This Week @ York

Meet Tamarri Lindo. Join the second edition of the Black Stories & Black Voices Speaker Series with Tamarri Lindo, a varsity athlete at York and community leader. Keele Campus. Wednesday, February 12, 7 p.m. North VIP Lounge, York Lions Stadium. Registration not required. 

The Harriet Tubman Institute’s Black History Month 2025: Racial Justice and Labour. Engage in a discussion exploring the ongoing struggles and successes of labour organizing in the fight for racial justice. Hybrid event. Keele Campus. Thursday, February 13, noon to 2 p.m. Nat Taylor Cinema. Registration required.

BHM Movie Night – “12 Years a Slave”. Spend a night watching a film based on true events highlighting the unfortunate struggles of Black people in the US throughout history. Keele Campus. Thursday, February 13, 5 to 7 p.m. Nat Taylor Cinema. Registration required. 

A Celebration of the Black Community at York. Join us for an inspiring evening recognizing the achievements, contributions and vibrant culture of York University’s Black community. Engage in meaningful discussions, connect with Black students, faculty, staff and alumni and celebrate Black excellence in all its forms. Keele Campus. Tuesday, February 25, 5:30 to 8:30 p.m. CIBC Lobby, Accolade East Building. Registration required.

Weather Alerts. Stay informed about weather alerts during the winter months by downloading the York University Safety App. Turn on push notifications to get immediate updates.

What would you do with $100? If you're a first or second year student, participate in a group workshop and share your feedback on York's future students website experiences. Have your say, and earn $100 on your YU-card. Fill in the form today. Multiple sessions available.

• Out of Province students. Friday, February 14, 1:30 to 2:30 p.m.

• Domestic students. Friday, February 14, 3:30 to 4:30 p.m.

• International students. Monday, February 17, 1 to 2 p.m.

Boost Campus Wellness, Complete the Canadian Campus Wellbeing Survey! Want better well-being resources at York? Complete the Canadian Campus Wellbeing Survey to let us know what you need. Start checking your student email now to complete this 15-to-20-minute survey and get the chance to win an iPhone 16 Pro and other exciting prizes! Last day to complete the survey is Sunday, March 9. 

Earn 3 Credits with the Cross-Campus Capstone Classroom (C4). C4 isn’t your typical classroom – earn credits this summer while getting hands-on experience working on real-world projects that make an impact. Apply today and start tackling meaningful challenges this May, over three weeks! 

Apply for the LA&PS Summer Study Abroad Program. The Faculty of Liberal Arts & Professional Studies (LA&PS) Summer Study Abroad Program has re-opened applications for 4 exciting faculty-led summer courses, which are open to all York students! Apply by Friday, February 14, 12 p.m. 

Your health is your power. Explore reliable information, resources and leave with increased confidence that you have the knowledge to lead a healthy lifestyle. Embrace the power of self-care at the Health Fair! Keele Campus. Wednesday, February 26, 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. Vari Hall. Registration not required. 

Robert J. Tiffin Student Leadership Award. Nominate a student whose leadership has contributed to the growth, development and vitality of York University. These awards recognize leadership, dedication, integrity, enthusiasm and the pursuit of excellence. Nomination deadline Friday, February 28 at 11:59 p.m.

Reading Week. There will be no classes from Tuesday, February 18 to Saturday, February 22. Enjoy your reading week and take some well-deserved time to rest!

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 effective Monday, March 31. Please check your usage, and if you find yourself nearing or over the limit, please take action to reduce your usage. 

Parking and Transportation Services Tabling Event with Smart Commute. Join Parking and Transportation Services with their partner Smart Commute to participate in Winter Commute Month. Keele Campus. Wednesday, February 12, 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. 111 Central Square. Registration not required. 

Discover York’s Graduate Open House during Reading Week! The Faculty of Graduate Studies invites you to Experience Grad York. Here you will be able to explore a range of learning options and career pathways offered at York. Virtual event. Tuesday, February 18 to Thursday, February 20. Registration required.   

