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February 12, 2026 Issue
With reading week just around the corner, we hopeÌýyou’reÌýgearing up to take some well‑deserved time for yourself during this busy midterm season.ÌýIt’sÌýeasy toÌýfeelÌýoverwhelmed, butÌýLA&PS has plenty ofÌýresources and supportsÌýavailable to help you succeed academically andÌýmaintainÌýyour well-being.ÌýIfÌýyou’reÌýlookingÌýto take a break from studying,Ìýcheck outÌýtheÌýBlack History Month events,Ìýengaging lectures, creative workshops and moreÌýhappeningÌýacrossÌýLA&PSÌýthis month.ÌýÌý
In this issue
Planning to graduate in June 2026? Apply now!
This is a reminder that undergraduate students who are in the last term of their program and will be completing all requirements and credits for their degree, need toÌýapply to graduate.ÌýFor June 2026 graduates, you will need to apply byÌý³§³Ü²Ô»å²¹²â,Ìý²Ñ²¹°ù³¦³óÌý1.ÌýÌý
Congratulations on everything you haveÌýaccomplishedÌýso far!ÌýÌý
Applications to graduateÌýwon’tÌýbe accepted after the deadline, soÌýit’sÌýimportant to apply in advance so youÌýdon’tÌýencounterÌýany issues that could delay your graduation.ÌýIf you have difficulties applying online, contact the Degree Audit team at degaud@yorku.ca.
If you have any questions about your degree requirements or to check thatÌýyou’reÌýon track to graduate, meet withÌýtheÌýAcademic AdvisorÌýfor your program. The LA&PS AcademicÌýAdvisingÌýÌýteamÌýrecommends that all students connect with anÌýadvisorÌýat least once a year and always before registering for yourÌýfinalÌýterm, to ensure you have everything you need to graduate.Ìý
The Nellie Library 5th Undergraduate Student Conference: Applications now open
Calling all undergraduate students with thought-provoking projects! The Nellie Langford Rowell Library invites you toÌýsubmitÌýproject proposals for our upcomingÌýconference.ÌýWe welcome projects completed in 2024-25 or works-in-progress, in traditional and creative formatsÌýthatÌýengage with feminist, anti-racist, Indigenous,Ìýqueer, intersectional and decolonial approaches.ÌýÌý
Even if you are not presenting, you are most welcome to attend. Come support our undergraduate students!Ìý
📅ÌýFriday,ÌýMarchÌý13Ìý| 11 a.m. –Ìý4Ìýp.m. | The Nellie Library, Founders College Room 204Ìý
Intern with Hong Kong Productivity Council this summer
91ÑÇÉ« International is excited to share several global internship opportunities with the HongÌýKongÌýProductivity Council (HKPC) forÌýsummerÌý2026.Ìý
Internships with HKPC offer hands‑on project experience, workshops, fieldÌýtripsÌý,Ìýjob shadowing and exposure to technologyÌýand innovation, along with a competitive allowance of HK$11,900 per month (approximately CAN$2,100).ÌýIt’sÌýa valuable chance to build your career with a leading innovation organization.ÌýThe internship runsÌýfor nine weeksÌýfromÌýJune 22 to Aug.Ìý20.Ìý
The program is open to undergraduate students withÌýstrong communicationÌýand interpersonal skills,Ìýwith preference given to those withÌýknowledge of AI or experience using Generative AI tools. Positions span a range of disciplines, includingÌýscience,Ìýengineering,Ìýdesign,Ìýmedia,ÌýbusinessÌýandÌýcorporateÌýfunctions.Ìý
Students must apply to 91ÑÇÉ« International byÌýFriday,ÌýFeb.Ìý27Ìýand to HKPC byÌýthe end of March.Ìý
LA&PS Fall 2026 Co-op
Interested in joining theÌýLA&PS Co-op ProgramÌýfor fall 2026 to test-drive your dream job, earn some cash and explore awesome career paths? Good news – applications will open onÌýMonday, MarchÌý2, so take the next step and apply!ÌýÌý
The first step is to complete the Co-op Information Session, where you will get an overview of the program, eligibility requirements, studentÌýresponsibilities,Ìýand theÌýsupportsÌýavailable to help you succeed.ÌýÌý
Register for the self-paced information session on eClass.
