This Week @ York for Week of February 14, 2023

FYI

  • Reminder: Using AI tools for your assignments may be considered academic misconduct. Artificial Intelligence (AI) tools, such as ChatGPT, have led to many recent discussions about their potential impact on academia. Using AI tools on assignments and academic work, in any capacity, could be considered plagiarism or cheating under York University’s Senate Policy on Academic Honesty. There may be times when some instructors will allow the use of AI for assignments. Find tips and resources to prevent academic misconduct by visiting the website above.

  • Community Budget Consultations 2023-24. Voice what is important to you, and how York should consider distributing investments to advance our collective strategic priorities. Wednesday, February 15, 3 p.m. Registration required.

  • SDGs In Action Knowledge Fair. Join other students, and their peers around the world, as they demonstrate ways to address the United Nations' Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs). Wednesday, March 1, 9 to 11 a.m. Registration required.

Black History Month

  • York University Libraries Edit-a-thon. Representation matters on our screens, and in the information we share. Drop-in to this beginner-friendly Wikipedia and Wikidata editing session, aiming to improve representation and coverage of Black histories. Keele Campus. Variety of sessions available beginning on Wednesday, February 15, 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. Scott Library Atrium. Second floor. Registration not required.

  • What does Black History Month mean to you? Learn about the contributions and achievements of Black Canadians with Black Excellence at York University (BE YU) peer leads. Join discussions, listen and learn about the importance of Black History Month with other participants. Wednesday, February 15, 1 to 2 p.m. Registration required.

  • Fostering Individuality: Creative Leadership. Explore strategies to apply creative thinking to your leadership role, how to understand creativity styles, how to apply innovative problem solving and more. Thursday, February 16, 11 a.m. to noon. Registration required.

  • Let’s Talk about Black History Month. Learn about, and acknowledge, the importance of Black History Month. Celebrate Black heritage, contributions and achievements while making new friends. Friday, February 17, 2 to 4 p.m. Registration required.

  • Negotiation Tips for Leaders. Examine what it means to be a good negotiator and the principles around negotiation and problem solving. Learn how to negotiate and build consensus on a team, all while building great relationships. Monday, February 27, 10:30 to 11:30 a.m. Registration required.

  • Black Leaders on Campus. Learn about the many contributions, achievements and accomplishments of Black leaders at York University. Tuesday February 28, 11:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. Registration required.

Careers Support

  • Interview Preparation Webinar. Approach your next interview or networking event with confidence. Learn how you can show your best self while answering an employer’s questions. Thursday, February 16, 10 to 11:30 a.m. Registration required.

  • Resumé & Cover Letter Writing webinar. Present your experiences, education and skills in a way that displays your assets and piques employers' interest in you. Thursday, February 16, 2 to 3:30 p.m. Registration required.

Learning Skills

  • Tests, Midterms, Exams, Oh My! Learn tips to use before, during and after your tests to feel prepared and confident. Wednesday, February 15, 11 a.m. to noon. Registration required.

  • Critical Thinking. Push beyond descriptive levels of thinking to explore the deeper levels of understanding, analysis and evaluation during your studies. Wednesday, February 15, 3 to 4 p.m. Registration required.

  • Presentation Skills. Learn ways to boost your confidence while delivering a great presentation. Thursday, February 16, 2 to 3 p.m. Registration required.

  • Study Strategies that Work. Explore study strategies that are designed to work well with our brains. Friday, February 17, 10 to 11 a.m. Registration required.

  • Speed Sketching: Lillies. Learn various basic sketching and shading techniques to create a beautiful floral portrait. Keele Campus. Friday, February 17, 5 to 6:30 p.m. Stong College Room 109. Registration required.

Mature Student Support

International Student Support

  • Introducing the Immigration Workroom. Get real-time support for your study permit, work permit or visa. Ask advisors questions about online application systems, application forms and any other advice you may need. Wednesday, February 15, 1 to 2:30 p.m. Registration required.

  • Future launch: Kick Start Your Job Search. Join this career to explore insights on creating your resume and cover letter process before applying for your first job in Canada. Thursday, February 16, 1:30 to 3 p.m. Registration required.

Health & Wellness

  • Student Counselling, Health & Well-being (SCHW) offers several support groups to help you learn that you are not alone, make new friends on campus and develop feelings of trust and support with group members. Every session is led by SCHW facilitators who promote a safe and positive space for participants.

    Upcoming support groups include:
    2SLGBTQIA+ Support Group. Bi-weekly event, Tuesday, February 14, 3 to 4 p.m. Registration required.
    Gay Men’s Support Group. Every Wednesday, 2 to 3:30 p.m. Registration required.

  • Health Education & Promotion under SCHW hosts several free, peer-led virtual and in-person workshops/events highlighting skills to promote balanced choices regarding health. Learn about mental health, physical health and sleep, nutrition, self-care and self-compassion, substance use and healthy relationships and boundaries.

    Upcoming workshops include:
    Reproductive Health 101. Thursday, February 16, 10 to 11 a.m. Registration required.

Get Involved

  • One Water Day. Create a presentation about the many forms of water, and its importance. Topics should reflect health and well-being, clean water and sanitation, life below water and more. Download the abstract submission form for more information. Submission deadline Friday, February 24, to onewater@yorku.ca.