This Week @ York

Notice: Microsoft Apps Storage Quota at York. York University will be implementing a OneDrive storage limit of 50 GB and Teams/SharePoint storage limit of 1 TB for each student’s Microsoft account. This change will be effective Monday, March 31. Most students are far below the storage limit, but please check your usage. If you find yourself nearing or over the limit, please take action to reduce your usage. 

Consent: The Art of Asking. In the newest episode of the Well-being & YU podcast, we tackle what consent is, what it is not and clear up some misconceptions associated with consent. With the help of Jessica Thyriar, Training and Education Specialist from the Centre for Sexual Violence Response, Support & Education (The Centre) we discuss consent as an ongoing process of understanding, communication and connection. 

Student Advising Pop-up Fair. Do you have questions about your degree requirements, financial aid, career pathways or convocation? Find the answers to these questions and more by speaking with advising experts on campus in one convenient place. Keele and Glendon Campus. Wednesday, January 29, 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. Vari Hall and the Glendon Centre of Excellence. Registration not required.  

Add/Drop Deadlines. The last date to add a course with the permission of an instructor is Friday, January 31.  

Exclusive early access to summer internships with MLSE. Through York’s partnership with the Toronto Raptors, you have early access to apply for full-time summer internships with Maple Leaf Sports & Entertainment (MLSE). Early-access application deadline Monday, February 3. 

Attend the Race, Inclusion and Safe Environments (RISE) Committee Welcome Event! Learn about the RISE committee’s mission and values and hear from current members on how you can make a difference at York. Keele Campus. Tuesday, February 4, 1 to 2 p.m. 248 Health, Nursing and Environmental Studies Building. Registration required. 

Create a Healthier Campus with the Canadian Campus Wellbeing Survey! Don’t miss the chance to share your experiences with York’s health and well-being services. It only takes 15-20 minutes to complete, and you could win an iPhone 16 Pro while helping improve health and wellness at York! Monday, February 10 to Sunday, March 9.  

Discover York’s Graduate Open House during Reading Week! It’s never too early to start thinking ahead! The Faculty of Graduate Studies invites you to Experience Grad York – where you can explore the range of learning options and career pathways York has to offer. Virtual event. Tuesday, February 18 to Thursday, February 20. Registration required.  

Robert J. Tiffin Student Leadership Award. Nominate a student whose leadership has made a valuable contribution to the York community. These awards recognize leadership, dedication, integrity, enthusiasm and the pursuit of excellence. Nomination deadline Friday, February 28.

Make an impact by sharing your feedback! Take an early look at the new Virtual Well-being Hub and let us know what you think. Your user insights will help ensure it meets the needs of students like you. 

Drop by the Alumni & Career Lounge. Meet the alumni engagement team and learn about how you can connect with alumni for networking and career support. Enjoy a free snack, play some trivia games to win prizes and participate in Skills Month. Keele Campus. Mondays and Tuesdays from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. Alumni & Career Lounge, York Lanes. Registration not required.  

Food Services is Looking for Your Feedback! All York community members are invited to give feedback to Food and Vending Services for a chance to win $200 Flex dollars on your YU-card. Complete the survey by Friday, February 7.

Career Support Drop-ins – Markham Campus. Find answers to your resumé writing, cover letter and job-related questions by talking with a career peer educator while exploring your employment opportunities. Hybrid event. 

• Markham Campus. Wednesday, January 29, 9:30 to 10:30 a.m. Presentation Room 2050. Registration not required. 

• Virtual event. Thursday, January 30, 10:30 to 11:30 a.m. Registration not required. 

Mastering the Art of Networking: Strategies and Insights. Networking can be a difficult task to navigate, but you don’t have to figure it out alone! Discover proven networking tactics and how to initiate engaging conversations with professional contacts. Virtual event. Thursday, January 30, noon to 1 p.m. Registration required. 

Danone Recruitment Session. Kickstart your career with Danone Canada and find out what opportunities they have available for students. Virtual event. Thursday, January 30, 2:30 to 4 p.m. Registration required.  

BMO Resumé and Interview Tips. Join the BMO team and learn new strategies, tips and tricks to improve your resumé and ace your next interview. Virtual event. Friday, January 31, noon to 12:45 p.m. Registration required. 

Mentor Circles: How to Break into Emerging Tech & Engineering Careers. Gain valuable strategies to transition into roles in AI, data management, computer science and engineering. Learn how to leverage transferable skills in these fast-growing industries. Keele Campus. Tuesday, February 4, 5:30 to 7:00 p.m. Alumni & Career Lounge, York Lanes. Registration required.

Effective Reading Strategies. Discover the difference between leisurely and academic reading and boost your analysis skills. Virtual event. Wednesday, January 29, 10 to 11 a.m. Registration required.  

