York graduate students find innovative solutions to contemporary challenges

Driven by their passions, York graduate students materialize their innovative ideas into reality. Committed to the public good, these outstanding scholars address pressing issues of today that range from decolonizing education to solving global health crises. Keep an eye out for these change agents who will make a positive impact in academia as well as […]

Our community mourns the passing of John McCurdy, SPTH graduate student

The York community comes together to remember John McCurdy, PhD candidate in Social and Political Thought, who passed away December 17, 2021. McCurdy was born in 1973 and grew up in Burlington, later living in British Columbia and Alberta before returning to Ontario. He received a Bachelor of Arts in English and History and a […]

Stephen K. Levine Award in Social and Political Thought

Overview The Stephen K. Levine Award in Social and Political Thought benefits students (Masters or Doctoral) studying in the Graduate Program in Social and Political Thought, who demonstrate academic excellence and financial need. This award was established by a York graduate to express gratitude to a former professor and friend. From 1971 to 2004, Levine […]