FYI Domenica School of Health Policy & Management York University Undergraduate Program Website: http://shpm.info.yorku.ca/ ________________________________ Sent: Monday, September 20, 2021 8:31 AM Subject: Calumet and Stong Colleges' Upcoming Events - Week of September 20, 2021 & Looking Ahead While we are practicing social distancing physically we do not want you to distance yourself from us virtually. Take this opportunity to join our Instagram and Facebook pages and connect with us on LinkedIn. Our team is exploring different ways we can support you online. If you have any questions and/or ideas about how we can support you online please email [log in to unmask]<mailto:[log in to unmask]> Stay Connected with Calumet! [Instagram logo]<https://www.instagram.com/calumet.york/> [Facebook logo] <https://www.facebook.com/calumet.york/> [Website icon] <http://calumet.yorku.ca/> [LinkedIn logo] <https://www.linkedin.com/in/ccscyu/> Stay Connected with Stong! [Instagram Logo]<https://www.instagram.com/stong.york/> [Facebook Logo] <https://www.facebook.com/yorkustongcollege/> [Stong Website] <http://stong.yorku.ca/> [LinkedIn Logo] <https://www.linkedin.com/in/ccscyu/> Calumet and Stong Colleges (CCSC) support York University's<https://president.yorku.ca/files/2020/06/Next-Steps-in-Yorks-plan-to-address-anti-Black-racism.pdf?x79145> statements about standing together to fight anti-Black racism<https://yfile.news.yorku.ca/2020/06/01/statement-york-university-stands-together-against-anti-black-racism/?utm_source=YFile_Email&utm_medium=Email&utm_content=Top-Stories&utm_campaign=yfile%20%20>. CCSC are committed to inspiring learning, leadership and citizenship and value mentorship and being student centric, engaged, collaborative, and bold. The success of our students depends on our collective willingness and ability to listen, to be kind, to look after ourselves and each other, to work together, and to lead with Respect, Equity, Diversity and Inclusion<https://rights.info.yorku.ca/>. We do not condone or tolerate racism, prejudice or discrimination in CCSC. We are committed to supporting our CCSC Peer Leaders and Student Organizations and our York and CCSC community to stop anti-Black racism and systemic discrimination of all kinds. We will also collaborate with others to strengthen our student success programming to help our Colleges and students foster a just and fair world. For more information and to connect with us, email [log in to unmask]<mailto:[log in to unmask]> or visit our website https://ccscss.info.yorku.ca/online-student-support/ Student Community & Leadership Development (SCLD) Anti-Racist Resources<https://scld.yorku.ca/files/2020/06/Anti-Racist-Resource-Share-1.pdf?x58704> [We Stand With You Calumet and Stong Colleges (CCSC) support York University's statements about standing together to fight anti-Black racism. White lettering on a black back ground.] [BLACK LIVES MATTER Black lettering on a white background.] ----------------------------------------------------------------- Volunteer Opportunity for PSychology Alumni Dr. Jodi Martin is seeking former York psychology students to join a panel about applying research methods and skills in the (non-academic) workplace. The panel will be a part of my PSYC2030 Introduction to Research Methods course, and is intended to highlight the real world applicability of the knowledge and skills that students learn through this course. This panel has run twice previously with excellent reception from students! Hearing from people like you is very much of value to them! Panelists will be past graduates who find themselves applying research methods of any sort (including literature searching, knowledge translation or interpretating and summary of existing research findings) in their jobs post-graduation. Priority will be given to those individuals who have an undergraduate degree in psychology and are now working in some capacity that uses their research skills. Selected panel speakers will be asked to: 1) Record a 5-7 minute video introducing themselves, including a background on their education/training and their work experiences to date. Slides to structure this video are not required but can be very helpful for speakers and audience alike, and you are asked to include subtitles for accessibility purposes. 2) Join a 1 to 1.5 hour Zoom Q&A panel on either Friday November 26 at 11:30 OR Tuesday November 30 at 2:30. The session will take place remotely, and will be facilitated by Dr. Jodi Martin. This panel offers students a chance to ask any questions they have about what it’s like to work in research or how to navigate the post-undergrad world. If you are interested in joining or learning more about this opportunity, please email [log in to unmask]<mailto:[log in to unmask]>. In your email please include a brief description of your educational/training background as well as your current job so Dr. Martin can assess suitability for the panel. ----------------------------------------------------------------- Calumet & Stong Colleges Welcome event – Tuesday, September 28, 2021 from 6:00pm-7:30pm Date: Tuesday September 28, 2021 Time: 6:00-7:30pm Registration Link: http://tinyurl.com/ccscwelcome2021 Registration Deadline: 1 hour before start time Facilitator: April J. Walker, Student Success Coordinator Fee: FREE Calumet and Stong Colleges wish to welcome new and current students back to the Fall term. We are hosting a welcome event where all Faculty of Health community members are welcome to participate in engaging activities, connect with their peers, and learn about various campus and college resources. All are welcome to ask questions and highlight their experiences starting the new term! [cid:image043.png@01D7ADF9.F8172F90] ----------------------------------------------------------------- FEderal Election – TODAY Monday, September 20, 2021 Get reliable information on the federal election at elections.ca or by calling 1-800-463-6868. Find your riding, where to vote and a list of candidates by entering your postal code at https://www.elections.ca/home.aspx [cid:image044.jpg@01D7ADF9.F8172F90] ----------------------------------------------------------------- Meet and Greet: Midterms and Exam Stress – today! Monday, September 20, 2021 from 12:30pm – 1:30pm Are you stressed out about exams? Are you nervous for upcoming midterms? Worry no more! Join us to learn about how to prepare, navigate, and successfully complete midterm exams. We will also share tips on how to manage exam stress. This session will be led peer leaders who will share their experiences to help you feel better prepared for this upcoming midterm exam season! Please RSVP in advance to receive the Zoom Meeting ID and Password. [MEET AND GREET: MIDTERMS AND EXAM STRESS – TODAY! Monday, September 20, 2021 from 12:30pm – 1:30pm Are you stressed out about exams? Are you nervous for upcoming midterms? Worry no more! Join us to learn about how to prepare, navigate, and successfully complete midterm exams. We will also share tips on how to manage exam stress. This session will be led peer leaders who will share their experiences to help you feel better prepared for this upcoming midterm exam season! Please RSVP in advance to receive the Zoom Meeting ID