Earle Nestmann (MSc ’71, PhD ’74) knows first-hand the importance of discovery. Inspired by his experience exploring the challenges and joys of research, which helped to change, shape and direct the course of his life, the York University alumnus recently provided a legacy gift in support of the Sci-X: Science Explorations Summer Camps. “It’s a […]
York University’s Faculty of Environmental Studies (FES) is providing opportunities for current students and alumni to work together through enriched mentorship and real-life work experiences. Master of Environmental Studies (MES) candidate Craig Stephens recently completed an internship withPlug’n Drive, a non-profit organization lead by York alumna Cara Clairman (MES LLB ’93) that is accelerating the adoption of electric […]
New research out of York University’s Schulich School of Business shows that those who collect celebrity memorabilia are susceptible to judgment by others in some unexpected and startling ways. Many people acquire celebrity memorabilia in hopes that some of the star power will rub off. However, the study “How inferred contagion biases dispositional judgments of […]
York University will recognize the tremendous contributions of a dozen community and business leaders including Canada’s Governor General, a judge, journalists and scholars at this year’s spring convocation ceremonies. An inspiring Canadian athlete will also be recognized with an honorary degree. “This year’s honorary degree recipients truly are a remarkable group of Canadians, who embody […]
A $2-million gift from BMO Financial Group to York University will be used to create academic leadership opportunities at the The Glendon School of Public and International Affairs (GSPIA), the first bilingual graduate school of its kind in Canada. “We are very grateful to BMO Financial Group for this generous gift, which will help us […]
It was a day to celebrate York University’s promising future. On Friday, June 9, York President and Vice-Chancellor Mamdouh Shoukri joined representatives from the Government of Ontario, the Regional Municipality of York, the City of Markham and Seneca College for the official announcement of a $127 million commitment by the Ontario government that will enable […]
Avie Bennett, the 10th chancellor of York University, will be remembered for many things: his philanthropy, his extraordinary dedication to higher education, and his enduring friendship and support, to highlight just a few. The former chancellor, who served in that role at York University from 1998 to 2004, died on June 2. He was 89 […]
On April 27, some of York University's soon-to-be alumni, comprised of the brightest and most engaged students, gathered at the Rosehill Venue and Lounge in Toronto for the annual GRADitude celebration. Over 200 people, including existing alumni, donors and sponsors, filled the intimate venue to celebrate the achievements and dedication of the soon to be […]
The weekend of May 27 to 28, York University will be a host site for Doors Open Toronto. Along with a sneak peek of the new York University TTC station, Torontonians will be able to visit the Ontario archives building as well as Aviva Centre, official host of the Rogers Cup tennis tournament. For more […]
It was a night to remember in New York City, where more than 80 people gathered to watch one of Broadway’s newest sensations. Alumni, friends and staff gathered to celebrate York Alumni David Hein (BFA ’97) and Irene Sankoff (BA ’99) and their production of the Tony Award-nominated Come From Away on the Broadway stage, […]