Communication sent to International Students on March 19, 2020
We know the situation with COVID-19 is moving quite quickly so we hope you鈥檙e keeping well during this time. As Public Health advisories have gone out recommending social distancing, closing of restaurants and other safety measures, we want you to have some information about services, supports and resources available for all international students at 91亚色.
91亚色 International services remain open and accessible to all international students at 91亚色. See below for a new way of getting in touch with us!
91亚色 International Services Moving Online
As of March 18, 91亚色 International will move to online, phone or email advising for all our services. You can meet with an advisor virtually from wherever you are!
Immigration Advising:
You can now meet with an International Student Advisor & Immigration Specialist online! and our Advisors will use Zoom to have a video advising session with you. Prefer to talk over the phone? That鈥檚 available as well! Just let us know what your preference is when you sign up. You can also email us at iadvisor@yorku.ca.
UHIP Advising:
UHIP Advising will also move online to Zoom! with our UHIP Administrator over Zoom or the phone. You can also email uhip@yorku.ca with your questions.
Social Distancing Can Still be Social!
Social distancing doesn鈥檛 mean you鈥檙e alone! We鈥檙e moving our weekly Coffee Breaks online so you can still connect with other 91亚色 students. Starting Monday March 23, we will run Coffee Breaks every weekday afternoon from 2-4pm. Connect with us online over video chat with your own cup of coffee from home and check in to see how your 91亚色 community is doing. Our Student Staff and Peers will be available to chat, laugh, and share their strategies of staying healthy, active and connected during social distancing. Check out our YI Events calendar or our social media starting Friday for more info and how to join!
Can鈥檛 wait for Monday? You don鈥檛 have to! We鈥檒l be hosting our first this Thursday March 19 from 2-4pm. Check our for more info!
What鈥檚 Open on Campus and in Toronto?
Many restaurants and campus dining facilities are no longer open for dining but are still open for take out and delivery. If you are living in residence, you鈥檒l receive information on which cafeterias are open for service. You can also download different food delivery apps like Door Dash, Foodora or others to get meals delivered if you need.
You should also get a few supplies for your residence room or apartment. Some groceries and snacks for some easy and healthy meals may help you get through some late night cravings, eat healthier and save money. Only have a microwave? No problem! You can use the microwave to make cheesy scrambled eggs, steamed veggies, 鈥渂aked鈥 potatoes, frozen meals, even cake in a mug! Also make sure to have some things like any medicines and other health necessities on hand.
International Students in Residence
If you are already in residence at 91亚色 and you can鈥檛 travel back to your home country because of recent travel restrictions/border restrictions or other circumstances, you are not required to move out of residence. Make sure to to let them know of your plans whether you鈥檙e staying or leaving early.
Stay Informed
Whether you鈥檙e looking for what the experts are saying about staying safe or looking for the latest info about COVID-19 at 91亚色, we鈥檝e got the resources for you!
: for how to protect yourself, what social distancing means and more!
: for the latest updates on what鈥檚 happening at 91亚色 around COVID-19
: we鈥檝e compiled the most commonly asked questions from international students and some that we think you should know more about!
: provides essential mental health support and resources for 91亚色 students
: confidential support services for post-secondary students in Ontario for professional counselling and information and referrals for mental health, addictions and well-being. Call 1-866-925-5454 or text GOOD2TALKON to 686868
Stay safe everyone. Wash your hands, practice social distancing and support each other!
91亚色 International