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This Week @ York for Week of January 27, 2026

Announcement

  • York University is conducting a test of the emergency notification system on Wednesday, January 28, at noon via email, the YorkU Safety App, speakers and digital messaging screens across the Keele, Glendon and Markham campuses. No action required.

FYI

  • Computing Account Lifecycle. If you will no longer be taking courses at York, make sure to download and back up any files that you may want to keep from your student account onto a personal device. Your student computing accounts enter an expiry process once your enrolment changes.

     

    Pop-up Advising Fair. Get answers to your questions about OSAP, degree requirements, study permits, career pathways, grad studies and more by connecting with advising experts. Keele, Glendon and Markham campuses. Wednesday, January 28, 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. Various locations. Registration not required.

     

    Community Safety Educational Awareness Sessions. Join a session to learn about the current security model at York, explore what Special Constables could look like on our campuses and look forward to a question period. Virtual and Keele Campus. Wednesday, January 28, 1 to 3 p.m. and Wednesday, February 4, 1:30 to 3:30 p.m. Registration required.

     

    Robert J. Tiffin Student Leadership Award. Nominate a student whose leadership has made a valuable contribution to the York community. These awards recognize leadership, dedication, integrity, enthusiasm and the pursuit of excellence. Nomination deadline Friday, February 27, 11:59 p.m.

ICYMI

  • A new structure for undergraduate degrees is being proposed. A new structure with changes to basic degree requirements for undergraduate programs at York, except for accredited programs, is being proposed. Current students won’t be affected, but your feedback is important. Visit the website to see the proposed changes and share your thoughts.

     

    Have thoughts about campus dining? Now’s your chance to share them. Complete the Dining Satisfaction Survey to help shape the future of food on campus. You’ll be entered to win one of six Flex Dollar prizes of up to $200 – that’s a win-win for everyone! Survey closes Friday, February 13.

Consent Action Week

  • Ending Digital Violence Workshop. Join an interactive workshop exploring how technology-facilitated sexual violence (TFSV) shows up online, from leaked images to harassment and more. Virtual event. Thursday, January 29, 11 a.m. to noon. Registration required.

Academics

Careers Support

  • Mentor Circles: Starting a Career in Medicine and NursingConnect with healthcare professionals to explore pathways in medicine and nursing careers. Thinking about medical school? Planning to write the MCAT or NCLEX? Learn what it takes to succeed and prepare for a rewarding career in health care. Keele Campus. Thursday, January 29, 5:30 to 7 p.m. Alumni & Career Lounge, York Lanes. Registration required.

What's new on YU Blog

Well-being and YU Podcast

  • Develop core skills to help you handle big life changes. In the new Skill Development recovery college workshop, you will learn how to build simple (but effective!) strategies that empower you to take control of your life and confidently manage change. Facilitated for students by students, each session explores common struggles like managing exam-related anxiety, finding motivation and prioritizing self-care. You will also earn a $5 Tim Hortons gift card for each session you participate in. February 4, 11, 25 and March 11. Registration required.

Get Involved

  • Connections Café: Setting Intention for a New Year! Start the new year with clarity, focus and community while getting into the swing of the semester. Contribute to a creative vision board activity and make connections with your peers. Markham Campus. Wednesday, January 28, 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. Registration required.

     

    Jazz at Midday: Noam Lemish Quartet. Spend an hour alone or with your peers, enjoying performances of tunes from the album There’s Beauty Enough in Being Here. Keele Campus. Thursday, January 29, 12:30 to 1:30 p.m. McLean Performance Studio. Free admission, registration not required.