Each year, the York U Alumni Awards celebrate four outstanding alumni who exemplify the values of York University, have made remarkable contributions to their fields, and have changed the world for the better. The tradition of recognizing their contributions will continue at the York U Alumni Awards Show in Toronto, April 3, 2024. The remarkable […]
Thirteen York University alumnae were recognized at Nuit Blanche in the Myseum of Toronto’s latest project, The 52: Stories of Women Who Transformed Toronto. The multi-year project celebrates the contributions of women to the city of Toronto in art, culture, politics, sports, technology, business and more. The work premiered as a participatory performance where the […]
La version française suit la version anglaise. A new gift from Desjardins to York University’s Innovation York will expand two critical accelerator programs that provide training and support in entrepreneurship and help promote innovation. The funding will continue both Desjardins and York’s commitment to fostering positive change for diverse local communities and uniquely global perspectives. […]
The York University Alumni Board has recognized four distinguished York students with 2023 Alumni Awards and Scholarships for their academic excellence and leadership. Alumni Silver Jubilee Scholarship The Alumni Silver Jubilee Scholarship is awarded to a student who has demonstrated excellence both in and out of the classroom. This year’s recipient, Ashlyn Nguyen (BSc ’25), […]
On June 28 and 29, York University’s Black Alumni Network (YUBAN) and Sexuality and Gender Advocacy Alumni Network (SAGA) held the inaugural Black and Rainbow graduation celebrations. Many alumni, family and friends came to campus to celebrate the resilience and achievements of the Black and 2SLGBTQIA+ graduates of the class of 2023. Hosted by Fikayo […]
York University is thrilled to announce the launch of Connecting YU, an exclusive online networking and mentoring platform. Students and alumni of York can leverage the virtual network to establish meaningful connections, find valuable mentoring opportunities and cultivate professional and personal relationships that will enhance their learning and development. “Our community now has access to […]
La version française suit la version anglaise. York University has announced its Top 30 Alumni Under 30 for 2023. This distinguished group of York University alumni, under the age of 30, has displayed exemplary leadership and volunteerism to address deep and complex social challenges both locally and globally. “The York University Top 30 Alumni Under […]
The York University Magazine was the big winner at the 14th annual Canadian Online Publishing Awards (COPA), handed out in February. The Magazine won seven awards, including the award for best overall publication, celebrating a three-year victory. “Our digital content and unique design have been recognized across Canada as a best in class,” says Deirdre Kelly, […]
Dr. Allan Carswell, a renowned physicist, former York University professor and changemaking philanthropist, was recently named the Philanthropist of the Year by the Association of Fundraising Professionals (AFP). The award – presented to Dr. Carswell in November 2022, recognizes “an individual or family that has demonstrated outstanding civic and philanthropic leadership through a proven record […]
A joyous victory takes a strong team and determination, and York alumni are up to the task. While the Toronto Argonauts worked hard to bring home the franchise’s 18th Grey Cup win, two York alumni played key roles as team athletic therapists. Valerie Chuong and Amanda Deluca, 2018 graduates of the Kinesiology & Health Science […]