President Lenton makes the case for building an inclusive economy

Each year, Ontario’s most influential leaders gather at the Ontario Economic Summit, hosted by the Ontario Chamber of Commerce. The two-day event presents an unparalleled opportunity to share insight, explore opportunities, and most importantly, to shape public policy.   This year, York University’s president participated in the summit as part of her drive to engage […]

From tea to 3D, York University opens YSpace, a new innovation hub in Markham

Today, York University announced the official opening of YSpace, its new innovation and entrepreneurship centre in Markham aimed at helping budding entrepreneurs turn bright ideas into action. York University’s President Rhonda Lenton was joined by Markham Mayor Frank Scarpitti and International Trade Minister Michael Chan (MPP Markham-Unionville) to mark the occasion. A number of York University’s […]

York University launches Indigenous Framework, appoints special advisor to the president on Indigenous initiatives

York University will further its commitment to equity and social justice with the launch of its Indigenous Framework and the appointment of a special advisor to the president on Indigenous initiatives. The Indigenous Framework for York University is the culmination of several years’ work by members of York’s Indigenous and non-Indigenous communities and the engagement […]

Installation Address

And because my parents never stopped hammering into their children the idea that higher education would open up a new and exciting world for us, enabling us to contribute to the welfare of others, my brother and sisters and I were the first members of our family to attend university. We worked our way through school to pay for our tuition, allowing us to realize our dreams, and those of our parents.

York University, Fermilab agree to joint appointment in support of gigantic neutrino experiment

TORONTO, October 17, 2017 – Neutrinos are tiny, abundant particles of matter that pass unnoticed through us and almost always through the Earth, but the full extent of their role in the universe remains a mystery. Neutrinos may hold the key to fundamental questions about the nature of matter, exploding stars and cosmic evolution. Today, York […]

York U to confer four honorary degrees at fall convocation

Four outstanding individuals will be recognized with honorary degrees at York University's fall convocation ceremonies, taking place Wednesday, Oct. 18 to Friday, Oct. 20. The honorary degrees will mark the contributions of an innovative entrepreneur, a business leader, a social justice activist and a champion of gender equality. Ceremonies on Wednesday and Thursday will take place at […]

A statement from President Rhonda L. Lenton on the tragic death of a student

"It is with great sadness that I inform you that a member of the York University community, a student, died in hospital after being struck by a vehicle near the Keele Campus, late yesterday. Out of respect for the family we are not able to share the student’s name, at this time. On behalf of […]

York University announces student award in honour of Invictus Games

Today, York University President and Vice-Chancellor Rhonda Lenton welcomed the Invictus Games National Flag Tour to York and announced a new award in honour of the Invictus Games in support of increased access to post-secondary education for Canada’s Military personnel and their children. The York University Service Award provides up to $20,000 over four years to a […]

Schulich names new Graduate Study & Research Building in honour of entrepreneurs Rob and Cheryl McEwen

TORONTO – Monday, September 18, 2017 – The Schulich School of Business at York University is proud to announce that its new Graduate Study & Research Building will be named in honour of Rob and Cheryl McEwen, long-time supporters of the School who are known for their leadership, entrepreneurialism and philanthropy. The naming of the […]

Major gift for new telescope opens Universe to York U students, wider community

From left, Faculty of Science Dean Ray Jayawardhana with York U Professor Emeritus Allan Carswell, President and Vice-Chancellor Rhonda Lenton and Univeristy Professor Paul Delaney unveil the sign in Allan Carswell's honour for the new Allan I. Carswell Astronomical Observatory TORONTO, September 14, 2017 – Ever wanted to take a closer peek at the Great Red […]