Faculty of Education unveils new videos “Leaders Supporting Future Leaders in Education” to help mark its 50th Anniversary Year

The Faculty of Education at York introduces a new four part video series inspiring and showcasing its bold leadership in education which helps create more just communities. The videos visually represent the Faculty’s commitment to equity, diversity, inclusion and decolonization. They reflect the positive change which the Faculty helps drive, and experiences in return, by […]

New project to explore anxiety among Black youth, families

The recently launched “Retooling Black Anxiety” project at York University looks to examine increased anxiety among Black youth and families who have had encounters with the criminal justice system (CJS).

Announcement of appointment of the vice-provost, teaching and learning

Professor Chloë Brushwood Rose appointed vice-provost, teaching and learning for a three-year term commencing on July 1.

Get to Know Your FESA Executives

The Faculty of Education's Student Association (FESA) is a great resource to stay up to date with everything happening in Faculty...

York lands in top five in ‘Maclean’s’ comprehensive university ranking

York University has advanced to the top five in the 2023 Maclean’s University Rankings in the comprehensive category, moving up one spot from last year.

New Provostial Fellows engage community to lead on Sustainable Development Goals

Four new Provostial Fellows have taken up their roles this year. The program is now in its second year running, with current fellowships in place until spring 2023.

Elder Duke Redbird draws on the wisdom of Mother Earth

During the Faculty of Education convocation ceremony for the Class of 2022 that took place on June 10, Indigenous Elder Duke Redbird delivered a moving and passionate address about Mother Earth, strawberries and universities, and the enduring spirit of a mentor.

IN THE MEDIA: On Thinking in a War

Of all philosophers, only a woman speaks out decisively against tyranny, totalitarianism and war. Hannah Arendt advanced reading, studying, writing, and speaking of world events to develop a discerning form of political philosophical judgment. Witness is critical to Arendt's engagement of current and political events.

Grad students invited to share work at annual Conference in Education

York University graduate students are invited to present their creative and scholarly works in a collaborative, professional and welcoming environment during the 18th annual York University Graduate Student Conference in Education

The Conversation Canada - Why children must be involved in research in the aftermath of COVID-19

The COVID-19 pandemic will continue to affect the lives of children even after transmission of the virus is contained. And yet, not much is known about the long-term mental health effects of large-scale disease outbreaks, and experiences such as prolonged school closures and strict social distancing measures on children and youth.