Graduating students receive Faculty of Science medals for high achievement

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 […]

PhD graduate Farwa Sajadi receives President’s University-Wide Teaching Award

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 […]

Grad students win thesis, dissertation prizes

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 […]

Graduate student Kathleen Dogantzis receives Governor General Gold Medal

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 […]

Faculty of Science Excellence in Educational Leadership Award at the Graduate Level

The Faculty of Science Excellence in Educational Leadership Award at the Graduate Level is awarded to any graduate student who has demonstrated leadership or contributions to Teaching and Learning outside of the classroom. APPLICATIONS ARE DUE NOVEMBER 1 ANNUALLY. Quick Links Teaching & Learning Awards Richard Jarrell Excellence in Teaching at the Graduate Level Award […]

Richard Jarrell Excellence in Teaching at the Graduate Level Award

The Richard Jarrell Excellence in Teaching at the Graduate Level Award is awarded to any graduate student or senior undergraduate working as a Teaching Assistant in the Faculty of Science (e.g., lab demonstrator, marker/grader, tutorial leader, Teaching Assistant coordinator), including students from other Faculties. APPLICATIONS ARE DUE NOVEMBER 1 ANNUALLY. Quick Links Teaching & Learning […]

Coffee with Profs: a successful initiative connecting Bethune community members

During academic year 2022-23, Bethune College launched a successful new speaker series called "Coffee with Profs," which wrapped up in March. Professors and instructors from the Faculty of Science and Lassonde School of Engineering were invited to share their insights and experiences on a range of academic and professional topics with students. In the fall […]

Information Sessions

The information sessions will provide more information on the program, such as specific academic requirements, eligibility, fees, and the application process. Students who are interested in applying for the Co-op or Internship Program should attend an information session before, or soon after, submitting their application. You only need to attend one session. Quick Links Co-op […]

Science becomes supporting partner of York’s Career | Fit Professional Experience Programs

The Faculty of Science Experiential Education program has formed a new collaboration with the Asian Business and Management Program (ABMP) at York to become a supporting partner of their Career | Fit Professional Experience Programs, an initiative sponsored by the Royal Bank of Canada (RBC). Career | Fit programs are short online programs for currently […]

Faculty of Science celebrates excellence at annual ceremony

York University’s Faculty of Science recognized the academic, teaching and research excellence of students, faculty and staff during its annual Honours & Awards Ceremony held Jan. 30. More than 150 guests joined the evening event at the Second Student Centre, which featured a keynote address by Earle Nestmann, York University alumnus (MSc ’71, PhD ’74), […]