This Week @ York

This Week @ York for Week of September 17, 2024

Start Strong YU. Start your classes with resources that will support your success, development and well-being. Navigate to-do lists and resources that you can leverage throughout your studies.
My Online Services. Check out how you can stay on top of your studies and documents by exploring grade reports, managing your courses, computing services and more.
Refunds. Need to drop a course? Visit the refunds page to find tables, information on eligibility and how to submit a request.
Academic Advising. Meeting with an advisor will help you stay on the right path with your degree and make informed choices. Chat with an advisor to get started! Find your Faculty's advising office today.

Expand your professional network. Discover your job options and take a LinkedIn headshot at the Career Fair. Connect with a wide range of employers to grow your professional network and build your confidence as you look forward to joining the professional world. Keele Campus. Thursday, September 19. Registration not required.
Share Your Story. Hey 2024 graduates! Share your story about how you came to York, a special memory of your student experience or anything else you want to mention for a chance to be featured in our marketing efforts during convocation. Submission deadline: Wednesday, October 2.

Student Accounts Lifecycle. If you will no longer be enrolled at York, your student computing accounts will enter an expiry process. Don’t risk losing your files, download and back them up onto your personal devices.
Financial Aid, Awards and Scholarships – You may qualify for more than you think! Financial opportunities await with FAAS App! Discover financial awards and send your applications after completing your student profile.

Navigating the In-Between: Understanding Situationships & Handling Rejection. Join a sharing circle to explore emotional boundaries and healthy communication. Keele Campus. Wednesday, September 18, 1 to 3 p.m. A3 Second Student Centre. Registration required.
Acts of Resistance: Self-Defense. Learn self-defense techniques in a safe, inclusive space. Location provided upon registration. Thursday, September 19, 6 to 8 p.m. Registration required.
Planting Workshop. Reconnect with nature through the healing power of plants. Keele Campus. Friday, September 20, noon to 1 p.m. G106 Farquharson Building. Registration required.

Note-taking Essentials. Explore how you take notes and navigate various strategies to enhance them. Virtual event. Wednesday, September 18, 9 to 10 a.m. Registration required.
Time Management. Learn personalized approaches to better manage your time when studying. Keele Campus. Wednesday, September 18, 2:30 to 3:30 p.m. 203 Bethune College. Registration not required.
Effective Reading Strategies. Become an effective and efficient reader and learn to identify important information when engaging with your academic readings. Virtual event. Thursday, September 19, 12:30 to 1:30 p.m. Registration required.
Motivation & Procrastination. Overcome procrastination and find motivation to take on your next project. Virtual event. Friday, September 20, 1:30 to 2:30 p.m. Registration required.
Critical Thinking. Push yourself to deeper levels of understanding, analysis and evaluation when learning in your courses. Virtual event. Monday, September 23, 12:30 to 1:30 p.m. Registration required.

Canadian Engineering Graduate Studies Fair. Don't miss the opportunity to network with recruiters and discover STEM graduate studies options across Canada. Keele Campus. Thursday, September 19, noon to 3 p.m. Lassonde Building Lobby. Registration required.
Employer Meet & Greet: Diversity and Inclusion event. Meet with employers committed to equity, diversity and inclusion. During this event you'll have the opportunity to connect with organizations hiring for part-time, summer, internship and full-time positions after graduation while learning about each organization's culture and hiring practices. Keele Campus. Tuesday, October 1, 1 to 3:30 p.m. 152 Founders College. Registration required.

Coffee Break. Take a break from your studies to relax, recharge and reconnect with your peers. Keele Campus. Wednesday, September 18, 1 to 3 p.m. 280N York Lanes. Registration not required.
Virtual UHIP Drop-in Session. If you have questions about how to enrol in the University Health insurance Plan (UHIP), how to get your card and what is covered, connect with an advisor. Virtual event. Wednesday, September 18, 2 to 4 p.m. Registration required.
Immigration Info Session/Workroom: Study Permit Extension & PGWP. Get essential information about the requirements for a Post-Graduation Work Permit (PGWP) and Study Permit extensions and ask any questions you may have. Keele Campus. Friday, September 20, 1 to 2:15 p.m. 242 York Lanes. Registration required.
Neighbourhood Exploration. Go beyond campus and travel to downtown Toronto, where you can experience hidden gems, local businesses, parks and cultures. Keele Campus & Toronto. Monday, September 23, 1 to 5 p.m. York University Subway Station. Registration required.
Fall 2024 President's International Student Reception. Welcome to campus! If you are a first-year international student, you're invited to join us at a welcome celebration. Meet your peers and hear from President Rhonda L. Lenton. Enjoy photos, refreshments and exciting activities. Keele Campus. Wednesday, September 25, 4 to 6 p.m. Schulich Executive Dining Hall. Registration required.

Time Management for Mature Students. How much study time is enough? Explore practical and personalized approaches to managing your time during your studies. Virtual event. Monday, September 23, 3 to 4 p.m. Registration required.

The Well-being & YU podcast is back! In each episode we discuss a new topic that highlights the relationship between well-being and our unique experiences. Take a moment to be in the moment and listen to episode #4, Students Facing Adversity: Navigating the Path Forward, where we tackle how you can prepare for adversity and crises as a student, before they arise.
Ask A Nurse. Do you have health-related questions, but aren't sure who to ask? Speak to a Public Health Nurse in-person or get in touch online. Ask a Nurse can help connect you to resources and find solutions for your health-related concerns. Don't wait, take care of yourself and your health!
Join our Dining Hall Tour with a focus on your dietary needs! Learn about YU Eats by joining a tour to find out what food options are available on campus, and how your dietary needs can be catered to.
- Keele Campus. Wednesday, September 18, 10 a.m. and Wednesday, September 25, 2 p.m. Stong College. Registration required.
- Glendon Campus. Thursday, September 19, 11 a.m. Glendon Marche. Registration required.
Teaching Kitchen: Earth to Table Black Creek Community Farm Tour. Visit the Black Creek Community Farm to discover the vibrant market garden, buzzing beehives and flourishing fruit trees while learning how each element plays a role in crafting a delicious, sustainable meal. Toronto. Tuesday, September 24, 9:45 to 2:30 p.m. 4929 Jane Street, Black Creek Community Farm. Registration required.