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By Sakeina Syed

Former Editor

Sakeina is in her third year at York University studying public administration and creative writing. She is committed to learning and writing about critical issues and uplifting marginalized stories. Outside of Excalibur, you'll most likely find her reading a book or collecting funny cat videos.

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A fork in the road: Unpacking York’s most notorious stereotype

The saying “if you can hold a fork, you can go to York” has plagued York students for decades; we decided to dissect its inaccuracies.

Features . July 23, 2021

Anti-Muslim hate crimes a continued source of fear for Canadian students

Since the London attack a month ago, hate crimes on Canadian Muslims remain ongoing.

News . July 11, 2021

York counts down to lockout period

As the cooldown period end draws closer, is a potential lockout on the horizon for the students and faculty of York?

News . July 1, 2021

New developments underway for York’s Markham Centre Campus

A United Nations leadership training centre and a potential student residence are in the works for York’s Markham campus.

News . June 10, 2021

What can we expect from the province’s reopening?

‘Slow and steady’ appears to characterize the province’s three-step reopening process.

News . June 2, 2021

Pixar’s ‘Soul’ is a grownup movie in a computer-animated package

REVIEW: The film won Best Animated Feature at this year’s Academy Awards.

Arts . May 27, 2021

This year’s Asian Heritage Month highlights the community’s resilience

In the wake of heightened racism and discrimination, Asian communities are sharing strength and solidarity.

News . May 20, 2021

YFS election results emerge with low voter turnout

Less than 500 votes were recorded for just three contested positions during the 2021 YFS elections.

News . April 7, 2021

Job security and equity remain on the table during collective bargaining

A sign-off has occurred relating to a fund for sexual assault survivors.

News . April 6, 2021

York’s media team gets its very own media team

SATIRE: The formation of a media team representing York’s media team has raised a few questions.

News Satire . March 31, 2021

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