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Graduate Events

Welcome to the Graduate Events page, where you'll find information about all the upcoming events available to you as a graduate student in LA&PS. This includes our Graduate Cafés, events happening both virtually and in person and health and wellness classes. Join the amazing community of graduate students at York and feel supported at every stage of your studies. Check out the calendar below to see what interests you.

Featured Events


Graduate Student Welcome & Welcome Back Social Mixer

Date: Wednesday, September 23
Time: 6:00 - 8:00 p.m.
Location: 002 Atkinson & Courtyard

Whether you are new to York or returning, kick off the new semester with good vibes, great company, fun games and activities, and plenty of pizza!

Join us at the Grad Welcome (and Welcome Back) Mixer, to enjoy a casual and friendly gathering for graduate students. Reconnect with colleagues, meet new friends, and ease into the new academic term.

Whether you're returning to campus or just getting started, this is a great chance to build community, share experiences, and enjoy some well-earned relaxation.


Tragedy at Grad Café! A Murder Mystery

Date: Thursday, October 29
Time: 6:00 - 9:00 p.m.
Location: 109 Atkinson (Harry Crowe Room)

Join us for an interactive murder mystery where you’ll work alongside fellow graduate students to uncover clues, investigate suspects, and piece together the evidence.

Put your detective skills to the test, share theories, and see if you can figure out what really happened.

Upcoming Events


Graduate Student Events

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Grad Café

The Grad Café is a drop-in space for graduate students to unwind, connect with peers and take a break from academic pressures. Express your artistic side and meet other students - we'll provide the refreshments.

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Webinars & Virtual Events

A graduate student’s life is often hectic and it’s not always easy to find time to attend events on campus. Our events can provide easier accessibility to key information during these busy times.

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Graduate Health & Wellness

In partnership with Athletics & Recreation, this wholistic health and wellness program for graduate students is based on a structured, regularly scheduled series of in-person fitness activities and health-focused seminars.