York University is cancelling all in-person exams during the formal winter exam period of April 7-25, 2020. This decision aligns with the Government of Canada community-based measures and decisions made at other Ontario institutions to stop the community-based spread of the virus by restricting large gatherings. This decision allows students to leave the University and […]
Student Communications
REVISED FGS COVID-19 Communication
Dear Members of Graduate Studies, As part of York University’s efforts to keep the safety and wellbeing of students, staff and faculty, front and centre in its response to the COVID-19 pandemic, and to assist more broadly with public health initiatives, Senate Executive has declared that no in-person classes will be held for the remainder […]
Government travel advisory and actions for students
On March 14, the Government of Canada released important updates with respect to actions students should take if they are currently abroad or have recently travelled outside Canada. In response, the University has cancelled all outbound international travel for all University sanctioned programs and activities (exchanges, study abroad etc) until June 1, 2020. Details can be found in […]
Message to International Students
Earlier today you received an email from President Lenton about York’s response to COVID-19. This included information about suspending face-to-face classes and moving courses to online formats. As an international student, we understand you may have some additional questions and concerns about what this means for you. I want to reiterate President Lenton’s message and […]
Academic considerations and changes to medical note requirement
As we previously notified you on March 13, beginning Monday, March 16, 2020, York has suspended all face-to-face instruction and is moving courses to online or alternate formats. Your course instructor will be in contact as soon as possible with details about your courses. We understand that this might cause you some anxiety as you […]
Message to Residents: Residence remain open
MARCH 13, 2020 The President announced today that beginning on Monday, March 16, 2020, all face-to-face instruction will be suspended, and courses will move to online formats. For students living in residence we would like to share the following: Residences remain open and operational. Students wishing to go home, and study remotely can do so. […]
Message to Clubs and Student Organizations
MARCH 13, 2020 RE: PRESIDENT’S MESSAGE Dear Student Organizations, The President announced today that beginning on Monday, March 16, 2020, all face-to-face instruction will be suspended and courses will move to online format. As of midnight tonight, we will be cancelling or postponing all non-essential events that are not required as part of an academic […]
