Learn how we think, while thinking differently 🤔💭 Cognitive science is the scientific study of the mind and its processes. Learn more about Cognitive Science at York University 🔗 yorku.ca/laps/phil/cognitive… #cognitivescience #yorkuniversity #studyatyorku #machinelearning

This event brings together a constellation of thinkers and practitioners from diverse disciplines to engage with the most pressing questions of our time. "ScALE" - the 5th Annual Alchemy Lecture 🗓️ October 29 | 5 p.m. to 8 p.m. 📍Accolade East yorku.ca/laps/the-alchemy-le…

Join co-authors of "Anti-Asian Racism and the COVID-19 Pandemic in Canada", as they examine the surge in anti‑Asian racism during and after the pandemic. CELEBRATING THE BOOK 🗓️ October 20 🕑 2:30 – 5:00 p.m. 📍 Kaneff Tower, 519 Register here: yorku.ca/laps/soci/experienc…

On #WorldTeachersDay, we congratulate our recipients of the Ian Greene Award for Teaching Excellence ✨🏆✨ This award recognizes educators who foster student achievement, enrich learning experiences and strengthen engagement 🙌 Read more 🔗 yorku.ca/yfile/2026/10/02/la…

We're thrilled to share the news that Dr. Sarita Srivastava (@SaritaToronto) has been appointed as the next Dean of LA&PS ✨ Her five-year term will begin on July 1, 2027 Read more in this announcement by @YorkUPresident Lisa Philipps: yorku.ca/yfile/2026/09/30/ap…

Join us at the Indigenous Lecture Series 🧡 Prof. Keith Richotte Jr. explores how the U.S. government came to have broad legal power over Native American nations, despite the deeply flawed ideas this power was based upon. Learn more: yorku.ca/laps/soci/experienc…

We can’t wait to meet our future Lions at the Ontario Universities’ Fair (OUF) ✨ Scan your OUEvents Pass at our booth to receive information and advice about applying to our programs. 🗓️ Sep 26 - 27 📍Metro Toronto Convention Centre, South Building 🔗 ouevents.ca/ouevents-pass

Own your power to ignite change. Our dynamic Gender, Sexuality & Women's Studies program is on the cutting edge of critical and intersectional studies in sex, gender and sexuality ✨👩‍🎓✨ Learn more: yorku.ca/laps/gsws/undergrad… #genderstudies #womensstudies #yorku #yorkuniversity

Three of our recent grads share their experiences and extend their gratitude to the Department of Economics 🎓❤️ Congratulations to our alumni, we wish you success as you proceed in your academic and professional journeys ✨ Read more: yorku.ca/laps/newsroom/2026/…

Children understand more about beliefs than researchers once thought 🧠 New research from Assistant Professor Laura K. Soter explores how children understand beliefs and how new evidence can influence whether someone changes their mind. yorku.ca/yfile/2026/08/28/ho…

Congratulations to Associate Professor Nick Taylor, who was named a 2026 Fellow of the Higher Education Video Game Alliance (HEVGA) 🎮🎉 The fellowship recognizes scholars who have made important contributions to video game design, theory and research. yorku.ca/laps/newsroom/2026/…

Prof. Philip D. Walsh presents a critical realist rethinking of the sociology of knowledge at our new event, "Celebrating the Book". Register here: yorku.ca/laps/soci/experienc… 🗓️ September 9 🕐 1:30 – 3:30 p.m. 📍 Kaneff Tower, 519

What exactly is mental imagery—and how much does it shape the way we think? 🧠 New research led by our Associate Professor Kevin Lande challenges assumptions about the role of mental imagery in perception and cognition. Read more: yorku.ca/yfile/2026/08/14/re…

This fall, the Department of Sociology continues its lecture series "Celebrating the Book", showcasing the work of our faculty ✨ Each event features an engaging talk where the author discusses themes and contributions of their latest book! Read more: yorku.ca/laps/newsroom/2026/…

Learning looked a little different for our students in Portugal 🇵🇹 In "Anthropology Through the Visual", they explored the city through its streets, neighbourhoods, coastlines, industrial spaces, and everyday stories. Learn about Study Abroad at LA&PS 🔗 yorku.ca/laps/study-abroad/

An evening dedicated to celebrating our Black student community ❤️ On August 13, Black Excellence at York University hosts its 6th Annual Welcome Event! Register here 🔗 machform.apps01.yorku.ca/mac… This year’s theme is "Built for Greatness" ✨

Does a person's gender impact the financial advice they receive? 👩💰👨 New research suggests that financial advice may not be as objective as you'd think. Daniel Richards from our School of Administrative Studies has co-authored a new revelatory study: yorku.ca/yfile/2026/07/31/be…

Bringing history and philosophy to life with live performance 🎭 Eric Bronson, from our Department of Humanities, is making academia accessible to new audiences with his new one-person show "The Last Hornblower" at the Hamilton Fringe Festival. yorku.ca/yfile/2026/07/22/fr…

As another challenging wildfire season unfolds... 🔥🌲 Should the federal government create a new national agency to manage wildfire response – or revamp the current system? 🇨🇦 Professors Eric Kennedy & Ali Asgary offer their perspectives on the debate. yorku.ca/yfile/2026/07/22/pl…

Supporting French language educators across Ontario 🇨🇦⚜️🇫🇷 Dominique Scheffel‑Dunand helped develop a new platform connecting French as a Second Language teachers with professional learning resources and opportunities to collaborate ✨ yorku.ca/laps/newsroom/2026/…