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The best international science programs for Asian students

By Asian Correspondent Thu, Nov 22, 2012 11:56PM UTC 0 Comment

A quick survey of universities around the world reveals that science and engineering are particularly popular fields with students from Asia. This is especially true at the postgraduate level, where the student population represents a kaleidoscope of nationalities but is decidedly weighted in favor of Asia. This comes as no surprise. Asia was an incubator...

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York University – Faculty of Science and Engineering

By Asian Correspondent Thu, Nov 22, 2012 11:28PM UTC 1 Comment

In the heart of the greater Toronto, York University stands at the centre of Canada’s most multicultural and dynamic region. It’s known for its friendly and diverse student body, dedicated faculty and upstart attitude. A quick scan of the campus reveals innovation popping up everywhere – from the brand-new Life Sciences building (open to students...

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Opportunities in Fine Arts: An exclusive interview with York U faculty dean

By Asian Correspondent Mon, Feb 20, 2012 5:35PM UTC 0 Comment

Pic: York Univeristy Department of Film.

One of North America’s leading schools of performing and visual arts, York University’s Faculty of Fine Arts is internationally recognised for its outstanding professional training and extensive research in the field. The Canadian institute boasts the largest and most comprehensive programs of its kind in the country and is home to almost 3500 students and...

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York U students bring the health benefits of dance to seniors

By York University Faculty of Fine Arts Wed, Feb 08, 2012 7:43AM UTC 0 Comment

The Department of Dance in York University’s Faculty of Fine Arts is spearheading an innovative health initiative that sends students into the community to lead weekly dance activity classes for older adults at partner institutions in the Greater Toronto Area. The program, supported by the Government of Ontario’s Healthy Communities Fund, focuses on the positive...

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Can graphic design help prevent medication errors?

By York University Faculty of Fine Arts Sun, Feb 05, 2012 12:44PM UTC 0 Comment

Typographic variations in lettering may help to distinguish similar medication names and prevent medication errors

Sandra Gabriele, a professor in the Department of Design in York University’s Faculty of Fine Arts, is engaged in research with critical, real-world applications in the healthcare field. As part of her longstanding interest in evaluating graphic design for patient safety, she is exploring the use of typographic principles to differentiate look-alike medication names. Professor...

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