Gregory Scott Belton, businessman and philanthropist Honorary Doctor of Laws Glendon Friday, June 7, 2019, 2:30 p.m. Gregory Belton is Executive Chairman of HUB International Ontario, a global insurance brokerage and Canada’s largest property insurance brokerage firm. An insurance industry leader who has combined business success with social conscience, Belton graduated with a Bachelor of […]
TD Bank Group and York University will announce future of University’s TD Engagement Centre in the Jane-Finch Community TORONTO, June 6, 2019 – Community leaders from Black Creek, York University and TD Bank will gather for an announcement at the TD Community Engagement Centre on Monday June 10, 2019. York University President Rhonda L Lenton […]
York University professor to discuss pressures on girls to show happiness TORONTO, June 5, 2019 – While some admire tween girls wearing T-shirts emblazoned with slogans like “Hey you! Smile” and “When in Doubt, Laugh,” others suggest the T-shirts exemplify the pressure on young girls to limit their real feelings. Natalie Coulter, assistant professor in York […]
Study co-led by York University researcher makes important discovery about plasticity of children’s brains TORONTO, JUNE 5, 2019 – For children with severe epilepsy, surgery is the last resort used to prevent seizures but the treatment can often come with the risk of both visual and cognitive impairments. Now, a new study funded by the National […]
Experts to discuss missing, murdered Indigenous women inquiry and Aboriginal rights TORONTO, June 3, 2019 – National Indigenous History Month in June is a time to recognize not only the historic contributions of Indigenous peoples, but also the strength of present-day Indigenous communities. The following York University Indigenous experts in Indigenous law and justice are […]
Businessman Gregory Belton will be honored for philanthropy TORONTO, June 3, 2019 – Glendon Campus graduates will receive their York University degrees on Friday at the university’s first Convocation ceremony of the spring. More than 250 students are expected to attend Convocation, the ceremony at which their degrees will be conferred, along with family and […]
Businessman Gregory Belton will be honored for philanthropy TORONTO, June 3, 2019 – Glendon Campus graduates will receive their York University degrees on Friday at the university’s first Convocation ceremony of the spring. More than 250 students are expected to attend Convocation, the ceremony at which their degrees will be conferred, along with family and […]
Students to work with adults, elderly and children in Markham to increase physical activity TORONTO, May 29, 2019 – Undergraduate students from York University’s School of Kinesiology & Health Science are heading to Markham to help the city achieve its goal of becoming ‘Canada’s Most Active Community.’ TheParticipACTION Community Better Challenge calls for all Canadians to […]
TORONTO, May 24, 2019 – York University Libraries will join the City of Toronto in observing Digital Literacy Week, May 27 to June 1. A panel discussion at 1pm on Monday will focus on false information that spreads online, kicking off a week of digital-literacy themed events at York’s Keele Campus. The panel, “Fake News […]
TORONTO, May 24, 2019 – A 27-metre high solar chimney, 3D printing lab, and uniquely designed architecture will welcome visitors this weekend as York University opens its doors to Doors Open Toronto. Visitors will be able to explore the Schulich School of Business’ newest building, the Rob & Cheryl McEwen Graduate Study and Research Building, as well as York’s […]