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Digital Media Alumni Win Top Prizes at Ubisoft Toronto NEXT Challenge
Two alumni from York University’s School of the Arts, Media, Performance & Design (AMPD) Digital Media program have won top prizes in the highly competitive...
It’s in the air: art, science and engineering merge to light up airborne pollution
AMPD Professor's media literacy curriculum expands to global audiences
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Digital Media Alumni Win Top Prizes at Ubisoft Toronto NEXT Challenge
Two alumni from York University’s School of the Arts, Media, Performance & Design (AMPD) Digital Media program have won top prizes in the highly competitive Ubisoft Toronto NEXT Challenge, a major competition that helps launch Ontario’s next wave of game developers.
It’s in the air: art, science and engineering merge to light up airborne pollution
AMPD Professor Mark-David Hosale is leading a bold interdisciplinary project that’s turning air pollution into something we can see. As principal investigator of 'SensingChange', he’s collaborating with engineers, scientists, and artists across York to develop wearable tech that lights up in response to black carbon emissions.
AMPD Professor's media literacy curriculum expands to global audiences
Associate Professor Manfred Becker is a documentary filmmaker recognized for his award-winning work in the field. He is working to empower students to navigate the complexities of the media landscape through a critical media literacy curriculum.
York University excels in the 2025 QS World University Rankings, with AMPD’s Performing Arts ranking third in Canada and second in Ontario
York University continues to shine in the global spotlight, with the School of the Arts, Media, Performance & Design (AMPD) earning top recognition in the 2025 QS World University Rankings by Subject. AMPD’s Performing Arts programs have been ranked 3rd in Canada and 2nd in Ontario.
AMPD Alumna earns global recognition with two major awards at Berlin International Film Festival
Lesley Loksi Chan (BFA ‘08, MFA ‘18), a Canadian artist, filmmaker and alumna from AMPD, received international acclaim at the 2025 Berlin International Film Festival (Bernaline) for her short film, Lloyd Wong, Unfinished.
Industry Talks 2.0 Wraps with Big Ideas and Bold Conversations
Industry Talks 2.0 wrapped its final event this March. Hosted at YUMMS at Cinespace, the series combined real-world insight with meaningful creative exchange, giving AMPD students a front-row seat to career paths in Canada’s evolving film, television and media industries.
From the Classroom to the Global Stage: Theatre students are making their mark across Fringe Festivals
Many productions that begin in the classrooms and theatres of AMPD don’t end there—they go on to captivate audiences across Canada and beyond. The Department of Theatre, Dance & Performance has a history of nurturing student-led productions that go on to thrive at national and international stages.
Transformational gift from Mirkopoulos family supports film education at York U
A new transformational gift from the Mirkopoulos family will strengthen film education at York University and support the next generation of Canadian filmmakers. This extraordinary support for AMPD will enhance student opportunities, invest in cutting-edge facilities and provide crucial support for emerging storytellers.
A new course at AMPD is shaping the next generation of sustainability leaders
Developed by Computational Arts Professor Shital Desai, 'Life-centred Futures: Sustainability, Interaction Design and AI' brings together students from digital media, theatre, economics and design to tackle complex global challenges. By integrating diverse perspectives, the course fosters innovative and regenerative solutions.