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York U offers most culturally diverse performing arts education in Ontario, study reveals
Community Researchers’ report highlights the School of the Arts, Media, Performance and Design’s commitment to diversity and inclusivity, says Dean Sarah Bay-Cheng
November 27, 2023 | 10:09 am
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York U bolsters its position as a leader in creating a more sustainable world
In 10 years, some trees can grow anywhere from 10 to 25 feet tall, so when York University announces its goal to reach net zero emissions a decade sooner, it’s a target that can lead to a significant
November 23, 2023 | 11:45 am
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Researchers help unravel brain processes involved in vision
Faced with images that break the expected pattern, like a do not enter sign where a stop sign is expected, how does the brain react and learn compared to being shown images which match what was predic
November 21, 2023 | 1:12 pm
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York U and Australia’s QUT researchers join forces for positive impact on globally distanced generations
Australian Research Council allots over AUS $750,000 in funding for the international team to develop interactive tools to increase closeness between older and younger relatives
November 14, 2023 | 12:34 pm
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Global report shows most deaf people with cochlear implants satisfied, but more follow-up supports needed
A global survey put out by York University’s Faculty of Education and the Cochlear Implant International Community of Action (CIICA), a user advocacy organization, shows that most deaf and deafened ad
November 9, 2023 | 10:29 am
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York U, O.P. Jindal Global University sign mutual exchange agreement, opening doors wider for an enriched international student experience in India and Canada
York University has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) with India’s O.P. Jindal Global University (JGU) that creates new exchange programs designed to mutually enrich the student experience. B
October 27, 2023 | 2:09 pm
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People with autism less likely to succumb to bystander effect, York U father-son research duo finds
TORONTO, Oct. 26, 2023 — A well-established psychological theory states that most of us are less likely to intervene in a bad situation if other people are present, and this ‘bystander effect’ also ap
October 26, 2023 | 10:00 am
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Residents unprepared for wildland fires, face barriers in implementing prevention measures: York U study
Individual and social factors contribute to lack of preparedness, despite many available residential wildfire mitigation and educational programs, study reveals
October 23, 2023 | 1:51 pm
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York U and Waypoint Centre for Mental Health sign three-year commitment that underscores strengths in health research and medical education
The MOU will allow York and Waypoint to explore more opportunities to work together based on a shared commitment to positive change
October 16, 2023 | 5:50 pm
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University response to student unions October 12 statement
York University unequivocally condemns the inflammatory statement shared by three student unions last night. Freedom of expression has limits and comes with responsibilities. It must never reach into
October 13, 2023 | 10:00 am