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Enhancing the student, staff and faculty experience at York University
The Student Systems Renewal Program (SSRP), in collaboration York community members, is transforming the student, faculty and staff experience. The SSRP project is cultivating York pride by establishing a strong sense of purpose while strengthening the University’s culture of Service Excellence.
Making York a better place to work and learn
York's vision for Service Excellence was developed to enhance the quality and efficiency of services that advance the University’s vision. The Service Excellence Program (SEP) enables this vision by co-creating solutions with the York community that are user-focused and collaborative, to make daily work simpler, faster and more efficient.
Recognizing excellence in storytelling and brand
Over the past year, York University’s campaigns have continued to be recognized on the world stage for its excellence in generating awareness of and enhancing the reputation of York.
Raising awareness of student well-being
In 2022, students completed the Canadian Campus Wellbeing Survey (CCWS), which enabled the University to learn about their well-being needs and support its diverse student population.
Strengthening community inclusion and well-being
Over the last year, the Centre for Human Rights, Equity & Inclusion (CHREI) worked to strengthen the York community’s sense of inclusion and well-being by delivering 128 training sessions to 3,752 faculty, staff and students. These sessions included Rights, Equity, Diversity, Decolonization & Inclusion (REDDI) and Anti-Racism workshops, as well as customized sessions tailored to community requests.
Federal government awards $1.5 million to support anti-racism research, KMb
In April 2022, the federal budget allocated a transformative provision of $1.5 million for the Jean Augustine Chair in Education, Community, and Diaspora at the Faculty of Education. This funding ensures long-term support for research that creates pathways to quality education for Black youth.
New chancellor marks historic first at York
York University began a historic era when it installed Kathleen Taylor as its 14th chancellor, marking the first time a woman has held the position of Chancellor at the University. As chancellor, Taylor will drive positive change as she connects with students at convocation ceremonies and helps to advance institutional priorities.
Improving digital coverage of Black excellence
To address disparities in Black content on Wikipedia and Wikidata, the York University Libraries partnered with the University of Toronto, Toronto Metropolitan University and the Toronto Public Library to host the Black Histories Wikipedia and Wikidata Edit-a-thon in February 2023.
Fostering a culture of service excellence
In Winter 2022, Human Resources completed a reorganization, to enhance its role as university partners and fosters a culture of service excellence. The reorganization began in 2019 and models the David Ulrich HR Business Partner model, which streamlines service delivery with HR professionals serving as trusted advisors, change agents, employee champions, and administrative expertise.
Honouring exceptional changemakers
York University celebrated the Fall 2022 and Spring 2023 Convocation ceremonies with a distinguished and diverse lineup of individuals who were recognized for their positive impact in areas ranging from human rights advocacy and environmental activism to innovation and entrepreneurship:
Working in partnership to promote a safe and inclusive community
Governed by core values of diversity and inclusion, York University is committed to creating an inclusive and equitable campus environment where everyone feels welcomed, respected and safe. In February 2022, the University formed an internal expert panel to undertake a review of its security services – an action first identified in the Action Plan on Black Inclusion: A Living Document for Action.
Promoting well-being at York
Work is underway for York University’s new Well-being Strategy, with a draft version released for community input in Fall 2023. This strategy both continues and elevates York’s longstanding commitment to the health and well-being of its community members.
York ranks in top 40 of prestigious global rankings for SDGs impact
York University continues to be recognized globally as a progressive university committed to addressing globally complex challenges through quality education and innovative research and partnerships, evidenced by its strong showing in various university rankings.
York launches first of a kind Decolonization, Equity, Diversity and Inclusion Strategy
In May 2023, York University launched its Decolonizing, Equity, Diversity and Inclusion (DEDI) Strategy, marking a vital moment in York’s history that brings it closer to realizing its vision and living its values of a welcoming, diverse and inclusive learning environment.
Designing sustainable programs for municipalities
In September 2022, York University and the Town of Newmarket partnered to realize their shared vision of creating healthy and prosperous communities. The five-year partnership aims to bolster education, professional development and research in ways that improve lives, institutions and environmental sustainability.
Advancing the SDGs through transformative partnership
In March 2023, York University renewed its transformative partnership with UNITAR, the Regional Municipality of York and York Regional Police, which aims to deliver joint training and professional development activities targeting government officials, leaders, civil society and other interested parties in support of the SDGs.