This Week @ York

Safety Tips. Support safety on York’s campuses by learning about safety precautions and useful resources.

goSAFE. Get some company when walking to and from York’s campuses with our goSAFE team. Call 416-736-5454, use the Safety App, access blue light emergency phones on Campus or use on-campus safety phones to connect with an escort.

Student Advisory Committee. The Office of the University Registrar (OUR) is recruiting students with diverse backgrounds and experiences for the Student Advisory Committee. Share thoughts on OUR projects, policies and initiatives through this opportunity. Application deadline is Friday, September 29.

Learn more about the benefits of global learning. Connect with representatives from partner universities and students who studied abroad to learn about student life, course offerings and what to expect. Keele Campus. Thursday, October 5, 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. No registration required.

Value Meals. Explore a new menu that ensures all community members can access healthy and exciting meal options. The value meal program will be available at Stong, Winters and Glendon Dining Hall.

Resume and Cover Letter Writing. Effectively target your resume and cover letter by presenting your experiences, education and skills to showcase your assets. Virtual event. Thursday, September 28, 10 to 11:30 a.m. Registration required.

BMO Builds A Resume Workshop. Join campus recruiters for a career prep workshop to gain helpful tips and tricks to stand out as a candidate when applying for jobs. Virtual event. Thursday, September 28, noon to 2 p.m. Registration required.

Ontario Public Services (OPS) Winter 2024 Co-op Recruitment Session. Learn about the Children Youth, Social Services Cluster and how they develop information technology applications to deliver high-quality programs to children and families. Virtual event. Thursday, September 28, 3 to 4 p.m. Registration required.

T.A.S.T.E (Talk About Studies To Employment) Program Orientation. The T.A.S.T.E mentoring program aims to provide York Students, and new graduates, an opportunity to connect with professionals in their field of interest. Virtual event. Friday, September 29, noon to 12:30 p.m. Registration required.

Scotiabank – Women in Global Banking and Markets. Discover global business payments, regulatory business initiatives, global wholesale operations, global capital markets and more during this exciting networking opportunity. Virtual event. Friday, September 29, noon to 1:30 p.m. Registration required.

Research Methods. Review your thesis statement and ways of supporting it with primary and secondary sources. Determine whether your project would benefit from a survey, interview or a review of existing sources. Virtual event. Thursday, September 28, 1:30 to 3 p.m. Registration not required.

Tests, Midterms, Exams, Oh My! Learn tips and strategies to feel prepared and confident before, during and after your test. Keele Campus. Thursday, September 28, 3:30 to 4:30 p.m. Bethune College Room 203. Registration not required.

Get your Social Insurance Number on campus. You need a Social Insurance Number (SIN) to work in Canada and to benefit from government programs. Get your SIN processed with Service Canada and York International through on-campus SIN appointments for students who have valid study permits. Keele Campus. Wednesday, September 27 and Thursday, September 28, 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. Registration required.

Substance Use & Harm-Reduction. Learn about different substances, their prevalence and how they impact health. Discuss the risks of mixing substances and discover basic harm-reduction strategies and resources. Virtual event. Thursday, September 28, 10:30 to 11:30 a.m. Registration required.

Interfaith Club Showcase. Celebrate the many religious and faith-based clubs in our Interfaith Council (IFC) and learn more about related clubs on campus. Keele Campus. Thursday, September 28, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Ross Link & Central Square. Registration not required.

Black Student Association (BSA) Welcome Back. Start the fall term on a high note by celebrating with BSA while enjoying food, music and making new friends. Meet the organization that represents your community, and network with those involved. Keele Campus. Thursday, September 28, noon to 3 p.m. Vari Hall Commons. Registration required.