At the Faculty of Science’s annual undergraduate summer research conference, students received awards in recognition of oral and poster presentations they gave on summer projects they worked on. More than 60 students from the Faculties of Science, Health, and Environmental & Urban Change attended the Faculty of Science Summer 2023 Undergraduate Research Conference to present […]
Nicholas Bragagnolo, a PhD student in the Department of Chemistry’s Audette Lab at York University, won the 2023 Etter Student Lecturer Award from the American Crystallographic Association (ACA), which represents those working in the branch of science concerned with the structure and properties of crystals. The ACA houses 14 scientific interest groups (SIG), each representing […]
Congratulations to Faculty of Science students Arman Sadr and Mustafa Abdulkadhim for receiving Robert J. Tiffin Student Leadership Awards, which recognize students whose leadership has contributed to the growth, development and vitality of York University. Sadr, a BSc student in the biomedical science program, has been involved with Bethune College since his first year at […]
A research study led by chemistry Professor Christine Le, titled “Synthesis of Carbamoyl Fluorides Using a Difluorophosgene Surrogate Derived from Difluorocarbene and Pyridine N-Oxides,” was honoured with the 2023 Outstanding Publication of the Year Award from The Journal of Organic Chemistry. The award recognizes a paper from the previous year that demonstrates creativity and impact […]
Congratulations to undergraduate students Areeba Chaudhry, Sarah Pullano and Nicole Frias for receiving the Faculty of Science Gold and Silver Medals at the Spring Convocation Ceremony on June 22, 2023. Pullano and Chaudhry received a Gold Medal, which is presented to Science students graduating with the highest GPA, and Frias received the Silver Medal, which […]
Congratulations to PhD student Farwa Sajadi, who was recognized during the Faculty of Science Spring Convocation Ceremony with a President’s University-Wide Teaching Award (Teaching Assistant category) for enhancing the quality of learning and demonstrating innovation in teaching. Sajadi, who recently completed a PhD in biology, was honoured with the Teaching Award for being a TA […]
Congratulations to York Science graduands Melodie Lao (MSc, chemistry) and Kathleen Dogantzis (PhD, biology) on receiving thesis and dissertation prizes from the Faculty of Graduate Studies for their outstanding scholarly work. The prizes are bestowed to celebrate exceptional master’s and doctoral research work from the recent academic calendar year. The value of the awards is […]
PhD student Kathleen Dogantzis is among three York University graduates receiving this year’s Governor General Gold Medals, which recognize the outstanding scholastic achievements of graduate students in Canada. Dogantzis earned a PhD in biology, following the completion of a master of science at York University. Both degrees were done under the supervision of Professor Amro […]
The mandate of the Committee on Teaching & Learning (CoTL) is to enhance the quality of the student learning experience by providing leadership in promoting and recognizing educational excellence in science, and fostering a rich and vibrant teaching and learning community. CoTL initiatives aim to raise the profile of teaching and learning in the Faculty […]
The Faculty of Science Excellence in Educational Leadership Award celebrates Science faculty (any full-time or contract faculty) who exemplify exceptional educational leadership/mentorship beyond the classroom. APPLICATIONS ARE DUE NOVEMBER 1 ANNUALLY. Quick Links Teaching & Learning Awards Faculty of Science Excellence in Teaching Award Nomination Process Nomination Forms Submit a nomination letter For students, faculty […]