About
If you are thinking about getting involved at York and/or want to build on your leadership skills, then this training is for you. We want to introduce you to the culture of peer leadership at Calumet and Stong Colleges and at York University. We have developed a highly interactive program where you will explore topics with your peers in small and large groups. Students attending this training will complete the following three modules:
- YU Matter and Belong –learn about the importance of a sense of mattering and dig deeper into topics such as resiliency, grit, and growth mindset.
- YU Thrive and Flourish – reflect on your self-care strategies and learn about the importance of managing stress. Emotional intelligence and self-compassion will also be discussed as ways to help you thrive and flourish.
- Fostering a Leadership Community – explore elements and benefits of peer leadership and student engagement and how you can get involved in our leadership community.
Eligibility
This training is optional and open to all new and continuing Faculty of Health students (programs affiliated with the Faculty of Health include Global Health, Health Studies, Kinesiology and Health Science, Neuroscience, Nursing, and Psychology).
Program Requirements
To receive a certificate of participation, you will be required to meet the following 5 program requirements:
- participate in the full training (participants are asked to arrive on time and stay until the training ends)
- have access to a webcam, mic, and internet for remote portions of the training. You will be asked to keep your camera on and participate in the live small and large group discussions when training is offered remotely
- complete all pre-instructional activities, prior to the scheduled training, (2-hour commitment prior to the training) using the eClass platform
- complete all post-training activities (1-hour commitment after the training) using the eClass platform
- NEW STUDENTS ONLY – attend your scheduled Academic Orientation session. ELT does NOT replace the mandatory Academic Orientation session for all new students
Schedule
This program is held in the fall, winter, and summer terms. The program is scheduled for 4.5 hours and delivered remotely via zoom with additional pre and post mandatory learning activities completed on the course eClass page. It is expected that an in-person component will be added when it is safe to return to campus.
Fall Term – held once during Fall Reading Week (October)
Winter Term – held once during the Winter Reading Week (February)
Summer Term – three sessions held during the summer term (July and August)