The Black Stories & Black Voices Speaker Series are in-person events offering opportunities for all members of the York community to come together to spend time meeting and learning from one another. Presented by Diversity in Action student group (from within Athletics & Recreation), this event celebrates Black excellence by featuring a line-up of speakers […]
The Black Stories & Black Voices Speaker Series are in-person events offering opportunities for all members of the York community to come together to spend time meeting and learning from one another. Presented by Diversity in Action student group (from within Athletics & Recreation), this event celebrates Black excellence by featuring a line-up of speakers […]
Join us online Wednesday, February 19th for our second of two Recreational Cooking Classes as we explore delicious and protein-rich lattes to complement your diet and sustain your energy throughout your day! Session starts at 3:45pm and will be held virtually. Register today at reconline.yorkulions.ca! Free for York students with a fitness membership. $5.00 for […]
Join us online Wednesday, February 5th as we learn how to make high-protein date balls. This snack is both tasty, nutritious, and suitable for sweet tooth lovers! Session starts at 3:45pm and will be held virtually. Register today at reconline.yorkulions.ca! Free for York students with a fitness membership. $5.00 for non-members.
Assistant Professor Desirée de Jesús (from the Dept of Communications & Media Studies), along with co-researchers, Dr. Kisha McPherson (Toronto Metropolitan University) and Crystal Lynn Webster (University of British Columbia), were the recipients of a SSHRC grant for their research project Mapping Black Girl Geographies and Belonging in Canada. As part of this project, the research team will be running a […]
This collaborative event is proudly brought to you by the: York University Black Alumni Network (YUBAN) York University Black Staff Network (YUBSN) Black Excellence at York University (BE YU) initiative Student Community & Leadership Development (SCLD) York University-TD Community Engagement Centre and the Black community-based student organizations. These Black community groups, alongside the support of […]
Join the York Lions varsity basketball teams at the Tait McKenzie on Saturday, February 1st as they take on the Toronto Varsity Blues in our annual Black History Month games. The women tip-off at 6pm with the men following at 8pm! In this annual celebration of Black culture, you will enjoy a live DJ, bake […]
Are you curious or interested in learning more about your family history and your ancestors? Black History is Family History! Learn the basics of genealogical research, special considerations for tracing African Caribbean family history, and some free and fee-based tools and resources to help start your research. By the end of this workshop, you’ll have […]
This event will be hosted by York Universities’ Black Excellence team. The purpose of this event is to celebrate and highlight the diverse African diasporic languages that have deeply influenced Western subcultures. Through highlighting the rich linguistic heritage and its impact on music, fashion, art, and everyday language, we aim to foster a greater understanding […]
Join us for an inspiring panel discussion in honour of Black History Month, where Black athletes from York University share their personal journeys and challenges. Through their stories, the panel aims to celebrate resilience, foster motivation, and highlight the intersection of identity and sports. This event welcomes all communities, offering valuable insights for aspiring Black […]