Academic Integrity Virtual Scavenger Hunt Activity. Explore York’s many services that can support you during your academic journey. Participants will be entered into a draw for the chance to win one of four $50 gift cards to the York University Bookstore. Contest closes Tuesday, October 31.
Academic Integrity Month. Strengthen your academic skills, gain confidence and discover important resources by checking out Academic Integrity Month activities.
3M National Student Fellowship. The 3M National Student Fellowship honours students who have demonstrated outstanding leadership. Winners will be awarded with recognition in the Society for Teaching and Learning in Higher Education (STLHE), a 2-year STLHE membership, $2,000 and more. Submit your application by Wednesday, January 31.
Resume and Cover Letter Writing. Effectively present your experiences, education and skills to showcase your assets and pique employers’ interest. Virtual event. Friday, October 27, 10 a.m. to noon. Registration required.
Effective Reading Strategies. Learn how to identify important information and build strategies to become an effective and efficient reader. Virtual event. Wednesday, October 25, 9:30 to 10:30 a.m. Registration required.
Presentation Skills. Discover the essential tools you need to effectively develop and deliver a presentation. Virtual event. Thursday, October 26, 12:30 to 1:30 p.m. Registration required.
Group Work. Master the art of effective group work – a key skill needed in university and beyond. Keele Campus. Thursday, October 26, 3:30 to 4:30 p.m. 203 Bethune College. Registration not required.
Motivation & Procrastination. Overcome procrastination and find internal motivation to help you succeed in your studies and more. Virtual event. Friday, October 27, 1 to 2 p.m. Registration required.
Note-Taking Essentials. Learn about various note-taking strategies and what to do with your notes to study more effectively. Virtual event. Monday, October 30, 11:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. Registration required.
Tests, Midterms, Exams, Oh My! Discover tips and strategies you can use before, during and after your test to feel prepared and confident. Virtual event. Tuesday, October 31, 1:30 to 2:30 p.m. Registration required.
Establishing Effective Boundaries for Leaders. Join Black Excellence at York University peer leads to learn about the fundamental skills and models utilized by leaders, and how they work in practice. Virtual event. Wednesday, October 25, 3 to 4 p.m. Registration required.
How to Make Career Decisions Workshop. Learn about making informed career decisions and how a growth mindset is essential for your personal and professional success. Keele Campus. Wednesday, October 25, 2 to 3:30 p.m. 280 N York Lanes. Registration required.
Go Global Information Session - Exchange. Are you interested in studying abroad? Find out how you can travel to a different country, earn credits towards your degree and learn about your field of interest from an alternative perspective. Virtual event. Monday, October 30, 11 a.m. to noon. Registration required.
Coffee Break: Hallowe'en. Join York International for a fun celebration with tricks, treats, activities, good conversation and all things spooky! Keele Campus. Friday, October 27, 2 to 4 p.m. 280A York Lanes. Registration required.
Teaching Kitchen. Learn how to make delicious no-bake energy bites with Fair Trade ingredients during this free cooking class. Keele Campus. Wednesday, October 25, 2 to 3 p.m. 166 Ross South. Registration required.
AMPD Industry Talks: Photography & Videography with Elijah De Los Santos. Learn more about photography and videography industries from professionals with exciting experiences to share. Toronto. Friday, October 27, 6 to 8 p.m. York U Motion Media Studio 777 Kipling Ave. To register, email bminor@yorku.ca.
Meet with partners or chat with students and learn how to study abroad. Join information sessions to learn about partner universities and get inspired by students who have studied abroad in various countries. Explore the York International events calendar to find a session and learn more.
Cross-Campus Capstone Classroom (C4). Are you looking for an innovative course to take in the winter term? Discover how to work on a real-world, social impact project that will help you gain new interdisciplinary professional skills and course credit.
STIs, STDs and Safer Practices. Sexually transmitted infections (STIs) are among the most common infections reported each year worldwide. STIs are usually easily treatable; however, if left untreated, STIs can lead to various health risks and complications. Learn how to test, prevent and treat different types of STIs. Virtual event. Thursday, October 26, 1 to 2 p.m. Registration required.
2SLGBTQIA+ Support Group. Student Counselling, Health & Well-being is hosting drop-in support groups this fall to support York’s 2SLGBTQIA+ students. In-person. Thursday, October 26, 2 to 3 p.m. To register, email schw@yorku.ca.
Speed Sketching: Spooky Season. Learn artistic methods and express yourself while creating an exciting piece of work. Keele Campus. Friday, October 27, 5 to 7:30 p.m. 101 Stong College. Registration required.
Cannabis: Misconceptions & Safe Practices. Using cannabis can have short- and long-term effects on your health. Debunk cannabis myths, learn about types of cannabis, understand dosage size, packaging labels and interaction with other substances. Virtual Event. Monday, October 30, 10:30 to 11:30 a.m. Registration required.
Racialized Students Support Group. Student Counselling, Health & Well-being is hosting a drop-in group for students who identify as Black, Indigenous or a Person of Colour. This group will focus on processing and healing from racial trauma. In-person. Tuesday, October 31, 1:30 to 3 p.m. To register, email schw@yorku.ca.
Health Fair at Glendon and Keele. Support your health on campus and enjoy various games and activities.
Glendon Campus: Tuesday, October 31, 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. A100 Centre of Excellence.
Keele Campus: Thursday, November 1, 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. Vari Hall Rotunda. No registration required.
