Recognizing our donors
Making a Difference (donor
recognition)
Steacie Science and Engineering Library Study Room Dedications |
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Mr. Hasanat Syed gave a generous donation toward the extensive renovations of the Steacie Science and Engineering Library. One of six group study rooms was names in his honour. During the opening ceremonies of the newly renovated library, Mr. Syed spoke about his desire to make a difference for students and their efforts to learn. |
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Mr. And Mrs. Abu and Shilu Kibria were formally recognized for their generous donation to the Steacie Science and Engineering Library by naming a library group study room in their honour. Throughout their lives, Mr. & Mrs Kibria have helped many people accomplish their goals. Their donation to York University Libraries is one more example of their thoughtfulness. We are grateful for their contribution to York. |
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Paul Marcus, President and CEO, York University Foundation with Cynthia Archer, University Librarian, gratefully acknowledged the generous donations received from Mr. Hasanat Syed, and Mr. & Mrs. Abu & Shilu Kibria during the opening event to celebrate the renovation and expansion of our new library space in Steacie. |
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Paul Hoffert - personal papers. Now an adjunct professor of Fine Arts at York, Hoffert founded Lighthouse in 1968, a band which went on to earn nine gold and platinum record awards and three Junos. He is one of Canada’s most experienced and celebrated film composers, having scored more than 30 feature films and many television production. |
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 The mace |
Canadian artist Gerald Trottier - sketches. Trottier’s wife Irma and daughter Denise presented five preliminary sketches of the mace to York’s Clara Thomas Archives and Special Collections. The gift from the Trottier family is a means of creating a historical record of this significant ceremonial object, which has become an integral part of York’s convocation ceremonies for over 40 years. |
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