Participate in the 2025 Automotive Innovation Challenge (AIC)

This 2-day hackathon empowers students to tackle real-world mobility and automotive challenges through hands-on learning, workshops and expert mentorship. Top teams will pitch their ideas to industry leaders for a chance to win the exclusive 'Dinner with the Executives’ Award ($500 value) and the opportunity to engage in a career mentorship discussion with industry leaders.

📅 Nov. 8 – 9 | The Sandbox in Design Commons, Bergeron Centre

Writing Centre Drop-in Sessions

Do you have a quick question about your writing? Hop into an online zoom session to ask one of our writing experts or come and visit us from Tuesday through Friday at Founders College 034, no registration needed! 

The Chantel Dunn Memorial Award

Are you a changemaker in African-Canadian communities? You may be eligible for the Chantel Dunn Memorial Award, which recognizes students who demonstrate leadership in making a difference. Applicants must be Canadian citizens, permanent residents or protected persons, residents of Ontario and must demonstrate financial need.   

To be considered for this award you must have completed your Student Profile in the Financial Aid, Awards and Scholarships (FAAS) platform, including a completed Needs Assessment for the current study period.

The George Hopton Award 

This award is intended to recognize and encourage students with special needs or circumstances. Awarded annually, applicants must be pursuing their first degree, completed at least 18 credits in LA&PS, have a minimum overall GPA of 7.0 and majoring in any of the following fields: Humanities, Religious Studies, Social Science, Sociology, Social Work, Gender or Woman's Studies.  

To be considered for this award you must have completed your Student Profile in the Financial Aid, Awards and Scholarships (FAAS) platform, including a completed Needs Assessment for the current study period.

Awards & Scholarship Information Session 

Have questions about how to maximize your awards and bursaries eligibility? Join us for the Awards & Scholarship Information Session where you will learn how to enhance your FAAS App profile and explore LA&PS awards and bursaries you may be eligible for! 

📅 Monday, Nov. 3 | 1 – 2 p.m. | Virtual Via Zoom 

Get Ready for Success: Academic & Communication Excellence (ACE) certificate program 

We’re here to support your success! Explore the Academic & Communication Excellence (ACE) certificate to build essential skills for university and beyond. 

Next session – Speak Up: Building Academic Discussion Skills 
Learn practical techniques to manage speaking anxiety, prepare effectively for class contributions, think critically in the moment and communicate your ideas persuasively. Through guided exercises and peer practice, you’ll build the tools to engage meaningfully in classroom discourse, which is an essential skill for academic and professional success. 

📅 Wednesday, Oct. 29 | 4:30 – 6 p.m. | Virtual via Zoom 

📅 Tuesday, Nov. 11 | 2:30 – 4 p.m. | York Lanes Room 280A

2025 Career Ready Conference 

The Career Ready Conference is designed specifically for international students, featuring inspiring speakers, interactive workshops and networking opportunities aimed at supporting your professional development. This year’s conference offers a dynamic blend of virtual pre-conference sessions and an in-person conference experience, giving you the flexibility to engage in the way that works best for you. Gain the tools you need to succeed in today’s job market and Canadian recruitment processes. 

All pre-conference sessions are free. The full-day conference costs $15 to attend.  

📅 Saturday, Nov. 22 | 10 a.m. – 6 p.m. | Executive Learning Centre, Seymour Schulich Building

Study Abroad this Summer with LA&PS 

Applications are now open for the LA&PS Summer Study Abroad Program! 

Earn up to 6.0 York University credits while experiencing, learning and living abroad in 2026. Don’t miss this opportunity to spend the summer learning and travelling with your classmates while creating life-long memories! 

LA&PS Summer Study Abroad Info Sessions

Learn more before you pack your bags—visit the LA&PS Summer Abroad website or attend a LA&PS Summer Study Abroad info session for application details and course information: 

📅 Every Wednesday from Oct. 8 to Nov. 26 | 12 - 1 p.m. | Virtual via Zoom 

Earn & Learn with LA&PS Co-op 

Apply to the LA&PS Co-op Program and get paid to gain real-world experience while still in school. 

Start by attending the Co-op Information Session, where you will get an overview of the program, eligibility requirements, student responsibilities and the supports available to help you succeed.  

Register for the self-paced Information Session on eClass. 

LA&PS Co-op Program Drop-in Sessions 

Join the LA&PS Co-op team during virtual office hours and meet co-op coordinators, ask questions and seek advice. Upcoming virtual sessions:  

📅 Tuesday, Oct. 28 

📅 Wednesday, Oct. 29 

📅 Friday, Oct. 31 

Study Abroad with York International 

Interested in unique academic opportunities and immersive experiences in Mexico, South Africa or Cuba? Attend an info session to learn more about the possibilities that await you with Global Internship and faculty-led Study Abroad courses!   

