York University

:This article is about the Canadian university. For the British university, see University of York.

Controversies

There is a long tradition of activist politics on campus, and that has resulted in vocal demonstrations, particularly concerning issues relating to the Middle East and economic globalization. There have been criticisms of both the activists, for disrupting classes and provoking confrontations with other students, and against the university administration for its response to demonstrators and activists, including expulsion and alleged police misconduct against activists.

Related Topics:
Middle East - Globalization

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As well, a recent controversy arose regarding the sale of university land for a housing development. The land was sold for C$15.8 million to a developer, Tribute Communities, which has close ties with the university administration. Tribute Communities allegedly did not pay the full market price for the land. York University maintained that the proposal, mostly consisting of townhouses, was the best overall concept. A retired judge, Edward Saunders, cleared York University.

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