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David Phipps

David Phipps, assistant vice-president, research strategy and impact, has received the Queens University Distinguished Alumni Achievement Award for building knowledge mobilization capacity at York and across Canada

Changemakers to earn honorary degrees at Spring Convocation

York University will recognize individuals who are leaders in their fields with honorary degrees throughout 2026 Spring Convocation, running June 12 to 20.

How York researchers are strengthening cybersecurity

Professor Arash Habibi Lashkari is investigating how malicious bots behave on everyday devices to design countermeasures that would increase digital safety. 

Paul Delaney

Astronomer and Professor Emeritus Paul Delaney appeared on The CRAM Podcast to discuss the possibilities of space exploration and life beyond Earth

York U among Canada’s Greenest Employers for 14th consecutive year 

York University continues its leadership in sustainability with recognition as one of Canada’s Greenest Employers, underscoring a long-standing commitment to environmental stewardship and innovation.

Study investigates daily habits that could increase dementia risk

Do factors like activity, sleep patterns and daily behaviours contribute to onset of dementia? A York-led research team analyzed decades of data to find out.

Budget planning continues as York responds to ongoing pressures

York University continues to refine its 2026–27 budget planning to ensure the institution returns to a sustainable financial position.

York U in the news: Black history education, fish city and more

A historian of Black Canada gives a report card on Ontario’s new mandated Black history educationNatasha Henry-Dixon, professor at York University, contributed to The Conversation April 20. The Mixed Signals That Canada Post Workers Are Getting from Their UnionSteve Tufts, professor at York University, was quoted in PressProgress April 20. Rare footage reveals 'fish city' […]

York U marks National Day of Mourning

Flags on York University campuses will be lowered to half-mast on April 28 in recognition of the National Day of Mourning.

Steffi Hamann

A new research article by Steffi Hamann, an assistant professor in the Department of Social Sciences, examines private sector investment incentives and development dynamics in Sub-Saharan Africa