I had several amazing professors at AMPD who completely changed the way I think about cinema. But perhaps the greatest influence came from my peers. It still amazes me how many talented filmmakers I had the chance to go to school with. Nicolás Pereda (BFA ’05, MFA ’07) Director and Screenwriter with films shown at […]
What I valued most during my time in York’s undergraduate and graduate Theatre programs was the excellent mentorship I received from faculty who deeply shaped my path as a scholar, and the opportunity to engage with advanced courses in theatre and drama that challenged me to think critically and creatively about the field. Benjamin Gillespie, […]
York University’s design program introduced me to design in all its forms—across industries and influential movements—while giving me the tools to hone my craft. It taught me to see design’s influence everywhere, from the smallest details to the largest cultural shifts. This program didn’t just shape my career—it sparked a love for design that continues […]
What I valued most about my time at AMPD was the culture with its vibrant passion for theatre arts coupled with inclusivity––where different voices and perspectives were not just welcomed but celebrated. The training—equal parts theory and hands-on practice—pushed me to think deeper, grapple with time management, and trust my instincts. My professors encouraged me […]
York’s Digital Media program allows me to use my love of coding for both creative as well as practical applications, and so much more. I have not only been able to learn and develop new programming skills, but I have also used them to create games, websites and algorithms which I am proud of, as […]
When looking at Canadian university Theatre programs, I was most impressed by York’s. There was something about the structure of the program, the choices to specialize, and of course, access to Toronto - a lively theatre city. My program encouraged me to get to know myself as a person as well as an actor/performer/English Lit […]
Before Digital Media at York, I had creative ideas rooted in art and design; however, I didn’t always know how to bring them to life. This program gave me the confidence to turn my visions into reality, blending art, code, and storytelling. It’s helped me grow not just as a student, but as a creator. […]
Science and technology make it possible to achieve things that were once beyond our reach. Creating experiences through digital media is shaping a new era, as forms of interactivity continue to diversify. I truly enjoy the moments when I showcase my Digital Media Arts assignments and projects to friends and professors. Their reactions and interactions […]
At AMPD, I used the skills I learned in acting class and beyond to explore storytelling in a way that truly suited me. I got to know playwrights of the "canon," future playwrights, ones unappreciated in their time, and ones I felt deeply connected to, and slowly realized I am completely unique. I started writing […]
At AMPD, I gained practical skills, fresh creative tools and the confidence to tell stories across different formats, which now shape the work I do. Aside from my desire to tell my stories, I was drawn to the program because of its small class sizes and the hands-on approach. I loved the idea of seeing […]