Women’s History Month. During October, we celebrate Women's History Month. This is a time to commemorate and honour the women in Canada, past and present, who have worked tirelessly to advance women’s rights, and promote gender equality. As October begins, you are encouraged to explore inspiring stories, important lessons and celebrate the trailblazers who charted the path for a better future.
York’s Sustainability Race. It’s Campus Sustainability Month! Take part in York’s Sustainability Race by completing 30 different digital sustainability challenges across the Keele, Glendon and Markham Campuses via the Scavify App. Tuesday, October 1 to Thursday, October 31.
The Career Lounge in York Lanes is (re)open! Starting Thursday, October 3, you can stop by with your career-related questions on Wednesdays and Thursdays. Keele Campus. Across from the bookstore. Registration not required.
Supporting Grief, Compassion and Community on Campus. York community members are invited to participate in a week of activities and events designed to create space, support, compassion and opportunities to engage both with issues related to the ongoing (and spreading) violence in Palestine, Israel and now Lebanon, and with one another. Virtual and Keele Campus. Monday, October 7 to Thursday, October 10. Various times available. Registration required.
Ontario Shores: Recovery College Co-Design Course. Create a lasting impact by co-creating and designing mental health programming for York students. All participants will receive an honorarium for attending this 5-week virtual course. Virtual event. Friday, October 4, 11 a.m. to noon. Registration is required.
The Harriet Tubman Institute’s Op en House 2024. Visit the Harriet Tubman Institute to learn about upcoming events and network with Tubman members who are researching Africa and the African diaspora. Keele Campus. Thursday, October 3, noon to 2 p.m. 314 York Lanes. Registration required.
Prioritize your health at the Health Fair. Your health is important. Explore reliable information and resources, and leave with increased confidence that you have the knowledge to lead a healthy lifestyle. Keele and Glendon Campus. Registration not required.
Share Your Story. If you are a 2024 graduate, you are invited to share your memorable experiences at York for a chance to be featured in convocation marketing efforts. Submit your story today and help extend York’s legacy to a new generation of graduates. Submission deadline: Wednesday, October 2.
Go Global Fair. Did you know that York has over 300 global partners across 65+ countries? Find out more about how you can enrich your studies this year by going abroad while earning credits and discovering new cultures. Keele Campus.Thursday, October 3, 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Vari Hall. Registration not required.
How to Effectively use LinkedIn Webinar. LinkedIn could be the tool you need to find your next job. Discover how to best navigate it, while gaining a better understanding of the platform. Virtual event. Thursday, October 3, 10 to 11:30 a.m. Registration required.
2024 Career Fair for Black Talents. Connect with alumni, students, industry professionals and top employers at this event for Black-identifying students. Keele Campus. Thursday, October 3, 5:30 to 7:30 p.m. McEwen Atrium, Schulich School of Business. Registration required.
Procter & Gamble (P&G) – Information & Networking Session. Join one of the leading consumer goods companies in the world to engage with the keynote speaker’s topics and mingle with peers. Keele Campus. Thursday, October 3, 5:30 to 7 p.m. McEwen Atrium, Schulich School of Business. Registration required.
Resumé Writing Webinar. Need to update your resumé but don’t know where to start? Join this webinar to uncover the best ways to present your work experience to impress future employers. Virtual event. Friday, October 4, 10:30 a.m. to noon. Registration required.
Critical Thinking. Unlock deeper levels of understanding in this workshop and advance your studies to the next level. Keele Campus. Wednesday, October 2, 2:30 to 3:30 p.m. 203 Bethune College. Registration not required.
Audio Recording & Audio Editing with Audacity. Thinking of getting into podcast recording or sound editing but don’t know where to start? Join this introductory course for the Audacity software and discover the basics of sound recording and editing. Keele Campus. Wednesday, October 2, 3:30 to 4:30 p.m. 206 Scott Library. Registration required.
