Student Activities

Genesis
New student orientation is four days full of meeting fellow students, engaging with faculty and staff, familiarizing with campus, as well as participating in programs designed to immerse students in the community of York University. At then at end of Genesis we kick the school year off with a campus wide Block Party on Kiplinger Ave. 

Homecoming
Homecoming isn’t just a time when alumni and prospective students descend on campus for a weekend of special events. Students are right in the middle of the action. More than just the royalty crowing, Homecoming at York University ​holds several activities, including:
Syncfest (Lip-sync Contest)
Athletic Events
Choir Concert Performance
Fall Theatre Production
Special chapel service
Crowning of Homecoming King and Queen

Autumn Fest
There's no better way to kick-off the fall season that a visit to Wessel's Living History Farm for some pumpkin painting and hay rides. An event hosted by the Student Activities Board where flannels and boots tend to be the dress code and students are guaranteed to enjoy the famous midwestern combo of chili & cinnamon rolls. 

Syncfest 
Hosted by the Admissions Team and S.A.B., Syncfest is an event you won't forget. Groups battle in an epic lip-sync competition to bring home a cash prize. 

Songfest 
Each year, York's social clubs and many other students come together to put on a musical variety show with choreography, singing, parody and friendly competition. You won't want to miss out on one of the most exciting events of the year!

All-School Banquet
A night spent celebrating the end of the year as a community. The student body gathers with faculty and staff for a night of reflection, awards, great food, and fellowship.​

Student Activities

Laser Tag
Halloween Party
3 vs 3 Tournament
Spikeball Tournament
Neon Dodgeball
​Pre-Finals Breakfast​

Christmas Party 
Game Night
Movie at McGehee
Kickball
Open Mic Night
​Ice Cream Social

Student Activities Board (SAB)

In addition to the long-standing traditions on campus the Student Activities Board (SAB) plays a pivotal role in giving students the opportunity to build relationships and create lasting memories on campus. Whether it's a movie at McGehee, neon dodgeball, trivia tournaments, or intramural sports, the goal of SAB is to make sure students have something exciting to do every weekend. 

​Want to plan the fun? Join SAB and become a part of an advisory group of students who work closely with the Director of Student Activities to plan, promote and facilitate weekly activities for students. This group is selected and overseen by the Director of Student Activities, Graham Marks.

​The weekly events calendar can be found on PantherNet under the "Campus Life" tab. You must have a York University email and password to login. ​ If you would like to submit an event to be put on the calendar use the form at the button below. 

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