UN Day Celebration, Reflection & Panel Discussion Equity, Education & Sustainable Development

UN Day Celebration, Reflection & Panel Discussion Equity, Education & Sustainable Development Background UN Day is a commemorative day marking the official creation of the UN and the entry into force of the United Nations Charter in 1945. This day is devoted to raising awareness of the goals and achievements of the UN and gaining […]

Naked Economics: Undressing the Dismal Science, by Charles Wheelan

Charles Wheelan, the celebrated author of “Naked Economics: Undressing the Dismal Science” and many other acclaimed books will present his talk on November 3, 2022 at 4:00 – 5:15 pm in CLH I. This talk is part of the Introductory Economics (Econ 1000 &1010) enrichment seminar, hosted by the Department of Economics, York University.   […]

Congress of the Humanities and Social Sciences 2023

Congress of the Humanities and Social Sciences is Canada’s largest gathering of academics, and one of the largest in the world. It’s a place to hold critical conversations of our time, hear from a diverse set of voices, share findings, refine ideas, and build partnerships to help shape the Canada of tomorrow. Congress is the […]

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 […]