Tag Archives: Faculty of Education

Word, sound and power of Black artists to be celebrated at York U event

TORONTO, February 16, 2022 – York University will be celebrating Black artists with a live broadcast of emotion-evoking and thought-provoking spoken word, R&B and gospel music performances from the Tribute Communities Recital Hall on Feb. 23. Word Sound Power: An Annual Celebration of Black Artistic Expression is hosted by the Jean Augustine Chair in Education, Community […]

York University kicks off Securing Black Futures: A National Partnership to Advance Youth Academic & Career Success

Made possible by $1.2-million donation from RBC Foundation, as part of RBC Future Launch York University has received a $1.2-million donation from the RBC Foundation as part of RBC Future Launch, directly supporting the work of the Jean Augustine Chair in Education, Community and Diaspora, held by well-known educator Professor Carl James — in partnership with colleagues from four universities across the […]

York University launches first-of-its-kind initiative to address barriers for Black youth across Canada

National pan-university program backed by $1.2 million from RBC Foundation as part of RBC Future Launch TORONTO, Oct. 5, 2021 – York University is launching a three-year initiative to enhance the representation of Black youth at universities across Canada by supporting upper-year high school students as they plan for their future such as pursuing post-secondary education or work […]

York University announces partnership with RBC Future Launch, receiving $1.2 million donation in support of Black youth leadership initiatives and Black scholars

TORONTO, March 2, 2021 - York University is pleased to announce it has received a new $1.2 million donation from the RBC Foundation as part of RBC Future Launch, directly supporting the work of the Jean Augustine Chair in Education, Community and Diaspora which is held by well-known educator Professor Carl James. This generous donation […]

Back to School Prep: 10 tips for parents to make reading and math fun

York University experts available to explain how to prevent learning losses TORONTO, August 10, 2020 – With four weeks to go before children return to Ontario elementary schools on Tuesday, September 8, parents are encouraged to keep learning alive in their households to help make for a smoother transition back to the classroom. That’s the […]