Guidance Counsellor Day at York

Guidance Counsellor Day at York

We're delighted to welcome you to campus! Join us for a morning of networking, learning and exploring our facilities at our in-person Guidance Counsellor Day at Keele Campus, York University.

Connect, Explore, Learn.

At our 2023 Guidance Counsellor Day, take part in a variety of short sessions designed to inform the important work you do in preparing students for success.

You will have the opportunity to hear updates from York University, and to connect with representatives across student services and admissions.

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Questions? Get in touch with us at guidance@yorku.ca

Plan Your Day


9:00 am - 9:30 am ET

Welcome: What's New at York?

Join in a special welcome address with Assistant Vice-Provost & University Registrar, Darran Fernandez, followed by an opening presentation from York's Recruitment and Admissions team. We'll share news, updates and helpful reminders as we work together to support the newest incoming class of York University learners in September 2023.

Presenters: Darran Fernandez, Assistant Vice-Provost & University Registrar; Rohini Chaba, Manager, Domestic Recruitment

 


9:30 a.m. - 10:20 a.m.

The Future of Learning: York University's Markham Campus

Our newest campus will embed York University in the heart of one of the most diverse and dynamic urban communities in the province and country. Discover how academic programs and research at the Markham Campus will reflect the local economy, revolving around the core themes of technology and entrepreneurship and how they are driving innovation across all areas of knowledge and society.

Presenter: Adam Duncan, Recruitment & Liaison Officer, Markham Campus


10:30 - 11:00 a.m.

Soar to New Heights: Global Learning and Engagement at York University

York University is committed to providing students with academic exchange, internship, and short-term programs abroad at one of its 300+ partners in 60+ countries. In addition, York provides students with a variety of virtual programs that connect classrooms in Toronto with classrooms around the globe, while engaging students in international, intercultural, and interdisciplinary projects and program solving. Join this session to learn how students can get involved and work towards global citizenry, as well as the general timelines, eligibility, and funding available to off-set the costs of participation. 

Presenter: Ashley Laracey, Associate Director of Global Learning, York International


10:30 a.m. - 11:20 a.m.

Supporting Diverse Learners 

Learn how Black Excellence at York University (BE YU) provides Black students with the supports they need to transition to university and maximize their student experience on the path to graduation. Through workshops, specialized events, mentoring, academic advising and more, BE YU is designed to champion the academic, professional and personal success of York’s Black student community. 

You will also connect with members of the Centre for Indigenous Student Services, a safe gathering space that provides a variety of engagement opportunities for 350+ self-identified Indigenous learners such as cultural workshops, social programming, Indigenous Sharing Circle and an Elder on Campus program. 


11:20 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.

Student Services Fair

Following our sessions, stay to chat, stretch your legs and bring all of your questions to our caring student service teams.

Take this opportunity to connect with representatives from:

  • Admissions
  • Black Excellence at York University (BE YU)
  • Career Centre
  • Centre for Indigenous Student Services
  • Glendon Campus
  • Student Accessibility Services
  • Student Financial Services
  • York International


11:45 a.m. - 12:30 p.m.

Choose Your Own Facilities Tour (Optional) 

Join the Lassonde School of Engineering for a tour of our learning, researching and prototyping spaces in the renowned Bergeron Centre, a hub for collaboration and innovation. This walking tour lasts approximately 45 minutes and will depart from (and return to) the Second Student Centre. 

Join a tour of the School of the Arts, Media, Performance & Design. Explore our studios, labs and theatres where students are able to create and learn with over 30 degree programs to choose from. This walking tour lasts approximately 45 minutes and will depart from (and return to) the Second Student Centre. 

Planning Your Trip to Campus: Directions & Parking

A number of transit systems from across the GTA take you directly to the Keele campus. Visit the campus maps page for transit information and directions.

TTC Subway: Take Line 1 to the York University subway station. Take the South exit toward the Accolade East Building. View directions to campus.

Driving/Parking: Complimentary event parking for Guidance Counsellor Day guests is available at the Student Services Indoor Parking Garage located at the Bennett Centre for Student Services. 

  The closest intersection is Fine Arts Road and James Gillies Street. Enter campus from Keele Street onto York Blvd. Turn left at Ian MacDonald, left at Fine Arts Road, then right onto James Gillies Street. The parking garage will be on your right. 

A Honk Mobile parking code and instructions will be provided to registered guests in advance of the event.

Should guests choose to park elsewhere, paid parking is also available at various locations across campus.  

1. Download the Honk Mobile app from your device's App Store or Google Play. 

2. Set up your account. 

When you arrive at Keele Campus, you will open the app and follow these instructions. If you have any trouble, a representative will be just inside the Bennett Centre ground level, available to assist you.

 

Day of the Event:

1. Promo Codes are issued for a particular garage. Choose: Student Services Parking Garage, Zone #7728.

 

2. Select the amount of time for your stay. It's simplest to select the daily max. 

3. Follow the prompts to log in or sign up for your Honk account. You will need an email address, mobile phone number and your license plate. You will not require a payment method, as your promo code provides you with complimentary parking. 

4. Once you are logged in, you will be directed back to the checkout page for the time and date you have selected. Please ensure that your license plate is correct. 

5. Click 'Add Promo' and enter the promo code provided to you in you pre-event e-mail. Click 'Apply.'

6. Click 'Park for Free' and you're all set! 

 

You will receive an e-mail receipt within minutes of your parking transaction. Your parking session details can always be found in the menu under ' Sessions > Receipts.' 

Questions?

We'd love to help ensure your day is a smooth one!

If you have any questions about accessibility, dietary needs, driving, transit, parking or planned activities, don't hesitate to reach out to us at guidance@yorku.ca or call our Guidance Counsellor Direct Line at 416-736-5305.