Black Creek First Year Network - TD Community Engagement Centre

We know that the transition between high school and University can be daunting. As part of our goal to make sure that every student feels encouraged to continue their post-secondary studies, we provide the following supports to York students residing in the community.

First Year Resources

As a first year student, it can be hard to navigate all the supports and services at York when you need to access them. By being a part of Black Creek First Year Network, we share timely resources to help make sure you have everything you need as you move through your first year. For example, we provide you with checklists to make sure you’ve got everything you need before the first day of class and tips on when and where to buy textbooks at discounted rates.

Students in the Black Creek FYN can also connect with the Community Projects Coordinator to ask their questions. Some things we can discuss:

Application reviews: OSAP, scholarships, post-graduate programs
Enrollment support: we can provide some guidance on balancing your courses and degree planning
On Campus jobs

Workshops

Once you’ve accepted your admissions offer from York University, we’ll contact you to invite you to participate in the workshops to help you get acquainted with York and gear you up for success. Here are some we typically offer:

YorkU Summer Orientation

During this workshop, we take you through how to prepare for your first year. These include learning the enrollment process, OSAP, and tips on purchasing textbooks. We also provide small group tours so you can find your classes ahead of time.

Applying for Work-Study Jobs

This workshop specifically focuses on providing students with the knowledge and skill set for applying for jobs on campus. We see on campus jobs as an important opportunity for students to get involved in.

Study tips & Stressbusters

In this workshop, the CEC provides students with tips and support in balancing mental health while preparing for exams and finals. We cover stress management strategies and effective studying tools to help students through their finals.

Add your own!

If there is a subject you know your students are curious about, feel free to contact the Community Projects Coordinator for a custom workshop.

Connect with us

If you have questions about the Black Creek First Year Network or about post-secondary studies, please do not hesitate to reach out to the Community Projects Coordinator for more details.