In the heart of Toronto’s Jane and Finch neighbourhood, often misunderstood and overshadowed by negative stereotypes, York University’s TD Community Engagement Centre (CEC) is empowering students and fostering meaningful connections.
On November 7th and 8th, scholars, clinicians, educators, and graduate students gathered for Psychosocial Transformations: The school, the clinic, and the archive: an event that showcased questions and debates in psychoanalysis and the field of psychosocial studies, while honouring the contributions of Distinguished Research Professor Deborah Britzman to these conversations.
A look at some of the top stories in the Faculty of Education for 2024.
Investments made by York University’s Faculty of Education in talent, research, infrastructure and leadership have been recognized recently by its place in the Top 100 education faculties worldwide as designated by the QS World University Rankings by Subject 2024.
At York University’s Fall Convocation ceremony on the morning of Oct. 16, an honorary degree was presented to financial services executive Mark Beckles, vice-president of social impact and innovation at the Royal Bank of Canada.
During 2024 Fall Convocation – running from Oct. 16 to 25 – York University will award honorary doctor of laws degrees to four individuals recognized as changemakers and leaders in their fields.
Organized by three York University professors, a two-day conference titled “Psychosocial Transformations: The School, The Clinic, and The Archive” will consider the connection between psychological and social change in challenging times, while honouring the impact that Distinguished Research Professor Deborah Britzman has had on the field.
Faculty of Education professors Gillian Parekh and Carl James were recognized at York's annual Research Awards Celebration.
York alumnus Matthew R. Morris (BEd ’11) is an educator, anti-racism advocate, writer and public speaker based in Toronto. In his recent national best-selling book, Black Boys Like Me: Confrontations with Race, Identity, and Belonging, Morris tackles the issues of identity that young Black students experience as they navigate their way through the education system.
With “Abena’s Adventures,” Blessing Owusu (BEd ’19, MEd ’24) embarked on a journey that blended her passion for education with a mission to fill a crucial gap in children's literature.