and Password. Please RSVP: https://tinyurl.com/MeetnGreetExams Date: September 20, 2021 Time: 12:30 PM - 1:30 PM] Please RSVP: https://tinyurl.com/MeetnGreetExams Date: September 20, 2021 Time: 12:30 PM - 1:30 PM ----------------------------------------------------------------- COVID-19 Vaccine Awareness – Stay Safe! Approximately 60% of men and nearly 70% of women in the 18-29 age group are fully vaccinated and less than 12% of men and 10% of women are partially vaccinated. * Authorized vaccines can help protect you from COVID-19 * You should get a COVID-19 vaccine when it is available to you * Once you are fully vaccinated you may be able to start doing some of the things that you did prior to the pandemic * Do your part and be socially responsible * Monitor your health and wellbeing daily * Keep following COVID-19 safety protocols [COVID-19 VACCINE AWARENESS – STAY SAFE! Approximately 60% of men and nearly 70% of women in the 18-29 age group are fully vaccinated and less than 12% of men and 10% of women are partially vaccinated. • Authorized vaccines can help protect you from COVID-19 • You should get a COVID-19 vaccine when it is available to you • Once you are fully vaccinated you may be able to start doing some of the things that you did prior to the pandemic • Do your part and be socially responsible • Monitor your health and wellbeing daily • Keep following COVID-19 safety protocols] ----------------------------------------------------------------- GHSA is recruiting! – Application Deadline Monday, September 20, 2021 @ 11:59PM Hi GH Fam 🦁! Hope everyone had a great start to their fall term! The Global Health Students’ Association is opening a second round of recruitment for the positions of Junior Representative and Social Media and Marketing Director. If you are interested in being part of an exciting and vibrant team while being an integral leader in the York community, read through our application package to see our open positions and what they entail. Deadline: Monday, September 20, 2021 @ 11:59 pm Application Package Link: https://tinyurl.com/GHSArecruitment Application Form Link: https://tinyurl.com/GHSAform We wish you the best of luck for the recruitment process! [The Global Health Students’ Association is opening a second round of recruitment for the positions of Junior Representative and Social Media and Marketing Director. If you are interested in being part of an exciting and vibrant team while being an integral leader in the York community, read through our application package to see our open positions and what they entail. Deadline: Monday, September 20, 2021 @ 11:59 pm Application Package Link: https://tinyurl.com/GHSArecruitment Application Form Link: https://tinyurl.com/GHSAform We wish you the best of luck for the recruitment process!] ---------------------------------------------------------------- Calumet & Stong Colleges are Hiring for FW21 – Deadline EXTENDED to Wednesday, September 22, 2021 @ 11:59pm Calumet and Stong Colleges are hiring for a few more positions for the FW21 session: * Coordinator, Agents of Change * Coordinator, Orientation * Coordinator Community Development (Special Projects Assistant) The Colleges are a vibrant place where students interact with peers, senior student leaders, staff, and faculty as they build friendships, explore their future, contribute to community and acquire leadership and citizenship skills. For detailed job descriptions, please visit: ccscss.info.yorku.ca/joinus To apply: https://tinyurl.com/AOCFW21 If you have any questions please email [log in to unmask]<mailto:[log in to unmask]> Deadline to apply is Wednesday, September 22, 2021 at 11:59pm, successful applicants will be invited to interview. Please note for the Coordinator, Agents of Change and Coordinator, Orientation positions preference will be given to students who have demonstrated experience with Agents of Change or Orientation. ----------------------------------------------------------------- UPSA Peer Mentoring Feeling stressed and need someone to talk to? Peer mentoring is for you. You can set up a one-on-one meeting with a peer mentor by emailing [log in to unmask]<mailto:[log in to unmask]>. Note that to access these services you must be assigned a mentor. First-year students are automatically matched, but any student can opt-in by filling out the Peer Mentor form<https://docs.google.com/forms/d/1FEbX7tsjVXQ13og0cPkwmi1NMX6U4UjogJoLJTON7Qg/edit>. This week we will be hosting a variety of academic events. Activity Sessions are free and they are open to all Psychology Students. Depending on your availability and the topics you are interested in, you can attend any and all Activity Sessions! Each Activity Session schedule will be posted on a weekly basis and can be found here and on our Instagram page! For more information and to check out the Activity Session calendar, please check your email if you are assigned a Peer Mentor (make sure to check your spam/junk folder) or visit upsa.club.yorku.ca<http://upsa.club.yorku.ca/> to subscribe to UPSA’s listserv if you haven't already. Stay healthy and safe. (The poster for the activity schedule this week is attached to this link<https://drive.google.com/file/d/1rp24AVGr8LX_A8i2I6vDsfPGtqB8lU1b/view?usp=sharing> and below) [UPSA PEER MENTORING Feeling stressed and need someone to talk to? Peer mentoring is for you. You can set up a one-on-one meeting with a peer mentor by emailing [log in to unmask] Note that to access these services you must be assigned a mentor. First-year students are automatically matched, but any student can opt-in by filling out the Peer Mentor form. This week we will be hosting a variety of academic events. Activity Sessions are free and they are open to all Psychology Students. Depending on your availability and the topics you are interested in, you can attend any and all Activity Sessions! Each Activity Session schedule will be posted on a weekly basis and can be found here and on our Instagram page! For more information and to check out the Activity Session calendar, please check your email if you are assigned a Peer Mentor (make sure to check your spam/junk folder) or visit upsa.club.yorku.ca to subscribe to UPSA’s listserv if you haven't already. Stay healthy and safe. Activity Session - Week of September 20 - 24 Nika Parsa - Tackling Stress Management September 20th, 9am-11am EDT Zoom link: click here for Nika’s session Arghavan Moghaddam - Remote Learning Tips September 21st, 2pm-4pm EDT Zoom link: click here for Arghavan’s session Emma Verrilli - Getting Involved on Campus September 22nd, 12pm-2pm EDT Zoom link: click here for Emma’s session Talia Ganz - Developing Productive Study Habits Before Midterm Szn September 23rd, 10am-12pm EDT Zoom link: click here for Talia’s session] Activity Session - Week of September 20 - 24 Nika Parsa - Tackling Stress Management September 20th, 9am-11am EDT Zoom link: click here for Nika’s session<https://yorku.zoom.us/meeting/register/tJElduqrrz4uH9APj14Vz77l9oc-6a-eu-v5> Arghavan Moghaddam - Remote Learning Tips September 21st, 2pm-4pm EDT Zoom link: click here for Arghavan’s session<https://yorku.zoom.us/meeting/register/tJUkd--srjgtHtVV6NAYnLpDTdeeGaH0FH_X> Emma Verrilli - Getting Involved on Campus