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York University’s three-year budget plan approved

May 7, 2024
York University’s three-year budget plan approved
The approved budget plan takes a thoughtful and prudent approach to ensure the University remains financially sustainable.

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York University announces 2024 Top 30 Alumni Under 30

May 7, 2024
York University announces 2024 Top 30 Alumni Under 30

York University announces Black Research Seed Grant winners

May 3, 2024
York University announces Black Research Seed Grant winners

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Food Services signs pledges to improve food sustainability on campus

Food Services signs pledges to improve food sustainability on campus

May 7, 2024
York University’s Food Services has signed two major pledges committing to creating a healthier and more plant-forward food environment on campuses.
York partnership supports entrepreneurs of Italian descent

York partnership supports entrepreneurs of Italian descent

May 7, 2024
YSpace and Schulich Startups have partnered with the Canadian Italian Business & Professional Association to nurture entrepreneurial aspirations through the Italia360 incubator program.
York U a Canadian leader in autism support

York U a Canadian leader in autism support

May 3, 2024
The University’s Strengthening Transitions for Students with Autism Spectrum Disorders program is a leader in Canada for providing comprehensive autism-specific assistance to students, faculty and staff.

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THE SCOOP

May 7, 2024
Christina Petrowska Quilico
Christina Petrowska Quilico, a pianist and York University professor emerita, will be performing two concerts this month, both showcasing the work of Canadian composers

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RESEARCH & INNOVATION

Robarts Centre celebrates 40 years of Canadian Studies

Robarts Centre celebrates 40 years of Canadian Studies

May 3, 2024
York’s Robarts Centre for Canadian Studies is celebrating its 40th anniversary by releasing a special issue of its flagship publication, Canada Watch, and hosting an international event. 
York research collaboration to improve cybersecurity threat detection, mitigation

York research collaboration to improve cybersecurity threat detection, mitigation

Apr 30, 2024
York University’s Behaviour-Centric Cybersecurity Center is advancing leadership in cybersecurity by collaborating with cPacket – a network monitoring company – to tackle a major cybercrime threat.
One year later: the Microlecture Series in Sustainable Living

One year later: the Microlecture Series in Sustainable Living

Apr 28, 2024
One year after the launch of the award-winning Microlecture Series in Sustainable Living, YFile catches up with Professor Shooka Karimpour to hear about the impact of her microlecture and what has changed in the field of microplastics.

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Lions hockey coach leads para athletes, advances inclusion in sport

Lions hockey coach leads para athletes, advances inclusion in sport

AWARDS & RECOGNITION

York University prof appointed to senior role in health organization

May 3, 2024
York University prof appointed to senior role in health organization

Announcement of new dean of York University Libraries

May 1, 2024
Announcement of new dean of York University Libraries

Provost receives national leadership award

May 1, 2024
Provost receives national leadership award

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UPCOMING EVENTS

May 17, 2024

Emerging and Systemic Risks Lecture Series

May 27, 2024

Globally Networked Learning: Faculty Drop-In Consultations

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Board of Governors issues call for nominations, non-academic employees

May 7, 2024
Board of Governors issues call for nominations, non-academic employees

Grounds treatments to prevent West Nile disease to start late May

May 7, 2024
Grounds treatments to prevent West Nile disease to start late May

Approbation du plan budgétaire triennal de l’Université York

May 7, 2024
Approbation du plan budgétaire triennal de l’Université York

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York researchers advancing global health, sustainability and Indigenous scholarship

York researchers advancing global health, sustainability and Indigenous scholarship

Apr 25, 2024
Welcome to the April issue of Aspire, a special issue of YFile highlighting research and innovation at York University. Renowned for its high-profile, research-intensive environment, York University fosters a community of forward-thinking scholars and changemakers dedicated to creating positive, global change.