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First-Year Experience

Starting university can be both exciting and overwhelming. Our team of staff and Peer Mentors provide you with all the necessary info and resources to make your transition as smooth as possible. 

We’re here to support you every step of the way! 

Have a question about enrolment and degree planning? Connect with Academic Advising at LA&PS.

Peer Mentorship

Connect with friendly and knowledgeable upper-year students excited about helping you succeed in your first year! Peer Mentors can help you access university services, make friends and get involved, build your confidence and give you the inside scoop on life at York. Look for our Peer Mentors on campus in pink vests or in the Community Hub (VC001) for "Eat, Play, Chill" every Tuesday (12 p.m. - 3 p.m.) each week.

students sitting on the grass in Keele campus commons

Eat, Play, Chill Program

Are you a First Year Student in LA&PS? Are you looking for a break between classes? Join us for a fun, relaxed space just for LA&PS first-year students!

Make friends. Play games. Grab FREE lunch! First come, first served!

When: Tuesdays, 12:00 PM – 3:00 PM
Where: VC 001
Questions? Email us at lapsfye@yorku.ca.

Resources

First-Year Experience eClass

Every time you log into eClass, take a moment to open the First Year Experience Course where you’ll find the First-Year Handbook, a complete guide to navigating your first year and a curated calendar of events. Don’t miss our Monday Morning Announcements, which help you start each week on the right foot!

LA&PS Life College Hub

Register for LA&PS Colleges events and find our FYE Peer Mentor meeting booking schedule.

Community Hub

Don’t know where to go in between classes? Hang out at the LA&PS Community Hub (VC 001). The Community Hub is a warm and welcoming space with microwaves, regular events, ample study space and it is a great place for group work or socializing.
Room VC 001 is open to students Monday to Friday, 9 a.m. – 4 p.m.

How to Access the First-Year Experience eClass Site

All First-Year students in the Faculty of Liberal Arts & Professional Studies (LA&PS) are automatically enrolled in our First Year Experience eClass site. This site is packed with information to help you make a smooth transition into your studies.

Passport York

You'll need a Passport York username and password to login to eClass.

Logging in

The first time you access eClass, you'll be prompted to confirm your email address before proceeding.

Find your course

At the top of the eClass site, click on My Courses to see all your courses including the First-Year Experience. 

Questions?

Please don't hesitate to email any questions you may have about your first year at York to us at lapsfye@yorku.ca.