50th Anniversary Gala

In May 2015, the Faculty of Science hosted a gala to celebrate the many successes and achievements of the past 50 years.

“I am delighted to celebrate the wonderful occasion of the 50th anniversary of the Faculty of Science. At the heart of any research-intensive institution is scientific discovery, and York University is no exception. The Faculty of Science is situated quite literally at the heart of our campus, and the innovations of this Faculty over the course of its history at York have given life to some of our most celebrated accomplishments as an institution.”York University President and Vice-Chancellor Mamdouh Shoukri

More than 160 attendees, including staff, faculty, retirees, students, alumni and friends of the Faculty, came to raise a glass to the rich history and the contributions York University has made in the sciences. Award-winning CBC journalist Piya Chattpoadhyay acted as master of ceremonies for the evening. The gala was held at the Bellvue Manor.

“This is a wonderful time of celebration and renewal for the Faculty of Science. As we raise a toast to five remarkable decades of discovery, learning, innovation, engagement and impact, we are inspired to reach for even greater heights in the years and decades ahead.”Faculty of Science Dean Ray Jayawardhana

Then, following remarks by Vice-President Academic and Provost Rhonda Lenton, past deans of the Faculty were recognized with special awards for their roles in steering the Faculty of Science through its expansion (and number of name changes) over the years to what it is today.