Welcome to the Graduate Events page, where you'll find information about all the upcoming events available to you as a graduate student in LA&PS. This includes our Graduate Cafes gatherings, events happening both virtually and in person, pre-arrival webinars, health and wellness classes. Join the amazing community of graduate students at York and feel supported at every stage of your studies. Check out the calendar below to see what interests you.
Featured Events
Balanced Yoga
Date: Every Wednesday in May & June
Time: 5 - 6 p.m.
Location: ATK 109
The LA&PS Graduate Experience Team is pleased to introduce our new Graduate Health & Wellness Initiative! In partnership with Athletics & Recreation, this wholistic health and wellness program for graduate students is based on a structured, regularly scheduled series of in-person fitness activities designed to promote the physical and mental health of our graduate students while also providing fun and engaging ways to get to know your fellow graduate students.
Grad Café: Mocktails in Paris
Date: Wednesday, May 20
Time: 12 - 2 p.m.
Location: ATK 124
Grad Café is a relaxed, drop-in space for graduate students to unwind, connect with peers, and take a break from academic pressures. This fun-filled Paris themed session will teach you how to make non-alcoholic mocktails. Come as you are and take a moment to recharge in good company.
Wellness Seminar: Intro to Nutrition
Date: Tuesday, May 26
Time: 11:30 a.m. - 12:30 p.m.
Location: ATK 109
This introductory seminar on nutrition, led by Alicia Koebel, MFSc, BA, Pn1, Mental Wellness Professional and Coordinator, Fitness & Lifestyles with Athletics & Recreation, will discuss macro- and micronutrients, help redefine what ‘healthy’ nutrition really is and guide you in navigating marketing ploys.
Join us for some fun group and individual activities to help you start thinking about nutrition and the small things you can do to improve your health!
Graduate Student Events
Grad Café
The Grad Café is a drop-in space for graduate students to unwind, connect with peers and take a break from academic pressures. Express your artistic side and meet other students - we'll provide the refreshments.
Webinars & Virtual Events
A graduate student’s life is often hectic and it’s not always easy to find time to attend events on campus. Our events can provide easier accessibility to key information during these busy times.
Pre-Arrival Webinars
Whether you are new to graduate studies or to York, our Pre-Arrival Webinars will help you prepare for and start your journey on the right foot, providing essential information about York and giving you the opportunity to raise any questions or concerns.
Graduate Health & Wellness
In partnership with Athletics & Recreation, this wholistic health and wellness program for graduate students is based on a structured, regularly scheduled series of in-person fitness activities and health-focused seminars.