September 22nd, 12pm-2pm EDT Zoom link: click here for Emma’s session<https://yorku.zoom.us/meeting/register/tJMkcuupqT0qHdCYBQLCgHC4wkb-wgIygkQL> Talia Ganz - Developing Productive Study Habits Before Midterm Szn September 23rd, 10am-12pm EDT Zoom link: click here for Talia’s session<https://yorku.zoom.us/meeting/register/tJwvcuChrzsrGdfka9a6oGOPxBN03Eqy4Dpa> UPSA Peer Tutoring The Undergraduate Psychology Student Association (UPSA) provides free one on one (no appointment necessary) peer-tutoring services in several psychology courses, including core required, historically difficult, and highly requested courses at York University. UPSA’s high-achieving peer tutors are now hosting weekly drop-in sessions over Zoom during the Fall 2021 term Monday-Friday from 10 am to 5 pm EDT! Here is the link to the official UPSA website<https://sites.google.com/view/upsayorku/peer-tutoring/tutoring-schedule>, which contains an image of our tutoring schedule as well as other resources such as mentoring and online learning tips. If you are seeking assistance with concepts covered in many core psychology courses, please do not hesitate to drop into one of the following sessions by clicking on the link provided here<https://tinyurl.com/UPSA-Tutoring-Zoom-Links> containing the zoom details for each tutor. [UPSA PEER TUTORING The Undergraduate Psychology Student Association (UPSA) provides free one on one (no appointment necessary) peer-tutoring services in several psychology courses, including core required, historically difficult, and highly requested courses at York University. UPSA’s high-achieving peer tutors are now hosting weekly drop-in sessions over Zoom during the Fall 2021 term Monday-Friday from 10 am to 5 pm EDT! Here is the link to the official UPSA website, which contains an image of our tutoring schedule as well as other resources such as mentoring and online learning tips. If you are seeking assistance with concepts covered in many core psychology courses, please do not hesitate to drop into one of the following sessions by clicking on the link provided here containing the zoom details for each tutor.] What’s UP(SA)? – Season 2, Episode 2 Now available! Visit http://tinyurl.com/S2E2withBSIP to listen to the whole episode! Beginning your undergraduate psychology journey at York is an exciting transition, with so many opportunities to take advantage of, in a new environment!. However, as a first-year student, the transition can be a bit rough, with a big learning curve to adapt to in terms of navigating intensive courses and getting involved with university extracurriculars/research. But fear not!! In this episode of What’s Up(SA), we have partnered with our friends, Amanda and Edman, from Black Students in Psychology (BSIP) to answer some common questions regarding the Psychology program at York, how to do well in your first-year courses, how to get involved and some key tips for success! We hope that our insights can help you make your transition to university as a Psychology student as smooth as possible! Information about our guest speaker: Black Students in Psychology (BSIP) is an ideologically-diverse association for black students and supporters to contribute to the psychological scientific community. BSIP wants to create a community where black students can feel included and gain more knowledge in the field of Psychology. The Black Students in Psychology club is expanding to include, organize and collaborate with other departments in the faculty of health. New committees are being formed. To know more about BSIP, check out their Instagram @bsip_yu<https://www.instagram.com/bsip_yu/> and Twitter at BSIP_YorkU (@BYorku<https://www.instagram.com/BYorku/>) To read the summary and know the resources of this podcast, visit http://tinyurl.com/UPSAPodcast [WHAT’S UP(SA)? – SEASON 2, EPISODE 2 NOW AVAILABLE! Visit http://tinyurl.com/S2E2withBSIP to listen to the whole episode! Beginning your undergraduate psychology journey at York is an exciting transition, with so many opportunities to take advantage of, in a new environment!. However, as a first-year student, the transition can be a bit rough, with a big learning curve to adapt to in terms of navigating intensive courses and getting involved with university extracurriculars/research. But fear not!! In this episode of What’s Up(SA), we have partnered with our friends, Amanda and Edman, from Black Students in Psychology (BSIP) to answer some common questions regarding the Psychology program at York, how to do well in your first-year courses, how to get involved and some key tips for success! We hope that our insights can help you make your transition to university as a Psychology student as smooth as possible! Information about our guest speaker: Black Students in Psychology (BSIP) is an ideologically-diverse association for black students and supporters to contribute to the psychological scientific community. BSIP wants to create a community where black students can feel included and gain more knowledge in the field of Psychology. The Black Students in Psychology club is expanding to include, organize and collaborate with other departments in the faculty of health. New committees are being formed. To know more about BSIP, check out their Instagram @bsip_yu and Twitter at BSIP_YorkU (@BYorku) To read the summary and know the resources of this podcast, visit http://tinyurl.com/UPSAPodcast] ----------------------------------------------------------------- LGBTQ2S+ Support Group for students – Biweekly on Wednesdays, from 4:00pm-5:00pm Student Counselling, Health & Well-Being (SCHW) warmly welcomes you to our biweekly drop-in support group – a confidential space for students facilitated by counsellors who are part of the LGBTQ2S+ community to meet, share stories, feel connected and supported. Fall 2021 – Winter 2022 – Biweekly on Wednesdays from 4:00pm-5:00pm. No registration required. To join the next session and/or for more information please contact: [log in to unmask]<mailto:[log in to unmask]> [LGBTQ2S+ SUPPORT GROUP – Biweekly on Wednesdays, from 4:00pm-5:00pm Student Counselling, Health & Well-Being (SCHW) warmly welcomes you to our biweekly drop-in support group – a confidential space for students facilitated by counsellors who are part of the LGBTQ2S+ community to meet, share stories, feel connected and supported. First group happening on Wednesday, September 15, 2021 from 4:00pm-5:00pm with guest co-hosts from TBLGAY! Join us as we welcome LGBTQ2S+ students to campus and talk about all that is queer at York – supports, resources, where to hang out…and there will be PRIZES! Fall 2021 – Winter 2022 – Biweekly on Wednesdays from 4:00pm-5:00pm. No registration required. To join the next session and/or for more information please contact: [log in to unmask]] ---------------------------------------------------------------- Fall 2021 Free Stress busting 10-Week online series We all encounter stress in our lives that at times can be difficult to manage. Interested in some simple practices that can help you? I am pleased to introduce the Fall 2021 Stress Busting Series offering ’30 minutes of magical practices’. We have three programs in this 10-week series starting the week of Sep 27 running from 12:00-12:30pm