This Week @ York for Week of October 3, 2023

Health & Wellness

  • Well-being Week

    Mental Health Services and Supports Tabling Keele Campus. Gain useful information on services offered at York such as Student Counselling, Health & Well-being, The Centre for Sexual Violence Response, Support and Education, Centre for Indigenous Student Services and more. Keele Campus. Wednesday, October 4, 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. Vari Hall. Registration not required.

  • Self-care Through Art. This workshop will introduce you to simple art techniques to help you reduce stress. No art or writing skills are necessary, just bring your open curiosity and non-judgment. Virtual event. Wednesday, October 4, noon to 1 p.m. Registration required.

  • Well-being for Challenging Times. Join this session to discover mental health and well-being supports on and off campus, wellness strategies to optimize your learning, find accessible ways to make change and more. Virtual event. Thursday, October 5, 10 to 11 a.m. Registration required.

  • Teaching Kitchen Series. Learn how to make no bake energy bites, a delicious brain health food that includes Fair Trade chocolate. Glendon Campus. Thursday, October 5, 2 to 3 p.m. Glendon Dining Hall. Keele Campus. Wednesday, October 25, 2 to 3 p.m. Nourish YU Zone, Ross South 166. Registration required. Limited seats available.

  • Learn about Graduate Student Wellness Services. Explore various support services and resources by connecting with York’s Wellness team. Virtual event. Friday, October 6, noon to 1 p.m. Registration required.

  • Physical Well-being Group Classes. Experience how physical well-being can help aspects of spiritual and mental well-being by engaging in a variety of activities including yoga, martial arts and more. Keele Campus. Various dates available throughout well-being week, 7:30 a.m. to 8:30 p.m. Tait McKenzie. Registration not required.

Campus Safety

  • Safety Tips. Support safety on campus by becoming familiar with safety precautions and useful resources.

  • goSAFE. Why walk alone when our goSAFE team can join you while coming to and from York’s campuses. Call 416-736-5454, use the Safety App, access blue light emergency phones on Campus or use on-campus safety phones to connect with an escort.

  • Safety App. Receive safety alerts and safety resources, including campus security, goSAFE and campus shuttles directly to your mobile device through York’s free app.

FYI

  • Learn more about the benefits of global learning. Connect with representatives from partner universities and students who studied abroad to learn about student life, course offerings and what to expect. Keele Campus. Thursday, October 5, 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Vari Hall. Registration not required.

  • Value Meals. Explore an exciting and healthy menu created with all community members in mind. The value meal program will be available at Stong, Winters and Glendon Dining Hall.

  • Academic Integrity Month. Strengthen your academic skills, gain confidence as a scholar and explore the resources you need to succeed with academic integrity. Join Academic Integrity Month activities taking place throughout October. 

Careers Support

  • Graduate & Professional Studies Expo (GPSE). Gain the opportunity to explore different educational paths, connect with recruiters and more to learn how to improve your chances of getting into your program of choice. Keele Campus. Thursday, October 5, 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. Second Student Centre. Registration not required.

Learning Skills

  • Study Strategies That Work. Some study strategies are more effective than others. Learn about what is happening within our brains when we learn, and forget, and explore study strategies proven to work. Virtual event. Wednesday, October 4, 11:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. Registration required.

  • Tests, Midterms, Exams, Oh My! Learn tips and strategies you can use before, during and after your test to feel prepared and confident. Virtual event. Thursday, October 5, 11 a.m. to noon. Registration required.

  • Pop Up Advising Fair. Find the answers to your questions about OSAP, degree requirements, study permits, career pathways and more by connecting with our advising experts, all in one place. Get your questions answered and the support you need to help you map out your path for success. Keele and Glendon Campus. October 18, 2023, 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. Vari Hall, Pond Residence and the Glendon Centre of Excellence. Registration not required.

  • Academic Integrity Virtual Scavenger Hunt Activity. Learn about how York’s many services can support you on your academic journey. Participants will be entered into a draw to win one of four $50 gift cards to the York University Bookstore. Contest closes Tuesday, October 31.

International Student Support

  • Future Career Launch: Job Search and Networking Strategies. Discover how employers fill job openings and build relationships that maximize your job search efforts. Virtual event. Wednesday, October 4, 2 to 4 p.m. Registration required.

  • Manage your time effectively. This workshop will help you gain the skills needed to start building balance in your student life. Keele Campus. Thursday, October 5, 2 to 4 p.m. 242 York Lanes. Registration required.

Get Involved

  • Academic Exchange Info Session. An academic exchange allows students to study abroad for one or two semesters. Explore the global opportunities available and gather useful information for planning ahead. Virtual event. Friday, October 6, 11 a.m. to noon. Registration required.

  • Coffee Break: Flavours of the World. Engage in conversations about your favourite meals, spices, culinary experiences and the best places to eat on and off campus. Come hungry for knowledge and leave with a belly full of culinary inspiration! Keele Campus. Friday, October 6, 2 to 4 p.m. 280A York Lanes. Registration required.

  • Outdoor Experience Program. Experience various outdoor trips while meeting new friends, visiting places in Ontario you may otherwise not see and reap the health and well-being benefits of being outdoors. In-person events. Various dates available starting Friday, October 27. Registration required.