Exams and Tests. Get helpful information about your exam schedule, tips, conflicts, locations and more. 

Holiday Closure Information. York’s campuses will be closed from Wednesday, December 24, to Friday, January 2, and will re-open on Monday, January 5. 

2SLBGTQIA+ Support Group. Join a safe and positive space where stories can be shared and support given. Past topics covered include coming out, gender and sexuality, finding safe spaces on campus, managing stress, connecting with broader community supports and self-care. Keele Campus. Thursday, December 10, 2:30 to 4 p.m. 204 Founders College. Registration required. 

Get some extra mental health and wellness support this exam season! Visit the Virtual Well-being Hub – a spot where you can get productivity tips, time-management tools, guided mindfulness practices, breathing and relaxation techniques and more to help you stay focused and keep you on track during the exam period and beyond. 

Cash Prizes in University-Wide Creative Writing Competition. Submit your original and unpublished writing for a chance to win a prize starting at $1,000, and the opportunity to be recognized by The Creative Writing Department, Faculty of LA&PS and The Office of the President. Submit your work by Friday, January 9. Results will be announced in Spring 2026. 

16 Days of Activism Against Gender-based Violence. Take steps towards making spaces safer, more inclusive, and free from harassment, abuse and exploitation at York and beyond. 

Earn 3 Credits and Tackle Real-World Challenges with C4. Join the Cross-Campus Capstone Classroom (C4) this winter and take on a complex project that addresses real-world problems. Work with external partners, students from different disciplines and professors to explore innovative solutions. Apply today and start collaborating!

Markham Study Spots: Lock In & Finish Strong. Need a place to study? Find a quiet, supportive zone to get focused. Markham Campus. Various locations and times. Booking required. 

Virtual UHIP Drop-in Session. Get the scoop on the University Health Insurance Plan (UHIP), including how to get a card and what it can be used for. Virtual event. Thursday, December 11, 1 to 3 p.m. Registration required. 

Immigration Workroom: Study Permit Extension + PGWP. Getting closer to the deadline to submit your Study Permit extension or Post-Graduate Work Permit (PGWP) applications? Join a supportive session where you can get your documents in order and build the confidence to hit submit. Keele Campus. Friday, December 12, 1:30 to 2:45 p.m. 242 York Lanes. Registration required. 

Loneliness, campus life and making deeper bonds. Loneliness can affect many aspects of our lives. If you’ve been feeling disconnected or lonely, there are ways to find support, both on and off campus. Here are some tips and resources that might help. 

Podcasting Drop-in Workshop. Start your journey in the world of audio and video podcasting with staff members who will teach you about essential gear and how to set up your station. Keele Campus. Wednesday, December 10, 2 to 4 p.m. 206 Scott Library. Registration required.