GL Zone is a unique peer mentorship and community engagement program at the Glendon Campus of York University. Whether you’re looking for academic guidance, student life information or ways to get involved on campus, our peer mentors and peer leaders are here to help!
Visit our interactive kiosk in the Centre of Excellence to ask questions, discover campus events and workshops, participate in activities, and connect with the Glendon community.
Need help?
- First-year students: Contact our peer mentor team at glzone@glendon.yorku.ca.
- Returning students: Visit our kiosk in the Centre of Excellence or email studentaffairs@glendon.yorku.ca.
Quick Links
Talk to a Peer Mentor
Do you feel like you would do better if you had someone to support you during your university life? Do you want someone to help you practice your language skills or just want an accountability buddy? Peer mentors can help you with all of that as well as campus involvement and basic life skills while helping you achieve your personal and academic goals.
Mentors provide guidance on:
- Academic & Financial Literacy
- Wellness
- Leadership Development
- Communication
- Campus life
Meet Our GL Zone Team
Hi! I’m Hazel. I love Glendon’s atmosphere, scenery, and community. I’m involved with Lunik, GL Zone, Glendon Media Club, and Peace by PEACE. Love chatting about languages, art, music, or TV—stop me on campus anytime! I have been able to accomplish innovative and important work in Software Engineering through theoretical knowledge, the chance to participate in the York Engineering Competition, experiential learning opportunities and much more.
— Hazel, Student Success Mentor
Professional Translation, 3rd Year
Hi! I’m Natasha, preparing to become a French teacher. Glendon quickly became my second home thanks to its welcoming community. I’m involved with GL Zone, Recruitment, and student organizations. Reach me at tashagl@yorku.ca for advice or just to chat!
— Natasha, Student Success Mentor
French Studies & Sociology, 4th Year
Concurrent Education
Hello, I'm Khadi, and this is my first year as part of GL Zone and I am so excited to meet all of you! I'm involved in a lot of organisations on campus, such as Alteri, our theater club, and the GCSU, our student union. Glendon is an amazing community that welcomed me with open arms, and I have no doubt that it will do the same for you! Come say hi if you ever see me in the hallway, or you can reach me at khadi26@yorku.ca.
— Khadissatou, International Student Success Mentor
Political Science, 2nd Year
Hello! I’m Vivian. I’ve loved my years at Glendon and am now in teacher’s college. I’ve been part of GL Zone for four years and enjoy reading, camping, and spending time with family and friends. Happy to answer questions or give guidance—looking forward to meeting you!
— Vivian, Student Success Mentor
French Studies & Concurrent Education, 6th Year
Hi! I’m Lily. I’m passionate about French, student life, and helping others. This is my third year as a Student Success Mentor with GL Zone. I love exploring Quebec, strengthening my French, and making lifelong friendships. Reach me at lily.assatory@glendon.yorku.ca!
— Lily, Student Success Mentor
French Studies & Concurrent Education, 6th Year
Hi! I’m Artmis. I love Glendon’s tight-knit community—it helped me come out of my shell! I’ve been part of GL Zone for almost 4 years, presented on student panels, and now manage socials for @glstudentlife. If you see me filming on campus, come join in!
— Artmis, Social Media & Website Assistant
French Studies & Concurrent Education, 6th year
Join the Team
Are you an involved student on campus, or looking to get more involved? Then GL Zone is a great opportunity to get connected and maximize your experience.
We will be looking for peer leader volunteers and student success mentors for Summer 2027! Applications will open in the Spring.
Why join the team?
- Develop leadership, communication, problem-solving, and conflict resolution skills
- Make positive impact on Glendon student life
- Grow personally, professionally, and academically
- Network with other students, and full-time staff
- Be part of an inclusive and supportive team
- Get a GL Zone sweater and other swag
- Reference letter (upon request)
Peer Leader: Kiosk activities *Fall-Winter
- 2-3 hours/week (kiosk or pop-up campus stations), or campus events
- September to end of March
- Proactively engage with students and other community members
- Animating and moderating activities at the Kiosk or pop-up campus stations, or events
- Answering questions, identifying need and liaising with resources and support
- Collaborate with social media team to create content
- Support a full-day of Glendon Orientation Day – week of August 31 and September 7
Student Success Mentor Lead (Work Study position) *Summer, Fall-Winter (To be posted on YU-Hire)
- 17+ hours/week in office (Summer), 10 hours/week in office (Fall-Winter) or campus events *Note this is a fully in-person position, with hours spread over two or more days weekly.
- Support a full-day Glendon Orientation Day as well as other orientation events in the week of August 25 and September 1
- First-year experience programming, Glendon 101 and orientation activities coordination, leadership and support for peer mentor team
- Create engagement events and activities for new incoming students, including at kiosk or pop-up campus stations
- Participate in regular check-in sessions each semester
- Full Team meeting 1 a semester, plus optional socials
- Support a full-day of Glendon Orientation Day – week of August 31 and September 7
Student Success Mentor (Work Study position) *Fall-Winter (To be posted on YU-Hire)
- 10 hours/week in office, GL Zone kiosk or campus events *Note this is a fully in-person position, with hours spread over two or more days weekly.
- Mid-August to end of April, Training in August
- Support a full-day Glendon Orientation Day as well as other orientation events in the week of August 25 and September 1
- You will have shared responsibility for email communications on peer-to-peer basis for new incoming students
- Create engagement events and activities for new incoming students, including at kiosk or pop-up campus stations
- Participate in regular check-in sessions each semester
- Full Team meeting 1 a semester, plus optional socials
- Support a full-day of Glendon Orientation Day – week of August 31 and September 7