Anti-semitism, like other forms of hate has been more visible lately. There has been a move by some to include criticism of the state of Israel as a form of anti-semitism. There are nuances, but labeling analysis and criticism of government actions as anti-semitism has significant implications for scholarly inquiry and our – academics’ –…
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On behalf of CESAR (Continuing Education Students at Ryerson) we would like to let you know of a series that CESAR is presenting on Issues in Post Secondary Education. The panels will take place on the following dates: July 2 – Fairness for International Students July 16 – State of Public Education & Privatisation August…
Dear Colleagues, The Ryerson Faculty Association stands in solidarity with those demonstrating against racist violence. We oppose any hateful discourse and actions from those in power. We call on our members and the wider Ryerson community to be vigilant in fighting racism and abuses of power. Ian Sakinofsky, President, On behalf of the Ryerson…
This is to inform you that the RFA General Membership meeting will take place on December 5, 2019 from 12-2 pm in the International Room, ILC. Lunch will be served at noon and the meeting will start promptly at 12:30 pm.
Ryerson students are planning a strike on Wednesday November 6th to protest the Provincial Government’s funding cuts to post-secondary education. The RFA supports our Ryerson students in this strike. We ask our members to consider supporting those students who may choose to participate on November 6th as they demonstrate their opposition to the Government assault…
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The RFA Executive has endorsed the Global Climate Strike and the Toronto Activities that are scheduled to take place this Friday, September 27th at Queen’s Park. As per the request of the Ryerson Students’ Union (RSU) and the Continuing Education Student’s Association of Ryerson (CESAR) we ask that you accommodate student involvement by not penalizing…
The RFA office will be open from Monday to Thursday (closed on Friday) during the summer starting June 14th. Various Office Staff and Executive will be taking their vacations during the summer however we will have enough coverage to assist with issues or answer questions that you may have. You can access the RFA office…
The RFA and all its members stand in solidarity with our colleagues around the world in condemning yesterday’s heinous murders at two mosques in New Zealand. In a free society no-one should ever fear practicing their faith, anywhere. Our condolences go out to the families of those whose lives were taken. On behalf of…
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The Ryerson Faculty Association and its members are outraged and saddened by the recent shootings at the Tree of Life Synagogue in Pittsburgh. We see this act as a direct repercussion of the hateful discourse taking place in many countries, which encourages anti-Semitism, xenophobia, islamophobia, and other racist actions. Innocent people are now being harmed,…