HaveÌýco-opÌýquestions?ÌýÌý
If you have questions, or need help getting started, you can attend a virtual group drop-in advising session.ÌýLogin toÌýÌýand navigate to Co-op & Internship Program > Co-op Events to find the next available student drop-in. No registration needed.ÌýÌý
You can alsoÌýÌýwith your co-op coordinator. Spots fill up fast,ÌýsoÌýÌýbookÌýearly!Ìý
Connections: Student & Alumni Mixer for Women in Leadership
Join us for Connections: Student & Alumni Mixer – Women in Leadership. Come meet and mingle with successful 91ÑÇÉ«ÌýalumnaeÌýworking in senior leadership roles in a variety of industries! TheÌýalumnaeÌýgroup will include a panel of female c-suite executives working in finance, technology,ÌýlawÌýand marketing.Ìý
This isÌýa great opportunityÌýto practice your networking skills, learn about career paths, gain valuableÌýadviceÌýand have your questions answered by theÌýalumnaeÌýwho may share similar lived experiences.Ìý
The event will be hosted by one of our very own female leaders - Kathryn McPherson, Interim Dean of the Faculty of Liberal Arts & Professional Studies.Ìý
Register below and you can also sign up for your free professional LinkedIn headshot at the event.Ìý
📅 Wednesday, MarchÌý4 | 6 – 8 p.m. | LA&PS Community Hub, Vanier College Room VC001ÌýÌý
Dress Code: Smart CasualÌý
Black History Month with the Harriet Tubman Institute
Join us for engaging events throughoutÌýthe month of February, including:Ìý
Breaking Up With... Carceral Romance: In Conversation with Robyn Maynard & StudentsÌý
Join us for the public launch of the updated edition of Robyn Maynard’sÌýPolicing Black Lives: State Violence in Canada from Slavery to the Present.ÌýThis event will include a community dialogue open to undergraduate and graduate students,ÌýfacultyÌýand community members.ÌýÌý
📅 Thursday, Feb. 12 | 2:30 – 5 p.m. | 91ÑÇÉ« Lanes Room 280N |
Politics/Poetics of Migration: At the Intersection of Anti-Blackness & Migration Policies
ThisÌýroundtable discussion with migrant activists,ÌýscholarsÌýand lawyersÌýwillÌýexplore the impacts, challenges andÌýpossible solutionsÌýsurrounding issues of migration and anti-BlacknessÌýin Canada and around the world.ÌýPanelistsÌýinclude GemechuÌýAbeshuÌý(Postdoctoral Fellow, 91ÑÇÉ«), MbaluÌýLumorÌý(Director of Programs and Newcomer Services, Canadian Centre for Victims of Torture), and NanaÌýYanfulÌý(Founder ofÌýYanfulÌýLaw). Moderated by international political economist,ÌýTamanishaÌýJ. John, with opening remarks from JamaicanÌýConsul-General, Kurt Davis.Ìý
📅 Thursday, Feb. 26Ìý| 12:30 – 3 p.m. | Tubman Resource Room, 91ÑÇÉ« Lanes Room 314 | |
Stalinism and the Black Panther Party
JoinÌýpoliticsÌýProfessor Joe Pateman as he examines how the Black Panther Party selectively incorporated Stalinist political elements, from its ideological commitments to its organizational practices, as well as its influence on the Party’s leadership structure, internalÌýdisciplineÌýand the rise of Huey Newton.ÌýÌý
📅ÌýThursday, Feb. 26Ìý|Ìý11 a.m. – 12:30 p.m.Ìý|ÌýRoss Building South Room S638 |
Disaster Seminar Series
The Disaster Seminar Series is a hub forÌýcutting edgeÌýresearch, innovative practitionerÌýperspectivesÌýand networking opportunities.ÌýIt'sÌýalsoÌýa great placeÌýto buildÌýcommunityÌýwith those studying disasters, crises,ÌýemergenciesÌýand other catastrophes from all faculties across campus. Activities will include presentations and activities with professors, practitioners, alumni, graduateÌýstudentsÌýand others.Ìý
Upcoming Sessions:ÌýÌý
Ontario’s Nuclear Emergency Management Program (NEMP)Ìý
