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York alumna harnesses healing power of equine therapy

In the quiet paddocks of her 22.5-acre farm, Lyndsey McKeown offers a therapeutic experience that is deeply personal and grounded in nature.

York researcher recognized for advancing understanding of muscle health

York University Professor David Hood's pioneering research on muscle physiology and metabolism has earned him the Canadian Physiological Society's (CPS) highest honour, the Sarrazin Award.

Nominate an inspiring alum for York U’s 2025 Alumni Awards

The accomplishments of York University alumni that reflect the University’s mission to educate and empower future changemakers will be recognized this fall during the 2025 Alumni Awards.

York community celebrates MES scholar’s legacy of passion, dedication and change!

The York community is celebrating the life of Ravichandiranesan (Ravi) Ponnudurai, a dedicated student, passionate environmental advocate, and a friend to many. At 57 years old, Ponnuduai’s unexpected passing while visiting Sri Lanka leaves a deep void, but his story is one of resilience, transformation, and profound impact. Born in Thirunelvely Village, Jaffna, Sri Lanka, […]

Cannabis retail does not burden emergency rooms, York U study

York University researchers have debunked a myth that recreational cannabis retailers drive up emergency department (ED) visits in Ontario.

Lassonde professor champions diversity, inclusion in role as mentor

Alvine Boaye Belle, an assistant professor at York University’s Lassonde School of Engineering, is working to break down systemic barriers for under-represented students pursuing STEM studies through her recent appointment as a mentor for the Indigenous and Black Engineering and Technology (IBET) PhD project.

York U announces Postdoctoral Supervisor Award recipient

Ethel Tungohan, associate professor in the Departments of Politics and Social Science and Canada Research Chair in Canadian Migration Policy, has been awarded the 2024 Postdoctoral Supervisor of the Year Award by York University’s Faculty of Graduate Studies (FGS).

York U grad makes cancer research breakthrough during PhD studies

Research out of York University has made history as the first to document that muscle weakness precedes muscle wasting in cancer—a groundbreaking discovery that presents new possibilities for early detection and treatment of the disease.

York U alumna makes history as Ghana’s first female vice-president

When Jane Naana Opoku-Agyemang was sworn in as Ghana’s first female vice-president on Jan. 7, it marked the latest barrier shattered by the York University alumna.

York U grad’s research paves way for smarter crisis response

Tricia Corrin, a recent graduate from York University’s Master of Disaster & Emergency Management program, is making an impact on crisis response with contributions to two published articles on the evolution of evidence synthesis during the COVID-19 pandemic. Her research, which examines how teams across Canada adapted to urgent decision-making challenges, has potential to reshape […]