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Office of the President

Driving Positive Change in 2026-2027

Welcome to the 2026–27 academic year!

There is a lot to look forward to. We are climbing in the global rankings, growing co-op and experiential learning, breaking new ground in research, advancing sustainability and equity, backing innovators on and beyond our campuses, and building a first-of-its-kind medical school. We have launched a new University Academic Plan for 2026-30, a living framework for where we go next and for a future that each of you has a role in shaping.  
 
Whatever brings you to York, I hope you will take every chance to collaborate, to enrich your learning, teaching and research, and to connect with the people around you. 
 
Here is to an inspiring year. I look forward to seeing you all on our campuses! 

Lisa Philipps

President & Vice-Chancellor  

Lisa Philipps is the Interim President and Vice-Chancellor of York University.

Philipps has been a member of the York community for nearly three decades and served in a number of senior academic and administrative roles including over seven years as Provost and Vice-President Academic.

About the President

Priorities

University Academic Plan 2026-30

York U Forward Action Plan 

Decolonizing, Equity, Diversity & Inclusion Strategy 2023-2028 

Sustainability Strategy 2030

Well-being Strategy 2024-2030

President's Report 2026

School of Medicine 

Campus Vision

Statements & Announcements