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York Federation of Students optimistic going into the new academic year, focusing on education and outreach.
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The Canadian Federation of Students of Ontario condemns York and supports student unions
Amid the current controversy, the CFS confirms they are supporting the three student unions in their on-going dispute with York University
York and YFS in hot water over $15 million lawsuit
The class action lawsuit centers on alleged incidents of antisemitism, representing current students, recent alumni, and attendees from 1998-2021.
After reading week: York reacts to the Israel-Hamas conflict
On Oct. 16, several on-campus events shed light on the conflict’s impact on students and communities at York.
The York Federation of Students speaks out
Here’s a look at Excalibur’s one-on-one interview with Ashley D’Souza, President of the York Federation of Students.
York student unions support solidarity statement with Palestine
After facing serious remedial action warnings from York administration, the unions have decided to stand by their statement from three weeks ago.
York calls for student unions to take remedial actions for their statement of solidarity with Palestine
In a new statement issued by York, the three student unions must meet the university’s requests by Oct. 25 or face repercussions.
York student unions face major backlash after releasing a statement in support of Palestine
A statement made by three student unions (YFS, YUGSA, and GCSU) on Oct. 12 receives strong reactions from Hillel and York administration.
Recent student polls for response to in-person learning
Unions across campus have been polling students for their take on returning to campus.
A look into the YFS Access Centre’s ASL classes
For several years, the YFS’s Access Centre has pursued their goals of providing accessibility through free ASL classes.