Osgoode is first in Canada in experiential education

Osgoode is the first law school in Canada to introduce an experiential education requirement, referred to at Osgoode as a "praxicum", into the curriculum of the Juris Doctor Program.

Osgoode alumna receives prestigious Advocates' Society Medal

Marlys Edwardh is best known for her role in the wrongful conviction cases of Donald Marshall, Guy Paul Morin and Steven Truscott. In 2005, she received Osgoode's Dianne Martin Medal for Social Justice through Law.

Passings: Biology grad Megan Davey had a family connection to York University

A rising star in Canadian scientific research, Ms. Davey was the daughter of York Professor Emeritus Ken Davey, former vice-president academic.

Founders College 2012 book sale starts Oct. 15

The college is holding a sale of new and used books Oct. 15 to 19, from 10am to 6pm, in the Founders Assembly Hall, 152 Founders College.

Unplug: Don't forget to turn off computers and appliances

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

Critics say new definition of 'homeless' too broad, includes those only 'at risk'

"How do you attack a problem if you can't define it?" asks Stephen Gaetz, a homlessness researcher at York University who helped craft the new definition.

Green tip of the week: Pedal power

There are many interesting and fun ways to 'green' your commute to York University.

Terry Fox Run and Great Canadian Hair 'Do' help cancer research

This Sunday, students, staff and faculty will join members from the surrounding communities in honouring and continuing the legacy of Terry Fox by particpating in the Terry Fox Marathon of Hope.

Feds announce millions for new project: York a major partner

Gary Goodyear, minister of state for the Federal Economic Development Agency for Southern Ontario, announces some $15.5 million for the Connected Health and Wellness Project at York.

York running back named Canadian Interuniversity Sport player of the week

Lions running back Kyle Exume was selected to receive the honour by the Football Reporters of Canada. Exume scored three touchdowns in the Lions 47 to 36 victory over the Ottawa Gee-Gees on Saturday.