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York’s Senate vote on program enrollment suspension policy framework

At its meeting on March 27, the York University Senate approved a motion to refer the policy framework for program enrollment suspensions back to its Academic Policy, Planning and Research Committee (APPRC) for further revision, taking into account points made during the Senate discussion.   APPRC next meets on April 3.

Transgender Fund call for applications

The Transgender Fund is an entitlement for YUFA members to support trans health and related services. It was gained during bargaining in 2015-16 and currently appears as Article 26.11 in the Collective Agreement. Beginning May 1, 2024, the fund has a value of $60,000 per annum, and any remaining funds...

YUFA Executive Committee endorses statement regarding the suspension of Professor Lesley Wood

The YUFA Executive Committee has endorsed the following motion regarding the ongoing suspension of Professor Lesley Wood. “The Department of Sociology demands the immediate and full reinstatement of our colleague, Professor Lesley Wood, who has been indefinitely suspended by the York University administration since November 23, 2023. This motion reaffirms...