Heya guys! Hope everyone had an epic weekend, finally some good weather (about time, eh). I hope this information hasn’t become too overwhelming, remember to take small doses daily (even though it’s equally as awesome to burst with pride). Anyways, hope you guys continue enjoying these reasons!
31. Future Event Planner for Vogue? Like to plan events? Want to have some experience programming large-scale events? Great! Then join your Residence Council where you can plan events all year long for your college while having fun! If you don’t live on residence, become a York is U co-ordinator and plan events such as The Terry Fox Run, York’s Birthday and Red & White Day. For all your hard work, you’ll be recognized at ceremonies, given hours and best of all, you’ll be making friends outside your program 🙂 Check out http://www.yorkisu.ca for future updates and contact your DLLO in september! Psst, I’m the DLLO for Vanier so 😉 yeaaaaah
32. I just want me some frozen yogurt: So I just found out this exciting news today, YORK LANES IS OPENING QOOLA! Don’t know what that is? cool, me neither but after some research, I’ve come to the conclusion it will be the best frozen yogurt place in Canada! It’s a huge name in the states and the first ever will be in our very own York Lanes! In addition to frozen yogurt (served Menchies style) there will be belgian waffles (YUUUUM) and smoothies (yummmy!)Â Check it out: http://qoola.com/
33. Show me your teeth! YFS (York Federation of Students) automatically opts everyone into their health plan which covers things that are not covered by OHIP. This includes various benefits such as dental care, massages, etc. Use it! Get free teeth whitening at http://www.yorkusmiles.ca/
34. On Guard! I don’t know why but I’ve always had a fascination with sword-fighting. It sounded so awesome when I was a kid (not to mention bad ass). Feel free to embrace your inner child in practicing sports like Kendo (which means way of the sword in Japanese) and Fencing (Think tomb raider, lara croft style). As a bonus, it’s super cheap, only $100 a year for Kendo and $90 for Fencing! Everyone is welcome, no try outs required! Learn more at http://www.yorku.ca/fencing/ and http://www.yorku.ca/kendo/default.htm
35. Movie Fanatic: Love watching movies and even more so, discussing them after? Future flixster critic? Check out Movies at York (M@Y) to watch free movies all year long in our huge lecture rooms! Past movies shown have included: the avengers, the dark knight, transformers and argo. They also have a pick of the month so keep your eyes and ears open! More information here https://yorku.collegiatelink.net/organization/movies/about
36. Culture Frenzy! The YFS hosts one of the most anticipated events of the year, Multicultural week. Learn about different cultures through trying new types of food at the YFS food market, participating in the multicultural parade and strutting your stuff on the fashion show which will display fashion and trends around the world. Check out the past multicultural week on http://yfile.news.yorku.ca/2013/01/31/multicultural-week-kicks-off-with-smudging-ceremony-and-parade-monday/
37.I DON’T GET IT!!: If your in the sciences stream, that’s probably what’s going through your head 9 out of 10 times. Which is why you should take advantage of SOS (Students Ombuds Services) where you can access peer tutoring, peer advising, peer mentoring and career workshops! Read more on it at http://bethune.yorku.ca/sos/
38. Frosty The Snowman: Back from our winter break and in the mood for a York Fest type two kind of thing? Then partake in The YFS Frost Week! Frost Week includes amazingness such as free shisha, hot drinks, breakfasts and so forth! Events have in the past included dirty bingo and pub night! Last year there was a huge shisha tent out all week (it was awesome, to say the least). Read on last years’ event here https://www.facebook.com/events/542101519133520/
39. Yummy Grub: If your in the mood for trying something different and a bit fancier, then go to the underground! The underground is York’s restaurant and they have various food items (which are ALL delicious!) You can find the underground at the student center. The underground has also hosted various events such as break-dancing competitions, saint patrick’s day, and lounge night! Go to http://myunderground.ca/
40. Students For York: S4Y is a political club that strives to be a unionized voice for the students while supporting York University’s mission. They have various events such as “Model Parliament” where students have the choice to represent NDP, Liberal, or the Conservatives and then engage in a friendly debate. There is also “Expression Fest” which is a york-wide talent show! Check it out at http://www.students4york.webs.com
Hope you enjoyed these reasons!
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