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Principle 8: Strengthen collegiality, accountability, and communication

LA&PS promotes collegial, democratic and inclusive processes in academic planning and governance with a commitment to the respect and well-being of others. Through an individual and group lens, LA&PS is delivering training and development supports to foster a culture of high-performance and growth.

Principle 7: Promote access, social justice, and community engagement

At LA&PS we are focused on promoting access and social justice, as well as supporting greater research and teaching engagement within the communities we serve. From securing funding that supports equity-seeking groups, to training and workshops that accelerate knowledge mobilization, we are driving positive change.

Principle 6: Connect students and faculty scholars to global opportunities

LA&PS is a hub for international activity, both as a destination for scholars from around the world and as a source of expertise, with a focus on a broader global perspective through our programming. LA&PS also provides students with international academic opportunities to enhance their intercultural skills within a framework of global citizenship and cultural […]

Principle 5: Recognize, value, and support diversity

LA&PS continues to make our Faculty a more inclusive and diverse environment, where staff, students and faculty members see their communities reflected across our teaching and curricular offerings, through our events and research, and across our student body.

Principle 4: Foster innovation in teaching and curriculum development

LA&PS is leading in pedagogical innovation, with many new achievements including the approval of ground-breaking new undergraduate programs developed to meet diverse academic interests at the Keele and Markham Campuses. We are also investing in innovative teaching and learning spaces to encourage hi-flex, dynamic education.

Principle 3: Promote excellence in research

Nurturing intellectual curiosity and innovation in research excellence drives our work at LA&PS. This year we continue to celebrate high profile funding and grants secured by our community, launching new research funds to support diverse scholars of all abilities and mobilizing knowledge to impact a better future.

Principle 2: Enhance connections and collaborations

LA&PS has invested in creating inclusive spaces for the York community to gather and collaborate on meaningful work.  LA&PS engages the community, from hosting donor events to partnerships with local employers, to build lasting connections that are integral to maximizing our students' academic potential.

Principle 1: Prioritize student learning, excellence and success

Students are at the heart of all the work we do. This year brought many new student supports and opportunities designed to enhance academic excellence. From bridging gaps in learning to increased academic supports, peer mentorship for incoming international students to paid co-op opportunities, we strive to find innovative ways to help students thrive at […]