This Week @ York

Attention International Students: York University is now partnered with two providers (CIBC and Western Union Business Solutions) who offer secure online portals to easily make payments for things such as course/program fees, residence and health care in the currency of your choice. You’ll benefit from multiple payment options, student support services provided by the service provider and competitive foreign exchange rates.

International Student Advising. York International’s advisors can assist you with your questions on matters of immigration including study permit, work permit, visas, permanent residence, etc. This service is available in person, by phone or by email. Drop-ins are available from Monday to Thursday from 1 p.m. to 4 p.m. and on Fridays from 1 p.m. to 3 p.m.

Coffee Break @ The Global Café: Join York International for a Coffee Break in the Global Café. Meet new and old friends, ask senior students and York International staff questions about York U or Toronto and relax and enjoy a treat and beverage. Thursday, August 8, 2 p.m. to 4 p.m. The Global Café, 244 York Lanes.

Enjoy a night on the town and catch Theatre @ York’s production rochdale at Toronto’s acclaimed SummerWorks Performance Festival, one of the most important platforms for launching new work in Canada. Tickets are $15, buy them here! August 8, 9, 11, 17, 18 at various times. All performances will take place at The Theatre Centre – Franco Boni Theatre, 1115 Queen Street West.

Workshop: You’ve Got Skills & Self Reflection. Attend this workshop to learn how to identify and articulate your skills and accomplishments. This experience can help you write a better resume and guide you when you prepare for networking activities and interviews. Registration required. Tuesday, August 6, 10 a.m. to noon.

Webinar: A Winning Mindset: Resilience for Career Success. Do you bounce back from setbacks and challenges, or do you let them derail your goals? Learn how to develop a growth mindset and resilience so that you can keep moving forward in your career.

Workshop: Suit Yourself: Personality and Career Choice. Find out how your personality may influence your career choices and clarify important aspects of yourself. Registration required. Thursday, August 8, 1:30 p.m. to 4 p.m., 103 McLaughlin Centre (Career Centre Presentation Room).

Workshop: Resumé & Cover Letter Writing. Present your experiences, education and skills in a way that showcases your assets and piques employers’ interest in you. Registration required. Friday August 9, 10 a.m. to noon, 103 McLaughlin College (Career Centre Presentation Room).

Construction on Campus: York University is preparing for some transformative construction projects on the Keele campus this spring. The University apologizes for any inconvenience during the construction period. To learn more, visit the construction website at construction.info.yorku.ca