Governor General inducts 27 York alumni and faculty into The Order of Canada
New appointees to include The Honourable Sandra Chapnik, and Osgoode Hall distinguished research professor, Janet Walker.
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Fearing the future and the worry of finding employment after graduation
Almost two full years into the pandemic, remote work and Zoom interviews, post secondary students continue to face stressors when searching for a job.
Interview: York professor and Toronto Reel Asian International Film Festival’s spotlight artist, Ali Kazimi
Excalibur sits down with Ali Kazimi to talk about his work in documentary, the festival itself, and the importance of archive accessibility.
Profile: Tina Jung
A closer look at York alumna and actress, Tina Jung, and her role in the third season of the award-nominated female-run sitcom, ‘Second Jen’.
Canada’s youth cannot be the generation left behind
COVID-19 is impacting students’ career prospects and mental health – perhaps more than their physical health.
Trey Anthony is a ‘Black Girl in Love (with Herself)’
The prolific playwright, TV show creator, and author chats about digging deep, being true to herself, and reinventing her life in her new book, ‘Black Girl in Love (with Herself): A Guide to Self-Love, Healing, and Creating the Life You Truly Deserve’ (Hay House Inc., Jan 5, 2021).
CBC documentary explores childhood development amid increased screen use
Dan Riskin explores how brain development is being impacted by screen time, while Professor Kate Tilleczek points to the issue of how screens are affecting education.
Queer and…?
The story of York students who are both a part of the LGBTQ+ and POC community.
York alumnus appointed to Canada Basketball’s board of directors
Paul Jones, all-star alumnus and Raptors broadcaster, was recently appointed to Canada Basketball’s board of directors.
Exercise injury is common, serious, and easily avoidable
The idea of home exercise has become the norm during a pandemic, however, it can be dangerous due to improper technique and a lack of warmup and cooldown.