This Week @ York for Week of October 11, 2022

FYI

  • Get advice on coming to campus from YU Screen. If you are feeling unwell, don’t come to campus, test for COVID-19 and use York’s self-assessment tool, YU Screen, to receive guidance on next steps. If you remain unsure about whether you should return to campus, you can continue to screen on a daily basis.

  • Spirit Day. Get ready to show your York pride by donning York colours (red, white or blue) and connect with others for a day of games, giveaways and treats. Wednesday, Oct. 19, 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. Keele Campus: The Harry W. Arthur Commons. Wednesday, Oct. 19, 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. Glendon Campus: Centre of Excellence. Registration required for some events.

  • Sustainability at York Spirit Day. Get outdoors for tree planting, campus clean-up and more to help create positive change by creating a greener campus. Wednesday, Oct. 19, 12:30 p.m. Locations across the Glendon and Keele campuses. Registration required by Sunday, Oct. 16.

  • #YUGood? LA&PS Stress-buster Fest. All students are welcome to a series of free events focused on prioritizing your well-being. Unwind with therapy dogs, painting activities, LEGO free play, drop-in peer tutoring and more. Tuesday, Oct. 18 to Thursday, Oct. 20, various sessions between 11 a.m. and 3 p.m. Scott Library, Atrium. Registration not required.

Academics

  • Academic Integrity Workshops. Strengthen your academic skills, gain confidence as a scholar and learn about skills and resources you need to succeed with academic integrity. Monday, Oct. 17 to Friday, Oct. 21. Sessions run between 9:30 a.m. to 4 p.m. throughout the day. Registration required.

  • Academic Integrity Virtual Scavenger Hunt. Have fun while you learn about York’s many services to support you on your academic journey. Participate in the scavenger hunt and be entered into a draw to win one of five $50 gift cards for the York University Bookstore. Contest closes on Monday, Oct. 31.

  • Experience Grad York. Explore York's 80+ graduate programs and diplomas, understand the graduate admissions process, learn how to write a strong statement of interest and get your questions answered. Tuesday, Oct. 11 to Friday, Oct. 14, various sessions between 9 a.m. and 6 p.m. Registration required.

  • Graduate Program Sessions. Connect with York’s innovative programs and learn about pursuing graduate education from program and admissions experts. Tuesday, Oct. 11 to Friday, Oct.14, various sessions between 9 a.m. and 6 p.m. Registration required.

  • Graduate & Professional Studies Expo. Connect with recruiters and learn about their educational opportunities and improve your chances of getting into the program of your choice. Monday, Oct. 17, 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. Second Student Centre. No registration required.

  • BIPOC Graduate Student Panel & Discussion. Hear from current graduate students at York; hear about their application experience, their academic experience, their research and more. Wednesday, Oct. 12, 3 to 4:30 p.m. Registration required.

  • Level Up Grad Studies Alumni Panel: How grad school fueled my career. Join alumni as they share their candid experiences as grad students, why they decided to enrol in a master’s program, what they wished they knew before beginning their studies and tips on how to prepare an effective application. Thursday, Oct. 13, noon to 1 p.m. Registration required.

  • Essay Writing Help: Where do I Begin When Writing a Paper? Learn specific resources and tools related to essay writing. Monday, Oct. 17, 2:30 to 3:30 p.m. Registration required.

Careers Support

  • Resumé and Cover Letter Writing. Find out how to effectively target your resumé and cover letter. Present your experiences, education and skills in a way that showcases your assets. Thursday, Oct. 13, 2 to 3:30 p.m. Registration required through Experience York.

Mature Student Support

International Student Support

  • Study Session 101. Join other students for a peaceful session of studying over some treats and tea. Thursday, Oct. 13, 2 to 4 p.m. Registration required.

  • Learning Languages with York International. Learn some basic sentences, words and common phrases of various languages. Share the languages you know and make new friends. Tuesday, Oct. 18, 2 to 4 p.m. Registration required.