followed by an optional Q&A Discussion. Registration details are available at: https://stressbusting.info.yorku.ca/. [Qi Gong Practices. Circular image with a silhouette of a person practicing Qi Gong aginst a blue mountains and a red circle or sun behind them.] Qi Gong: Less stress and more energy. Qi Gong combines the calming and insight benefits of a meditation session, the flexibility and balance of a yoga class, and the strength and endurance building of a bodywork or weight training routine. Harvey Skinner will be leading Qi Gong practices 12:00 – 12:30 PM on Mondays and Thursdays, Sept 27 – Dec 2, 2021. Register for Qi Gong<https://psychology.apps01.yorku.ca/machform/view.php?id=111322> [Mindfulness Meditation. Silhouette or a person seated, palms up, petals or leaf shapes behind them and a red circle or sun behind that.] Mindfulness Meditation: Mindfulness is an ancient practice that has taken hold of the modern imagination as a method to decrease stress and increase happiness. Susan Harris will lead Mindfulness Meditation practices 12:00 – 12:30 PM on Tuesdays, Sept 28 – Nov 30, 2021. Register for Mindfulness Meditation <https://psychology.apps01.yorku.ca/machform/view.php?id=111048> [Capacitar Wellness Artistic image in blue, green, yellow and pink.] Capacitar Wellness: These simple practical techniques help us care for our own wellbeing and others despite what is occurring around us. Capacitar Canada Team members will lead Capacitar Wellness and Healing practices 12:00 – 12:30 PM on Wednesdays, Sept 29 – Dec 1, 2021. Sessions are offered free to York University and other students as a service to support their health and wellbeing. For York staff, faculty, alumni, and members of the broader community, I encourage you to make a gift of appreciation for access to the Stress Busting programs. To make a donation to the Stress Busting programs<https://stressbusting.info.yorku.ca/donations/> Looking forward to practicing stress busting with you. Please contact me about any questions or further information: Prof Harvey Skinner, Faculty of Health, York University: email [log in to unmask]<mailto:[log in to unmask]> Register for Capacitar Wellness<https://psychology.apps01.yorku.ca/machform/view.php?id=110128> ---------------------------------------------------------------- BE the change – Make a donation to toronto Tooth Have you ever stopped for a second and asked yourself how those who experience homelessness brush their teeth? Well, the sad truth is that many of them do not. Due to their lack of proper access to basic oral hygiene products or dental care, the homeless community of Toronto have the worst oral health status compared to every other population in the city. We are TorontoTooth and we intend to change that! As a not-for-profit Agents of Change project we aim to provide oral hygiene products such as toothbrushes and toothpastes to at-risk children, youth, and underprivileged women who are experiencing homelessness in shelters across Toronto. With a donation of even $1, you can help us provide a person with unstable housing with their most basic human hygiene needs that they deserve but cannot afford. Please visit our website (www.torontotooth.ca<http://www.torontotooth.ca/>) or GoFundMe campaign to donate. Help us fight against the income-related injustices in oral health. Be the change. Would you like to learn more about our cause and help us in raising awareness about the income-related inequalities in oral health care? Visit and share our website and platforms with friends and family members: torontotooth.ca<http://torontotooth.ca/> gofundme.com/torontotooth<http://gofundme.com/torontotooth> instagram.com/torontotoothyu<http://instagram.com/torontotoothyu> facebook.com/torontotoothyorku<http://facebook.com/torontotoothyorku> Thank you in advance for your contribution to the vulnerable homeless community of Toronto and the health of our city! [BE THE CHANGE – MAKE A DONATION TO TORONTO TOOTH Have you ever stopped for a second and asked yourself how those who experience homelessness brush their teeth? Well, the sad truth is that many of them do not. Due to their lack of proper access to basic oral hygiene products or dental care, the homeless community of Toronto have the worst oral health status compared to every other population in the city. We are TorontoTooth and we intend to change that! As a not-for-profit Agents of Change project we aim to provide oral hygiene products such as toothbrushes and toothpastes to at-risk children, youth, and underprivileged women who are experiencing homelessness in shelters across Toronto. With a donation of even $1, you can help us provide a person with unstable housing with their most basic human hygiene needs that they deserve but cannot afford. Please visit our website (www.torontotooth.ca) or GoFundMe campaign to donate. Help us fight against the income-related injustices in oral health. Be the change. Would you like to learn more about our cause and help us in raising awareness about the income-related inequalities in oral health care? Visit and share our website and platforms with friends and family members: torontotooth.ca gofundme.com/torontotooth instagram.com/torontotoothyu facebook.com/torontotoothyorku Thank you in advance for your contribution to the vulnerable homeless community of Toronto and the health of our city!] ---------------------------------------------------------------- Road to research success: How to find scholarly articles and books through Yorku libraries – Wednesday, September 22, 2021 from 12:30PM – 2:00PM Date: September 22, 2021 Time: 12:30PM to 2:00PM Location: (For example, the zoom link) Zoom Registration Link: https://yorku.libcal.com/event/3633034 Registration Deadline: September 15th or when 100 seats are filled Facilitator: York University Libraries Fee: no fee applies Need help navigating your way to academic sources? This workshop will provide you with a basic roadmap to library resources – and put you in the driver's seat. Learn how to: find your way around the library website; start your search with subject guides and research strategies; access and use OMNI and databases to find the sources you need for your essays and assignments; evaluate different sources and understand different formats; and ask for help when you need it. If you're just getting started – or maybe don't know where to start – with library research, this workshop is for you. [ROAD TO RESEARCH SUCCESS: HOW TO FIND SCHOLARLY ARTICLES AND BOOKS THROUGH YORKU LIBRARIES – Wednesday, September 22, 2021 from 12:30PM – 2:00PM Date: September 22, 2021 Time: 12:30PM to 2:00PM Location: (For example, the zoom link) Zoom Registration Link: https://yorku.libcal.com/event/3633034 Registration Deadline: September 15th or when 100 seats are filled Facilitator: York University Libraries Fee: no fee applies Need help navigating your way to academic sources? This workshop will provide you with a basic roadmap to library resources – and put you in the driver's seat. Learn how to: find your way around the library website; start your search with subject guides and research strategies; access and use OMNI and databases to find the sources you need for your essays and assignments; evaluate different sources