Talk looks at e-learning at practical level

Head of the e-learning group at the University of Auckland will discuss the trend of blending personal contact teaching and e-learning in campus-based courses Tuesday.

Music Professor Catherine Robbin appointed to the Order of Canada

Robbin, an internationally renowned mezzo soprano and director of classical vocal studies at York University, was among 27 new members invested into the Order of Canada at a ceremony held at Rideau Hall.

'The Economist' ranks Schulich among world's top 20

The Economist magazine ranked York's Schulich School of Business among the top 20 MBA programs in the world Friday and number one in Canada.

Asperger Mentorship Program helps students navigate university

Now in its fifth year, the Asperger Mentorship Program is free and open to all students diagnosed with Autism Spectrum Disorder.

Seminar for faculty: The Permanent Resident application process

Learn about the permanent resident application process in a special seminar for faculty featuring Guberman Garson Immigration Lawyers on Wednesday, Oct. 24. Register by Oct. 10 as space is limited.

Unplug: Don't forget to turn off computers and appliances before the long weekend

Switch off and unplug before leaving for the Thanksgiving long weekend to help York reduce its energy consumption by 25 per cent.

York honours five exceptional individuals during Fall 2012 Convocation ceremonies

York University will award five honorary degrees during its Fall 2012 Convocation ceremonies, recognizing outstanding leadership in the music industry, sport governance, low income advocacy and business.

Passings: Music Professor Michael Marcuzzi was a passionate musician and educator

A man of many hats, Prof. Marcuzzi was an exceptional muscian, composer, ethnomusicologist and teacher with a vast experience in classical, jazz, Cuban, Latin and popular music. He died of cancer on Sept. 27.

Dad's parental rights case tough to make, lawyers say

Trevor Farrow, a professor at York University's Osgoode Hall Law School, weighs in on the case involving Steve Tourloukis, who is asking a judge to rule he has the right to direct his children's education.

Additional eastbound Steeles Avenue West lane closure Friday

Starting at 9am on Friday, Oct. 5, an additional eastbound lane of Steeles Avenue West will be closed until about 3pm.