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Welcome to the Faculty of Liberal Arts & Professional Studies (LA&PS) at York University! Your future, your degree, your way.

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In our upcoming Vico Lecture, Edward Dunsworth, a historian of labour, migration and politics, explores challenges for social democrats between the two world wars.

🗓️ September 23 from 7 to 8:30 p.m.
📍 Senate Chamber, Ross North N940

Register here 🔗 https://t.co/aT74hjetn7

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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: https://t.co/kQPEEXqxmJ

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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.
https://t.co/skYFBv92Hi

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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.

https://t.co/koNgM3USqf

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Prof. Philip D. Walsh presents a critical realist rethinking of the sociology of knowledge at our new event, "Celebrating the Book".

Register here: https://t.co/U3ugQ8CDJM

🗓️ September 9
🕐 1:30 – 3:30 p.m.
📍 Kaneff Tower, 519

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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: https://t.co/1BEgnCpMLm

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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: https://t.co/TcZW53nsOm

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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 🔗 https://t.co/cwVYLCUxn9

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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 🔗 https://t.co/T3jrEBdg0D

This year’s theme is "Built for Greatness" ✨

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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:
https://t.co/lyN8mTPOQY

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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.

https://t.co/1kSwOoz9rv

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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.
https://t.co/VLTSQThGFB

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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 ✨

https://t.co/5enbvrCRKt

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Congratulations to the inaugural recipients of the LA&PS Co‑op and Work‑Integrated Learning (WIL) Students of the Year awards ✨🏆✨

Mia Soccio and Aminah Anjum were recognized for their exceptional contributions, impact and professional growth 🙌

https://t.co/uOq4qH4QRI

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A celebrated Canadian literary journal with deep roots in the #YorkU community is returning to print ✨📚✨

"Parchment: Contemporary Canadian Jewish Writing" has relaunched after more than a decade since the last issue!

Read more: https://t.co/Mk6llLLO2l

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One of Canada's largest and most competitive Bachelor of Commerce programs 🇨🇦✨💼 Our graduates have gone on to work in accounting, marketing, logistics, banking, human resources and MORE 🧑‍💼📈

Learn all about BCom at York 🔗 https://t.co/un9877Mmzz

#YorkU #studyatyork

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From history textbooks to the Hellenic Parliament in Greece 🏛️🇬🇷

LA&PS students learned the history of modern Greece by exploring island coastlines, historical archives and the lively streets of Athens ✨

Learn more about study abroad at LA&PS:
https://t.co/cwVYLCUxn9

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Congratulations to Professor Marcello Musto! 🎉

Prof. Musto received a Lifetime Achievement Award from the American Sociological Association, recognizing his outstanding contributions to sociological scholarship and the global study of Karl Marx's work.
https://t.co/ijT2Ov130I

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⏳ One month left: Secure your early-bird ticket for #BPM2026!

Join us in Toronto for the 24th International Conference on Business Process Management.

🔗 Register now: https://t.co/GWd6Jkd7ZN

📅 Early-bird registration closes on July 14, 2026.

See you in #Toronto!

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Congratulations to Professor Enakshi Dua, who has earned the Equity and Social Justice Award from the Ontario Confederation of University Faculty Associations (OCUFA) 🙌

Read more here: https://t.co/H2LW9fN55F