#CollisionfromHome is making its mark as conversations heat up between tech entrepreneurs and journalists, venture capitalists and activists, all bringing their insights to bear on global challenge and change in 2020. With 130,000 platform-hosted attendee chats sparked by the presentations, Day 2 brought together diverse perspectives on everything from climate to politics in the digital information age—and tech’s role as both a source of controversy and a force for good. The third and final day features another […]
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Gearing up for Day 2 of #CollisionfromHome
This week, thousands of attendees are taking part in COLLISION’s web-hosted talks and networking sessions, all about technology’s role in current global challenges. On day 1, more than 32,000 attendees from over 140 different countries heard 634 speakers. Among them was York University President Rhonda Lenton, who joined tech innovators and thought leaders to share […]
Collision from Home – Day 1
This June 23-25, 2020, the York University School of Continuing Studies will be present at COLLISION 2020, North-America’s fastest-growing technology conference. The School of Continuing Studies joins thousands of attendees who will log in virtually to take part in talks, workshops, panels and networking sessions with innovators, company founders, investors, activists, educators, and thought leaders discussing how to solve […]
School of Continuing Studies Launches Four New Certificates in Blockchain Development, Information Privacy and People Analytics
TORONTO, ONTARIO, June 22, 2020 – The York University School of Continuing Studies announces the debut of four new continuing professional education programs that will help retrain and reskill Canada’s future workforce. TORONTO, ONTARIO, June 22, 2020 – The York University School of Continuing Studies announces the debut of four new continuing professional education programs that […]
School of Continuing Studies Introduces Online Speaker Series
At the School of Continuing Studies, we know that the COVID-19 crisis has taken an emotional and mental toll on many of our students. In this time of uncertainty, Continuing Studies students are dealing with many concerns, such as keeping up with their studies, their health and well-being, finding employment during a time of crisis, or, for students studying away from home, struggling with […]
The York University English Language Institute holds its second annual spelling bee
On February 6th, 2020, the York University English Language Institute (YUELI) held its 2nd annual spelling bee. The audience was packed with students and instructors who came out to watch and support the 17 students participating in the friendly competition. As the spelling bee started, contestants nailed words like ‘participation’, ‘survey’, and ‘individual’ with […]
5 Years of Continuing Professional Education at York
It’s been an amazing first 5 years at the School of Continuing Studies. In this time, we’ve hit some astonishing milestones and made a big impression in the GTA and education markets. Created in 2015 by amalgamating one of North America’s largest English Language Institutes (YUELI) with the former Division of Continuing Education (DCE), York established […]
School of Continuing Studies celebrates 1,000 per cent growth for 5-year anniversary
This month, the York University School of Continuing Studies celebrated its fifth anniversary. Created in 2015 by amalgamating one of North America’s largest English Language Institutes (YUELI) with the former Division of Continuing Education (DCE), York established one of the largest schools of its kind in Canada and officially committed to becoming a national and […]
PR and Marketing students attend panel discussion with Post-Graduate Certificate in Public Relations advisory council members
Thank you to Joanne Rider, Nikki Laoutaris and Rhonda McMichael, advisory council members for the Post-Graduate Certificate in Public Relations, for speaking to our Public Relations and Digital and Content Marketing students on November 21. Hosted by The School of Continuing Studies, and organized by Program Manager Todd Rich, the Q&A format of the event was a great opportunity […]
A CPA Information Session for the aspiring accounting professional
Sean Mullin takes joy in helping others prepare for their careers and navigate the next step in their professional journey. So much so, that he’s made a career out of it! Sean is a public speaker, devoted teacher, and recruiter for the Chartered Professional Accountants of Ontario. If you’re an accounting student considering earning your […]