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This Week @ York for Week of October 13, 2026

Announcement

  • Safety Advisory – Taxi Scam. Be aware of taxi-related scams that may occur on or near campus and throughout the GTA. Learn more and protect yourself from these types of scams. Click the link for information, instructions and contacts. 

Spotlight

  • Fall Reading Week. It's reading week until Friday, October 16! Catch up on readings, assignments and sleep this week. 

  • Reading Week Shuttle Services. Keep an eye on the shuttle service schedules for updates to keep in mind during the reading week. 

FYI

  • York Spirit Day. Celebrate what connects us, share experiences, make lasting friendships and show your York pride this Spirit Day! Wear red, white or blue and York gear while enjoying events, activities, food and sharing all your fun on social media using #YUSpiritDay! Keele, Glendon and Markham Campus. Tuesday, October 20, all day. Registration not required. 

     

  • Looking for more health and wellness resources? Try the Virtual Well-being Hub. Well-being Week may be over, but the Hub is available to you online, 24/7. Access tools and resources that will help you prioritize your well-being at your own pace, when you need them. 

  • Submitted your FAAS Student Profile and Need Assessment? Your next step is to check the FAAS App, under the Funding Opportunities and Applications to Complete sections, for award opportunities that require additional information. Complete all required follow-up steps by Saturday, October 31. Award recipients hear back by email in late November or early December.

Worth Repeating

  • Share Your Story. Are you a fall graduate? Tell us your favourite memory from your studies at York for a chance to be featured in an upcoming convocation campaign.  

  • Toronto Elections. It’s almost time to cast your vote! Familiarize yourself with key dates, find your voting place, explore voting options, download your digital voter information card and more.  

    • Election Day is Monday, October 26, 10 a.m. to 8 p.m. 

Academic Integrity Month

Academics

  • Find out if your course offers Peer Assisted Study Sessions (PASS). Some of your courses may be supported by PASS, giving you the opportunity to gain confidence in your studies, increase your class grade and make connections with leaders. Don’t hesitate, your opportunity to develop your learning starts now! 

     

    Anti-Asian Racism and the COVID-19 Pandemic in Canada . Join the co-authors of Anti-Asian Racism and the COVID-19 Pandemic in Canada as they draw on historical and empirical research, examining the revival of long-standing racial stereotypes, their social impacts and the ways Asian communities have responded through resistance and solidarity. Keele Campus. Tuesday, October 20, 2:30 to 5 p.m. 519 Kaneff Tower. Registration required. 

Careers Support

  • Career & Further Education Expo and Pathways to Further Education series. Considering what comes after your degree? Join the Pathways to Further Education webinar series to explore whether grad school is right for you and other options after graduation. Afterwards, attend the Career & Further Education Expo to explore both options in one place. Virtual and Keele Campus. Various dates and times available. Registration required. 

     

    How to Effectively Use LinkedIn. Wondering how LinkedIn can enhance your job search, and wanting to learn more about LinkedIn’s features? Attend this webinar and find out more about building your professional network and displaying your experiences. Virtual event. Thursday, October 15, 2 to 3:30 p.m. Registration required. 

     

    Community & Social Impact Fair. Connect with a cause at the Community and Social Impact Fair. Meet organizations working in your community, explore volunteer and paid opportunities, and discover ways to build your skills and experience. Keele Campus. Tuesday, October 27, 10 a.m. 2 p.m. Vari Hall. Registration not required.

International Student Support

  • Thursday Virtual Drop-in International Student Advising. Speak with immigration specialists who can help answer your immigration-related questions – helping you build confidence as you navigate your next steps. Thursday, October 15, 9:30 to 11 a.m. Registration not required. 

     

    Study Permit Extension + PGWP. Get essential details about the requirements for a study permit extension and Post-Graduation Work Permit (PGWP) applications. Keele Campus. Friday, October 16, 1 to 3 p.m. 242 York Lanes. Registration required. 

     

    Career Ready: International Student Conference. Build confidence, expand your professional networks and prepare for success in the Canadian job market. Engage with speakers, interactive sessions and opportunities to connect with peers, alumni and employers. Keele Campus. Saturday, November 7, 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. Schulich Executive Learning Centre. Registration required, with a fee, by Wednesday, October 28. 

What's new on YU Blog

  • Sleep: Tips to make room for rest. Have you ever wondered what happens to your body when you sleep? Or rather, what happens when we don't get enough? We break down tips for a restful night.

Well-being and YU Podcast

  • Feeling lonely? You’re not alone. Tune in as host Susu B. interviews Dr. Ami Rokach, a York University instructor who has spent the past four decades researching loneliness and relationships, to discuss how students can build a sense of belonging and overcome feelings of loneliness. 

Health & Wellness

  • Self-care: Making time for your basic needs. Build realistic habits that fit into your busy student life by reflecting on important questions, discussing and reflecting with peers. Prioritize your well-being, build self-care into your routine and practice affirmations that support your confidence and motivation. This workshop is part of the YU & Balance series. Participants will receive $5 on their YU-card for each full session attended. Markham campus. Wednesday, October 21, 1 to 2 p.m. Registration required. 

Get Involved

  • Tree Planting on Keele Campus. Help grow a greener York. Get outside, meet new people and help make campus more climate resilient by planting trees with your peers. Keele Campus. Thursday, October 22, 11:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. Meet at York Blvd and James Gilles St. Registration required.