1. A conflict of interest exists when there is a disjuncture between a governor’s personal interests, financial or otherwise, or a governor’s professional interests, and his or her fiduciary obligations to the University. A conflict of interest situation affects not only a governor but also all of his or her non-arm’s length relationships, including but […]
Policy That research is an integral function of a university community, and that it is the responsibility of a university to maintain a favourable environment for research by its members, and to ensure that all research is consistent with the goals of the university. That freedom of researchers to publish any of the results of […]
Description: Denies official status to fraternities and sororities Preamble From its inception, York University sought to discourage the appearance of fraternities and sororities on campus and to dissuade students from membership in such organizations. The University has been concerned by three potentially negative aspects of the fraternity/sorority system: Such organizations might deflect students from active […]
Policy It is the policy of York University to endeavour to create and maintain a learning environment characterized by equitable conditions for all students. In order to further that goal and to ensure the continuing integrity of academic standards, it is expected that instructors who have a close personal relationship with a student who desires […]
Description: Policy and procedure to adjudicate allegations of misconduct in academic research A. Policy 1. Principles and Goals York University affirms that all members of the University have the obligation to maintain the highest standards of conduct in research. In order to maximize the quality and benefits of research, a positive research environment is required. […]
Description: Senate Policy defining the responsibilities of full-time faculty members and providing guidelines for defining abuse of these responsibilities specifically in terms of employment outside the University. I. Introduction The Special Committee on Paid Employment Outside the University was charged to review the responsibilities of full-time faculty members in the areas of scholarship, teaching, and […]
