We are here to support York students as you adjust to the new norms of social/physical distancing and online learning from home. We understand these changes have been quick and new changes seem to come about daily. For this reason we're working to constantly curate and update this list of resources focused on student wellbeing and success.
RESOURCES ON THIS PAGE:
York U COVID-19 Critical Information
| CRITICAL INFORMATION RESOURCES | Resource | Description |
|---|---|---|
| York University COVID-19 Student Messaging - Academic Information - Travel Information - University Operations - Public Health Guidance | York's response to Coronavirus | |
| #YUBetterTogether - Creating Positive Change | This continuously updated selection of news, stories, profiles, and videos captures how our community is creating positive change at a critical time. | |
| Maintaining Your Wellbeing during COVID-19 | Health Education & Promotion provides a 5 point game plan for maintaining your wellbeing during COVID-19 structured around the 5 Ways to Wellbeing framework. |
Academic Resources
| ACADEMIC RESOURCES | Resource | Description |
|---|---|---|
| Academic Information and Updates | York University | |
| Classes and Exam FAQs | York University | |
| Online Learning and COVID | Learning Skills Services: - Study Strategies & Stress Management During COVID - Tips for Effective Online Learning | |
| Peer Academic Coaching | Learning Skills Services | |
| Resources For Success | Learning Skills Services | |
| York University Library Services | Full range virtual and online services | |
| Off-Campus Computing | Access anything anywhere | |
| Toronto Public Libraries | Full range of virtual tools and services | |
| LinkedIn Learning | Not-for-credit online courses to develop variety of skills (i.e. photography, graphic design, business, etc.), free for all York University students and staff |
| STUDY RESOURCE | Resource | Description |
|---|---|---|
| TheStrive Studies | YouTube channel where host offers to study alongside you with a countdown timer, reminding you to take breaks in between study sessions |
Career and Finance
| CAREER AND FINANCE RESOURCES | Resource | Description |
|---|---|---|
| Virtual Career Lounge | York University Career Centre | |
| Career Corner: Ask the Pros | York University Career Centre | |
| Wally | Free, ad-free personal finance app |
Staying Social While Social and Physical Distancing
| INFORMATIONAL RESOURCE | Resource | Description |
|---|---|---|
| Practicing Physical Distancing | City of Toronto (what is it and how to do it right) |
| LIVE/VIDEO CHAT RESOURCES | Resource | Description |
|---|---|---|
| Virtual Coffee Break | York International (look for daily Virtual Coffee Break sessions in the calendar and click through for the Zoom link) | |
| Netflix Party | Watch Netflix shows and programs together and chat live with friends with this Google Chrome extension | |
| Metastream | Listen to music, chat, and watch media content together with friends (from Netflix, Crunchyroll, Reddit, Youtube, etc.) | |
| Zoom | Share screens and have online meetings with a large group of people | |
| House Party | Video chat with your friends when they're online |
| FUN ONLINE ACTIVITIES | Resource | Description |
|---|---|---|
| Playing Cards | Website to play tabletop card games with friends | |
| Skribbl.io | Similar to Pictionary | |
| iMessage Games / Game Pigeon | Play games with friends via iMessage | |
| Virtual Concerts | A frequently updated list of free livestream concerts and music performances | |
| Google Arts & Culture | Explore museums and heritage sites from all around the world via Google Maps |
Wellbeing Resources
| FITNESS & WORKOUTS | Resource | Description |
|---|---|---|
| MUV Online Fitness Classes Schedule | York University | |
| Blogilates | Free HIIT, yoga, pilates, meal plans and diagrams | |
| Core Power Yoga | Free one hour yoga classes | |
| Union Yoga Wellness | Free virtual yoga classes on Instagram Stories | |
| 30 Days of Yoga | Free, start here | |
| Full Body Flexibility Routine | Free | |
| 30 Minute Cardio Dance Workout | Free | |
| No Equipment, Full Body Workout | Free | |
| Morning Bodyweight Workout | Free | |
| Bodyweight Upper Body Workout | Free | |
| Lower Body Workout | Free | |
| Keep Yoga | Free beginner's Yoga app on both iOS and Android |
| NUTRITION & HEALTHY EATING | Resource | Description |
|---|---|---|
| Budget Bytes | Free home recipes on budget-friendly meals | |
| SnackNation | Tool to choose various healthy snacks depending on your diet goals | |
| Bon Appétit | YouTube channel sharing simple at-home recipes |
| EMOTIONAL WELLBEING - CAMPUS RESOURCES | Resource | Description |
|---|---|---|
| Student Counselling & Development | York University | |
| Mental Health and Wellness at York | Student On-campus Resources | |
| Mental Health and Wellness at York | Community On-camps Resources |
| EMOTIONAL WELLBEING - NON-CAMPUS RESOURCES | Resource | Description |
|---|---|---|
| Good 2 Talk | Post-secondary student helpline | |
| Big White Wall | Mental health support forum | |
| Bounce Back Ontario | Mental health support service, both online and by phone | |
| Calm.com | Guided meditations, music, stories, and well-being tips | |
| Care for Your Coronavirus Anxiety | Resources for anxiety and your mental health in a global climate of uncertainty | |
| Relaxation Resources | Loyola University Maryland | |
| Journal Prompts to Facilitate Coping with the 2020 Coronavirus Pandemic | Connecticut College |
| SPIRITUAL WELLBEING RESOURCES | Resource | Description |
|---|---|---|
| My Affirmations | Android-only app that allows you to create your own affirmations and display them as widgets on your phone, get reminders and record your voice saying these affirmations | |
| How to Practice Creating Positive Affirmations | A step-by-step guide that helps you practice creating positive affirmations for yourself and saying this aloud |
| ENVIRONMENTAL WELLBEING RESOURCE | Resource | Description |
|---|---|---|
| 4 Steps to Create a Study Space in Your Room | Step-by-step article that helps you create a healthy and functioning workspace and environment at home, with photos of workspace inspirations |