Four York students were recently recognized by the Registered Nurses Foundation of Ontario for their academic excellence and leadership potential. Michelle Hermans (PhD student) earned the Lynn Kirkwood Research Award; Tiina Ranta (PhD student) received the Research in Mental Health Nursing Award; Alessia Lamanna (MScN student) was awarded the Nursing Research Interest Group Award; and […]
York University PhD candidate and Vanier Canada Graduate Scholar Coral Hillel has been selected to attend the 75th Lindau Nobel Laureate Meeting in Germany, joining more than 600 young scientists from around the world for a week of scientific exchange, mentorship and international networking. Hillel’s research explores how molecular photoswitches transform their shape and properties, […]
York University graduate students at the Schulich School of Business and Lassonde School of Engineering have been named among Ontario’s top AI talent, earning prestigious Vector Scholarships in Artificial Intelligence. Awarded by the Vector Institute, an Ontario-based AI research organization, the merit-based scholarships are support Ontario graduate students advanced studies in fields including business analytics, […]
From plant defence in soybeans to epidemic modelling, York University graduate researchers are tackling urgent scientific and social questions. The Faculty of Graduate Studies recognizes outstanding research annually through its thesis and dissertation prizes. The annual prizes – valued at $2,000 for doctoral dissertations and $1,000 for master’s theses – honour work defended in the […]
This summer, the Faculty of Graduate Studies (FGS) will introduce a new way to recognize and celebrate professional development across the York graduate community. Beginning in May 2026, digital badges will be launched to acknowledge participation and achievement among graduate students, postdoctoral fellows, administrative staff, and graduate-appointed faculty. The initiative marks an important step in […]
A new certificate is available for York University graduate students and postdoctoral researchers to enhance knowledge and practical skills in decolonizing, equity, diversity, inclusion and accessibility (DEDIA). The certificate is designed to help grad students apply DEDIA principles to academic work, research, teaching and professional settings. Co-created by the Centre for Human Rights, Equity and […]
The Robert J. Tiffin Student Leadership Award recognizes students who go above and beyond in contributing to the growth, development and vitality of York University. Established in 2012, the award is named after Robert J. Tiffin, who served as York’s vice-president of students for nine years. Through his strong leadership, dedication and integrity, Tiffin transformed […]
Despite widespread commitments to equity and intersectionality, many Canadian non-profits face barriers to translating these frameworks into everyday practice, according to new research from York University. The study led by Ashlee Christoffersen, a postdoctoral researcher hosted by the Department of Politics in the Faculty of Liberal Arts & Professional Studies, aims to fill gaps in […]
York University researchers have captured half a century of Canadian life in a landmark study that began in Ontario classrooms and now spans generations. Culminating in a new book titled The Story of a Generation, the research marks the longest-running Canadian generational study of its kind, following nearly 50 years in the lives of a cohort of […]
York University’s Faculty of Graduate Studies (FGS) is deepening its commitment to inclusive and effective graduate supervision with the launch of a new suite of resources developed by the Graduate Supervision Support Hub (GSSHub). Developed in response to growing calls for relational and responsive practices, the suite offers practical guides on topics ranging from neurodiversity-affirming […]