Consider this the hub for all your collegial needs. At the Faculty of Liberal Arts & Professional Studies (LA&PS), you’ll be assigned to one of our four amazing Colleges depending on your program. This is the shared home for McLaughlin College, Founders College, New College and or Vanier College. Each of our Colleges has distinct characteristics to suit your social and academic needs.
Whether you're taking advantage of opportunities offered in your individual College or accessing shared programming, we have it all. Get ready to meet and network with fellow students in the Faculty, attend events, get involved, and access support. From orientation to graduation, your college life begins here!
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Read our Land Acknowledgment, which recognizes the unique and enduring relationship of Indigenous people and their traditional territory.
LA&PS Summer Welcome!
Join us on Thursday, May 8 from 1 - 3 p.m. in the LA&PS Community Hub (Vanier College 001 – just downstairs from the Vanier College Lobby).
Highlights to look forward to include:
- Learn all about the Faculty of Liberal Arts & Professional Studies and how you can empower your first-year experience!
- Hear from current, upper-year students about their experiences and tips for a successful first year!
- Connect with resources and services available to help you thrive at York!
- Meet other new students, grab a goodie bag, and cool down with free, frozen treats!
We can’t wait to meet you on May 8!
Save the Date!
Get ready to kickstart your academic journey by joining us at LA&PS Orientation Day on Tuesday, August 26, 2025!
Highlights to look forward to include:
- Connect and make friends with upper-year students and fellow students in your program!
- Meet your professors and enjoy an exciting introduction to your chosen field of study at our academic program sessions!
- Get firsthand information about all of the resources and supports available to you at our Orientation Lunch and Student Services & Clubs Fair.
Check out the LA&PS Orientation page for more updates! We can’t wait to meet you on August 26th!
LA&PS Colleges Programming
Initiatives for International & BIPOC Students
Are you an international or BIPOC student? Learn about what makes Founders College unique, like Advancing YU and more programs for LA&PS students that self-identify as Black, Indigenous and/or a member of other equity-seeking groups.
Support for Early Year Students
Leading with LA&PS program is designed to support you in developing your leadership skills. Through McLaughlin College, you will get the chance to attend a variety of workshops building on different skills.
Graduate Life & Professional Development
Grad students: New College is here to help you plan your future at York and beyond! Learn about our professional development workshops, events and more to support your grad school journey.
Upper Year Leadership & Development
Are you a second-, third-, or fourth-year student? Find out how Vanier College can support your upper-year university experience. The Leading with LA&PS program is designed to support you in developing your leadership skills and more.
Upcoming Events
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