Audio Recording & Audio Editing with Audacity. Learn the basics of audio recording and editing with Audacity and start creating your own audio projects. Keele Campus. Wednesday, January 29, 3:30 to 5:30 p.m. 530 Scott Library. Registration required.  

Organizing Zotero Collections. Organize your research and citations using Zotero and keep track of your academic progress. Keele Campus. Wednesday, January 29, 6:30 to 7:30 p.m. 530 Scott Library. Registration required. 

Time Management. Learn how to better organize your schedule and make the most use of your day with personalized time management approaches. Virtual event. Thursday, January 30, 10 to 11 a.m. Registration required. 

Tests, Midterms, Exams, Oh My! Be prepared and feel confident before, during and after your academic assessments with effective tips and strategies for studying. Virtual event. Friday, January 31, 10:30 to 11:30 a.m. Registration required. 

Group Work. Elevate the quality of your group work by learning how to best work with others effectively in group settings. Virtual event. Monday, February 3, 10:30 to 11:30 a.m. Registration required. 

Academic Integrity: Learn to Stop Worrying About It! Discover academic integrity best practices at York and how to properly adhere to its rules. Virtual event. Monday, February 3, 1 to 2:30 p.m. Registration required.  

Presentation Skills. Find out how to create visually interesting presentations and effectively deliver them. Virtual event. Tuesday, February 4, 12:30 to 1:30 p.m. Registration required.

The Balancing Act: Managing Academic Life With Parenting. Dive into new strategies on how to manage your academic commitments while also attending to your family and household responsibilities. Virtual event. Tuesday, February 4, 1 to 2 p.m. Registration required.

The Emotionally Intelligent Leader. Boost your skills as a leader by learning the importance of being caring and attentive to your delegates. Virtual event. Wednesday, January 29, 11 a.m. to noon. Registration required. 

Write to Win: Writing a Valuable Statement. Get ready to apply for scholarships by learning how to write an exceptional scholarship statement and better your chances of securing financial aid. Virtual event. Wednesday, January 29, 6 to 7:30 p.m. Registration Required.

Virtual UHIP Drop-in Session. Enrol in the University Health Insurance Plan (UHIP) and rest easy knowing that you are insured against medical emergencies. Virtual event. Wednesday, January 29, 10 a.m. to noon. Registration required.  

Coffee Break. Grab some light refreshments and relax with your international student peers at this weekly coffee break session! Keele Campus. Wednesday, January 29, 1 to 3 p.m. 280N York Lanes. Registration not required.  

Get Ready to Graduate Series: How to pitch yourself in an interview. Prepare yourself for life after graduation by taking one step forward in the job search and discovering how to confidently pitch yourself to employers. Keele Campus. Thursday, January 30, 2:30 to 4 p.m. 258 Vanier College. Registration required. 

Immigration Workroom: Study Permit Extension + PGWP. Extend your stay in Canada by learning to apply for a Post-Graduate Work Permit (PGWP) or study permit extension. Keele Campus. Friday, January 31, 1 to 2:15 p.m. 242 York Lanes. Registration required. 

Teaching Kitchen – Indigenous Cuisine at Glendon Campus. Embrace the connection between traditional Indigenous foods and culture while under the guidance of Chef Rick Powless. Glendon Campus. Wednesday, January 29, 2 to 3 p.m. Glendon Dining Hall. Registration required. 

Ask a Nurse Drop-by Tabling Session. Speak with a healthcare professional about your medical-related questions from the convenience of campus. Keele Campus. Wednesday, January 29, 1:30 to 3:20 p.m. Vari Hall Rotunda. Registration not required. 

Social Savvy. Boost your interpersonal skills, gain confidence in work settings and conquer your social anxiety. Virtual event. Friday, January 31, 11:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. Registration required. 

Connect with your community. Join this support group for 2SLGBTQIA+ students, facilitated by counsellors who identify as part of the community. Share stories, support your fellow students and enjoy some light refreshments! Keele Campus. Tuesday, February 4, 2:30 to 3:30 p.m. N110 Bennett Centre. Registration required.

York Dance Ensemble presents Here and Now. Enjoy a night of various dance forms from the talented students of the York dance department. Keele Campus. Wednesday, January 29 to Friday, January 31, 7:30 p.m. Sandra Faire and Ivan Fecan Theatre. Ticket purchase required. 

Media Music Concert XIII. Spend an evening listening to the nostalgic tunes of videogames, movies and other pop culture media in instrumental form! Keele Campus. Friday, January 31, 7:30 to 9 p.m. Tributes Communities Recital Hall. Ticket purchase required. 

Markham Community Skate Day. Join the York Community for a fun-filled day of ice skating, hot chocolate and popcorn while getting the opportunity to learn more about the new Markham Campus! Markham. Saturday, February 1, 1 to 3 p.m. Markham Civic Centre. Registration not required.