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This Week @ York for Week of October 6, 2026

Spotlight

  • Fall Reading Week. Don't forget – Reading Week takes place from Saturday, October 10, to Friday, October 16. Enjoy your time off, catch up on your assignments and make connections!

     

    Reading Week Shuttle Services. Need a ride? Keep an eye on the shuttle service schedules for important updates to keep in mind next week.

FYI

  • Rent Ready: Rights and Responsibilities for Tenants in Ontario. Dealing with tenancy issues? Get informed before small problems escalate. Join York’s on-campus legal clinic for a practical information session that breaks down your rights and responsibilities as a tenant in Ontario. Learn about maintenance issues, notices and what to expect during a Landlord and Tenant Board (LTB) hearing. Keele Campus. Friday, October 9, 1:30 to 3 p.m. First Student Centre, room 307. Registration required. 

     

    York Identity Focus Group - 45 mins, $100 YU-card. We’re looking for current undergraduate students who study at our Keele Campus for a 45-minute online focus group. Share your lived experiences at York and help inform the university’s identity and positioning. Focus groups take place during the week of October 13. If interested, fill out the form by Thursday, October 8, 5 p.m. 

     

    IT Day Conference – Student Panel. Join the student panel! Help improve the digital tools and services you use daily by telling York’s IT teams what’s working, what isn’t and what could be better. Keele Campus. Friday, October 16, 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Registration required. 

     

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

     

    Toronto Elections. Mark down 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.

Worth Repeating

  • Share Your Story. Hey, fall graduates! Tell us about your favourite memory during your studies at York for a chance to be featured in our upcoming convocation campaign.  

     

    Ready to take your education around the world? Join the Go Global Fair to discover international opportunities available through over 200 global partners across 50+ countries. Get information about exciting exchanges, summer schools, internships, research opportunities and other global learning experiences that you can experience while earning credits. Keele Campus. Wednesday, October 7, 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Vari Hall. Registration not required. 

Well-being Week

  • Well-being week is finally here! Explore all the dimensions of well-being by attending activities and events designed to help you prioritize wellness. Check the Well-being web page for the full schedule. Events will be held in-person and online until Friday, October 9. Various times available. 

     

    Explore the Virtual Well-being Hub during Well-being Week. The Hub is here to empower you to pursue your well-being journey, and there’s no better time to start. Find content designed to help you manage stress, find balance and connect with wellness resources. 

     

    Discover the Well-being and YU podcast. Each episode covers a new topic that highlights the relationship between well-being and our unique experiences. Take a moment to be in the moment and find your favourite episode of your new favourite podcast. 

     

    Inspire yourself and empower your health! Find out how to better support your health year-round, explore campus resources and get valuable tips for staying well by visiting the Health Fair. 

    • Markham Campus. Wednesday, October 7, 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. Atrium. Registration not required. 
    • Keele Campus. Thursday, October 8, 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. Vari Hall Rotunda, Central Square, Ross Link. Registration not required. 

Academic Integrity Month

  • Academic Integrity Month 2026: Academic Integrity in Practice. October is Academic Integrity Month at York! Explore practical tips every weekday, test your knowledge with weekly quiz challenges and join workshops on academic integrity and the responsible use of generative AI. Discover resources to help you navigate common academic challenges and make informed decisions throughout your academic journey.

Academics

  • Prepare for coursework and exams – get your YU-card. Cover all your bases by getting your official York student ID. Without it, you won’t be able to write your exams or access important library resources for course readings and assignments. Apply online today. 

     

    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! 

     

    Go Global Information Session. Explore your global learning opportunities, learn about destinations, costs, how to apply and more. Virtual event. Thursday, October 8, 10:30 to 11:30 a.m. Registration required. For more information, visit the Go Global webpage. 

      

    The Worst Trickster Story Ever Told: Understanding American Law through an Indigenous Lens. Join a lecture that examines how the U.S. came to hold power over Native American nations. Using legal analysis and Indigenous perspectives, engage in a rethinking of constitutional power and explore paths toward a more just future. Keele Campus. Wednesday, October 7, 2:30 to 5 p.m. 802 South Ross Building. Registration required.

International Student Support

  • Making the Most of Your Health Insurance. Learn how to optimize your health insurance, ask questions and get advice from peers and trusted sources. Virtual event. Friday, October 9, 10 to 11 a.m. Registration required. 

Well-being and YU Podcast

  • Understanding the Odds: An Episode on Gambling. No one can predict the future with certainty, but millions of people are encouraged to believe they can every day. Listen as the Well-being and YU podcast explores how gambling has evolved in the digital age, from sports betting and social media advertising to online games and everyday promotional features that normalize gambling behaviours, and why gambling is often misunderstood compared to other addictions. Learn how to recognize the warning signs of gambling addiction and how to support yourself and others who need it.  

     

    Feeling lonely? You’re not alone. This week, the Well-being and YU podcast explores what it means to feel connected and how to build community. 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.