and understand different formats; and ask for help when you need it. If you're just getting started – or maybe don't know where to start – with library research, this workshop is for you. White poster with red border, black text, drawn image of a directional sign and a curvy road.] ---------------------------------------------------------------- What faculty members expect from their students with professor Luke Arnason – Thursday, September 23, 2021 from 10:30am – 11:30am Register at: https://yorku.zoom.us/meeting/register/tJItdeygqDIoE9y2edyF_4CGIJblORTmfN4v ---------------------------------------------------------------- UPSA’s Get Psyc’d Social – Thursday, September 23, 2021 from 5:30PM – 7:30PM Join UPSA for our first event of the year, Get Psyc’d Social on Thursday, September 23, 5:30-7:30PM (EDT). Familiarize yourself with the psychology community at York, network, and play games! Get an introduction to the Psychology community, and meet Dr. Jennine Rawana, Calumet’s College Head and Dr. Raymond Mar, a psychology professor. Play fun games such as Codenames, and an Escape Room game. Learn more and register for the Get Psyc’d Social event here! <https://tinyurl.com/GetPsycdSocial> [Join us for Get Psyc'd Social. The time is September 23rd from 5:30pm-7:30pm EDT. Register at: tinyurl.com/GetPsycdSocial or click the link in the description. Registration mandatory. The image has two people coming out of their computer screens with bubble text boxes above them.] ----------------------------------------------------------------- Learning Commons: Student Guide to Group Work The Student Guide to Group Work is a multimodal eLearning resource is designed to help students learn the fundamentals of group work, through four short videos and a variety of downloadable tools and resources. This guide, offered under a Creative Commons license, was funded by an AIF grant, and is a collaborative endeavour involving the Libraries, the Writing Department, Learning Skills Services, the ESL Open Learning Centre, the Teaching Commons and the Career Centre. Recently features on the Libraries' social media https://twitter.com/yorkulibraries/status/1364983547900100615?s=20 You can find it under the new resources on the Learning Common's web site<https://learningcommons.yorku.ca/>. ----------------------------------------------------------------- Empowering Women in Health is recruiting! – Application Deadline Monday, September 27, 2021 Do you want to get more involved this year? Do you want to use your skills to support an important societal cause and influence the future of health? Do you want to grow as a leader within a multidisciplinary team - and make friends along the way? If you said YES to any of these, then you are in LUCK! EWIH has opened recruitment to join their initiative, and are seeking talented individuals from diverse backgrounds, majors - within and beyond the field of health - and with varying skill sets to build an inclusive and holistic executive team for 2021 - 2022. Note: Current undergraduate and graduate students as well as recent graduates are welcome to apply! Applications will close on September 27th, 2021, so make sure to apply before then! · Recruitment Package: Empowering Women in Health Recruitment Package<https://drive.google.com/file/d/1iLED7Ui6hVAvbi1VEvV8AVzbxrcE5jKW/view> · Recruitment Application: https://forms.gle/5zhZyes3on2YYKAK7 ABOUT US: EWIH seeks to inspire women starting their professional careers in health to aim for leadership and equitable representation; for this, we use various platforms to raise awareness on the gender disparities in health leadership, connect community leaders with students, and arm students with skills for success. Want to learn more about who we are and what we have done? Watch this short introduction video<https://youtu.be/pYNsgjQRvlE>! Follow us on social media! 1. Instagram: @empoweringwomeninhealth<https://www.instagram.com/empoweringwomeninhealth/> 2. Facebook: @empoweringwomeninhealth <https://www.facebook.com/empoweringwomeninhealth/> 3. Youtube: Empowering Women in Health <https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCVzrrzuKHASyNsGbn0olXyQ> 4. Website and newsletter: empoweringwomeninhealth.org<http://empoweringwomeninhealth.org/> 5. Questions? Email us at [log in to unmask]<mailto:[log in to unmask]> [cid:image057.png@01D7ADF9.F8172F90] ---------------------------------------------------------------- Office of the University Registrar launches new student advisory Committee – Deadline to apply Tuesday, September 28, 2021 This fall, the Office of the University Registrar will be introducing the Student Advisory Committee. The Student Advisory Committee will bring together students with a diversity of backgrounds and experiences to provide a thoughtful and dynamic perspective on matters that impact the student journey at York University. Through collaboration and consultation, members of this new committee will work with the Office of the University Registrar to ensure that policies, projects and services provided are reflective of students’ diverse thoughts, ideas and perspectives. By working together, the committee will be a collaborative and positive force for high-quality student services. Applications to serve on the Student Advisory Committee are now open. The deadline to apply to be a member of this committee is Sept. 28. To learn more about the committee, including the Terms of Reference and meeting schedule, visit the Office of the University Registrar website at go.yorku.ca/sac<https://registrar.yorku.ca/sac>. ----------------------------------------------------------------- Applying for undergraduate scholarships & awards information session with Karen Warner, Manager, Scholarships & bursaries – Wednesday, September 29, 2021 from 11:30am-12:30pm Register here: https://yorku.zoom.us/meeting/register/tJEsc--vrDsrHdEQkbItAk1sszw-EeB_5RhM ----------------------------------------------------------------- GHSA welcome bash: go global with ghsa - Wednesday, September 29, 2021, 5:00pm-7:00pm Hey GH fam! 🦁 The Global Health Student’s Associated is your OFFICIAL student club for your time here at YorkU! As a Global Health student, you are represented by GHSA. We offer academic services such as peer tutoring and peer mentoring and also host a ton of fun events where you can make new friends! Make sure to give us a follow on our socials listed below and RSVP to our event! Whether you are an incoming or existing GH student, feel free to log in and mingle with others in your program, meet our new executive team, as well as your Global Health community at York! The afternoon will consist of games, music, and fun! Please make sure to RSVP and we’re excited to see you soon! Date: September 29th, Tuesday, 5:00pm – 7:00pm Register Here: https://tinyurl.com/GoGlobalSocial [The Global Health Student’s Associated is your OFFICIAL student club for your time here at YorkU! As a Global Health student, you are represented by GHSA. We offer academic services such as peer tutoring and peer mentoring and also host a ton of fun events where you can make new friends! Make sure to give us a follow on our socials listed below and RSVP to our event! Whether you are an incoming or existing GH student, feel