Academic publishing isn’t usually a family affair, but a York University professor and her alumna daughter have proven to be an exception with a book that explores women who exist outside rigid patriarchal norms. When Casey O’Reilly-Conlin earned her master’s degree from York University’s Faculty of Environmental & Urban Change in 2019, her major research […]
The Hellenic Heritage Foundation Greek Canadian Archives (HHFGCA) at York University has created an innovative map that advances a more comprehensive history of Greek Canadians in Toronto and their businesses. Since 2021, the HHFGCA project has been working to preserve the history and memories of Greek Canadians, with a particular focus on those who were […]
More than 20 York University community members have been recognized with a prestigious King Charles III Coronation Medal, a commemorative honour awarded to individuals in recognition of their outstanding contributions to public service and society. Recipients of the King Charles III medal are recognized for their meaningful impact across various sectors, including education, research, public […]
At York University, the Department of Social Science within the Faculty of Liberal Arts & Professional Studies (LA&PS) is home to a vibrant community of scholars who are making remarkable strides in their academic journeys. These students, hailing from diverse fields of study, are setting new standards of excellence and innovation. The work of these […]
Opportunities to use media and arts as a catalyst for change in York University’s Faculty of Environmental & Urban Change (EUC) will be significantly enhanced through the newly renovated Wild Garden Media Centre. Located in the Health, Nursing and Environmental Studies building at the Keele Campus, the centre supports faculty, graduate students and students in […]
On March 8, people around the world will celebrate the contributions of girls and women, giving focus to issues such as gender equality, gender-based violence and violations, and reproductive justice. York University has a long-standing reputation for its leadership in gender equality scholarship and research. The collective efforts of our students, faculty, course instructors, staff […]
In the quiet paddocks of her 22.5-acre farm, Lyndsey McKeown offers a therapeutic experience that is deeply personal and grounded in nature. Instead of sitting across from a therapist in a clinical setting, her clients interact with miniature donkeys, spend time with retired racehorses, or share reflective moments with Trillium, a retired Toronto Police Service […]
Dear colleagues, I am pleased to inform the York community that we have successfully concluded the search for the next Vice-Provost & Dean, Graduate Studies. The search committee, chaired by Provost and Vice-President Academic Lisa Philipps and comprised of graduate-affiliated faculty, staff and students from across the university, undertook a thorough internal search process which […]
Dr. Tokunbo Ojo joins the Faculty of Graduate Studies (FGS) as the new Associate Dean, Students. Ojo is an associate professor in the Department of Communication and Media Studies and an affiliated faculty member in the Department of Social Science within the Faculty of Liberal Arts & Professional Studies (LA&PS). He will transition into his […]
This year’s Faculty of Graduate Studies’ Teaching Award recipient is Professor Anne MacLennan from the Graduate Programs in Communication & Culture, History and Interdisciplinary Studies. The award, which is bestowed annually on a member of FGS, recognizes teaching and supervisory excellence, as well as scholarly, professional and teaching developments and initiatives in the graduate program […]