Win $500 towards your tuition. Complete your Student Profile and Need Assessment in York's FAAS App by Thursday, October 1, for your chance to win a $500 tuition waiver, a $100 York University Bookstore gift card or $50 in Flex Dollars on your YU-card. Your completed profile also matches you to scholarships, awards and bursaries for 2026-2027.
Fall/Winter Important Dates. Visit the Important Dates webpage for the information below that will help you plan ahead, meet deadlines and more.
Start Strong YU. Check some tasks off your to-do list! Visit the Student Essentials page on Start Strong to get started.
Ask Me. Feeling lost in the crowd on campus? Look out for staff/faculty members on campus wearing Ask Me lanyards – they’re happy to direct you to your destination!
WELLcome to York: Student Tips on Wellness. Let the Well-being and YU podcast help you set your wellness goals for the new term. In this episode of Well-being and YU, we’re listening to YU. We flipped the mic to hear how students plan to use York’s resources, care for themselves and help build a positive campus community.
YU-card: your key to writing exams, accessing library resources and more. Whether you’re new to York or are a returning student, your YU-card is essential. Let’s dive into why your YU-card is so important and how to get one.
Thrive in an inclusive community. York is committed to upholding a learning environment that is antiracist, equitable and respectful. Take the YU Learn module on Decolonizing, Equity, Diversity & Inclusion (DEDI)
Use the Virtual Well-being Hub to build habits that help you thrive. From mindfulness to motivation, the Hub is packed with ways to boost your mood and support your daily health and happiness. Explore what wellness looks like for you, at your own pace.
The Bowl at Sobeys Stadium. A concert series will be hosted at Keele Campus during select dates, with a flat $20 event parking rate in effect at select parking locations beginning one hour before doors open on concert days. Don’t worry – permit holders will have access to their permit lots. Visit the Parking Services web page for more information.
STEM Futures Career Fair. Speak directly with employers and discover career paths to support your goals – no matter your program. See which organizations are exhibiting at the fair and feel confident and prepared to network. Keele Campus. Wednesday, September 16, 2 to 6 p.m. Victor Phillip Dahdaleh Building. Registration not required.
Suicide prevention at York. If you, or someone you know, is dealing with thoughts of suicide know that support is available. Access tools and training resources to help you check in with yourself and others, reach out for help and find support when you need it on the YU Are Not Alone webpage.
Holding Space for Learning, Action and Healing. Come together with the York community to honour Survivors, remember the children who never returned home and reflect on our responsibilities in advancing reconciliation. Engage in learning, reflection, healing and meaningful dialogue by taking part in events throughout September.
University Panel Event & Heart Garden Installation. Keeping traditions for National Day for Truth and Reconciliation, York is hosting a panel responding to the Heart Garden reflection question and to The Knowing, offering a way to model reconciliation in action for the York community. The conversation will create space for non-Indigenous community members to share what they are learning, how they are reflecting on responsibilities and how they are carrying this learning beyond the day or month. Keele, Glendon and Markham Campus. Wednesday, September 30, 10 a.m. Various locations. Registration required.
Courting and Consent Chat. How have dating, relationships and consent evolved in the digital age? Join an open, facilitated conversation where you'll explore consent in both online and offline interactions. Together, you'll co-create a shared understanding of what consent means, reflect on real-life experiences and learn from one another in a welcoming, respectful space. Virtual and in-person events. Tuesday, September 22, 10 to 11 a.m. and Thursday, September 24, 11 a.m. to noon. Registration required.
Job Search & Networking Strategies Webinar. Want to be more effective in getting the job you want? Find out how to uncover and create career opportunities by learning how employers fill job openings, making connections and building confidence. Virtual event. Wednesday, September 23, 2 to 3:30 p.m. Registration required.
Interview Preparation Webinar. Learn how you can influence the first impression you make and show your best self while answering employers’ questions or attending networking events. Virtual event. Friday, September 25, 10:30 a.m. to noon. Registration required.
Reminder: let your instructors know about your academic accommodations. If you’re registered with Student Accessibility Services, you need to share your letter of accommodation with your course instructor. You can do this as soon as classes start.
Build Leadership, Teamwork & Innovation Skills. Earn 1, 3, or 6 Credits. Tackle Real-World Challenges with C4. Connect with peers from various disciplines, work with off-campus partners and leave a positive impact on your community. Join C4 for the fall or winter session and collaborate on a project designed for real-world change.
Go Global Information Session – Global Internships & Research Abroad. Interested in doing an internship or researching in Germany in 2027? Join this session to learn more about the eligibility, funding and application timelines. Virtual event. Thursday, September 17, 10:30 a.m. Registration required. For questions, contact sunguyen@yorku.ca.
University of Leeds Study Abroad Information Session. Learn about study abroad opportunities by connecting with representatives from the University of Leeds. Get information about exchange in 2027/28, partner summer school in summer 2027, eligibility, funding and application timelines. Virtual and Keele Campus. Monday, September 21, 10:00 a.m. 280A York Lanes. For questions, contact goglobal@yorku.ca.
Information Session: Winter Reading Week in Costa Rica. Join an information session about York’s Winter Reading Week Study Abroad Program at the Las Nubes EcoCampus in Costa Rica. This unique experience combines academic learning, hands-on fieldwork, cultural engagement and exploration in one of the world's most biodiverse regions. Explore eligibility, timelines and more. Virtual event. Tuesday, September 22, 11 a.m. Registration required.
Drop-In Q&A Session: Learn More About Studying in Costa Rica. Interested in the Las Nubes Study Abroad Program in Costa Rica but not sure where to begin? This session is designed to help you learn more about the opportunity, application process, eligibility requirements, course options, funding opportunities and what to expect from the experience. Virtual event. Wednesday, September 23, 11 a.m. Registration not required.
Thursday Virtual Drop-in International Student Advising. If you have immigration-related questions, connect with a specialist during this group advising session and get the information you need. Virtual event. Thursday, September 17, 9:30 to 11 a.m. Registration not required.
Virtual UHIP Drop-in Session. Become a pro at using your University Health Insurance Plan (UHIP) by learning all about the coverage, getting your card and more. Virtual event. Thursday, September 17, 1 to 3 p.m. Registration required.
Study Permit Extension + PGWP. Gather the documents needed for your study permit or Post-Graduation Work Permit (PGWP) application and submit with added confidence. Keele Campus. Friday, September 18, 1:30 to 3 p.m. 242 York Lanes. Registration required.
Teaching Kitchen – Maloca Community Garden. Explore the journey from garden to table while you tour Maloca Garden, harvest fresh herbs and ingredients and learn how they can be transformed into a delicious herbal tea or a simple snack. Keele Campus. Wednesday, September 16, 2 to 4 p.m. Maloca Community Garden. Registration required.
My first week at York: 3 things I wish I knew before classes started. If I could go back in time and give myself advice for my first week at York, these three tips would be at the top of my list!
New to York? Check out these 5 apps and websites. Here are our phone setup tips and apps to download as you transition to York.
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.
Peer Mentorship Day. Explore the peer mentorship opportunities available across campus! Meet student mentors, ask questions, make a friendship bracelet and more.
Fall 2026 Founder Fundamentals: Gain Entrepreneurial Skills. This 12-week entrepreneurial educational workshop series will help you gain the skills and understanding for starting your own business, while connecting you with local resources to support your next steps as you grow your venture. Show off your hard work by earning an exclusive YSpace York University certificate for attending at least 9 out of 11 workshops. Virtual events. Running until Tuesday, December 1. Registration required. Questions? Contact YSpace@yorku.ca.
