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Start Strong YU

Start the winter term with confidence. Explore the Start Strong YU website for resources, campus info, FAQs and more to help you feel prepared and supported as you begin the semester.Ìý

Last Day to Add a Winter Term Course and Course Permission Request InformationÌý

Thursday, Jan.Ìý15Ìýis the last dayÌýto add a Winter term courseÌýandÌýhave unrestricted access to the registration and enrolment system.ÌýPlease reviewÌý and connect with yourÌýStudent Success & Academic AdvisorÌýifÌýyou’dÌýlike to discuss your academic plan.ÌýAlso take note of the if you’re dropping a Winter term course.Ìý

IfÌýa course is full or restricted, you will need to contact the academic departmentÌýoffering the course to see what your options are (e.g., be added to a waitlist, ask for permission to enrol).ÌýÌýwill provide you with department contact information. Please note that not all departments offer waitlists for full courses. Ìý

When emailing for course permission, be sure to include the following information in your request: Ìý

1. ±·²¹³¾±ð Ìý
2. Student ID number Ìý
3. Course Code (i.e.ÌýSOSC 1000) and Section Ìý
4. Course Catalogue # Ìý

Please noteÌýthatÌýAcademic AdvisorsÌýare not able toÌýprovide permissions for restricted or full courses.

Last Chance to Apply to ¿ì²¥ÊÓƵ Abroad in 2026!Ìý

Have you been thinking about studying abroad this summer?ÌýThis is your final chance to apply for aÌýLA&PS Summer ¿ì²¥ÊÓƵ AbroadÌýcourse beforeÌýapplications close onÌýFriday, Jan.Ìý23Ìýat 12 p.m.

All admitted LA&PS students are guaranteed to receive up to $1,500 in funding to support their participation.ÌýÌý

Available faculty-led courses are: Ìý

• Managing for SustainabilityÌýin Costa Rica, Las Nubes EcoCampus
• Anthropology Through the VisualÌýin Lisbon, Portugal
• Greece: A Modern HistoryÌýin Athens, Greece
• The History of Globalization and Port Cities: HamburgÌýin Hamburg, Germany
• Changing Natures: Environmental and Social HistoryÌýin Costa Rica, Las Nubes EcoCampus
• Culture, Democracy, and DevelopmentÌýin Africa II in Ghana

Visit theÌýLA&PS Summer Abroad websiteÌýfor applicationÌýdetails and course information. If you have questions, please email us atÌýstudyabr@yorku.caÌýorÌýfollow us onÌý.

Apply by Friday, Jan. 23

LA&PS Summer ¿ì²¥ÊÓƵ Abroad Info Sessions Ìý

Learn more before you pack your bags — visit the LA&PS Summer Abroad website or attend an info session to learn more about course offerings, application timelines and procedures, program policies, payment structures and more.ÌýÌý

📅 Every Wednesday until Jan. 21 | 12 – 1 p.m. | Online via Zoom |

Student Supports

As you transition into the new school year, we encourage you to take full advantage of theÌýresources and supportsÌýavailable to help you succeed academically, advance your career goals and maintain your well-being.

Complete YourÌýFinancial Aid, Awards & ScholarshipsÌýProfileÌý

New semester = more free money!

Don’t forget to log into the FAAS app to update your profile and financial needs information to be matched with eligible awards and bursaries for the winter term!Ìý

Featured Award: Martin and Maria Singer ¿ì²¥ÊÓƵ Abroad Award   ÌýÌý

The Martin and Maria Singer ¿ì²¥ÊÓƵ Abroad Award,Ìývalued at $2,000, will be awarded to a full-time continuing undergraduate student enrolled in the Faculty of Liberal ArtsÌý&ÌýProfessional Studies who isÌýparticipatingÌýinÌýone of York's international exchange or study abroad programs. To be eligible recipients must have a minimum GPA of 6.0.Ìý

Winter Awards & Scholarships Information Session

Want to learn how to maximize your Financial Aid, Awards & Scholarships (FAAS) profile to be matched with eligible awards and bursaries? Join us for the Winter Awards Info Session to learn how to navigate the FAAS app, how to search and apply for awards and scholarships, and to ask any questions you may have.
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📅 Wednesday, Jan. 21 | 1 - 2 p.m. | Online |

LA&PS Summer 2026 Co-opÌý

Interested in joining theÌýLA&PS Co-op ProgramÌýfor Summer 2026Ìýto test-drive your dream job, earn some cash and explore awesome career paths? Good newsÌý–Ìýapplications are open untilÌýFriday, Feb. 6,Ìýso take the next step and apply!Ìý

The first step is to complete the Co-op Information Session, where you will get an overview of the program, eligibility requirements, studentÌýresponsibilitiesÌýand theÌýsupportsÌýavailable to help you succeed.Ìý

Register for the self-paced Co-op Information Session on eClass.

Have Co-op Questions?Ìý

If you have questions, or need help getting started, you can attend aÌýVirtual Group Drop-In Advising Session.ÌýLogin toÌýÌýand navigate to Co-op & Internship Program > Co-op Events to find the next available student drop-in. No registration needed.Ìý

You can alsoÌýÌýwith yourÌýco-opÌýcoordinator.ÌýSpots fill up fast, so be sure to book early!Ìý

Eat, Play, Chill!Ìý

Are you a first-year LA&PS student looking for a midweek break? Eat, Play, Chill has you covered! Join us every Tuesday for free lunch, games, creative activities and good vibes. Come for the lunch, stay for the communityÌýand make Tuesdays your chill day with LA&PS.

📅 Every Tuesday starting Jan. 20 | 12 – 3 p.m. | LA&PS Community Hub, Vanier College Room 001 |

Winter 2026 Career FairÌý

Join us for the opportunity toÌýconnectÌýemployers, explore careerÌýpathsÌýand find part‑time roles, summer jobs,ÌýinternshipsÌýand full‑time positions after graduation. Boost your networking skills, level up your resuméÌýand feel confident heading into the Career Fair with our prep sessions. Registration isÌýrequired.Ìý

📅 Thursday, Jan. 22 | 10 a.m. – 3 p.m. | Victor Phillip Dahdaleh Building |

VCP Presents: BIPOC Artist HubÌý– Free Art Installation

VCP’s BIPOC Artist Hub is thrilled to announce their free art installation! Artists and designers from our BIPOC Artist Hub have put together dynamic pieces focused on the theme LOST/FOUND that will be on display throughout the month of January, Monday through Friday. Stop by to get an exclusive look at the featured art exhibits in advance of the Hub’s Art Showcase.

📅 Jan. 13-31 | 9 a.m. – 4 p.m. | Vanier Renaissance Room, Vanier College Room 001 |

VCP Presents: BIPOC Artist Hub ShowcaseÌý–ÌýLOST/FOUNDÌý

Also don’tÌýmiss our BIPOC Artist HubÌýShowcase! Experience meaningful,ÌýpassionateÌýand interesting art, interactive exhibits and performance piecesÌýsurrounding this year’sÌýtheme, produced byÌýour artists and designers. Join us at the showcase!

📅 Jan. 30-31 | 7 – 9 p.m. | Vanier Renaissance Room, Vanier College Room 001 |