TORONTO, Oct. 22, 2015 – A York University law professor’s recommendations are the first step toward ensuring any multilateral agreement coming out of the Paris climate change negotiations will block oil companies from filing investor-state dispute resolution (ISDS) lawsuits. Gus Van Harten of Osgoode Hall Law School proposed specific wording to safeguard against ISDS lawsuits […]
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York University experts available for comment on Halloween traditions and trends
TORONTO, Oct. 22, 2015 – With Halloween fast approaching, York University experts can offer perspectives on the evolution of Halloween, children’s favourite costumes, and the need to be sensitive to offensive stereotypes. Nicholas Rogers, distinguished research professor in the Department of History, Faculty of Liberal Arts & Professional Studies and author of Halloween: From Pagan […]
York U golf tournament surpasses $5 million mark in fundraising for student financial aid
As the title sponsor, 407 ETR extends support to student athletes in addition to graduate studies and Lassonde School of Engineering at York University TORONTO, October 21, 2015 – York University gets continued support from 407 ETR including through the recent York University Lions Cup Golf Tournament. The tournament raised more than $111,000 this year […]
York U technology researcher receives $1.5 million in funding from Chinese firm
TORONTO, October 19, 2015 — York University’s Lassonde School of Engineering has received $1.5 million in funding from China based software firm iFlytek, recently. The funding will support technology research led by Professor Hui Jiang in the Department of Electrical Engineering and Computer Science. “With this generous donation, our Lassonde School of Engineering will continue […]
York University experts available for comment on the Trans-Pacific Partnership
The tentative deal arrived at today by the 12 members of the Trans-Pacific Partnership is expected to have wide-ranging impact for many sectors of the economy. The following experts from York University are available for comment: Bernard Wolf, Professor Emeritus and Director of the Certificate in Managing International Trade and Investment at the Schulich School […]
Osgoode Hall Law School introduces free Learning and Leading Series for students
Osgoode Hall Law School of York University will provide free professional development programming to all of its students starting in May with the launch of its Learning and Leading Series. The Learning and Leading Series will be unique to Osgoode and will complement the Law School’s current course offerings in select areas as well as […]
York U experts available on back-to-school topics
TORONTO, September 2, 2015 – It’s the start of a new academic year with new challenges for students, parents and teachers. York University experts are available for media interviews on various topics related to student success, including how parents and teachers may help children and young adults achieve their goals. Janet Morrison, York University Vice-Provost Students, […]
