SCOLAPS' responsibility is to represent students in academic and governance matters in the Faculty while advancing its own programs and initiatives, which deal with student involvement and education on governance and policy. All these activities are done to allow students in the Faculty of Liberal Arts & Professional Studies the best possible student experience and to strive to promote student engagement across the Faculty and University, but particularly in governance.
Through its membership on the Faculty's committees, SCOLAPS enables students to voice their unique opinions on various matters affecting the Faculty. This includes providing student input on the Tenure and Promotion process, petition decisions, curriculum implementation and many other important subjects. As the sole student representative organization to the Faculty, SCOLAPS plays an integral role in the future development of LA&PS.
In addition to its committee duties, SCOLAPS has recently been responsible for providing student consultation on proposed documents, plans, and policies that will have a lasting impact on the Faculty's students. Most notably, SCOLAPS has played an important role in representing the Faculty's students during the formulation process of the Liberal Arts & Professional Studies strategic plan. The Council and its student councillors will continue to provide unique and constructive student participation in the development processes of all important plans and policies in the future.
A Message from the Chair
Hello, and welcome to our website!
My name is OluwaJuwon Olofe, and I am truly honored to serve as the new Chair of SCOLAPS for the 2025–26 academic year. Stepping into this role, I am inspired by the opportunity to lead a council that represents over 26,000 students in the largest faculty at York University.
SCOLAPS exists to advocate, represent, and support students at every level, whether in departments, across the Faculty of Liberal Arts & Professional Studies, or at the Senate. What excites me most about this year is the chance to build on the council’s history while also pushing forward new priorities that matter to students today: community, advocacy, and opportunity.
My vision as Chair is to ensure that SCOLAPS is not just a council that makes decisions behind the scenes, but a community where every student feels seen, heard, and empowered. This means hosting events that bring us together, strengthening collaboration with colleges, clubs, and departments, and making sure that students’ voices are represented where key decisions are made.
There are many ways to get involved, and one of the most impactful is by becoming a general council member. It’s an opportunity to work alongside peers, contribute ideas, and help shape the student experience in our faculty and across York.
To learn more and stay connected, I encourage you to follow us on Instagram (@SCOLAPS), where we share updates about events, opportunities, and ways to engage.
I am excited for what lies ahead and can’t wait to work with you all to make this year one of growth, connection, and meaningful change for our student community.
Warm regards,
OluwaJuwon Olofe
Chair, SCOLAPS