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Psychology student wins free tuition contest

Lucas Quevedo, a first-year psychology student in the Faculty of Health, is this year's winner of York University's annual free tuition contest.

Reduce the spread of respiratory viruses this fall season

Each fall, the rates of respiratory viruses such as influenza and COVID-19 increase. Following the layers of protection approach to public health can help reduce the spread.

York U's Muscle Health Research Centre ranks fourth globally

The ScholarGPS Institutional Rankings have placed York University’s Muscle Health Research Centre among the leading institutions worldwide in this field of study based on its impact and leadership over the past five years. 

York U hosts, plays in inaugural women’s field hockey championship

York University is hosting the inaugural 2024 Field Hockey Canada U Sports Invitational Championship, where the York Lions women's field hockey team will compete for a gold medal.

Professor emeritus pioneers research on bilingualism's impact

Ellen Bialystok, a distinguished research professor emeritus at York University, is making landmark contributions to our understanding of bilingualism, dementia and cognitive health.

Two initiatives celebrate Circular Economy Month, advance sustainability

York University is contributing to Circular Economy Month with initiatives promoting efforts to reuse existing materials and advance sustainability on campus. 

York University powers up first electric buses in Ontario post-secondary sector

This fall, York University became the first post-secondary institution in the province to put electric buses on the road to shuttle community members between campuses.

York University leads global water sustainability effort

York University is serving as the academic lead for a pioneering virtual course that aims to tackle the complex challenge of global water insecurity.

Lassonde, k2i academy celebrate work-integrated learning

A Lassonde School of Engineering and k2i (kindergarten to industry) academy event celebrated work produced by students in the Bringing STEM to Life program that advanced sustainability goals.

In pictures: Fall Convocation celebrates Class of 2024

York University's Fall Convocation wrapped up on Oct. 25, after four days of celebration and inspiration at the Keele Campus. Relive some of the highlights through YFile's photo gallery.