This Week @ York

Kindness: A Black History Month Special. During Black History Month, we reflect on the historical resistance to unkind behaviours. This month, Susu B. converses with Nebiyou Timotewos, founder of the Brothers-4-Brothers mentorship program and the non-profit organization, Communities Care. Find out how Nebiyou uses kindness to respond to adversity. 

Getting to Know BE YU. Black Excellence at York University (BE YU) has made a significant impact on Black student life at York. With regularly hosting workshops, events, peer mentoring and more, there’s lots to learn about BE YU – Check out the latest YU Blog post to learn more. 

Scholar’s Hub @ Home | Truth Commissions and State Building. Truth commissions typically arise out of periods of civil unrest to determine the facts, causes and consequences of past human rights violations. Explore how these commissions could be used as mechanisms for civic change, identity formation, public reform and rebuilding in post-conflict societies. Virtual event. Wednesday, February 26, noon to 1 p.m. Registration required. 

Health Fair | Celebrating Black Health. Discover the keys to maintaining your health and wellness by visiting the health fair and learning how to take better care of yourself. Keele Campus. Wednesday, February 26, 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. Vari Hall Rotunda. Registration not required. 

The Harriet Tubman Institute’s Black History Month 2025: Community Organizing. Join the discussion on community organizing and how to better support the hard (and often unpaid) efforts of the individuals and groups advocating for their various communities. Hybrid event. Keele Campus. Thursday, February 27, noon to 2 p.m. 314 York Lanes. Registration required. 

Black and Bold: Education, Empowerment and Excellence. Examine the evolution of education throughout the years in relation to the Black experience and Black students’ access to academic resources. Keele Campus. Thursday, February 27, 5:30 to 7 p.m. 305 Founders College. Registration required. 

BEACON 2025 Gala Night. Celebrate the end of Black History Month with a night of culture, entertainment and awards. Toronto. Saturday, March 1, 5:30 to 11 p.m. Location disclosed to participants. Ticket purchase required. 

A Guided Tour of Resources for Black Students at York University. Follow along with this tour of resources specifically aimed at Black students with insights and reflections of spaces on campus that support the Black community. Keele Campus. Tuesday, March 4, noon to 1:30 p.m. 248 Health, Nursing and Environmental Studies Building. Registration required. 

The Paradox of Inclusion. Whether you have a marginalized identity or you’re an ally, it is always good to learn new ways to incorporate Decolonization, Equity, Diversity and Inclusion (DEDI) best practices in your life. Participate in the various inclusion week events, workshops and socials to discover more about the theme for this year: the paradox of inclusion. Hybrid event. Keele & Markham Campuses. Monday, March 3 to Friday, March 7. Various locations and times. Registration required for some events. 

Weather Alerts. Check the Safety App to stay up to date on any weather alerts the University may send out during the winter season. Turn on push notifications to get immediate updates. Stay warm! 

Do you have questions? SAVY has answers. The new SAVY bot is still learning new information, which is why your questions are essential! With a new wealth of knowledge to share, stop by and ask SAVY a question about campus resources, OSAP and more. 

Complete 3 Credits and Build Your Network with C4. Connect with students from different Faculties this summer and work together on an interdisciplinary project that tackles real-world challenges. Expand your network, combine expertise and gain valuable experience this May, over just three weeks. 

We’re Listening! Library Census Day. Help with the library census by tapping your YU-card when walking into any York library! Keele, Glendon and Markham Campuses. Wednesday, February 26. Registration not required. 

Procrastination Awareness Week (PAW). Explore new ways to defeat procrastination with a week of free workshops, study halls and new concentration strategies! Virtual event. Monday, March 3 to Friday March 7, noon to 5 p.m. Registration required. 

Seeking Volunteers for Spring Open House. Help greet potential newcomers to the York community by applying to be a volunteer for the upcoming Keele Campus open house event on Saturday, March 15, 8 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. Registration 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.   

Complete the Canadian Campus Wellbeing Survey! Your feedback on health services is important. Help make a difference on campus; dedicate 15 to 20 minutes to complete the survey and be entered to win high-value prizes, including an iPhone 16 Pro! Last day to complete the survey is Sunday, March 9. 

Mentor Circles: Breaking into Healthcare Careers: Join a mentoring session where you can discover diverse careers in the healthcare industry and strategies to impact community well-being from York alumni! Keele Campus. Monday, March 3, 5:30 to 7 p.m. Alumni & Career Lounge, York Lanes. Registration required. 

