Trip to aid awareness of a ‘barrier free’ world TORONTO, June 22, 2005 -- York University students Corrine Humphreys and Denise Williams left recently to accompany a child with a disability and his parents to Japan’s Expo on a nine-day journey to help raise awareness internationally for a barrier free world and to promote cross-cultural […]
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New research initiative at York U to aid in treatment of childhood developmental disorders
Breakthrough in understanding of children's brain development to help parents set kids on path to emotional, intellectual health TORONTO, June 20, 2005 -- A major new research initiative at York University was formally announced today that will build on new knowledge of the brain’s development, and help set children --including those with developmental disorders -- […]
HON. EDWARD SAUNDERS SAYS YORK LAND DEAL PROCESSES APPROPRIATE, CONFLICT-FREE
The ‘Review of the Sale of Lands by York University’ by the Honourable Edward Saunders was received by Marshall Cohen, Chair, York University Board of Governors on Friday, June 17, 2005 and was presented to the University Board of Governors meeting on Monday, June 20, 2005. As promised, the Review is publicly available on the […]
York U prof links past and present to improve environment’s future
Network in Canadian History and Environment set to shape development of policy TORONTO, June 16, 2005 -- York University Professor Colin Coates sees an important connection between the study of history and the future of the environment -- whether it’s the physical effect of an ancient tsunami on the coast of British Columbia, or the […]
Muslim immigrants face high unemployment and new gender dynamics
Study finds religious practices and political attitudes differ widely amongst groups TORONTO, June 16, 2005 -- York U professor Haideh Moghissi is leading a team of researchers who have made some challenging discoveries about the experience of immigrants of Islamic cultures and how they experience changes occasioned by displacement and migration. Co-investigators in the project are […]
Robbie Robertson receives hon doc from York
TORONTO, June 14, 2005 -- Aboriginal activist and renowned musician Robbie Robertson received an honorary Doctor of Law degree from York University's Faculty of Education today during convocation ceremonies taking place on York's Keele Campus. To see archival photos of Robertson held in York's Clara Thomas Archives, click here. Active in the advancement of aboriginal rights, culture […]
York U honours Carsens for extraordinary contribution to the arts
ACCOLADES TO… Walter and Robert Carsen The “Accolades to” series showcases York University’s vibrant cultural community by profiling faculty, students, alumni and friends who deserve accolades for their outstanding achievements and contributions to the fine arts. Supporting this creative talent, York’s new Accolade buildings will offer Canada's future artists, scholars and educators a state-of-the-art teaching, exhibition and […]
