By Camila Nakamura As an international student coming from a place where seasons are not as differentiated as here in Canada, the Fall just feels magical - I grew up watching movies set in this time of the year, and now I am finally experiencing it in “real life”. So, I thought I would share […]
Founded in 2009, New College is, as the name suggests, the latest addition to York’s nine colleges, and one of the Faculty of LA&PS’s four colleges. It supports undergraduate students in Commerce, Information Technology, Human Resources Management, and Disaster and Emergency Management. Today, we bring to you a one-on-one talk with Professor Zachary Spicer, who […]
Named after Major General The Right Honourable Georges P. Vanier, Vanier College was founded in 1967 and was the second college to be established on York’s Keele campus. Vanier College is dedicated to supporting undergraduate students in a variety of programs including economics, humanities and social sciences. Today, we bring to you a one-on-one talk […]
By Suhel Singh Randhawa Founded in 1968, McLaughlin College was named in honour of the late Colonel Robert Samuel McLaughlin, a Canadian business pioneer. George Tatham, who was the founding Head of McLaughlin College, had a vision for the college to represent the whole person, and accordingly, arts, music, poetry, and athletics have a prominent […]
By: Afkaheen Alam Are you tired of struggling to find a study space at Scott Library? Are you looking to connect with upper-year students for advice? Would you like a space to socialize and engage in fun activities with peers? Introducing LA&PS Colleges Community Hub! Visit the Community Hub: Where? Vanier College, Room 001 (Renaissance […]
By: Yasaman Zavar Midterm season is approaching, and for many, this can be a stressful time, but worry not! In this little guided handbook, I will share a constructive step-by-step guide to help you ace your next midterms. It is necessary to say that everyone’s learning style is different, and so are their studying […]
By Kimberly De Oliveira If you’re anything like me, you step into each new school year determined to take control and make it your best yet. In the first couple of weeks, it is hard to deny the high energy and positive vibe all throughout campus. People reconnecting after the break or meeting for the […]
By Camila Nakamura This year I had the opportunity to attend the Toronto International Film Festival for the first time. Running over a week in the beginning of September, the festival brings a solid and diverse lineup with Canadian and international films, shorts and documentaries. Such a diverse lineup makes the experience accessible and enjoyable […]
By: Afkaheen Alam Going from the hallways of a high school where teachers know your name to having classes with several hundred students in Curtis Lecture Hall can feel intimidating. Even for the most academically motivated student, knowing where to start with research and what academic paths are available in the future can be quite […]
York University has a wide array of resources at its students’ disposal, be it mental health support, academics, recreation, or professional development opportunities. One such resource is the Advancing YU program, which is an alumni-based mentorship program that provides black and women students in the Faculty of Liberal Arts and Professional Studies the opportunity to […]