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York alumnus advancing the next generation through workforce development 

York alumnus advancing the next generation through workforce development 

When York alumnus Joannes Yimbesalu (MA ’18) decided to transition from his role as a cancer biologist to pursue his…

York alumna champions vulnerable communities facing climate impacts

York alumna champions vulnerable communities facing climate impacts

Sindy Singh (she/her) (BES ’09, MES ’13) has dedicated over a decade to environmental management and climate change. Originally from…

York alumnus reflects on Black identity in best-selling book

York alumnus reflects on Black identity in best-selling book

York alumnus Matthew R. Morris (BEd ’11) is an educator, anti-racism advocate, writer and public speaker based in Toronto. In…

Alumni Spotlight: Sadie Hamilton (BA ’19)

Alumni Spotlight: Sadie Hamilton (BA ’19)

Sadie Hamilton (BA ’19) is a social justice advocate with a passion for disability justice, traditional food sovereignty and criminal…

Alumni Spotlight: Marissa Magneson (BFA ’18)

Alumni Spotlight: Marissa Magneson (BFA ’18)

Marissa Magneson (BFA ’18) is a Cree-Métis artist, photographer and arts educator. Her advocacy for Indigenous and Métis rights to…

Alumni Spotlight: Paul Saguil (BA ’04, LLB ’07)

Alumni Spotlight: Paul Saguil (BA ’04, LLB ’07)

Paul Saguil’s (BA ’04, LLB ’07) journey since graduating from York University has been an impactful one. As a graduate of…

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