This Week @ York for Week of July 25, 2023

FYI

  • Volunteer with York International! Your university experience involves more than just going to class. Build a community, engage in recreational activities and learn about areas that you are interested in while having some fun. Application deadline is Thursday, August 10.

  • An Introduction to Black Excellence at York University (BE YU). Learn about the BE YU Program and how they can support you during your time at York. Meet members of the team, explore the opportunities the programs provide and how students can maximize their post-secondary success with BE YU. Keele Campus. Thursday, July 27, 4:30 to 6 p.m. DB 0010. Registration required.

  • SAVY is Here to Support You! Need tips to plan for the fall term? Chat with SAVY today!

Careers Support

  • On the Job Success Webinar. Learn how to create a lasting impression, handle difficult situations and communicate effectively at your new job. Virtual event. Wednesday, July 26, noon to 1:30 p.m. Registration required.

  • Interview Preparation Webinar. Present yourself confidently in your next interview or networking event. Virtual event. Thursday, July 27, 10 to 11:30 a.m. Registration required.

  • Labatt Summer Virtual Recruitment Events: Bevy Chats! Explore summer 2024 internship opportunities with Labatt Brewing Company and learn from current employees. Virtual event. July 27, noon to 1 p.m. Registration required.

  • Personality & Career Choice Webinar. Learn more about the Myers Briggs Type Indicator (MBTI) and how knowing your personality type can guide you in your decision-making. Virtual event. Thursday, July 27, 2 to 3:30 p.m. Registration required.

  • C4 Information Session. Make social impacts, work with people from different disciplines, earn course credits and more. Virtual event. Friday, July 28, 10 a.m. Registration required.

  • Resumé and Cover Letter Writing. Present your experiences, education and skills in a way that showcases your assets when applying for jobs. Virtual event. Monday, July 31, 10 to 11:30 a.m. Registration required.

  • RBC’s Pre-Approved CPA Program. Gain work experience with guidance from successful Chartered Professional Accountants (CPAs) and Chartered Accountants (CAs) with years of audit and business experience and more at RBC. In-person event. Tuesday, August 1, 3:30 to 5 p.m. Downtown Toronto. Registration required.

Learning Skills

  • Critical Thinking. Push beyond purely descriptive levels of thinking to deeper levels of understanding, analysis, critical thinking and evaluation. Virtual event. Friday, July 28, noon to 1 p.m. Registration required.

  • Organize Your Draft: Good Introductions and Reverse Outlines. Recognize the strengths and weaknesses of your writing process and apply composing strategies to reduce frustration. Virtual event. Tuesday, August 1, 11:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. Registration not required.

Mature Student Support

  • Navigating York Courses Website. Decode course terminology, navigate key features and uncover essential course-related information on the York courses website. Virtual event. Wednesday, July 26, 2 to 3 p.m. Registration required.

  • Meditation Focused on Academics and Life Challenges. Explore an array of meditation styles to de-stress and increase positivity. Virtual event. Tuesday, August 1, 10 to 10:45 a.m. Registration not required.

International Student Support

  • English Conversation Partners Program. Join this volunteer-based program where native English speakers, or proficient English speakers, are matched with a student peer who has English as an additional language (EAL/ELL/ESL). Applications will be assessed on a first come- first serve basis.

  • Ask me Anything (AMA) with International Student Ambassadors. Hear from international students about how they built friendships and community at York and in Canada. Virtual event. Wednesday, July 26, 9 to 10 a.m. Registration required.

  • Coffee Break: Karaoke. Enjoy a lively environment while singing along to your favourite song. Keele Campus. Wednesday, July 26, 2 to 4 p.m. 280N York Lanes. Registration required.

  • Neighbourhood Exploration - Chinatown and Kensington Market. Explore Chinatown and Kensington Market with York International. Keele Campus. Friday, July 28, 1:30 to 6 p.m. 200 York Lanes. Registration required.

Get Involved

  • Summer Movie Night. Join an exclusive movie night peppered with exciting popcorn, fresh juice and the Transformers. Keele Campus. Wednesday, July 26, 4 to 6:30 p.m. Vari Hall A. Registration required.