York University’s inaugural employee engagement survey revealed that employee engagement with York University as an institution and engagement with individual roles fell within five per cent of the comparative external database used by the independent third-party research firm that conducted the survey and is well within the normal/acceptable range for universities.
Speak up, be heard and make a difference: President reviews the results of employee survey
Teachers can shape how young people see the world, says activist
It only takes one teacher to change the life of a child and the only thing truly lasting is to teach a child, said co-founder of Free the Children Craig Kielburger, during Spring Convocation where he received an honorary doctor of laws degree.
New engineering building about to take shape at York University
York University took a major step toward construction of a new Engineering Building Monday, with a groundbreaking ceremony for the $85-million project. The new Engineering Building will be home to the Lassonde School of Engineering.
A teacher is someone who has chosen to accept a most noble calling, says hon doc
“If we exclude parenting from being classified as a profession, what other profession plays such a significant, impactful and pivotal role in the development of a human being?” asked Mary Anne Chambers after receiving an honorary doctor of laws degree from York University.
Be vulnerable for success, honorary degree recipient tells Osgoode grads
“Be vulnerable for success. Even in my career I don’t see the change I’d like to see for children, but I am going to hang in there….this is my system. I care about it and I am going to work on it,” said Mary-Ellen Turpel-Lafond to graduates of Osgoode Hall Law School on Thursday.
Welcome to YU Link, York University’s new employee intranet
YU Link (pronounced ‘You-Link’) is a new intranet that offers quick and easy access to the tools and information you need as an employee of York University and connects you to others on the Keele and Glendon campuses.
Knowledge is greatest wealth of raw materials in the world, says hon doc
“I’ve tried to stay true to some very basic principles of sound management…based on the essential human values of quality, competence, entrepreneurship and respect,” Serge Godin told graduands Thursday after receiving an honorary doctor of laws degree from York.
York honours imprisoned lawyer Nasrin Sotoudeh during Spring Convocation
Arrested in 2010, Iranian lawyer Nasrin Sotoudeh was imprisoned in Iran’s Evin Prison, where she remains today. York University awarded an honorary doctorate to her. Karim Lahidji, president of the International Federation of Human Rights, attended the Convocation ceremony to read her message and accept the distinction on her behalf.
Be passionate about family, country and work, hon doc tells grads
Embrace a passion for family, country and work, said former Ontario cabinet minister Gregory Sorbara to the graduating class of the Faculty of Liberal Arts and Professional Studies Tuesday, during the Spring Convocation ceremony where he received an honorary doctor of laws degree.
Dancer speaks about fostering meaning through music and art
A connection to creativity and culture can nourish every aspect of one’s life, said Canadian choreographer Peggy Baker to graduates of the Faculties of Fine Arts and Liberal Arts & Professional Studies during Spring Convocation ceremonies.