Business Model Canvas Workshop for Entrepreneurs & Aspiring Entrepreneurs. Develop your business using the popular Business Model Canvas – a visual tool that provides a comprehensive, high-level view of all aspects of your company, including operations, customers, revenue streams and more. Keele Campus. Tuesday, March 4, noon to 2 p.m. Alumni & Career Lounge, York Lanes. Registration required. 

Mentor Circles: How to get into Finance and Banking Careers: Explore how to build to build expertise in business and financial markets and more from York alumni! Keele Campus. Tuesday, March 4, 5:30 to 7 p.m. Alumni & Career Lounge, York Lanes. Registration required. 

Research 101: Navigating the Library and E-Resources. Find out where to look for specific academic resources and navigate through the York library website. Virtual event. Thursday, February 27, noon to 1 p.m. Registration required. 

Unlocking Your Roots: Tracing Your African-Caribbean Family History. Take the first steps to documenting your family’s history by learning the basics of genealogical research. Virtual event. Thursday, February 27, 3 to 4 p.m. Registration required. 

Teamwork Tools for Mature Students. Master collaborative tools, learn how to organize files and use assignment contracts to ensure accountability within your team. Virtual event. Wednesday, February 26, 3 to 4 p.m. Registration required.  

Coffee Break. Grab a coffee while catching up with your fellow international students. Keele Campus. Wednesday, February 26, 1 to 3 p.m. 280N York Lanes. Registration not required.  

Virtual UHIP Drop-in Session. Be better prepared for medical emergencies by applying for the University Health Insurance Plan (UHIP). Virtual event. Wednesday, February 26, 2 to 4 p.m. Registration required. 

Immigration Workroom: Study Permit Extension + PGWP. Extend your stay in Canada with a study permit extension or Post-Graduate Work Permit (PGWP). Keele Campus. Friday, February 28, 1 to 2:15 p.m. 242 York Lanes. Registration required. 

Neighbourhood Exploration. Go off campus and explore more of the city by visiting Pacific Mall – a popular spot to get food, clothes or hang out with friends. Toronto. Friday, February 28, 1 to 5 p.m. York University Subway Station (North Side). Registration required. 

Establishing Effective Boundaries for Leaders. Discover fundamental leadership skills you can incorporate into your life and how they work in practice. Virtual event. Monday, March 3, 12:30 to 1:30 p.m. Registration required. 

Schulich Creates: Charms & Chocolate. Create custom affirmation phone charms and bracelets while enjoying delicious chocolate in a welcoming space within the Schulich School of Business. Keele Campus. Wednesday, February 26, noon to 1 p.m. Marketplace/Peer Mentor Corner. Registration not required. 

Climate Emotion Café. Discover the link between climate challenges and mental health while enjoying some light refreshments. Keele Campus. Wednesday, February 26, 11:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. 140 Health, Nursing and Environmental Studies Building. Registration required. 

Ask a Nurse @ the Health Fair. Stop by and consult a healthcare professional about your medical worries from the convenience of campus. Keele Campus. Wednesday, February 26, 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. Vari Hall Rotunda. Registration not required. 

Coffee Break and Colouring. Chill out at Coffee Break with Zone Internationale! De-stress while colouring, listening to music and unwinding. Glendon Campus. Wednesday, February 26, 2 to 4 p.m. Student Centre. Registration not required. 

Look Good, Feel Good Photobooth & Selfie Contest. Use positive affirmation sticky notes and other props to take photos and enter the #LookGoodFeelGood contest at the photobooth. Keele Campus. Thursday, February 27, 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. 001 Vanier College. Registration not required. 

Social Savvy. Kick off the end of the Social Savvy series by learning how to regulate your emotions and overcome social anxiety. Virtual event. Friday, February 28, 11:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. Registration required.

Aum-Mazing Meditation. Find out the religious and cultural significance of ‘aum’ during this guided meditation session. Keele Campus. Friday, February 28, 2:30 to 3:30 p.m. 320 Bethune College. Registration required. 

Point of View Lunchtime Talks. Take some time to explore the exhibition on display while joining an in-gallery discussion of the artworks led by an associate professor at York. Keele Campus. Wednesday, February 26, 12:30 to 1 p.m. Joan & Martin Goldfarb Gallery. Registration not required. 

Department of Music: Student Showcase. Spend your lunch break surrounded by the musical talent of York’s very own music students. Keele Campus. Wednesday, February 26, 12:30 to 1:30 p.m. Martin Family Lounge. Registration not required. 

VCP presents KINKY BOOTS. Come out and enjoy KINKY BOOTS, Vanier College Production’s (VCP) musical for this year, and see the talented performances of York students. Keele Campus. Thursday, February 27 to Sunday, March 9. 258 Vanier College. Ticket purchase required.