Six influential changemakers to earn honorary degrees at Spring Convocation
York University will award honorary degrees to six individuals recognized as leaders in their fields throughout 2025 Spring Convocation, running June 12 to 20.
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York U student recognized for advancing equity, student success
Ramla Elmi, a Schulich School of Business student, has received the Onyx Scholar Award for her efforts to support Black students who want to enter the corporate workforce.
Thousands to cross stage during York U's 2025 Spring Convocation
From June 12 to 20, the University will host 14 convocation ceremonies and other celebrations for Class of 2025 graduands, marking a milestone for thousands of York students.
York U alumni couple supports global experiential learning through transformational gift
Building on a donation in 2022 to launch the Paulina Lau Scholars program, donors Paulina Lau and Hian Siang Chan have created opportunities for students to engage in global learning.
Double distinction for York U psychology professor with two awards in 24 hours
Professor Michael Pettit has won two awards for a book and a podcast that each work to improve public understanding of the history of psychology.
New sculpture at Glendon rooted in Indigenous culture, healing
A new installation by Secwépemc artist Tania Willard invites reflection, connection and dialogue through Indigenous art at Glendon Campus.
$1.6M gift funds new space to enhance science student success
A donation from Chinese Canadian scientist and medical doctor Taihua Wang has funded a new hub to help York University Faculty of Science students thrive through access to advising services, study pods and more.
At York U, a student mentor breaks barriers for others
He’s not a professor or a counsellor – but when York U students need real advice, they turn to Ming Kan Leung. Discover how this mature student is building bridges through mentorship and advocacy.
Hal Jackman Foundation supports creative writing at York U
Support from the Hal Jackman Foundation will advance the study of creative writing at York University through the Writer-in-Residence program.
York U professors recognized as engineering innovators
Professors Satinder Kaur Brar and Jimmy Huang have been elected fellows of the Canadian Academy of Engineering for their leadership in sustainability and artificial intelligence research.