Academic Advising Support for LA&PS Students

Need help with course selection, degree requirements, enrolment changes or academic planning? The LA&PS Academic Advising team is here to support you. 

With the Tuesday, Sept. 22 deadline to add Fall or Year courses approaching, now is a great time to: 

• Connect with an Academic Advisor
• Review the Important Dates webpage
• Explore the Registration and Enrolment Module guide  
• Reference the Refunds webpage before dropping a course. 

As advising services are especially busy at the start of term, drop-in advising is the fastest way to get support, as email response times may be delayed. When possible, we recommend attending earlier in the day.  

To view drop-in advising hours, visit the LA&PS Academic Advising webpage, search for your program, click Submit and then follow the advising link that appears in the search results.    

Free Money? Complete Your Financial Aid, Awards & Scholarships (FAAS) Profile Today

Did you know you could be eligible for a bursary? Complete your FAAS profile, including

the financial needs section, to see if you're eligible. Fall awards open Thursday, Oct. 1.

Watch the how-to video to get started.

Academic & Communication Excellence Development (ACED) Certificate Program  

Boost your academic and professional confidence with the Academic & Communication Excellence Development (ACED) Certificate. Tailored especially for international students, this program helps you master class discussions, group collaboration, presentations and research skills. Join our upcoming workshop:  

Succeeding in Your University Classes: 

📅 Thursday, Sept. 17 | 3 – 4:30 p.m. | McLaughlin Senior Commons, Room 140 | Register Here

Faculty Meet & Greet

Ever wondered what your professors are like outside the classroom? Join the LA&PS International Student Faculty Meet & Greet for an opportunity to connect with faculty from different departments, ask questions and build meaningful connections in a relaxed, welcoming atmosphere. 

📅 Tuesday, Sept. 22 | 4:30 – 6 p.m. | Ross Building South, Room S802 | Register Here

Co-op Drop-in Support

Looking for guidance on your co-op journey? Drop in virtually and connect with a co-op coordinator for quick answers and guidance. Upcoming sessions:  

📅  Friday, Sept. 11 | 1 – 2:30 p.m. 

📅  Monday, Sept. 14 | 11 a.m. – 12 p.m.  

📅  Monday, Sept. 21 | 11 a.m. – 12 p.m. 

STEM Futures Career Fair

Explore a mix of interdisciplinary job opportunities at the STEM Futures Career Fair. Speak directly with employers and discover career paths to support your goals – no matter your program! Connect with organizations hiring a range of co-op, internship, summer, part-time and full-time opportunities, spanning technology, education, government, engineering, construction, information technology and more. 

📅 Wednesday, Sept. 16 | 2 – 6 p.m. | Victor Dahdaleh Building, First Floor | Register Here

Interested in Studying Abroad?

This month, York International is hosting a series of information sessions covering everything you need to know about study abroad opportunities, including exchanges, global internships and research placements, partner summer schools and faculty-led study abroad courses. To learn more, simply register for the session(s) that pique your interest. Upcoming sessions: 

Go Global Study Abroad Information Session (Global Internships & Research Abroad: Summer 2027 – Germany) 

📅 Thursday, Sept. 17 | 10:30 a.m. | Online via Zoom | Register now  

Go Global Study Abroad Information Session (Exchange, Faculty-led, Global Internship & Research, Partner Summer School) 

📅 Thursday, Sept. 24 | 10:30 a.m. | Online via Zoom | Register now  

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

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

Applications for endowed awards are open until Sunday, Nov. 1 at 11:59 p.m. Students travelling abroad in Winter 2027 should confirm their eligibility on the York International Funding website before submitting their application. Apply Here  

Peer Mentorship Day

Explore peer mentorship opportunities across York, all in one place! Connect with peer mentors, ask questions and learn from students who have been in your shoes. Gain firsthand advice, insights and tips to help you navigate university life. Plus, make a friendship bracelet and build new connections with fellow students.

📅  Wednesday, Sept. 23 | 10 a.m. – 2 p.m. | Vari Hall Rotunda 

No registration required. 

Connections: Student & Alumni Mixer 

Connections: Student & Alumni Mixers series is back! Open to all middle- and upper-year students, these events offer a valuable opportunity to connect with alumni professionals, grow your network, gain career insights and receive a complimentary LinkedIn headshot. 

Upcoming session: Careers in Publishing and Writing 

Explore careers in writing and publishing with York alumni working in the field. Learn about their career journeys, gain valuable industry insights and receive advice to help shape your future. 

📅 Tuesday, Sept. 29 | 6 – 8 p.m. | The Community Hub, Vanier College Room 001 | Register Here

VCP Auditions, Production Interviews & BIPOC Artist HUB 

Love to act, sing, dance, perform or create? Join Vanier College Productions (VCP), a vibrant theatre and arts community within LA&PS. We're looking for performers, comedians, BIPOC artists, technicians and crew members. No experience required.  