Speakers: Randy Reid, Director Nuclear Radiological and Scientific Response Programs, Emergency Management OntarioÌý
📅 Thursday, Feb. 12 | 2:45 – 3:45 p.m. | Harry Crowe Room, Atkinson Building Room 109Ìý
Day in the Life of an Emergency ManagerÌý
Speakers: Ben Gallagher,Ìýmanager,ÌýOffice of EmergencyÌýManagement,ÌýCity of Mississauga & Katie Subbotina,ÌýcorporateÌýlead, Emergency Preparedness at Trillium Health PartnersÌý
📅 Thursday, Feb. 26 | 2:45 – 3:45 p.m. | Harry Crowe Room, Atkinson Building Room 109Ìý
First Year Lunch Break: DIY Slime-Making
First-year LA&PS students — this is YOUR space! Join us at the First Year Lunch Break every Tuesday for a free lunch, chat with peer mentors, fun crafts and more.Ìý
On Tuesday, Feb. 24, we will be making some DIY slime!ÌýIt’sÌýthe perfect way to take a break, meet new first-year friends in LA&PSÌýand feel at home on campus.Ìý
Food and juice boxes will be provided including fresh pre-packaged meals such as wraps, Caribbean meal platters and ramen bowls.ÌýFirst come, first served!ÌýÌý
📅 Tuesday, Feb. 24 | 2 – 4 p.m. | Founders College Room 024E |
ADHD Craft Social & Seminar
Bring your creative side to the Nellie Library for a critical discussion on access and barriers to care for autism and ADHD,ÌýaccommodationsÌýand neuro-queer futures! Craft and collage supplies will be provided.Ìý
📅 Thursday, Feb. 26Ìý|Ìý2Ìý–Ìý4Ìýp.m. | The Nellie Library, Founders CollegeÌýRoomÌý204ÌýÌý
VCP Presents: A Chorus Line
Join us for VCP's production ofÌýA Chorus Line, a stunning concept musical capturing the spirit and tension of a Broadway ensemble audition. This show explores the inner lives and bittersweet ambitions of Broadway performers and features one powerhouse number after another. Winner of nine Tony Awards, including Best Musical, Book, Score, Choreography and Director, this groundbreaking, Pulitzer Prize-winning musicalÌýremainsÌýrelevant, poignant,ÌýprovocativeÌýand explosively entertaining! 🩰Ìý
Pay-what-you-can-affordÌýticketsÌý(suggested $5) can beÌýpurchasedÌýonline or at the door (cash only).ÌýÌý
📅 Feb. 26 – MarchÌý8 | TuesdayÌýtoÌýSaturdayÌýatÌý7:30Ìýp.m.Ìý|ÌýSundayÌýatÌý2:30Ìýp.m.Ìý| Fred Thury Studio Theatre, Vanier College Room 258Ìý
Narratives of Movement: Centering Migrant Women's Voices in Research and Resistance
Join Soma Chatterjee, professor at the School of Social Work, as sheÌýpresentsÌýa special hands-on workshop entitled,ÌýFrom Thesis to Book: A Practical Guide for Emerging Scholars,Ìýdrawing fromÌýherÌýexperienceÌýpublishing her new book,ÌýSkills to Build the Nation: ImmigrantÌýLabourÌýMarket and Canadian Nationalism. This workshopÌý– hosted by the GlobalÌýLabourÌýResearch CentreÌý(GLRC) – offers an accessibleÌýandÌýdemystifying look at how graduate students and early-career researchers can transform a thesis into a publishable monograph.Ìý
📅 Friday, Feb. 27 | 2:30 – 4 p.m. | Kaneff Tower Room 626 |
Amphibious City: Stormwater Drains and the Making of Gray Futures
Drawing on six years of research in Mumbai, India, Professor Nikhil Anand joins us to explore how urban development has intensified climate risk for those inhabiting the city — and why planners continue to resist rethinking their approaches to respond to the catastrophic effects of climate change.ÌýProfessorÌýAnand is the Silvers Family Presidential Professor of Anthropology and Interim Director of the Center for the Advanced Study of India at the University of Pennsylvania.Ìý
📅 Thursday, March 5 | 4 – 6 p.m. | Nat Taylor Cinema, Ross Building North Room N102 | Ìý