This Week @ York

This Week @ York for Week of May 14, 2024

As you reach the end of the makeup (remediation) period, we wanted to reiterate some additional updates for undergraduate students shared last week about the tuition credit opportunity and undergraduate bursaries.
- Tuition credit opportunity. New information about the tuition credit opportunity (TCO) and its impact to OSAP can be found within the FAQs on the Course Completion Resources web page. The deadline to withdraw from a course is Friday, May 17, 11:59 p.m. ET.
- Undergraduate bursary. If you experienced unforeseen costs during the makeup (remediation) period, you can apply for an undergraduate bursary for help with non-tuition related expenses. Learn how to apply on the Course Completion Resources web page. Application deadline: Friday, June 14, 11:59 p.m. ET.
- Exams during the remediation period. If you will have exams during this period, the exam schedule has been published on the Registrar’s Office website.
Please reach out to student services and well-being resources if you have any questions, or need additional support as you complete your studies.

Share Your Story. Calling all spring graduates: share your best and favourite York memory with us or what was your proudest moment as a York student. You could be featured in our upcoming convocation campaign . Submission deadline: Friday, May 24.
Complete your degree with the Cross-Campus Capstone Classroom (C4). Do you need 3.0 more credits to complete your degree? Participate in a unique study experience through C4 Summer starting on May 21.

Tests, Midterms, Exams, Oh My! Learn about strategies for answering various test questions confidently and gain tips for having increased confidence on test days. Virtual event. Friday, May 17, 1 to 2 p.m. Registration required.
Academic Integrity: Learn to stop worrying about it. Identify different types of academic misconduct and learn how to avoid it when completing your assignments. Virtual event. Friday, May 17, 2 to 3:30 p.m. Registration required.
Note-taking Essentials. Explore different ways to take notes, and how you can use your notes to study for upcoming exams. Virtual event. Tuesday, May 21, 1:30 to 2:30 p.m. Registration required.

How to Effectively Use LinkedIn. Enhance your job search efforts by leveraging LinkedIn’s features to build your professional network. Virtual event. Thursday, May 16, 10 to 11:30 a.m. Registration required.
Personality & Career Choice. Find out how your personality may influence your career choice, and which profession would be best suited for you. Virtual event. Thursday, May 16, 10 to 11:30 a.m. Registration required.
Interview Preparation. Enter your next interview with confidence, show your best self and make a lasting impression on potential employers. Virtual event. Tuesday, May 21, 10 a.m. to noon. Registration required.

Go Global Information Session. Are you interested in studying abroad next winter? Join an information session to learn about how you can study in a different country and earn credits toward your degree. Virtual event. Wednesday, May 15, 10:30 to 11:30 a.m. Registration required.
Virtual Drop-in International Student Advising. Ask immigration-related questions and get guidance from an immigration specialist. Virtual event. Thursday, May 16, 9 to 10:30 a.m. Registration not required.
Virtual University Health Insurance Plan (UHIP) Drop-in Session. Learn about what UHIP is, how to get a card and what your coverage is like. Virtual event. Thursday, May 16, 1 to 3 p.m. Registration required.

Ella Express. Embark on an asynchronous program designed to empower woman-identifying entrepreneurs. Whether you are brainstorming an idea or launching your Canadian business, get essential tools, skills and knowledge to do it with confidence by attending six workshops that are available year-round.