How trusting are you? Your level of trust in strangers often indicates a higher quality of life for you and for the society you live in, but what if you move from a high-trust society to a low-trust one? New research out of York University looked at how stable that feeling of trust in strangers […]
At a time where discussions around anti-Black racism are proving to be critical, Humanities Professor Andrea Davis has stepped into a year-long role that aims to position LA&PS in the centre of this discourse. On Sept. 1, Davis began her term as Special Advisor on LA&PS’ Anti-Black Racism Strategy, a position that was developed by […]
Six York University faculty members are among the 87 new Fellows elected to The Royal Society of Canada (RSC) as part of the Class of 2020. Recognition by the RSC is the highest honour an individual can achieve in the Arts, Social Sciences and Sciences. The faculty members were elected to the rank of Fellow […]
As Canada has navigated the life-altering challenges of the COVID-19 pandemic, the role of long-term care homes has frequently come into question. Occupied by many of the country’s eldest citizens, these facilities have become a staple in the conversation surrounding COVID-19. This is not only due to their occupants being amongst the most vulnerable to […]
“Cockroach infestations, residents left to wallow in soiled diapers, COVID-19 patients allowed to wander around, forceful feeding of the elderly and a ‘culture of fear to use supplies because those cost money.’” This horrific vision, published in the Toronto Star (May 20, 2020), described what the Canadian Armed Forces encountered at five Ontario nursing homes. […]
The part you play in telling the story of York University is very important. As a current Faculty of Liberal Arts & Professional Studies (LA&PS) student, you can help inspire others by sharing your positive memories, highlights, and experiences from your time in our Faculty. We invite you to submit your story for a chance […]
By Anam Raheel ‘Understanding the differences between minimum wages and living wages has become more important than ever during the COVID-19 pandemic, which highlighted the reality that millions of “essential workers” were not able to put a halt to their services, even during a public health crisis, in order to keep society functioning. Carlo Fanelli, […]
York University’s Portuguese & Luso-Brazilian Studies program in the Faculty of Liberal Arts & Professional Studies (LA&PS) has announced Jonathan Cabral as the 2019-20 recipient of the Portuguese Gives You Wings award, sponsored by Azores Airlines. This award, comprised of a free trip to the beautiful region of the Azores, Portugal, aims to recognize academic […]
Alumni Engagement and York University Libraries hosted a virtual fireside chat on Aug. 18, featuring alumnus Jesse Thistle, author of the award-winning memoir, From the Ashes: My Story of Being Métis, Homeless, and Finding My Way. During the virtual event, moderated by Dean of Libraries Joy Kirchner, Thistle shared his journey writing his first novel […]
Gun violence in the United States disrupts the ability of victims of all ages to trust other people, a ripple effect that is often long lasting and often has a greater impact on Black Americans, says York University Assistant Professor Cary Wu. People who have a high degree of trust in others usually believe in […]