TORONTO, January 28, 2009 -- British music specialist Dorothy de Val steps into the spotlight with her English country dance music ensemble Playford’s Pleasure in “Flirting with Mr. Darcy”, the third performance in the Faculty Concert Series of York University’s Music Department. Revisit romance with an evening of lighthearted dance music from the age of Jane […]
CUPE 3903’s last offer was more than double University's offer for settlement
Union added back previously dropped items TORONTO, January 27, 2009 -- On Wednesday, Jan. 21 Premier McGuinty announced that he would send in his top mediator, Reg Pearson and provide him “with a limited amount of time to explore the possibilities of bringing the sides together” to “give this one more shot.” York welcomed […]
York Parking Update
TORONTO, January 27, 2009 -- Parking Services is endeavouring to make the transition to the expected return to campus as easy as possible. There are many different scenarios that relate to this complex situation, therefore we encourage you to visit our website at www.yorku.ca/parking and visit our Frequently Asked Questions section for updated information. You […]
The Evolution of Gospel Music a Showcase in Song at York U
TORONTO, January 26, 2009 -- The Evolution of Gospel Music, conceived and directed by powerhouse Karen Burke with Corey Butler, celebrates Black history through live music, drama and dance showcasing five eras of gospel. Prepare to be moved and energized by the power and spirit of gospel music February 6 at York University’s Tribute Communities Recital […]
New Dean of Faculty of Liberal Arts & Professional Studies appointed
TORONTO, January 26, 2009 -- Professor Martin Singer has been named the inaugural dean of the new Faculty of Liberal Arts & Professional Studies. The new Faculty, encompassing humanities, social sciences and related professional studies, will merge the Faculty of Arts and the Atkinson Faculty of Liberal and Professional Studies and create one of the […]
Premier recalls legislature to pass back-to-work legislation
TORONTO, January 24, 2009 -- Premier Dalton McGuinty has recalled the Ontario legislature on Sunday 25 Jan at 1pm in order to pass back-to-work-legislation to bring an end to the strike by CUPE 3903 at York University. This is the text of the Premier’s statement: “On Wednesday, I asked Ontario's top labour mediator, Reg Pearson, […]
TTC buses return to campus daily @ 5:30 p.m.
TORONTO, January 23, 2009 -- As of Monday Jan. 26th , buses run by the Toronto Transit Commission will pick up and drop off passengers at their regular stops on the Keele campus starting at 5:30pm on weekdays, now that CUPE has confirmed that picketing ends at 5 pm. Previously, buses only came onto campus […]
