‘The way must be tried’ is a motto deeply embedded in the Liberal Arts and Professional Studies faculty here at York University. Collectively, the Editorial team made it a priority to best portray how each individual author featured in this journal interprets and embodies this vital motto through various creative streams.
Each submission is proof of a path taken by the author to tell their story and the roads they travel. We may not be able to connect with everyone we encounter, but this journal reflects how many paths may lead to the exact same spot. No two students' experience may be remotely similar, but the fate of being on the same university campus, with a common pursuit — education — intertwines us. The Quadrant serves as a connection point enabling its readers a little insight into the varying ways each author believes they have ‘tried’ the way – broken barriers, defied odds, and weathered storms.
We hope this journal serves as a guiding light for the vibrant and diverse community at York, offering a unique perspective through the lens of our students.
Add your voice to our community publication!
This year's theme for The Quadrant is "Rewriting the Script", which invites bold, personal and creative pieces that challenge existing narratives and reclaim authorship and we are accepting submissions in a wide range of genres, including essays, personal reflections, poetry, short fiction and visual art.
If you have a creative piece that you would like to submit, do so today by clicking on the "Submit Now" button! The deadline to submit is January 31, 2026, at 4:30 p.m.