Fall 2026 Schedule
Interested in applying to Graduate school in Psychology? Attend the first part of our workshop series where we discuss different types of degrees in Psychology, the life of a grad student, and finances in graduate school, and answer any questions you might have.
Date: Friday, September 18th, 2026 @6pm
Zoom link: https://yorku.zoom.us/j/95055355400?pwd=bRGgYQn6LvdhisMafpiPgVdE6CYrpe.1
For this part of our workshop series, we discuss application timelines, gaining research and volunteer experience, choosing the right program, contacting supervisors, whether or not to take the GRE, and answer your related questions.
Date: Monday September 21st, 2026 @6pm
Zoom link: https://yorku.zoom.us/j/91818506952?pwd=G6A0TnNfkcXy7nnJN0XoEQgE8kr7GM.1
Learn some basic R coding skills such as plotting figures, saving files, and more, from current graduate students in Psychology.
Note: Please install R and RStudio before the workshop. See this resource for instructions on installing R and RStudio on your computer. Feel free to contact Victoria (celio12@my.yorku.ca) before the session if you are experiencing difficulties.
Part 1: Wednesday, September 23rd, 2026 @6-7:30pm
Part 2: Wednesday, September 30th, 2026 @6-7:30pm
Zoom link: https://yorku.zoom.us/j/99211001209?pwd=jCWV1huKI1S3pMk46macJsgrvApxhb.1
For this part of our workshop series, we cover topics related to applying to tri-council awards and writing proposals, asking for references, writing personal statements, CV and transcripts, and answering your related questions.
Date: Monday, September 28th, 2026 @6pm
Zoom link: https://yorku.zoom.us/j/9067276503?omn=98961967067
Learn some basic R coding skills such as plotting figures, saving files, and more, from current graduate students in Psychology.
Note: Please install R and RStudio before the workshop. See this resource for instructions on installing R and RStudio on your computer. Feel free to contact Victoria (celio12@my.yorku.ca) before the session if you are experiencing difficulties.
Part 1: Wednesday, September 23rd, 2026 @6-7:30pm
Part 2: Wednesday, September 30th, 2026 @6-7:30pm
Zoom link: https://yorku.zoom.us/j/99211001209?pwd=jCWV1huKI1S3pMk46macJsgrvApxhb.1
This workshop will consist of interview tips and tricks to get you ready for applying to research positions and graduate school! This workshop also features an opportunity to practice and receive feedback from peers and graduate students in the Psychology Department at York University.
Date: Thursday, October 1st, 2026 @6pm
Zoom link: https://yorku.zoom.us/j/96744996700?pwd=1hQXygtfyt5gtidarKH8KpmAcowU16.1
This workshop covers different types of summer research experiences for undergraduate students. Topics include the importance of volunteering, how to find research experiences, tips for applying to labs, and the basics of adding these experiences to your CV.
Date: Monday, October 5, 2026 @6pm
Zoom link: https://yorku.zoom.us/j/96814341024
Learn advanced R coding skills from current graduate students in Psychology.
Note: Students should have a basic foundation in R and statistics as prerequisites. Please install R and RStudio before the workshop (see this resource for instructions). Feel free to contact Victoria (celio12@my.yorku.ca) before the session for any questions.
Date: Thursday, October 15th, 2026 @6pm
Zoom link: https://yorku.zoom.us/j/92745843248?pwd=5emFann0h05ufqYEouZfdBFj5FavnI.1
Learn differences between undergraduate and graduate funding, and money management basics as a graduate student (e.g., setting up a budget, understanding different account types in Canada, student discounts, ways to save as a student).
For questions please contact Sarah Campbell (scampb@yorku.ca).
Date: Monday, November 2nd, 2026 @4-5:30pm
Location: Behavioural Sciences Building, Room 101
What else would you like to see PUMP do? Send us an email.
Archived Workshops
This workshop provides an overview of how to create an effective CV, including the key differences between a résumé and a CV, essential components to include, characteristics of a strong CV, and examples of common academic CV templates.
Interested in pursuing a career in Social Work? Join the Graduate Program Engagement Coordinator from the School of Social Work for an information session! Your opportunity to learn about careers in social work, the admissions process and program structure.
Date: Monday, March 16th, 2026 @6pm
Zoom link: https://yorku.zoom.us/j/96891819333?pwd=CKXt8OQiuhSDTge9GX9ARHxQUdYijr.1
This workshop will discuss counselling psychology programs and how they compare to other psychology-related professions, application timelines, differences between master's and doctoral degrees in counselling, gaining research and volunteer experience, choosing the right program/reviewing training programs in Canada, contacting supervisors, job titles and career options in counselling. There will also be an opportunity to ask the speakers questions at the end.
Date: Thursday, March 19th, 2026 @6-8pm
Zoom link: https://yorku.zoom.us/j/96952404501