Dean Farrow announces faculty promotions

Headshots of Professors Craig, DeStefano, Scott, Slinn and White

Dean Trevor Farrow is pleased to announce that Rhonda Lenton, President and Vice-Chancellor, has recommended to the York University Board of Governors the promotion to Full Professor of the following four Osgoode faculty members:

Professor Carys Craig

An enthusiastic and committed educator, Professor Craig is recognized both nationally and internationally for her innovative research in copyright and trademark law. She has established herself as a cutting-edge thinker in her field, seamlessly integrating legal theory with practical applications. Her scholarly impact is both profound and widely acknowledged.

Professor Valerio De Stefano

Since joining York University as the inaugural Canada Research Chair in Innovation, Law and Society (Tier II), Professor De Stefano’s research in labour and employment law has been both prolific and transformative. Internationally acclaimed, he has a unique ability to bridge legal traditions in the global community of labour law scholars. His expertise in addressing the changing nature of work, including digital platform labour and the gig economy, positions him as a global leader in his field.

Professor Dayna Scott

Professor Scott’s ground-breaking research is at the forefront of environmental law, setting standards and challenging norms. Her scholarly impact is profound and widely recognized, particularly in the area of Indigenous jurisdiction, where her collaborative research with Indigenous communities has been pioneering, addressing critical issues of rights and resource management.

Professor Sara Slinn

Professor Slinn is a renowned expert in labour and employment law with a global reputation. Her innovative research methods combine quantitative analysis with comparative legal studies. The impact of her work, which has greatly enhanced both academic and policy debates, makes her a leading international expert on sectoral bargaining.

Additionally, Dean Farrow is pleased to announce that President Lenton recommended to the York Board of Governors the following granting of tenure and promotion to the rank of Associate Professor.

Associate Professor Emily Kidd White

Professor Emily Kidd White is an exceptionally talented and impactful scholar in the fields of legal philosophy, constitutional and international legal theory, and law and humanities. She has earned international recognition as an expert with a unique voice in the field of law and emotion.

“At Osgoode, we are incredibly fortunate to have such talented and committed scholars and educators whose contributions are pivotal to our academic excellence and growth, who are making major impacts locally, nationally and globally. Their promotion not only recognizes their exceptional work but also inspires continued leadership and excellence within our community,” said Dean Trevor Farrow.