Cynthia Appiah

York University alum Cynthia Appiah is representing Team Canada at the 2026 Winter Olympics in Milano Cortina, competing in the monobob race and as pilot in the two‑women bobsleigh event

Still time to nominate staff for President's Awards

Voir la version française Dear colleagues,  We are pleased to inform you that the nomination deadline for the 2025 President’s Staff Recognition Awards has been extended to March 6. This extension provides additional time for our community members to recognize colleagues whose exceptional service, leadership, creativity and commitment have made a meaningful difference at York University. If you have not yet submitted a nomination, I […]

York U in the news: rare experiment on Mars, Cuba's fuel crisis and more

Psychiatrist says northern B.C. needs more mental health supports, hospital, at inquest into family's deathMarina Morrow, professor at York University, was mentioned in CBC.ca Feb. 6. NASA's Curiosity rover is doing an incredibly rare experiment on MarsAlex Innanen, an atomospheric scientist at York University, was quoted in Mashable Feb. 7. Opinion: Don’t bring back passport-based immigrationAkolisa (Ako) […]

York prof innovating smaller, faster and more sustainable AI

York University Professor Gene Cheung is pioneering miniaturized AI that reduces training costs, energy use and environmental impact.

York researcher highlights power of Black matriarchal storytelling

Stephanie Fearon, York University’s inaugural assistant professor of Black thriving and education, partners with Black mothers to research and honour cultural storytelling traditions.

Nursing student earns award for compassionate clinical care

York University nursing student Shawn Esmaeeli has earned recognition for making a meaningful impact in real-world health care settings.

York U in the news: water mystery on Mars, bathhouse raids and more

Carney’s government is cutting hundreds of environment and science jobs. Here’s what that means for CanadiansYork University was mentioned in CBC News Feb. 4. New Cuba travel advisory urges ’high degree of caution.’ Should Canadians worry?Tamanisha John, an assistant professor at York University, was mentioned in CBC Feb. 4 and ICI.Radio-Canada.ca Feb. 5. Plastic Surgeons […]

Gregory Chin

Associate Professor Gregory Chin was interviewed on the New Books Network podcast about China and the Global Economic Order, a new book he co-authored

Shital Desai

Associate Professor Shital Desai has co-authored a new book that provides an overview of inclusive design and how it can be embedded in products, services, organizations and policies

York University School of Medicine achieves Quality Council approval for proposed MD program

York University’s Doctor of Medicine (MD) program receiving this provincial "green light" signals major progress towards the School of Medicine's accreditation and proposed 2028 opening.