As climate change reshapes the Arctic, York University researchers are shedding new light on how declining sea ice affects the health of the ringed seals and polar bears that depend on them. Understanding how climate change affects Arctic wildlife is becoming urgent as the North warms faster than the rest of the planet. “Climate warming […]
York University alumna Randa Qashoa’s journey from the Lassonde School of Engineering to a career advancing space technology highlights the growing impact of women in shaping the future of engineering. Today, Qashoa (BEng ’21, PhD ’25) is a systems engineer at Honeywell Aerospace, where she works on the assembly, integration and testing of quantum communication […]
When Ida Fazeli graduated with a bachelor of science in molecular biology, she weighed a decision many students face: whether to continue studies in science, pursue a business degree or enter the workforce and gain the industry experience she craved. York University’s Master of Biotechnology Management (MBM) program provided an answer. One of a kind in Canada, […]
The first doctoral graduate of an international partnership at York University, Milipaak Japiong, feels his milestone was a shared achievement. Japiong’s graduation marks a milestone for ASCEND as its first doctoral graduate. His achievement establishes a precedent for future scholars from Ghana and reflects York University’s role in supporting health care education through international collaboration […]
York University alumni are among this year’s winners of the Women Executive Network's (WXN) Canada’s Most Powerful Women: Top 100 Awards, celebrating leadership and impact across diverse fields. Zeina Ismail (MES '13), an alum of the Graduate Program in Environmental Studies, is an associate vice-president of everyday banking at TD Bank, where she leads acquisition […]
Two York University alumni are among Canada’s 2025 Clean50 leaders for their innovative and lasting contributions to environmental impact and climate action. Each year, the Clean50 Awards celebrate 50 individuals from across Canada whose work over the previous two years has created measurable progress toward a cleaner, more sustainable future. This year, two York University […]
Two recent graduates from York's Faculty of Liberal Arts & Professional Studies (LA&PS) have received top honours from the Canadian Studies Network–Réseau d’études canadiennes (CSN-RÉC) for innovative work that explores identity, place and experience in Canada. A bilingual scholarly association, CSN–RÉC connects and supports academics, students and institutions engaged in Canadian studies through research, teaching […]
Four individuals with affiliations to York University have been recognized by the Royal Society of Canada (RSC) for their outstanding contributions to equity, social justice and Indigenous engagement. The Royal Society of Canada recognized 17 distinguished Canadians this year for their contributions to the humanities, social sciences, life sciences and science.
Filmmaker alumni from York University’s School of the Arts, Media, Performance & Design (AMPD) were recognized with awards and honourable mentions at the 50th Toronto International Film Festival (TIFF). This year’s TIFF featured a strong presence from AMPD with nine alumni selected to showcase their creative works to audiences from the global film community. Several […]
Alumni from York University’s School of the Arts, Media, Performance & Design (AMPD) are once again making their mark, bringing new work in directing, editing, performance and cinematography to one of the world’s most influential film festivals. The Toronto International Film Festival marks its 50th anniversary this fall, celebrating half a century of cinema, cultural […]