free to log in and mingle with others in your program, meet our new executive team, as well as your Global Health community at York! The afternoon will consist of games, music, and fun! Please make sure to RSVP and we’re excited to see you soon! Date: September 29th, Tuesday, 5 pm - 7 pm Register Here: https://tinyurl.com/GoGlobalSocial] ----------------------------------------------------------------- ADD CALUMET & STONG COLLEGES TO YOUR LINKEDIN NETWORK! CCSC LinkedIn Account: https://www.linkedin.com/in/ccscyu/ CCSC LinkedIn Page: https://www.linkedin.com/company/ccsc-page/ During the ongoing COVID-19 crisis, online career networking is made easier by a platform such as LinkedIn. By creating a completed LinkedIn profile, students are able to look for jobs within their fields, connect with employers, and be a part of an advanced learning network with their peers, colleagues, and field professionals. If you are a part of the Calumet and Stong Colleges community, add CCSC to your LinkedIn network and build your profile by adding fellow students, alumni, and professionals! After connecting with us, stay tuned for exclusive CCSC articles and community features on our page! ------------------------------------------------------------------ CAlling all 3rd and 4th year undergraduate Psychology students interested in applying to graduate school! The Psychology Undergraduate Mentorship Program at York (PUMP) is now accepting applications to become a mentee for the 2021-2022 year. The deadline to submit the mentee application form is OCTOBER 1st, 2021. Link to apply: https://psychology.apps01.yorku.ca/machform/view.php?id=108481 PUMP is a graduate student organization at York that provides mentorship to undergraduate students interested in graduate studies in Psychology. We achieve this by pairing undergraduates with graduate student mentors with similar backgrounds, as well as by hosting year-round workshops. If you have any questions about becoming a mentee or PUMP in general, please do not hesitate to contact us at [log in to unmask]<mailto:[log in to unmask]> or visit our new website: https://www.yorku.ca/club/pump/about-our-organization/ <https://www.yorku.ca/club/pump/about-our-organization/> We look forward to receiving your applications! PUMP Executive Team. ------------------------------------------------------------------ President’s Ambassador Program Now accepting Applications Designed to provide York students with a unique perspective on the University community, the President’s Ambassador Program offers opportunities for current students to serve as representatives of the University and to share their experiences as York students with fellow students, staff, faculty and alumni. Learn about the engaged student leaders who make up the current and past cohorts<https://www.yorku.ca/president/presidents-ambassadors/> of the President's Ambassador Program. Applications for the 2021-22 cohort of ambassadors are now available for undergraduate and graduate student leaders who are in their second year of study or higher. Students selected for the program have previously attended institutional and community events, like the musical Come From Away and the York Circle lecture series, and met with President Lenton to discuss campus issues. One student who participated in the program said the experience “was a really great way to explore the aspects of the University that we don’t see in the classroom. From research to alumni, to volunteer opportunities, it was so great to see the ways the University makes an impact in the local and global community.” The responsibilities of a student ambassador are: * Attending a training session at the beginning of each academic term; * Attending a minimum of one event/activity per month, as required; * Serving as a representative of the University; * Attending meetings with President Lenton four times per academic year; * Inviting an emerging leader to attend the year-end reception to help inspire a new cohort of potential program participants. Students who successfully complete the program requirements will receive an honorarium of $250 to thank them for their participation in the program at the end of each of the two semesters, and a letter of recognition from the president. Program information: https://www.yorku.ca/president/strategicpriorities/presidents-ambassador-program/ Apply here: https://yorku.hiringplatform.ca/24148-president-s-ambassador-program-fall-applications-2021-2022/75722-online-application-form/en ------------------------------------------------------------------ Graduate Studies Information session with Professor Thomas Loebel, dean, faculty of graduate studies – Wednesday, October 6, 2021 from 1:30pm-2:30pm Register here: https://yorku.zoom.us/meeting/register/tJAof-mgpzkqGtZBVUIm6g-_Hyv-srvzqYQv ------------------------------------------------------------------ Applying to Osgoode Hall Information Session – Thursday, October 7, 2021 from 12:30pm-2:00pm With Alissa Cooper, Manager, Admissions & Student Financial Services, Vicky Faclaris, Recruitment & Admissions Coordinator and current Osgoode Hall student, Melissa Paglialunga. Register here: https://yorku.zoom.us/meeting/register/tJMpc--vrjwjH9OAroJ2loYLXTN9w6DM3wTU ------------------------------------------------------------------ The ADvancement Call Centre is hiring The Advancement Call Centre will be hiring new callers to work on Campus during the Fall 2021 and Winter 2022 terms. The starting wage is $14.25 and representatives are required to work a minimum of three shifts per week (Monday-Thursday 6:30PM-9:30PM, Sunday 3:00PM-6:00PM). Students interested in getting more information about the position or applying should email [log in to unmask]<mailto:[log in to unmask]>. [THE ADVANCEMENT CALL CENTRE IS HIRING The Advancement Call Centre will be hiring new callers to work on Campus during the Fall 2021 and Winter 2022 terms. The starting wage is $14.25 and representatives are required to work a minimum of three shifts per week (Monday-Thursday 6:30PM-9:30PM, Sunday 3:00PM-6:00PM). Students interested in getting more information about the position or applying should email [log in to unmask] White background with black text. Image of a group of people standing and smiling.] ------------------------------------------------------------------ UniVenture Study for 1st and 2nd year students UniVenture is a wellness program designed for university students modelled after an existing, successful, and internationally recognized and utilized program called PreVenture. This partnership involves social science experts, university Student Affairs, student-led organizations, and other partner organizations. These partners bring together the necessary scientific and practical knowledge, expertise, lived experience, and knowledge sharing capacity to tackle this critical social issue in a manner that no one group could do alone. Additionally UniVenture is partnered with national mental health organizations to help spread the word about the results. [UNIVENTURE STUDY FOR 1ST AND 2ND YEAR STUDENTS UniVenture is a wellness program designed for university students modelled after an existing, successful, and internationally recognized and utilized program called