Presentation Skills. Speaking in front of your classmates and professors can be intimidating and stressful. Combat this by discovering the best tactics to prepare for and create compelling presentations at this workshop. Virtual event. Thursday, October 3, 10:30 to 11:30 a.m. Registration required.
Safeguarding your Research Data. Piracy and data leaks are at an all-time high in our digital world. Keep your research data secure and protected and move forward in your education with confidence. Virtual event. Thursday, October 3, 11 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. Registration required.
Time Management. Do you want to make better use of your time? Discover new and effective ways to accurately manage and finish your assignments well before their deadlines. Virtual event. Thursday, October 3, 12:30 to 1:30 p.m. Registration required.
Academic Integrity: Learn to Stop Worrying About It! Understanding academic integrity is a key part of the university experience. Through this interactive workshop, you can learn what academic integrity is, how you can demonstrate it and what the consequences are for breaking it. Virtual event. Friday, October 4, noon to 1:30 p.m. Registration required.
Understanding and Creating Data Visualizations. Data visualization can be essential for understanding and comparing data and can be used for academic purposes. Take charge of your data management and find new ways to visualize in this exciting workshop. Virtual event. Friday, October 4, noon to 1:30 p.m. Registration required.
Study Strategies That Work. Find out what study strategies work best for you in this insightful workshop. Virtual event. Friday, October 4, 12:30 to 1:30 p.m. Registration required.
Group Work. Group work is an essential part of university life and the working world. Discover how to best collaborate with your peers to create bigger and better projects in this workshop. Virtual event. Monday, October 7, 9:30 to 10:30 a.m. Registration required.
Note-Taking Essentials. Note-taking is essential for studying – but how do you effectively take notes? Improve your skills and start taking stronger notes. Virtual event. Monday, October 7, 11:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. Registration required.
Effective Reading Strategies. Academic reading can be more difficult than leisurely reading, and it can be easy to miss details or get distracted. Turn your reading assignments into an active process with new reading strategies in this engaging workshop. Virtual event. Tuesday, October 8, 11:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. Registration required.
Scholarly Skills Webinar. Publishing your thesis can be extremely gratifying after a long and thorough research process, but how do you get your work published? Learn the essential steps of the publishing pipeline from a panel of distinguished writers and mentors. Virtual event. Wednesday, October 2, noon to 1 p.m. Registration required.
Graduate & Professional Studies Expo (GPSE). Network and connect with recruiters, discover new educational pathways and find out how you can best increase your chances of getting into the school of your choice. Keele Campus. Thursday, October 10, 10:30 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. Second Student Centre. Registration not required.
Money Matters. University life can be expensive for everyone, especially if you have other expenses in addition to tuition and textbooks. Learn how to best manage your finances and budget yourself for the new school year. Virtual event. Thursday, October 3, noon to 1 p.m. Registration required.
Ace the Midterms: Strategies for Success. Get an early start to studying for midterms with this invigorating new workshop. Virtual event. Wednesday, October 2, noon to 1:30 p.m. Registration required.
Coffee Break. Assignments piling up on you? Grab a coffee, relax and destress at this coffee break. Keele Campus. Wednesday, October 2, 1 to 3 p.m. 242 York Lanes. Registration not required.
Immigration Info Session/Workroom: Study Permit Extension + PGWP. Looking to continue your stay in Canada or apply for a work permit? Join us at this all-you-need-to-know session about study permit extensions and the Post-Graduation Work Permit (PGWP). Keele Campus. Friday, October 4, 1 to 2:15 p.m. 242 York Lanes. Registration required.
Grad Hub – Crafting Wellness. Take a break from your graduate studies and enjoy some arts, crafts and light refreshments with your fellow international graduate students, staff and faculty. Keele Campus. Friday, October 4, 1:30 to 4 p.m. 280A York Lanes. Registration required.
Jazz @ Midday: Brenda Earle Stokes Quartet. Join a free night of riveting jazz music with the Brenda Earle Stokes Quartet. Keele Campus. Thursday, October 3, 12:30 to 1:30 p.m. 244 Accolade East. Registration not required.
