It is a grand time to be a part of York University community! The University has advanced to the top 5 in the 2023 Maclean’s University Rankings. The University ranks in the top five comprehensive universities in Canada, moving up one spot from last year. Universities in the comprehensive category have a significant amount of […]
Auto magnate Frank Stronach, a former governor of York University, has partnered with York University to transform the University’s campuses into a living lab for the next generation of electric vehicles. Along with Lassonde School of Engineering Professor Andrew Maxwell, who is the Bergeron Chair in Technology Entrepreneurship, they have brought the concept of SARIT […]
With excitement continuing to build for York University’s new Markham Campus, members of the community recently gathered to celebrate the unveiling of the “Right the Future” art exhibit. The art display has transformed the generic wooden hoarding at Markham Campus’ construction site into a public gallery depicting stories representing York’s commitment to driving positive change, […]
At a time when the risk of emerging or re-emerging infectious diseases (ERIDs) is increasing, an international team led by York University successfully competed for and received a $7.25M grant from the International Development Research Centre (IDRC) to help tackle the issue. This grant will enable the research team to create positive change by working […]
A York University-funded project, led by a Glendon professor, to develop an Indigenized curriculum and create experiential education opportunities has joined the UNESCO organization to promote and protect endangered Indigenous languages. Funded by York’s Academic Innovation Fund (AIF), Biskaabiiyaang: The Indigenous Metaverse has joined the global community for UNESCO’s International Decade of Indigenous Languages (IDIL) […]
Spring’s Convocation 2022 was the longest convocation period in York University history with 26 ceremonies! A unique period as we welcomed grads from 2020, 2021, and 2022 to cross the stage and celebrate their incredible achievements. Among the graduates was Hortense Anglin, 85, older sister of Osra Lindo, who made headlines in 2018 for graduating […]
In a clever combination of digital and in-person experience, York University launched the world’s tiniest lecture hall to spur action on the giant problem of microplastics, and anyone on the planet can step inside. The micro-lecture hall is part of a new art installation unveiled at Vari Hall and Glendon’s Centre of Excellence. An exact replica […]
Mark Anthony Kaye, former York University Lions soccer player was called up to the highest stage in the soccer world, representing Canada as part of the men's soccer team in the 2022 FIFA World Cup in Qatar. Kaye played for the York Lions during the 2012 and 2013 seasons, receiving accolades from the moment he […]
The Royal Society of Canada (RSC) has elected six York University faculty members as part of the Class of 2022. Recognition by the RSC is the highest honour an individual can achieve in the arts, social sciences and sciences. Celia Haig-Brown, Steven Hoffman, Linda Peake and Jianhong Wu were elected to the rank of Fellow, and Sandra Rehan and Sapna Sharma to the College […]
York University’s Faculty of Health student Nicolina Bozzo, became a household name after making it to American Idol's Top 5 during the series’ 20th season. Nicolina inspired us with her outstanding vocals and passionate performances – she had us and the American Idol judges giving her consistent standing ovations. Her vocal coach, Darnell Thomas, […]