 BACK-TO-BACK CHAMPIONS 🏆
@tmutaga has officially brought home its 10th Helmut Kipphan Cup – marking another major achievement for students in TMU’s Graphic Communications Management program.
The Helmut Kipphan Cup recognizes excellence in technical journal production at the NextGen Conference, celebrating innovation, collaboration and industry-level execution from student teams across North America.
For the students behind TMUTAGA, this win represents months of dedication, creativity and teamwork and adds another chapter to @gcmtmu ’s incredible legacy. Swipe through to hear directly from the student leaders behind the project and see the live reactions after the big win 🎉
Congratulations to the entire TMUTAGA team on this incredible accomplishment! 👏
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Presenting the TMUTAGA Journal 2026! 📚
Behind the production of an amazing journal is an amazing team of hardworking individuals! ♥️
Thank you to our creative team for their stunning designs that bring these pages to life, and to our production team for their tireless work behind the scenes in making the printed journal happen 🎉
Special shout-out to our Faculty Advisors, Krzysztof Krystoziak (aka Kris) and Scott Millward, for their guidance and support throughout the entire journal production process! 💫
And of course, thank you to our sponsors for helping make this all possible!
Meet our Marketing & Events Team! 📢
Heyoo, I’m Jeevana, and I’m this year’s Marketing & Events Director for TMUTAGA! I’m a fourth-year GCMer working towards a minor in Marketing and a concentration in Packaging. I love working with social media, strategy, and letting my creativity flow. I can usually be found collecting trinkets, scrapbooking, and practicing mobility work:) 🪷
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For anyone reading this, Hi, I’m Alexa! I am a 3rd year GCM student concentrating in packaging and minoring in communication design. This is my second year working with the TAGA team, and I’m super excited to have the opportunity to work with this amazing group again and get the chance to share all the great things TAGA does :)
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Hi, I’m Gurnoor! I’m a GCM student with a passion for design, marketing, and creativity. Whether I’m working on branding, digital content, or creative campaigns, I love turning ideas into visuals and experiences that are impactful.
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Heyyy GCM, 👋
I’m Anujiga, a second-year Graphic Communications Management student, pursuing a minor in Communication Design, and your Marketing & Events Associate for TMUTAGA. I turn ideas into scroll stopping visuals, fun promos, and designing memorable event moments. So excited to learn, create, and be part of all the amazing things TAGA has planned this year of 2026✨Stay tuned GCM!!! 💫
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Hey! I’m Pooja, someone who loves all things design, content creation, and creative planning. As part of TAGA’s Marketing team, I love turning ideas into visuals, whether that’s designing graphics or planning content behind the scenes. I’m especially excited to use my creativity to help TAGA events stand out and bring the GCM community together!
Meet our Multimedia Team! 💡
Hi! I’m Alicia, this year’s Multimedia Director for TMUTAGA! I’m a fourth year student, and this is my second year on the team. Despite working on the digital elements of the journal, I’m a huge physical print nerd and try to indulge in physical media as often as possible! I enjoy flipping through a good magazine, seeking out CDs, and journaling whenever I get the chance.
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I’m Haqeeqat Singh Mangat, a 3rd year GCM student with a passion for packaging, UX/UI design, and a bit of coding. When I’m not buried in projects, I spend my time rock climbing or watching anime (Black Clover is my favorite) or playing games. I am also a full-blown coffee addict, more caffeine = better.
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Hiiii I’m Saba, I’m in my third year of GCM double minoring in French and Communication design, and this is my second year with TMUTAGA as a multimedia associate! In my free time, I love to watch movies while doing all kinds of arts and crafts. Being able to work alongside such a talented team is always amazing and I can’t wait for it all to come together!!
Meet our Editorial Team! 📖
Hi! I’m Nicole, and I’m this year’s Editorial Director for TMUTAGA! I’m a fourth-year GCM student pursuing a concentration in Graphic Output and a minor in Communication Design. I really enjoy getting to read and highlight the amazing research done by GCM students, and I’m excited for everyone to explore the work featured in this year’s journal!
Outside of school, I love drawing and painting, nature photography, and reading thrillers! :)
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Hilary Nguyen is a 2nd-year GCM student who aspires to work in design and project development in the arts and culture sector. She currently volunteers for the AGO and is part of the Editorial department at TMUTAGA. She loves reading, music, tea, and cute cats!
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Hi! I’m Uniba, I’m an editorial associate for TAGA this year. I’m a fourth year GCM student working towards a concentration in packaging and a minor in communication design. I’m so excited to be joining the team. I’ve loved reading through the submissions for this year’s journal and hopefully you all will love them just as much!
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Ivana is a third-year Graphic Communications Management student at Toronto Metropolitan University and is a member of this year’s TMUTAGA’s editorial team. She enjoys packaging design and creative writing, and is pursuing a Concentration in Packaging and a Minor in English. A recipient of the Canadian Print Scholarship and PAC Global Award of Resilience, she has also been featured on Diana Varma’s Talk, Paper, Scissors podcast.
Meet our Production Team! 📐
Hey! I’m Alyssa aka your production director🙂↕️ I’m a fourth year GCM student pursuing a concentration in publishing. This is my second year on TMUTAGA and I can’t wait for you all to see what our amazing team has put together!
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I am a second year student at TMU and second year working with TMU TAGA. I have passion for working on anything physical, including making books and building race cars.
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Hello!!! I’m Rina, one of the production associates and currently a third year GCM student pursuing a Packaging concentration, minoring in Communication Design as well as Events and Live Entertainments. This is my second year on TMUTAGA!!
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Hello!👋My name is Ella and I’m currently in my third year of GCM, with an interest in packaging. I’m excited to be a part of the TMUTAGA Production team!
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Hi everyone! My name is Tara and I’m a third year GCM student and production associate for TAGA this year! I’m excited to join the team and hope you all read the journal this year!
Meet our Creative Team! 🎨
I am a constant thinker and analyzer of the world around us, and I like to use that in my designs, art, and various other creations, including this year as the Creative Director. My favourite smell is blooming lilacs, and my second is petrichor. That sums up who I am pretty well.
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Hello! I’m Mariah, I’m a third-year GCM student with a minor in Communication & Design!✍️ I am super passionate about the graphic design and publishing industry! This is my second year with TAGA as a creative associate and I can’t wait to show you everything we’ve worked on this year!🫶
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Hey everyone! My name is Amelie and I am a Creative Associate for TMUTAGA this year. I am a third-year GCM student minoring in Sociology and Communication Design, and concentrating in Packaging. I love spending time with my dogs, laughing with friends, and watching movies. I am excited to see this year’s creative efforts to come to life!
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Hey! I’m Linda, a second year GCM student. I enjoy anything graphic design, always looking to try new concepts; as long as there’s music playing. Whether it’s a cozy night in or a night out, i will find a way to enjoy my time with the people around me.
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I love bringing ideas to life through visuals! I enjoy designing layouts, graphics and collaborating with others!