PreVenture. This partnership involves social science experts, university Student Affairs, student-led organizations, and other partner organizations. These partners bring together the necessary scientific and practical knowledge, expertise, lived experience, and knowledge sharing capacity to tackle this critical social issue in a manner that no one group could do alone. Additionally UniVenture is partnered with national mental health organizations to help spread the word about the results. UniVenture is designed to deliver specialized workshops to help students learn and develop useful skills for managing challenging situations in the transition to university (eg. academic struggles, emotional distress, substance-related harms), set long-term goals, and channel their unique personality toward achieving those goals. UniVenture is a 5-year, multi-site, controlled study involving first and second year undergraduate students aged between 18 to 25 years at five representatively diverse Canadian university sites (Dalhousie University, St. Francis Xavier University, Universite de Montreal, York University, and the University of British Columbia-Okanagan). Who Can Participate? This is an opportunity for eligible 1st and 2nd year undergraduate students to learn more about their unique personality type and to potentially gain new personality-specific skills for goal setting, and for managing challenges, common in the transition to university. How Does It Work? Stage 1 consists of of a baselinecampus wellness survey to gather information about studentsʼ academic success, mental well-being, and experiences with the pandemic. This information may be used by student affairs units to develop and strengthen campus resources, and by the researchers to identify students who are eligible to participate in Stage 2. In Stage 2 eligible students will have the opportunity to participate in two customized UniVenture workshops based on their personality type. These workshops are either face-to-face or online consisting of up to 10 participants, 90 minutes long and led by a trained facilitator. Students who participate are assigned to the workshops or a usual services comparison group will then be invited to complete a 6 month and a 12 month follow up survey to gather the same information as at the baseline. survey. Why Is This Important? Participation in this study will assist researchers in evaluating the success the UniVenture Program has on studentsʼ academic achievement, mental health and substance-related harms. A successful UniVenture Program may influence university policies by helping partners appreciate the effectiveness of a targeted and personalized program. How Will You Be Compensated? Participants will receive a $20 Amazon gift card or 1 SONA credit point for psychology students (if relevant) for completing the Stage 1 baseline survey (45-60 minutes). If eligible to move forward to Stage 2, students will have the opportunity to earn an additional $40 in Amazon gift cards or 2 SONA credit points (if applicable) for completing two more follow-up surveys. If you participate in both follow up surveys, you will be entered in a bonus draw to win a $100 Amazon gift card. Four such draws will take place each term. For more information about this research study please contact: [log in to unmask]] UniVenture is designed to deliver specialized workshops to help students learn and develop useful skills for managing challenging situations in the transition to university (eg. academic struggles, emotional distress, substance-related harms), set long-term goals, and channel their unique personality toward achieving those goals. UniVenture is a 5-year, multi-site, controlled study involving first and second year undergraduate students aged between 18 to 25 years at five representatively diverse Canadian university sites (Dalhousie University, St. Francis Xavier University, Universite de Montreal, York University, and the University of British Columbia-Okanagan). Who Can Participate? This is an opportunity for eligible 1st and 2nd year undergraduate students to learn more about their unique personality type and to potentially gain new personality-specific skills for goal setting, and for managing challenges, common in the transition to university. How Does It Work? Stage 1 consists of of a baselinecampus wellness survey to gather information about studentsʼ academic success, mental well-being, and experiences with the pandemic. This information may be used by student affairs units to develop and strengthen campus resources, and by the researchers to identify students who are eligible to participate in Stage 2. In Stage 2 eligible students will have the opportunity to participate in two customized UniVenture workshops based on their personality type. These workshops are either face-to-face or online consisting of up to 10 participants, 90 minutes long and led by a trained facilitator. Students who participate are assigned to the workshops or a usual services comparison group will then be invited to complete a 6 month and a 12 month follow up survey to gather the same information as at the baseline. survey. Why Is This Important? Participation in this study will assist researchers in evaluating the success the UniVenture Program has on studentsʼ academic achievement, mental health and substance-related harms. A successful UniVenture Program may influence university policies by helping partners appreciate the effectiveness of a targeted and personalized program. How Will You Be Compensated? Participants will receive a $20 Amazon gift card or 1 SONA credit point for psychology students (if relevant) for completing the Stage 1 baseline survey (45-60 minutes). If eligible to move forward to Stage 2, students will have the opportunity to earn an additional $40 in Amazon gift cards or 2 SONA credit points (if applicable) for completing two more follow-up surveys. If you participate in both follow up surveys, you will be entered in a bonus draw to win a $100 Amazon gift card. Four such draws will take place each term. For more information about this research study please contact: [log in to unmask]<mailto:[log in to unmask]> [UNIVENTURE STUDY FOR 1ST AND 2ND YEAR STUDENTS UniVenture is a wellness program designed for university students modelled after an existing, successful, and internationally recognized and utilized program called PreVenture. This partnership involves social science experts, university Student Affairs, student-led organizations, and other partner organizations. These partners bring together the necessary scientific and practical knowledge, expertise, lived experience, and knowledge sharing capacity to tackle this critical social issue in a manner that no one group could do alone. Additionally UniVenture is partnered with national mental health organizations to help spread the word about the results. UniVenture is designed to deliver specialized workshops to help students learn and develop useful skills for managing challenging situations in the transition to university (eg. academic struggles, emotional distress, substance-related harms), set long-term goals, and channel their unique personality toward achieving those goals. UniVenture is a 5-year, multi-site, controlled