York University Professor receives community research award

Professor Marsha Rampersaud has received an award from Community-Based Research Canada recognizing her work with marginalized youth.

York U in the news: track star faces deportation, hybrid work and more

Toronto track star with Olympic dreams faces deportationYork University student-athlete Tamarri Lindo was profiled in CBC News May 21. He had dreams of running for Canada in the Olympics, then he learned his family would be deportedYork University student-athlete Tamarri Lindo was profiled in CTV News May 16. Building a culture of public service on […]

Allan I. Carswell Observatory opens its doors 

On May 25, the Allan I. Carswell Astronomical Observatory is welcoming members of the York University community and the public as part of Doors Open Toronto, a weekend-long initiative where significant locations and landmarks are made accessible to members of the Greater Toronto Area. For Doors Open, members of the community and the public are […]

York students recognized for impactful leadership

Eleven York University students were recently honoured with the Robert J. Tiffin Student Leadership Award, recognizing leaders who are contributing to the growth and vitality of the University.

York alumnus helps Ghana farmers flourish

York alumnus Moustapha Seck has created a company that looks to help small-scale farmers in Ghana improve their businesses and become more profitable.

CHREI to launch its summer REDDI sessions

This summer, take part in the Rights, Equity, Decolonization, Diversity & Inclusion (REDDI) Series of interactive community events presented by York University's Centre for Human Rights, Equity & Inclusion (CHREI).

York community invited to Pride 2024 Opening Ceremony on June 4

York University students, staff, faculty, instructors and alumni are invited to attend the Pride 2024 Opening Ceremony.

York U in the news: solar storms, wildfire evacuations and more

The solar storm knocked out GPS equipment on farms – and it could happen againYork University Professor Afshin Rezaei-Zare was quoted on cbc.ca May 18. Wildfire evacuations: What to know in case you have to leave your homeYork University Professor Jack Rozdilsky was quoted in Global News May 18, Local York U students 'rethinking economics' […]

Jeffrey Schall

Jeffrey Schall, a York University biology professor and Canada Research Chair, has co-authored a new book titled Brain Science for Lawyers, Judges, and Policymakers

AMPD brings diversity of learning experiences to students

Welcome to the May 2024 edition of Innovatus, a special issue of YFile devoted to teaching and learning at York University. This issue showcases the School of the Arts, Media, Performance & Design (AMPD).