Career Ready: International Student Conference. Get career ready with York International and the Career Centre as you network with industry professionals and alumni to kickstart your future. Keele Campus. Friday, February 21, 9 a.m. to 6:30 p.m. Second Student Centre. Registration required.

Career Kickstart Week @ Markham: Career Supports Virtual Drop-in Q&A Session. Drop in to speak directly with a career education and development specialist and start getting some answers for your career-related questions. Virtual event. Wednesday, February 12, 1 to 2 p.m. Registration not required. 

Career Kickstart Week @ Markham: Work-Study Student Job Fair. Discover the various on-campus work opportunities that York provides for its students to earn money and gain experience while studying. Markham Campus. Thursday, February 13, noon to 2 p.m. 1^st Floor Atrium. Registration required.  

How to Effectively Use LinkedIn. Learn how to use LinkedIn to your advantage by networking with professional contacts and building up your personal brand. Virtual event. Thursday, February 13, 2 to 3:30 p.m. Registration required.  

Career Kickstart Week @ Markham: Interview Preparation Webinar. Gain the confidence you need to impress your future employers in your next interview. Virtual event. Friday, February 14, 10 to 11 a.m. Registration required.

Effective Reading Strategies. Discover the difference between academic and leisurely reading while boosting your reading skills. Virtual event. Wednesday, February 12, noon to 1 p.m. Registration required. 

Indigenous Resources and Citations. Learn how to identify authentic Indigenous sources for your various academic papers. Virtual event. Wednesday, February 12, noon to 1 p.m. Registration required. 

Study Strategies that Work. Try out new study strategies that are proven to work with your brain to help you succeed in your classes. Keele Campus. Wednesday, February 12, 2:30 to 3:30 p.m. 203 Bethune College. Registration not required. 

Motivation & Procrastination. Explore new ways to overcome procrastination by using internal motivation to push yourself to get your tasks done. Virtual event. Thursday, February 13, 12:30 to 1:30 p.m. Registration required.

Citations 101 for Mature Students. Refresh your memory or discover the various citation styles used throughout university learning and elevate your academic papers to a new level. Virtual event. Wednesday, February 12, 12:30 to 1:30 p.m. Registration required.

Coffee Break. Relax and enjoy some good vibes while hanging out with fellow international students at the weekly coffee break! Keele Campus. Wednesday, February 12, 1 to 3 p.m. 280N York Lanes. Registration not required. 

Virtual UHIP Drop-In Session. Learn the steps to enrolling in the University Health Insurance Plan (UHIP) and be adequately prepared for medical emergencies. Virtual event. Wednesday, February 12, 2 to 4 p.m. Registration required.

Immigration Workroom: Study Permit Extension + PGWP. Extend your stay in Canada past your graduation by applying for a Post-Graduate Work Permit (PGWP) or study permit extension. Keele Campus. Friday, February 14, 1 to 2:15 p.m. 242 York Lanes. Registration required. 

Neighbourhood Exploration. Discover the exciting exhibitions on display at the Toronto Metropolitan University’s Image Centre. Toronto. Friday, February 14, 1 to 5 p.m. York University Subway Station. Registration required.

Social Savvy. Slow down and learn how to recognize the signs of burnout while replenishing your social and mental wellbeing without overworking yourself. Virtual event. Friday, February 14, 11:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. Registration required.

playGround Festival 2025. Bask in a variety of performances and plays put on by York’s talented theatre students. Keele Campus. Saturday, February 8 to Friday, February 14, 7:30 p.m. Joseph G. Green Studio Theatre. Ticket purchase required. 

The Goldfarb Gallery × Jane Street Speaks February Showcase. Discover the talent of emerging rappers, singers and spoken word artists from the Jane and Finch community. Keele Campus. Thursday, February 13, 6 to 9 p.m. The Goldfarb Gallery. Registration not required. 

Concerto Competition Concert. Enjoy the York University Symphony Orchestra in concert featuring the Concerto Competition winners. Keele Campus. Thursday, February 13, 7:30 to 9 p.m. Tribute Communities Recital Hall. Ticket purchase required.