AgendaThursday, October 1, 20262:30 p.m.Senate Chamber, N940 Ross Building This meeting will be held in person. 1. Welcome and Chair’s Remarks Chair Arash Habibi Lashkari 2. Orientation Associate Dean Academic Cheryl van Daalen-Smith 3. Minutes (Previous Meeting, June 4, 2026) (.docx) 4. Business Arising from the Minutes Report on Academic Planning & Policy Committee summer […]
Astellas Pharma recently celebrated National Intern Day by recognizing interns who have brought fresh perspectives, curiosity, and enthusiasm to the organization. York University Biotechnology students Loveleen Datta and Marisol John were featured as part of the celebration. Reflecting on their internship experiences, Loveleen shared how stepping outside her comfort zone and embracing new opportunities contributed […]
Graduate School at York is an exciting environment to pursue innovative, socially engaging, career-ready education. With our cross-disciplinary programming, experiential learning opportunities, and partnerships, we provide a modern and innovative education for a changing world. We are dedicated to enhancing the academic and professional experiences of our graduate students and postdoctoral fellows. Graduate Studies is […]
Graduate studies at York consists of three academic terms: Fall term, Winter term, and Summer term. 2025-2026 Academic Year
AgendaThursday, June 4, 20262:30 p.m. This meeting will be held remotely via Zoom. The link and password to join the meeting may be found via the meeting’s email notice. 1. Welcome and Chair’s Remarks Chair Mike Zryd Consultation on Senate Advisory Statement to the Presidential Search Committee (.pdf) 2. Minutes (Previous Meeting May 7, 2026) […]
AgendaThursday, May 7, 20262:30 p.m. This meeting will be held remotely via Zoom. The link and password to join the meeting may be found via the meeting’s email notice. 1. Welcome and Chair’s Remarks Chair Mike Zryd 2. Faculty of Graduate Studies’ Faculty Teaching Award Presentation2025-2026:Professor Mary Goitom, Graduate Programs in Development Studies, and Social Work […]
Faculty Members’ Biographical Statements Awards Committee Gordon Fitch, Graduate Program in BiologyDr. Gordon Fitch is, since 2023, Assistant Professor of Pollination Ecology in the Biology Department and an executive member of York’s Centre for Bee Ecology, Evolution and Conservation. His research addresses the role of environmental stressors, particularly urbanization, disease, and agricultural intensification, in structuring […]
At the latest Industry and Career Exploration Panel and Networking Session, students heard directly from industry professionals working in vaccine production and biotech, not just about the roles themselves, but how to actually get there after completing their Microcredential or graduate training. The panel led practical conversations around hiring trends, in demand skills, and what employers […]
AgendaThursday, April 2, 20262:30 p.m.Senate Chamber (N940 Ross Building) N.B.: This meeting will be held in person. 1. Welcome and Chair’s Remarks Chair Mike Zryd 2. Supporting Indigenous Graduate Students PresentationGaswéñdah – A Framework for Graduate Supervision with Indigenous Graduate Students (.pdf)Dr. Ruth Green 3. Minutes (Minutes of Previous Meeting March 5, 2026) (.docx) 4. […]