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By Jannat Yaqobi

Former Editor

Jannat is a first year Criminology student at York. Along with being part of Excalibur, she is also part of the Criminology Society, SCOLAPS, and the YFS. She has a passion for reading, writing (particularly spoken word and slam), photography, and watching classic and vintage movies. Apart from juggling her busy (and at times hectic) schedule, one can occasionally find Jannat journaling, graphic designing, or watching Golden Girls with her mom or Friends with a cup of black tea.

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YUFA’s strike vote comes to a close

YUFA Executive plan on initiating an online strike mandate vote.

News . February 28, 2022

Recent student polls for response to in-person learning

Unions across campus have been polling students for their take on returning to campus.

News . February 20, 2022

The York community’s take on the NDP’s push to ban hate symbols

The New Democratic Party (NDP) pushes to ban hate symbols in light of the recent protests. What would that look like to Canada?

News . February 18, 2022

The future of exams and open book tests

Should education move towards an open book system for testing? Does memorization equal knowledge?

Editorial . February 13, 2022

Reflections on the Experiential Education Symposium 2022

Faculty and students across York came together virtually to commemorate students who have participated in experiential learning.

News . February 9, 2022

York’s oldest master’s graduate shares her story

An interview with master’s in political science graduate Varatha Shanmuganathan, York’s eldest grad in history.

News . February 4, 2022

Reflections on Consent Action Week 2022

The Centre hosts Consent Action Week to raise awareness and shed light around consent within the York community.

News . February 1, 2022

York Launches stand-alone nursing program

Recent milestones for the Faculty of Health include major progressions for the nursing program and students.

News . December 3, 2021

York signs charter to fight against anti-Black racism

Many universities across Canada, including York, sign a charter to tackle anti-Black racism within campuses.

News . November 30, 2021

Should we be more picky about the music we listen to?

With all honesty, when was the last time you consciously read the lyrics of the music you listen to?

Editorial . November 27, 2021

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