TORONTO, June 1, 2011 − Faculty of Education students at York University who want to teach abroad will soon be able to graduate with a unique Specialization Option in International Education. Starting in the 2011-12 school year, students entering or currently enrolled in the Bachelor of Education concurrent program at York may tailor their degrees […]
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York University appoints new vice-president, research & innovation
TORONTO, May 31, 2011 – York University is pleased to announce that Robert Haché will assume the role of vice-president, research & innovation for a five-year term, effective July 1, 2011. “I am thrilled that Dr. Haché is coming to York University,” said York President & Vice-Chancellor Mamdouh Shoukri. “Dr. Haché's ideas, experience and skills […]
“Invisi-mom” or “mamazon”? York U prof challenges stereotypes of motherhood with new anthology
TORONTO, May 26, 2011 – Invisimomibility? Mamazon? If these terms aren’t familiar to you, the concepts should be, according to a new book edited by a York University professor. The 21st Century Motherhood Movement: Mothers Speak Out on Why We Need to Change the World and How to Do It, released this week, is touted […]
York prof's happiness research in the news
A York University professor's study on the emotional effect of practicing small acts of kindness was featured on the Globe and Mail and Toronto Star websites today. Myriam Mongrain, associate professor in York's Faculty of Health, charted the effects of being nice to others, in small doses, over the course of a week. Researchers asked […]
Scientific proof for karma? York U study finds small acts of kindness have big impact on emotional well-being
TORONTO, May 17, 2011 – Practicing small acts of kindness will make you a happier person, and the boost in mood stays with you for months, according to research out of York University. More than 700 people took part in a study which charted the effects of being nice to others, in small doses, over […]
York University becomes 17th member of MaRS Innovation
MaRS Innovation to act as commercialization agent for York’s life sciences and technology discoveries, leveraging potential for $70 million in existing research initiatives TORONTO, May 9, 2011 –York University has become the latest member of MaRS Innovation, the commercialization agent for many leading Toronto-based universities, hospitals and research institutes. “York has become one of Canada’s […]
York U’s Michael Faulds coaching East West Bowl this weekend
Former UWO quarterback returning to London as York U Lions offensive co-ordinator TORONTO, May 6, 2011 – Michael Faulds, York University Lions offensive co-ordinator and former University of Western Ontario Mustangs quarterback, returns to London, Ont., this weekend to coach in the East West Bowl. Fresh off the announcement that he will lead the Canadian […]
