In a new article published in the Canadian Journal of Science, Mathematics and Technology Education, Faculty of Education Professor Dr. Molade Osibodu explores how mathematics classrooms continue to marginalize Black students in Ontario. Titled “What’s Black Got to Do with It?”, the study investigates the experiences of eight Black secondary students in the Greater Toronto […]
York University’s Top 30 Alumni Under 30 awards program is a prestigious annual recognition of outstanding young alumni who are making significant contributions in their fields and communities. This year, the Faculty of Education proudly highlights alumna Blessing Owusu, a three‑time York University graduate, as one of the honorees. Blessing is an educator, children’s book […]
Marnie and Rena Schwartz are leaping beyond the dance floor Article by Deirdre Kelly (York University Magazine) Photography by Horst Herget Marnie and Rena Schwartz are a force to be reckoned with. The identical twins, who both earned double degrees (BA ’01, BEd ’01) from York University, have spent more than two decades transforming the […]
The Faculty of Education Student Association (FESA) is the heartbeat of the undergraduate education student community. Made up of passionate student leaders, FESA not only represents education students but also plays a key role in enriching their university experience. From hosting engaging conferences and workshops to selling exclusive merchandise, the FESA council is dedicated to […]
By Elaine Smith, special contributing writer, Yfile Faculty of Education’s mission, nascent consultancy reflects these beliefs “When social justice issues are not addressed, there is a detrimental impact on society,” says Mark Beckles, a 2024 York University honorary degree recipient and the recently retired vice-president of social impact and innovation for the Royal Bank of […]
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.
York University’s Faculty of Education has created a consulting initiative called ED Global, which will work collaboratively with school boards, educational organizations, governments and diverse communities to help them maximize positive change. ED Global began, as many ideas at York University do, with a desire to have a positive influence in the world. In 2022, […]
On Thursday October 17 the Faculty of Education Alumni Network hosted its second event titled “Education Unleashed: Career Paths Beyond Teaching” centered around the question, “What professional pathways can a degree in Education lead to, in addition to the classroom?”. The event featured a panel of guest speakers (Dana Daniels, Founder & CEO, Blue Sky […]
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.
Rachelle Campigotto, a course director in York University’s Faculty of Education, is helping facilitate community placement experiences for aspiring educators that combine theoretical knowledge with hands-on experience and realities that will better prepare students for their future careers. Abdel Esack can’t help but smile when he talks about the practical experience portion of York University’s educational […]