York Graduate Scholars conduct ground-breaking research with a global lens

Catch a glimpse of the cutting-edge research taking place at York University done by talented graduate students who generate innovative knowledge. Their visionary projects address pressing issues in our society as well as problems that are often overlooked. Kathleen Cherrington is a PhD scholar in the Gender, Feminist and Women's Studies program, is investigating how […]

The Sandra Pyke Conference Fellowship

Overview The Sandra Pyke Conference Fellowship contributes to the costs of students enrolled in the Graduate Program in the School of Gender, Feminist and Women’s Studies who are presenting papers at conferences or serving as the organizer and/or Chair of a conference session. It is for expenses (including accommodation and registration fees) associated with conference […]

The Margaret R. Awards

Overview The Margaret R. Awards will be awarded to full-time and part-time students enrolled in the School of Gender, Feminist and Women’s Studies Master’s Program who have achieved a strong academic standing. Applicants must be Canadian citizens, permanent residents or protected persons, Ontario residents*, and demonstrate financial need. For more information, please visit: http://gfws.gradstudies.yorku.ca/financial-support/ Contact Graduate Program […]

Jean Fewster Award

Overview The Jean Fewster Award will provide an annual bursary to a deserving York University graduate student who is completing research in the area of communications and/or international studies at the School of Gender, Feminist & Women’s Studies. Applicants must be Canadian citizens, permanent residents or protected persons, be Ontario residents*, and demonstrate financial need. Dr. […]

Sherrill Cheda Graduate Scholarship

Overview The Sherrill Cheda Graduate Scholarship will be awarded to an incoming graduate student in the Women's Studies program who demonstrates academic excellence, demonstrates financial need and whose research addresses current issues facing women. Value and Duration Up to 2 awards of up to $8,000 The value and number of award(s) in any given year […]