Book Talk | Caste Question in the Politics of West Bengal: Some Reflections

With Ayan Guha, Political Science, Jamia Hamdard (Deemed University) Discussant: Sanober Umar, Politics, York University The politics of West Bengal unlike other parts of India has remained relatively free from large scale caste-based political mobilization. The apparent invisibility of caste in West Bengal politics has remained an enigma. Yet caste question in West Bengal politics […]

Screening of thesis film “Unfinished” and discussion with the filmmaker on her work and unpacking mental health from a caregiver’s perspective

Screening of Shabnam Sukhdev’s award-winning thesis film, an autoethnographic documentary is informed by her daughter’s mental health. The filmmaker will be in attendance to discuss her work and unpacking mental health from a caregivers’ perspective with Leena Manimekalai, filmmaker and poet, and moderator Elaine Coburn, Director of the Centre for Feminist Research. Audience is invited […]

The Shape of ME | RE-IMAGINING FAMILY

A three-hour story workshop unpacking family history through play, featuring mask painting, music and food, and community. To make it more fun, you may bring a favourite family photograph with you! Filmmaker and Story Workshop Facilitator, Shabnam Sukhdev will lead you through the engaging process of mask painting and improvisational performance. In the workshop, food […]

*POSTPONED* – York U Spirit Day – Flag Photo Keele

POSTPONED UNTIL SPRING Once a year the York community is invited to participate in festivities where we celebrate and recognize the people who continue to make this University a success, including our students, faculty and staff. Join others in the community at 11 a.m. on the Harry W. Arthur Commons for a historic photo with […]

*POSTPONED* – York U Spirit Day – Flag Photo Glendon

POSTPONED UNTIL SPRING Once a year the York community is invited to participate in festivities where we celebrate and recognize the people who continue to make this University a success, including our students, faculty and staff. Join others in the community at 3 pm on the lawn in front of the Manor for a historic […]

Increasing Student Learning Through Alternative Assessments

Please join us on Tuesday October 11, 2022, from 1-2pm on Zoom, for a workshop on “Increasing Student Learning Through Alternative Assessments.”  In this workshop we will explore how alternative assessments can be used to foster engagement and increase student learning. In this context, we will examine successful examples from the Faculty of Science and discuss practical concerns […]

Dean’s Fireside Chat with Kathleen Taylor (MBA/JD ’84, Hon LLD ’14)

The Dean’s Leadership Dialogues feature the Schulich School of Business’ most accomplished alumni and business leaders from around the world in a thoughtful and engaging fireside chat with Schulich Dean Detlev Zwick. Kathleen (Katie) Taylor is Chair of the Board of RBC and the next Chancellor of York University. She has served on the board […]

Smyth Dialogues SHELTER IN PLACE: A CONVERSATION ON COMMUNITY, CONNECTION AND REFUGE

How do we understand refuge and create it for ourselves and our communities? Join us for the 2022 Smyth Dialogues with award-winning authors Billy-Ray Belcourt and David Chariandy as they discuss refuge, safety, and our connections and disconnections with family, community and culture. Hosted by Lily Cho, Associate Dean, Global & Community Engagement, Faculty of […]

Department of English presents John Edwards – The Musicians in Ordinary

The Department of English presents John Edwards – The Musicians In Ordinary Lutenist John Edwards leads The Musicians In Ordinary which explores the repertoire of the Renaissance and Baroque. In the theatre he has played for the Canadian Opera Company, Thousand Islands Theatre and Arbor Oak Trio, has been music director for productions of Romeo and […]

Modern Greek Studies Association Symposium

The 27th MGSA Symposium will take please in-person at York University between October 13-16, 2022. The MGSA Executive Board, the Program Committee and the Local Arrangements Committee will welcome Canadian scholars and members from around the world to take part in an enriching intellectual exchange about Toronto’s vibrant Greek Canadian community and its history. The […]