Join Writer-in-Residence Carleigh Baker for a conversation with video essayist Jacob Geller, author of How a Game Lives, a collection of essays that weaves video games, history and literature into thoughtful cultural discourse. Wednesday, Nov. 26 at 1 p.m. Founders Assembly Hall, FC 152 As the Los Angeles Review of Books put it, “Jacob Geller…is to the video […]
On Monday, Nov. 3, individuals and teams were recognized for their contributions to the York Community at the President’s Staff Recognition Awards. The annual awards celebrate meaningful contributions across the institution in several key areas, including community building, leadership and service excellence. The following staff members from the Faculty of Liberal Arts & Professional Studies were […]
Curious about what employers expect from their new hires? Wondering how to grow as a leader or find great mentors? Join the School of Administrative Studies for an inspiring conversation with Laura Nashman, CEO of BC Pensions. Laura will share her insights on leadership, career growth and the realities of today’s workplace – including the skills employers […]
Willam Jenkins, professor in the Department of History, has edited a new book exploring the wave of Irish immigration to Canada during the Great Famine. The book, Canada and the Great Irish Famine, highlights the experiences of tens of thousands of resilient Irish refugees who resettled in Canada and their contributions to the country’s development. […]
At a recent Human Resources Professionals Association (HRPA) event, faculty from the School of Human Resource Management (SHRM) shared insights on the growing movement toward pet-friendly workplace policies – a trend reshaping employee expectations in the post-pandemic era. Souha R. Ezzedeen, associate professor of Human Resource Management with a PhD in the field, and Tina Sharifi, PhD candidate, led the session Paws at Work: How Dog-Friendly […]
Dennis Pilon was quoted in a CBC article about Calgary’s newly elected mayor, Jeromy Farkas. The article notes only one in 10 eligible voters supported Farkas, showing how Canada’s first-past-the-post system elects leaders based on the plurality of votes rather than majority. Pilon argues that this system makes the concept of political mandates questionable as […]
Ian Stedman, associate professor of Canadian public law and governance at York’s School of Public Policy & Administration, was quoted in a recent CTV News article addressing calls for Labour Minister David Piccini’s resignation after a potential conflict of interest regarding the minister’s spouse. Stedman explained that situations like this are typically managed through an […]
Vanisha Sukdeo, professor in the Department of Social Science, has completed two new books highlighting research into the intersection of law and workers’ rights. Weather and Work: How Climate Change Relates to Workers’ Rights examines how climate change is affecting Canadian workers, especially those who work outdoors and face extreme conditions. The book highlights the […]
Each year, the Faculty of Liberal Arts & Professional Studies (LA&PS) proudly recognizes the outstanding creativity, scholarship and social impact of our faculty members through the LA&PS Research Awards. These awards shine a spotlight on research that not only advances academic knowledge but also strengthens communities, informs public policy and creates transformative learning opportunities for […]
Students from the Faculty of Liberal Arts & Professional Studies (LA&PS) gained valuable international experience through field placements in Japan and Mexico, where they taught English in an international context. As part of the Teaching English to Speakers of Other Languages (TESOL) Certificate Program, these placements give students the opportunity to complete their degree program with […]