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The Cross-Campus Capstone Classroom (C4) is York University’s flagship interdisciplinary program, connecting final-year students with real-world challenges brought by community partners, NGOs, and industry leaders.
Students from across faculties collaborate in diverse teams to research, design, and present solutions — building transferable skills while making a genuine difference in the world.
C4 is a space where people can be people first, rather than the disciplines that we sometimes see them as. — Franz Newland, C4 TeamRead More About C4
Students work in interdisciplinary teams, developing professional and interpersonal skills alongside academic knowledge.
Every project addresses a genuine challenge brought by off-campus partners — from food security to accessibility to urban planning.
Participating students earn academic credit while gaining experience that employers and graduate programs value.
C4 challenges students to integrate diverse perspectives and approach complex problems with curiosity and rigour.
Whether you give your time, expertise, or resources, your support directly shapes the experience of the next generation of leaders.
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Your gift funds student experiences, project resources, and Capstone Day events that bring the C4 community together.
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Bring a real challenge to C4. Student teams will research and design solutions to problems you care about.
C4 gives students something no classroom alone can provide: real-world teamwork, leadership, and the critical thinking skills that define careers and shape lives. Your monthly gift ensures every student has access to this transformative experience. Be part of the community that makes it possible.
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Hear from graduates who took their C4 experience into careers, graduate programs, and community impact.
Photos and highlights from Capstone Days, student presentations, and partner events.
Check out this year’s award winners.
Stories, announcements, and updates from the C4 community.
We are proud to recognize this year’s outstanding teams for their innovation, collaboration, and impact. Explore the winning projects and see how students are tackling real-world challenges.
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