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York University excels in the 2026 QS World University Rankings, with AMPD's Performing Arts ranking third in Canada and in the global Top 100

Posted on March 26, 2026

The 2026 QS World University Rankings by Subject has placed York University's School of the Arts, Media, Performance & Design (AMPD) among the top 100 globally and third in Canada for Performing Arts. This year's rankings evaluated close to 2,000 universities across 55 academic disciplines. York University jumped 20 spots in rankings and saw its highest-ever number […]

Connected Minds research residency brings international performance companies to AMPD

Posted on March 18, 2026

Co-led by AMPD Professors Laura Levin and Michael Wheeler, 'Creative Collectivities' is one of five projects funded through the inaugural Connected Minds Team Grants.

Theatre alumna Rachel McAdams honoured with star on Hollywood Walk of Fame

Posted on January 22, 2026

Rachel McAdams (BFA ’01), Academy Award nominated actress and an alumna of York University’s School of the Arts, Media, Performance & Design, has received a star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame.

AMPD Professor Ian Garrett named York University Teaching Fellow

Posted on January 19, 2026

A new initiative involving AMPD faculty will strengthen teaching and learning at York University by empowering faculty members to lead innovation in pedagogy across disciplines.

Four AMPD graduate students among Elia Scholars program recipients

Posted on December 16, 2025

The Elia Scholars program provides multi-year funding to support first-year doctoral students poised to make transformative contributions.

A year of alumni achievements, recognition and new work

Posted on December 5, 2025

As the 2025 year comes to a close, we’re highlighting alumni from York University’s School of the Arts, Media, Performance and Design (AMPD) who continue to make an impact across creative industries.

Professor Rebecca Caines explores AI and Creativity in the classroom

Posted on November 10, 2025

'Creating with AI' is part of the Creative Technologies program at York’s Markham Campus, where students combine artistic and technological approaches to emerging media.

AMPD welcomes five new faculty members

Posted on September 11, 2025

This fall, AMPD welcomes five new faculty members. These accomplished artists, performers and educators bring a wealth of experience and fresh perspectives that will help shape the future of innovation and creativity at AMPD.

Five AMPD faculty members awarded SSHRC funding for study on performance and politics

Posted on August 21, 2025

The project will be led by five Professors in the Department of Thetare, Dance & Performance: Marlis Schweitzer, Courtney Lancaster, Jamie Robinson, Keira Loughran and Laura Levin.

AMPD Researchers receive funding through York’s Black Research Seed Fund

Posted on August 18, 2025

York University has awarded more than $223,000 through its Black Research Seed Fund to support early-stage projects led by Black scholars. Among the nine recipients are three AMPD faculty members whose work challenges systemic barriers and expands approaches to knowledge creation.