Connecting online is a great way to foster international academic partnerships, yet there’s nothing like meeting in person to add richness and depth to a relationship. So says Amir Asif, York’s vice-president research and innovation, whose recent visits to universities in Germany and France exemplify how meeting in person promotes international collaboration. “Meeting in person allows […]
By Alexander Maavara The inaugural funding call of the Global Research Excellence (GRE) Fund has concluded with York providing over $230,000 to support international research collaboration. Launched in the spring of 2024, the GRE Fund is a key initiative in support of Engaging the World: York University’s Internationalization and Global Engagement Strategy, which prioritizes deepening […]
By Gloria Suhasini York University and the Philippine Consulate General in Toronto hosted the public forum and a reception to mark 75 years of diplomatic relationship between Canada and the Philippines From academics to laypersons, more than 100 Filipinos from all walks of life gathered at York University recently, to attend a public forum on […]
A transformative gift from an alumni family will allow York University to enhance its financial support for students seeking global learning opportunities. York University is launching a new scholarship program, which has been made possible thanks to a generous gift from an alumni family. The program will allow students to participate in diverse global learning […]
Collaborating with students from Ecuador on a class project was an eye-opening experience for Danielle Legerman, a fourth-year student in York University’s Children, Childhood and Youth Studies (CCY) program and president of the new United Future Teachers’ Association. “It was the first opportunity I had for globally networked learning (GNL) in university and it was exciting,” said Legerman. […]
Communication sent to International Students on March 19, 2020 We know the situation with COVID-19 is moving quite quickly so we hope you’re keeping well during this time. As Public Health advisories have gone out recommending social distancing, closing of restaurants and other safety measures, we want you to have some information about services, supports […]
To all International Students at York, Yesterday you received an email from President Lenton about York’s response to COVID-19. This included information about suspending face-to-face classes and moving courses to online formats. As an international student, we understand you may have some additional questions and concerns about what this means for you. I want to reiterate […]