Faculty of Science ceremony honours students and faculty members for academic, teaching and research excellence

On Tuesday, February 6, 2024, the Faculty of Science hosted its annual Honours & Awards Ceremony to celebrate its students, instructors and researchers for their achievements and service. More than 200 people attended the event, held in the Second Student Centre, including students and their family members and supporters, faculty members and staff. A keynote […]

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 […]

Committee on Teaching & Learning (CoTL)

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 […]

Faculty of Science Excellence in Educational Leadership Award

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 […]

Faculty of Science Excellence in Teaching Award

The Faculty of Science Excellence in Teaching Award is awarded to faculty members who have exemplified exceptional teaching skills and an unwavering commitment to student success. APPLICATIONS ARE DUE NOVEMBER 1 ANNUALLY. Quick Links Teaching & Learning Awards Faculty of Science Excellence in Educational Leadership Award Award Categories Senior Tenure-Stream Faculty (>7 years of Undergraduate […]

Teaching & Learning Awards

The Faculty of Science proudly recognizes faculty members and graduate students who have demonstrated exceptional dedication and excellence in teaching and learning within our programs. These outstanding educators employ innovative techniques and actively engage students, creating dynamic and impactful learning experiences. We are privileged to announce two prestigious award categories: 1. Faculty of Science Excellence […]

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), […]

Science faculty, staff and student achievements celebrated at annual event

The Faculty of Science recently hosted its annual Honours & Awards Ceremony over Zoom to celebrate the students, staff and faculty members who had received awards and scholarships for their teaching and research excellence, academic achievements, and extracurricular involvement. The celebration recognized awards adjudicated from Sept. 1, 2020, to Aug. 31, 2021. More than 110 […]