On Friday, April 30 at 12 p.m. ET, join 91ÑÇÉ« President and Vice-Chancellor Rhonda L. Lenton, 91ÑÇÉ« Alumni Board Chair Francesca Accinelli (BFA ’92), 91ÑÇÉ« alumni and staff for , a special virtual conversation about the opportunities, challenges and priorities for the University in 2021 and beyond.
In the face of unprecedented challenges created by COVID-19, 91ÑÇÉ« has adapted, innovated and persevered, allowing the University to continue pursuing academic, research and professional excellence. 91ÑÇÉ« remains a community of change leaders, who are using teaching, research, volunteerism, entrepreneurship and innovation to build more inclusive and resilient communities, both here at home and around the world.
Topics that will be covered at this event include how the University is working to expand 91ÑÇɫ’s leadership in higher education, strengthen its impact on the UN’s Sustainable Development Goals, and drive positive change in local and global communities.
A panel of guests will join Lenton to discuss how to build a better future for all Canadians through action on sustainability, social justice and global engagement. The event will also include a spoken word performance by Luke Reece (BA ’15), AMPD alumnus and recipient of 91ÑÇɫ’s inaugural Top 30 Changemakers Under 30 list.
Panelists taking part in the event are:
- Dean of the School of the Arts, Media, Performance and Design Sarah Bay-Cheng,
- Joseph Smith (BA ’11, BEd ’12, MEd ’14), alumnus and consultant/facilitator at Morneau Shepell,
- Hanaa Ameer, a fourth-year undergraduate student in the health management program.
Guests have the opportunity to ask questions in advance of and during the event. Questions can be submitted to alumni@yorku.ca before April 16.
Tickets are complimentary, but registration is required. A link to the virtual event will be provided to registered guests. .