There's an ape for that: Toronto Zoo orangutans may get iPad
York University animal behaviour expert Professor Suzanne MacDonald is working with the Toronto Zoo to line up suitable primate-friendly apps so the orangutans can video chat.
Nominations are due March 2 for master of McLaughlin College position
Nominations or applications for the position of master of McLaughlin College are due by Friday, March 2.
Canada's - and York's - connection to first PC detailed in new book
Inventing the PC: The MCM/70 Story by Professor Zbigniew Stachniak, curator of the York University Computer Museum, details the vision involved in creating the first personal computer.
Where you sit: student swaps roles with president
As winner of the Pres4aDay contest, Rabia Sajun will be busy today filling in for York President & Vice-Chancellor Mamdouh Shoukri while he comes in by bus and attends her classes.
Allan Hutchinson named dean of grad studies and AVP
Osgoode Professor Allan Hutchinson has been appointed York's associate vice-president graduate and dean of the Faculty of Graduate Studies, after serving in an interim capacity.
Flags lowered to half-mast in memory of Professor Margaret Sinclair
York's flags will be flying at half-mast from 9am Feb. 28 until 1pm Feb. 29 in memory of education Professor Margaret Sinclair.
Aboriginal students to hold symposium with powwow
The Aboriginal Students Association at York will hold a two-day symposium to discuss Aboriginal issues before Saturday's annual powwow in Vari Hall.
Five track & field Lions crowned OUA champions
The track and field Lions men's and women's teams brought home five gold, four silver and four bronze medals, and smashed several personal and season's best performances.
Global eco-feminist Vandana Shiva to speak at York
Shiva and Aboriginal activist Clayton Thomas-Muller will participate in a panel discussion on Feb. 29 at 6pm about the environmental consequences of modern agriculture and food production.
Youth with autism face high rates of bullying, says study of parents
A study by York researchers has found that youth with Autism Spectrum Disorder experience high rates of bullying, which is linked to a higher incidence of mental health issues.