Alex Huls

Archives of Ontario exhibitions spotlight untold Black histories

The Archives of Ontario, located on York University's Keele Campus, is hosting two exhibition that explore Black cultural memory and storytelling.

York’s Y2 Innovators program builds confidence, community for Black students

What began as a “Day at York” for Black high school students has evolved into a four-week business leadership course. The Y2 Innovators program was co-created with students and is supported by Black mentors and educators.

Children's museums reimagine how kids learn about the world: York U report

New research reveals a powerful shift in children’s museums – from fun zones to spaces of social learning and inclusion. A report led by York University Professor Lisa Farley examines how children's museums are addressing social issues through storytelling.

Passings: Allen Curtis Koretsky

The career of Professor Emeritus and Allen Curtis Koretsky was marked by a passion for nurturing diverse perspectives and critical thinking in his students.

Minister’s Award of Excellence honours York U innovators

From cleaning up contaminated sites to shaping future educators, York University Professor Satinder Kaur Brar and PhD candidate Anna Pearson have earned provincial recognition for driving real-world impact.

Passings: Sheila R. Colla

Sheila Colla, an award-winning pioneer in the field of conservation science and the study of bees, has passed away. Colla, a York alumna and professor in the Faculty of Environmental & Urban Change, was known for her work on pollinator health, urban ecosystems and environmental justice.

Research in focus: exploring how language and culture cross borders

Dive into the transformative efforts of York University's Organized Research Units through the Research in Focus series. This issue explores the mission and impacts of the Centre for Research on Language and Culture Contact, where researchers explore how linguistic and cultural boundaries are shaped and changed.

Passings: David Martin Regan

David Martin Regan, a Distinguished Research Professor emeritus, has passed away at the age of 90, leaving behind a profound impact on the field of vision science with medical and real-world applications. 

York U staff honoured with Lynda Tam Guiding Light and Legacy Award

For the first time, the annual Lynda Tam Guiding Light and Legacy Award was given to two staff members for making an impact in student services. 

York U researchers launch new health partnerships in Uganda

York's Humanitarian Water Engineering Lab, led by Syed Imran Ali, has formalized two key partnerships to improve health conditions in crisis-affected communities in Uganda.