AMPD Prof Janine Marchessault is building global alliances in media archiving. Her work focuses on initiatives like the Global Audiovisual Archiving (GAVA) Conference, which supports community-led archives worldwide. Learn more: ampd.yorku.ca/news-events/ #YUPositiveChange

Anne Sullivan, who will join AMPD as an assistant professor in January 2025, has been named a 2024 HEVGA Fellow! Anne's work in game design and research is shaping the future of gaming education. 🎮 Read more: ampd.yorku.ca/ampd-professor…

The annual issue of Ascend, York University’s magazine dedicated to research & innovation, is now live! Discover more about York’s community of changemakers, including the faculty featured in the cover story on the new Markham Campus. Visit yorku.ca/ascend #YUResearch

Join Prof Melissa Davis at the Harbourfront Centre on Sunday, Aug 18 for an afternoon of gospel and inspirational songs. Enjoy this live music experience as part of the Summer Music in the Garden Series (weather permitting). Admission is free. Learn more: harbourfrontcentre.com/event/songs-of…

This summer, AMPD hosted its first Global Eco-Arts Residency at York's Las Nubes EcoCampus in Costa Rica. Led by Profs Brandon Vickerd & Laura Levin, students created art projects focused on ecological justice Learn more: bit.ly/3T0aKjd #YUPositiveChange

A collaborative research-creation project, led by Prof Mary Bunch & Queen’s U artist Dolleen Tiswaii’ashii Manning, combines VR technology with Anishinaabe philosophy to create an immersive 3D experience. Learn more: bit.ly/3AvuVz9 #YUResearch

A @YorkUAMPD-Queen’s art project uses virtual reality & Mnidoo-worlding, an Ojibwe Anishinaabe philosophy, to explore the hidden worlds found in drops of water. Read more: bit.ly/3AvuVz9 | #YUResearch

Our York U Motion Media Studio (YUMMS) is partnering with the OYA Black Arts Coalition for the Industry Talks 2.0 series! This collaboration aims to empower diverse voices within the entertainment industry. #YUPositiveChange #AMPD Learn more: bit.ly/4e1WVsz

Yesterday, we welcomed our newest cohort of AMPD students at orientation! We're so excited to see the exciting work, collaborative projects and friendships that will blossom this year. 🌟#AMPD

Prof and Dean of AMPD Sarah Bay-Cheng weighs in on the open invitation to suggest names and branding for Toronto's WNBA team. Bay-Cheng says team names in the WNBA carry strong social and cultural connections. bit.ly/4g461XI | Sarah Bay-Cheng York U AMPD Gilbert Ngabo Toronto Star

A warm welcome to all new and returning members of the #YorkU community as we begin the 2024-25 academic year! Together, I am confident we will continue to catalyze positive change for a brighter, more sustainable, and more equitable future. #StartStrongYU #AreYouReady

We're excited to kick off another academic year, filled with creative exploration, innovation and discovery. Dean Sarah Bay-Cheng shares a special welcome video for our students as we set off on a year of achievements, growth and artistic breakthroughs. #AMPD

AMPD alumni and students shine on the global stage at #TIFF2024! As we kick off the 49th Toronto International Film Festival, join us in celebrating the boundary-pushing films crafted by our talented community. 🌟 Learn more: bit.ly/4dQiVqS #AMPD

Prof Anna Hudson is facilitating a collaborative research project that explores the interconnectedness of traditional Arctic food to the knowledge, language and cultural practices of Inuit Nunangat communities in Nunavut. #YUResearch Learn more: bit.ly/3X9ImxC

Our 2023-24 Annual Report is out now. From successes in research, teaching and learning to impressive achievements from our students, alumni and faculty - we have a lot to celebrate! Dive in and see how our collective efforts are shaping the future: bit.ly/4e3tLcU

AMPD alumn Amar Wala (BFA '08) has been featured in Toronto Star as a "breakout star" in Canadian Film for his feature debut Shook, which premiered at #TIFF24! 🎥🌟 Read the article: bit.ly/3B93JGD

An exciting lineup of AMPD theatre and dance performances awaits! From powerful plays to innovative choreography, this season’s talent will captivate and inspire audiences. Learn more & get tickets 📅: bit.ly/3z9xQxf #AMPD

As part of his visit to #TIFF24, Prime Minister Justin Trudeau toured the Cinespace Film Studios & stopped by the York University Motion Media Studio (YUMMS). During the visit, he met with AMPD students & joined them for a film pitch workshop. 🎬 Read: bit.ly/4d5hQdi

Prof and Dean Sarah Bay-Cheng, and co-author, write an op-ed about the future of moviegoing, a topic of discussion at the TIFF Industry conference. bit.ly/3ZmrrcI | Sarah Bay-Cheng York U AMPD The Conversation Canada

AMPD Professors Anna Hudson and Taien Ng-Chan have secured CFI funding for groundbreaking projects. Leveraging VR & XR technology, both initiatives aim to foster equity, diversity and inclusion and allow community building. Learn more: bit.ly/47tKvYs #YUPositiveChange