Mexico Study Abroad Course Info Session  

📅 Thursday, Oct. 23 | 10:30 a.m. | Register Now 

South Africa Study Abroad Info Session 

📅 Wednesday, Oct. 29 | 1:30 p.m. | Register Now 

Cuba Study Abroad Course Info Session  

📅 Wednesday, Oct. 29 | 10:30 a.m. | Register Now 

📅 Thursday, Oct. 30 | 4 p.m. | Register Now 

Can't make it to the session(s)? No worries! Come to our 1:1 drop-in sessions:  

📅 Tuesday to Thursday | 1–3:30 p.m. | York Lanes Room 200

Duck in for Academic Advice and Quack-tastic Swag 

Don’t let midterms ruffle your feathers. 🦆✨ Stop by the Academic Honesty booth in Vari Hall and discover academic supports available to you, grab your copy of the Academic Honesty Roadmap and get some quack-tastic giveaways while you're at it!    

📅 Tuesday, Oct. 28 | 10 a.m. – 2 p.m. | Vari Hall Rotunda

VCP Presents: Night of the Living VIC

Looking for somewhere spooky to go this October? Descend into the abyss no further than the VIC's very first show this year, Night of the Living VIC. Be prepared to scream of fright and laugh from delight. Don't miss out on this chance for treats (and possibly some tricks too)! 

Pay-what-you-can-afford tickets (suggested $5) can be purchased at the door (cash only).  

📅 Tuesday, Oct. 28 | 8 p.m. | VCP Fred Thury Studio Theatre, Vanier College Room 258   

LA&PS Get Spooky! 

Join us for the frightfully fun LA&PS Get Spooky Halloween event. Survive our escape room, unwind with some Halloween crafts and games and treat yourself to some free pizza. Drop by to join the spooktacular fun! 

📅 Thursday, Oct. 30 | 11 a.m. – 3 p.m. | Community Hub, Vanier College Room 001 

The 2025 Alchemy Lecture: Sound–at the Interregnum 

Join us for The Alchemy Lecture, a multi-vocal model that annually gathers a constellation of thinkers and practitioners from different disciplines.  

This year’s lecture will be delivered by four renowned Alchemists: Glen Coulthard, professor, writer and co-founder of Dechinta Centre for Research and Learning; Madeleine Thien, professor, writer and librettist; Canisia Lubrin, professor, poet, novelist and editor; and Immanuel Wilkins, saxophonist, composer and arranger. 

📅 Thursday Oct. 30 | 5 – 8 p.m. | Tribute Communities Recital Hall and CIBC Lobby 

Connections: Student & Alumni Mixer for Wealth Management and Finance  

Want some great advice from successful alumni who work in the wealth management and finance fields? Come to our mixer for the opportunity to practice networking skills, learn about career paths, receive advice and have your questions answered by successful York graduates. 

📅 Wednesday, Nov. 5 | 6 – 8 p.m. | Community Hub, Vanier College Room 001 

Indigenous Lecture Series

Join us for this year’s Indigenous Lecture Series titled Rematriating Justice: Honouring the Lives of Our Indigenous Sisters. Delivered by Dr. Jennifer Brant, founding director of the Indigenous Literatures Lab and an associate professor at the Ontario Institute for Studies in Education of the University of Toronto, this lecture will introduce Matriarchal Worlding, an Indigenous feminist orientation for ‘rematriating justice’ and upholding the power and place of Indigenous women and girls. 

📅 Thursday, Nov. 6 | 2:30 – 4:30 p.m. | York Lanes Room N280

In-Conversation: Fantasy & Horror Author Ai Jiang (Linghun) with Editor Jen Albert 

Join us as we welcome fantasy and horror author Ai Jiang in-conversation with editor Jen Albert from ECW Press. Hear about genre publishing from both sides of the table: learn how to write, get an agent and get your book published— plus discover what it takes to acquire, edit and get books in stores. If you are interested in being a fantasy, horror or sci-fi author, or dream about being an editor working in the publishing industry, then this is your opportunity to meet two talented industry heroes. 

📅 Wednesday, Nov. 19 | 5:30 – 7:30 p.m. | Junior Common Room, McLaughlin College Room 014

Bienvenue au French Café: Practice Speaking Conversational French  

Come hang out at The French Café where you can meet new people, practice your French-speaking skills and enjoy some snacks! Just stop by and present your YU-card to enter - no registration required. 

📅 Tuesdays from 11:40 a.m. – 12:30 p.m. | Ross Building Room N721

📅 Thursdays from 2:40 – 3:30 p.m. | Ross Building Room N721

Reminders

Apply for a YU-card today: Your YU-card is required to take exams and access library services. Apply online to gets yours. 

Check your financial status: Have an outstanding balance on your student account? If you’re having trouble paying your balance, Student Support and Advising can help! Explore your payment options including payment plans and more. 

Academic consideration for missed course work: You can now self-report a short-term absence for temporary academic consideration. Learn more about how the new policy can help when things happen that beyond your control. 

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