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

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

Chemical exposure in plastics industry could increase breast cancer risk, study finds

A new study published Thursday points to evidence that women employed in the plastics industry are exposed to workplace chemicals that could increase their risk of breast cancer and reproductive abnormalities.

Tunnel boring machines make progress on Toronto-York Spadina Subway Extension

On Thursday, Nov. 29, the TTC's tunnel boring machines named "Yorkie" and "Torkie" simultaneously broke through the headwall at the Keele Street extraction shaft, marking another important milestone for the subway extension project.

Does Canada have a labour shortage or a skills shortage?

"It is enormously important that we obtain timely and accurate information on the extent of labour and skills shortages," wrote York University social justice Professor Andrew Jackson in The Globe and Mail.

Upcoming open forums on Dec. 12 and Jan. 17 will explore eLearning

The Academic Technology Advisory Group is seeking input from the York community about how to enhance student learning and increase access through technology.

Sign up for lunchtime tennis this winter

York faculty and staff are welcome to join other players Tuesdays and Thursdays at lunchtime for tennis during the winter 2013 term.

Kids' stress a serious matter

The Milton and Ethel Harris Research Initiative at York University has developed an approach to tap into kids' ability to manage their own stress, reported the Vancouver Sun.

"D" the therapy dog spreads a little puppy love

With exams looming, many York students will feel the stress of studying, but "D" the therapy dog trained at St. John Ambulance will be in Vari Hall to help alleviate that anxiety.

Walk will remember women on National Day of Remembrance

The wheelchair accessible walk will begin in Vari Hall at 11:15am and end at the Sacred Fire spot near the pond on York's Keele campus, followed by a memorial until 12:30pm.

University and Region join forces to improve mental health of children and youth

York University Mental Health & Emotional Well-Being Group and the York Region Mental Health Collaborative signed a Memorandum of Understanding last week outlining their commitment to collaborate to improve the mental health of children, youth and families.