This Week @ York

Consent Action Week. Join The Centre for Sexual Violence Response, Support & Education as they host several events aimed to educate and empower York community members and re-commit to our understanding of consent and sexual violence. Virtual and Keele Campus . Various dates and times available starting Monday, January 22. Registration required.

Sharing Ideas: Connecting with the Vice Provost Students, Nona Robinson. Take a wellness break by going for a walk around campus, or by simply sitting with Nona and other students to share ideas and engage in meaningful discussions. Keele Campus. Various dates and times available starting Tuesday, January 30, 1:30 to 3 p.m. Registration required.

Virtual Town Hall. Share ideas, questions and comments about the Auditor General’s report that was released in December. Feedback will aid in driving positive change and promoting a sustainable future for York University. Questions and comments can be submitted before and during the event via email to conversations@yorku.ca. Virtual event. Tuesday, January 23, 2 to 3:30 p.m. Registration required.

Start Strong Website. Get a head start in your classes with resources, tips and FAQs.

Questions about your student account? Skip the Line – check out these FAQs. Whether your question is about OSAP or enrollment, find the answer on the Student Support & Advising FAQ page.

Add/Drop Deadlines. Add a course without the permission of an instructor by Monday, January 22, or with the permission of an instructor by Wednesday, January 31.

Well-being Resources. Mental and physical well-being are a priority. Check out the various supports and services that are available both on and off campus.

Academic Advising. Plan the next step in your academic career with guidance from knowledgeable advisors.

My Online Services. Find a variety self-service tools and  get access to academic resources and more all in one place.

Effective Reading Strategies. Explore strategies that will help you become a more effective and efficient reader. Keele Campus. Wednesday, January 17, 2:30 to 3:30 p.m. 203 Bethune College. Registration required.

Critical Thinking. Push beyond purely descriptive levels of thinking to deeper levels of understanding, analysis, critical and evaluation. Virtual event. Thursday, January 18, 10:30 to 11:30 a.m. Registration required.

Analyze that! How to make sense of your assignment instructions. If you are uncertain aboutassignment instructions, learn how to break them into smaller parts and what standard assignment terms mean. Virtual event. Thursday, January 18, 1:30 to 3 p.m. Registration required.

Group Work. Master the art of group work and get tips that will benefit you in university and beyond. Virtual event. Thursday, January 18, 2:30 to 3:30 p.m. Registration required.

Study Strategies That Work. Unlock effective study strategies that will help you advance in your courses. Virtual event. Friday, January 19, 9:30 to 10:30 a.m. Registration required.

Fostering Individuality: Creative Leadership. Examine strategies to apply creative thinking to your leadership role. Virtual event. Friday, January 19, 11:00 a.m. to noon. Registration Required.

Preparing for Career Fair Success: Resume and Cover Letter Writing Webinar (Job Search). Discover how to present your experiences, education and skills in a way that highlights your assets. Virtual event. Wednesday, January 17, 1:30 to 3:30 p.m. Registration required.

Winter Career Fair 2024. Meet and make connections with employers looking to hire York students and recent graduates for numerous opportunities, including part-time, summer, internship and full-time positions. Keele Campus. Thursday, January 18, 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. Victor Phillip Dahdaleh Building. Registration not required.

Finding Research and Volunteer Opportunities. Get experience by finding research and volunteer opportunities that meet your needs, goals, passions and interests. Keele Campus. Wednesday, January 17, 5:30 to 7 p.m. 320 Bethune College. Registration not required.

Earn York credits while exploring Costa Rica this summer . If you aim to study abroad at York's Las Nubes EcoCampus in the lush rainforests of Costa Rica, you can explore the upcoming summer term course offerings and more during this information session. Virtual event. Thursday, January 18, 11 a.m. to noon. Registration required.

Teaching Kitchen Series. Make a delicious ginger noodle salad in this free cooking class with Chef Fredric and dietitian Dahlia. Keele Campus. Thursday, January 18, 2 to 3 p.m. 166 Ross South. Registration required.

Go Global Exchange Opportunities. Unique learning experiences and beautiful sceneries await! Learn about how you can earn credits towards your degree and explore the learning opportunities that are offered at one of York's worldwide partner universities. Submit your application by Tuesday, January 23.

Founder Fundamentals.  Join a 12-week entrepreneurial educational workshop series designed to help you gain the basic skills and understanding necessary for starting a business. Virtual event. Weekly sessions from Tuesday, January 23, to Tuesday, April 9, 6 to 8 p.m. Registration required.

Glendon Information Session: Study in Costa Rica. Calling all Glendon students! Do you want to study in Costa Rica this summer, and gain the experience of a lifetime? Join an information session focused on available courses, and how you can get started. Virtual and Glendon Campus. Wednesday, January 24, 3 to 4 p.m. York Hall A204. Registration required.

Venture Catalyst. Enter a free 6-week training and mentorship program that supports early-stage tech entrepreneurs in testing their start-up ideas and bringing proof-of-concept to life. Submit your application by Sunday, January 28.