study involving first and second year undergraduate students aged between 18 to 25 years at five representatively diverse Canadian university sites (Dalhousie University, St. Francis Xavier University, Universite de Montreal, York University, and the University of British Columbia-Okanagan). Who Can Participate? This is an opportunity for eligible 1st and 2nd year undergraduate students to learn more about their unique personality type and to potentially gain new personality-specific skills for goal setting, and for managing challenges, common in the transition to university. How Does It Work? Stage 1 consists of of a baselinecampus wellness survey to gather information about studentsʼ academic success, mental well-being, and experiences with the pandemic. This information may be used by student affairs units to develop and strengthen campus resources, and by the researchers to identify students who are eligible to participate in Stage 2. In Stage 2 eligible students will have the opportunity to participate in two customized UniVenture workshops based on their personality type. These workshops are either face-to-face or online consisting of up to 10 participants, 90 minutes long and led by a trained facilitator. Students who participate are assigned to the workshops or a usual services comparison group will then be invited to complete a 6 month and a 12 month follow up survey to gather the same information as at the baseline. survey. Why Is This Important? Participation in this study will assist researchers in evaluating the success the UniVenture Program has on studentsʼ academic achievement, mental health and substance-related harms. A successful UniVenture Program may influence university policies by helping partners appreciate the effectiveness of a targeted and personalized program. How Will You Be Compensated? Participants will receive a $20 Amazon gift card or 1 SONA credit point for psychology students (if relevant) for completing the Stage 1 baseline survey (45-60 minutes). If eligible to move forward to Stage 2, students will have the opportunity to earn an additional $40 in Amazon gift cards or 2 SONA credit points (if applicable) for completing two more follow-up surveys. If you participate in both follow up surveys, you will be entered in a bonus draw to win a $100 Amazon gift card. Four such draws will take place each term. For more information about this research study please contact: [log in to unmask]] ------------------------------------------------------------------ Student counselling, health & well-being is here for you Hello from Student Counselling, Health & Well-being<https://counselling.students.yorku.ca/> (SCHW) and welcome to the 2021-2022 school year! For those of you who are hearing about SCHW for the first time, we are a department in the Division of Students that supports the mental health and well-being of students at York University. As a new academic year begins, we wanted to take a moment to let you know about us and the FREE services and supports that are available to you this year. Peer-led Workshops Our team of peer health educators offer workshops on a variety of well-being topics including Mental Health 101, Nutrition Basics, Sleep for Better Grades, Healthier Coping Strategies, Self-Care, and much more. To see what is offered and to sign-up for a workshop, take a look here: https://counselling.students.yorku.ca/workshops [Image of two seated people smiling.] Individual Counselling SCHW offers same-day and appointment-based counselling in a safe and non-judgemental space. University life can be challenging, and our team of counsellors are here to help you feel heard and understood. Simply call our reception line at (416)-736-5297<https://counselling.students.yorku.ca/individual-counselling> to connect with a counsellor for support. During your session, your counsellor will develop a goal with you, and help you move closer towards personal success. Please do not hesitate to reach out to us, our services are confidential and no problem is too small. We are here for you! [Image of two seated people talking.] Group Support Some students may prefer to meet with peers for encouragement and support rather than or in addition to meeting with a counsellor one-to-one. If group support is something that interests you, you’re in luck! SCHW will be offering the following groups (all of which are facilitated or co-facilitated by counsellors) during 2021-2022: · LGBTQ2S+ Support Group · Racialized Students Support Group · Support Group for Survivors of Sexual Violence (in partnership with The Centre for Sexual Violence Response, Support & Education) · Virtual Trauma-Informed Yoga Group · Gay Men’s Process Group · Grief & Loss Group To learn more about each group and/or how to connect, please visit: https://counselling.students.yorku.ca/group-counselling-schw [Resilience, Resilience, Resilience. Image of LGBT2Q Flag] Support for Students Residing Outside of Ontario Students residing outside of Ontario can access free, unlimited, real-time and appointment-based support from anywhere in the world in an variety of languages through keepme.SAFE. You can access resources and connect with a counsellor through the MySSP app or by calling the toll-free number through the website below: https://www.keepmesafe.org/ca-us/support-and-access.php [Keep.meSAFE by guard.me Mental Wellness Student Support Program White text on cornflower blue background.] Supporting Student-led Initiatives Are you a student who is active on campus and looking for new ways to support mental health and well-being? If so, then look no further! SCHW will be re-opening applications to our Mental Health & Wellness Student Initiative Fund<https://counselling.students.yorku.ca/mhw-student-initiative-fund> in October of 2021. The fund aims to support innovative and inclusive student-led initiatives that promote mental health and well-being for members of the York student community. To subscribe for updates specifically about the fund, please provide your contact information here: https://forms.students.yorku.ca/view.php?id=107886 [Mental Health & Wellness Student Initiative Fund. Student Counselling, Health & Well-Being. Image of drawn hands in shades of blue and purple.] You made it to the end of the email! We know that there are lots of announcements and information about services being shared with students during this time of year so we’ve attached a resource you may find helpful. Please do not feel pressure to contact the “right” department from the get-go, we are always happy to provide referrals to other campus services and will do our best (with your consent) to ensure your needs are met in an accessible and timely manner. I’d like to end this email with the encouraging words of our colleagues from the Office of Student Community Relations<https://oscr.students.yorku.ca/kindness>: “This is a semester like no other. As we all adjust to new ways of being around each other, let’s show kindness online and in person as we return to campus this Fall.” – and also, remember to be kind to yourself. On behalf of SCHW, all the best for a successful, happy, and healthy school year! [Kindness is the new normal. It all begins with YU. Image of colourful abstract flower.]