Auditions 

📅 Sept. 14 to 17 | 6 – 9:30 p.m. | Fred Thury Studio Theatre, Vanier College - Room 258 

Production Interviews 

📅 Sept. 15, 17, 21 | Varying times | Fred Thury Studio Theatre, Vanier College Room 258 

BIPOC Artist HUB Welcome Meeting 

📅 Sept. 22 | 4:30 – 6:30 p.m. | Conference Room, Vanier College - Room 256 

French Café 

Practice your French, grab a snack and meet other French-speaking students at the French Café. This ongoing student-led event is open to students of all French-speaking levels and makes practicing your French and meeting new people easy. Fall 2026 schedule, starting Monday, Sept. 14: 

📅 Mondays from 2:30 – 3:30 p.m. 

📅 Tuesdays from 12:30 – 1:30 p.m. 

📅 Wednesdays from 2:30 – 3:30 p.m. 

📅 Thursdays from 10 – 11 a.m. 

Location: Ross Building Room N721 (student lounge) 

Open to all students. Please present your YU Card at the department reception upon arrival. 

First Year Lunch Break

First-year LA&PS students, we've saved you a seat! Join us every Tuesday for the First Year Lunch Break for free lunch, crafts, peer mentors and a chance to connect with new friends. Upcoming sessions: 

Painting Your Own Tote Bag

Wednesday, Sept. 16 | 12:30 – 2 p.m. | McLaughlin College, Room 014 | Register today 

Creating Friendship Bracelets 

Wednesday, Sept. 23 | 12:30 – 2 p.m. | McLaughlin College, Room 014 | Register today 

Sculpting Your Own Clay Animal 

Wednesday, Sept. 30 | 12:30 – 2 p.m. | McLaughlin College, Room 014 | Register today 

2026 Vico Lecture

The Politics of Protection: Social Democrats and the Immigration Question in Interwar Canada 

Join us for the 2026 Vico Lecture, featuring historian and McGill University Associate Professor Edward Dunsworth, as he explores how Canadian social democrats navigated complex questions about immigration, worker protection and social justice during the interwar period.   

Wednesday, Sept. 23 | 7 – 8:30 p.m. | Senate Chamber, Ross Building North, Room N940 | Register Here  

Department of Sociology Annual Lecture

Pre-Determined Purchasing Power: Governing Algorithmic Price and Wage Discrimination

How do algorithms quietly determine your wages and the prices you pay? Join us as guest speaker, Professor Veena Dubal from the University of California, reveals how data-driven systems are reshaping economic life – and entrenching inequality – before transactions even begin.  

Thursday, Sept. 24 | 4 – 6 p.m. | Kaneff Tower, Room 519 | Register Here  

Tea Time Talks

Join Tea Time Talks, a student-led series where you can share stories, explore cultures and build connections over tea. Enjoy free snacks, meet new friends and discover something new each month. Upcoming sessions:

Sip and Stitch 

Learn two types of knitting stitches, engage in meaningful conversations and enjoy snacks!

Monday, Sept. 28 | 1:30 – 3:30 p.m. | Founders College, Room 305 | Register Here

Indigenous Student Association at York 

Engage in a meaningful discussion with the Indigenous Student Association at York and enjoy traditional teas. 

Wednesday, Sept. 30 | 10:30 a.m. – 1:30 p.m. | Founders College - Room 305 | Register Here

Department of Sociology Guest Lecture

Democracy, Anti-Caste Movements and India's New Left Agenda

The anti-caste movement was one of the most prominent social movements in India in the 1970s. Guest speaker V. Geetha examines its legacy through the work of a Front in southern India that engaged with violence against the so-called untouchables beyond the workplace and labouring worlds.  

Tuesday, Sept. 29 | 5 – 7 p.m. | Ross Building South, Room S802 | Register Here

Indigenous Lecture Series

The Worst Trickster Story Ever Told: Understanding American Law Through an Indigenous Lens

Guest speaker Keith Richotte Jr. examines how the U.S. came to hold power over Native American nations. Using legal analysis and Indigenous perspectives, he rethinks constitutional power and explores paths toward a more just future.

Wednesday, Oct. 7 | 2:30 – 5 p.m. | Ross Building South, Room S802 | Register Here

Reminders

Spilling the Academic Honest-TEA: Getting ready for a successful fall term starts on day one. Explore every course outline and plan for assignments. Ready, set, go! 

Visit the Writing Centre: As course work starts up again, remember the Writing Centre is here to support you in all your writing needs – essays, presentations, exams, reports, reflections and more. Book an appointment online.