Welcome to the September/October 2026 edition of the EUC Research Update, bringing you highlights from research and scholarly activities at York's Faculty of Environmental & Urban Change. We invite you to view our other recent updates on our Research News page. Research Spotlights Jaqueline Aparecida Bória Fernandez: Assessing the adaptive capacity of social-ecological systems Read […]
The 77th annual meeting of the Canadian Association of Geographers will be hosted by the Faculty of Environmental and Urban Change on May 31 - June 3, 2027. The conference will consist of four days of sessions, posters, field trips, social events and keynote lectures. Geographers and allied researchers from across the discipline and around the world are […]
Did you know there are several ways to fulfill your Experiential Education (EE) Capstone requirement for graduation? Join us for an overview of: The various EE Capstone pathways and requirements Important timelines, deadlines, and next steps Tips and strategies for finding, creating, and maximizing meaningful experiential learning opportunities Whether you're just starting to explore your […]
In May 2026, the International Working Group (IWG) on Petroleum Pollution and Just Transition in the Niger Delta held a week of activities that included a town hall meeting and engagement with environment and health stakeholders in light of the alarming impact of oil pollution on the environment and the health of the people of […]
EUC recently welcomed Dr. Adedibu Sunny Akingboye as a Connected Minds Postdoctoral Fellow, collaborating with Dr. Adeyemi Olusola on interdisciplinary research that integrates geotechnical engineering, artificial intelligence, and environmental systems. His work focuses on understanding how climate-related hazards, particularly flooding, influence both surface and subsurface conditions, shaping infrastructure stability and resilience. EUC Special Projects Assistant, […]
In July 2025, the York University community lost a beloved professor, brilliant conservation scientist, and one of the most respected voices for wild bee conservation in Dr. Sheila Colla. Dr. Sheila Colla giving a bee talk in Humber Bay Butterfly Habitat | photo: Matt Forsythe, City of Toronto Her academic body of work is extensive […]
Thinking about completing your Honours Experiential Education Capstone requirement in the fall term? Join this virtual information session to learn more about the ENVS 4001 Field Education course. We'll cover what to expect, how to find a placement, and how this experience can help you build skills, explore career pathways, and earn course credit. Date: […]
Shaping Pathways to a Greener Future The Faculty of Environmental and Urban Change (EUC) is excited to host Green Career Fair 2026. This event brings together sustainability‑driven organizations, emerging professionals, and York’s vibrant community of students and alumni committed to making a positive environmental impact. As industries move toward greener and more resilient practices, the need for knowledgeable […]
More-than-Human/ities: Interdisciplinary Collaborations, Multiagential Worlds This online seminar series explores leading edge research in the interdisciplinary Environmental Humanities (EH) by bringing together faculty members, early career researchers, and PhD students from York University and the University of Bristol for a series of online discussions about concerns of interest to both institutions and to the larger, global […]
Welcome to the January/February 2026 edition of the EUC Research Update - bringing you highlights from research and scholarly activities at York's Faculty of Environmental & Urban Change. We invite you to view our other recent updates on our Research News page. Research Spotlights Lisa Myers, Sativa Kawakami, Renatta Ramlongan and Gurneet Singh: 32nd Eco-Arts […]