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New book examines how health is determined by political choices

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In the first book to discuss the Canadian welfare state through a health-focused lens, York University Professor Dennis Raphael argues that the nature of Canada’s liberal welfare state shapes the health care system, the social determinants of health and the health of all Canadians.

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York professor continues to shift conversation on factors shaping health in Canada

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Promoting health involves much more than medical treatments, exercise, nutrition and avoiding drugs and alcohol. An updated text, co-authored by York University Professor Dennis Raphael and prepared especially for the public, explores the public policies that distribute the resources necessary to the health of Canadians.

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Professor Sergey Krylov receives title of Distinguished Research Professor

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York University has selected Professor Sergey Krylov, from the Faculty of Science, to receive the title of Distinguished Research Professor for his work in analytical chemistry. The title is given to active members of the academy in recognition of their scholarly achievements in research.

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Details on next stage of the pandemic reopening covered in latest town hall

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During the fourth All-Community Virtual Town Hall on Aug. 6, community members were able to pose questions to the University’s senior leadership about Stage 3 of the pandemic reopening plan, the fall and winter terms, research activities, online learning and more.

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COVID-19 pandemic reveals gaps in older adults’ care. Click for more York U in the news

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York University Professor Pat Armstrong was quoted in the Whitehorse Daily Star on Aug. 5. Read full story. ‘It was a turning point in my life’: Syrian international student receives educational support York University was mentioned in Global News on Aug. 5. Read full story. Sixth Wave Receives Approval from NSERC to Advance Virus Detection […]

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Free webinar on Aug. 7 will explore integrating Globally Networked Learning into courses

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On Aug. 7, join York University faculty, members from partner universities, the Globally Networked Learning (GNL) team and York International for an in-depth and interactive workshop to help bring global perspectives and cross-cultural collaborations into existing courses. The event is offered free and all are welcome. Pre-registration is required.

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Workplace experiences for York students are alive and well during COVID-19

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Theatre students in an online graduate placement course, Dance 5212, developed by Professor Danielle Robinson with backing from York’s Academic Initiative Fund are each working remotely on projects they have proposed to various cultural and community organizations. They are gaining relevant and worthwhile work experience and are helping create positive change for the placement partners.

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York works to advance careers of women entrepreneurs through ELLA accelerator program

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A four-month program led by York University that supports women entrepreneurs and works to reduce the gender gap is accepting applications for until Aug. 9. ELLA (Entrepreneurial Leadership & Learning Alliance) is a community and accelerator for women, by women that provides training and support programs, free of cost, to women entrepreneurs.

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