Showing posts with label workshops. Show all posts
Showing posts with label workshops. Show all posts

Friday, 16 August 2013

Centre for Human Rights

York is a very diverse community. 60,000 students roam the buildings of York every single day, and thankfully no two people are alike. In order to protect each individuals rights and freedoms on campus we have the Centre for Human Rights here at York.

The Centre for Human Rights (CHR) addresses, and resolves issues of discrimination and harassment at York University. They also promote inclusivity and the fair treatment of all! CHR offers services such as early complaint resolution, investigation, and education services. Furthermore they strive to create "positive spaces" all over campus. A positive space is one which commits to the freedom and expression of all individuals regardless of race, colour, sexual orientation, age marital status, etc.



The cool thing is, students and staff can partake in workshops and training. The Centre for Human Rights offers workshops such as:
  • Inclusivity Training
  • Diversity and Social Justice 101
  • Diversity in the Classroom
  • Introduction to Human Rights
  • Positive Space (Level 1)
  • Respect in the Workplace
  • Respect, Equity, Diversity, and Inclusivity Tutorial (online)
You can get more information, and even sign up for one of these workshops here. I have attended many of these workshops and they are very informative so I totally recommend checking at least one of them out. You learn more about diversity, what it means to be inclusive, and how you can contribute into a safe environment for all at York University.



Lastly, you can contact The Centre for Human Rights with any of your own questions, concerns, or enquiries at 416-736-5682. You can also visit them at the Ross South building, room 327. They even share the RED Zone booth with us sometimes during the school year so stop by if you'd like! :)
Remember: they are a positive space so don't hesitate to reach out to them!

Until Next Time, I'll be Yorking Around, 






Thursday, 20 September 2012

FREE WORKSHOPS (to help you do fantastical in university)!

First off... YES! Fantastical IS a word!

Second... did you know York University offers a TON of FREE academic workshops? From citation, to research, to writing an essay... there is a great deal amount of help out there for you )contrally to popular belief, you are NOT alone)! Since were already in our second week of school (I know, I know... time goes by FAST!) I thought I would share with you all some upcoming workshops here at York University!

Library Workshop for Undergraduate Students: Provides information on how to do proper research, using the library resources!

September 17, 10:00am-11:30am
September 20, 10:00am-11:30am
September 26, 2pm-3:30pm

LOCATION: 531 Scott Library

Citing and Referencing Workshop at Scott Library:  Learn about proper citing and referencing, and get some practice in this hands-on workshop. Emphasis will be placed on MLA and APA.

October 2, 3:00pm-4:30pm

October 12, 11:00am-12:30am
October 18, 2:00pm-3:30pm

LOCATION: 531 Scott Library


Effective Editing: You will learn to assess content, correct common errors and proofread your work for accuracy!

September 25, 3:00pm-4:30pm

LOCATION: SMIL Library


Essays Made Easy: You will learn how to develop a well-considered thesis statement, and how to use evidence effectively to support your position. You will also discover the difference between summary and analysis, and see how they interact within an essay to provide a logical, coherent argument.


September 27, 1:00pm-2:30pm


LOCATION: SMIL Library




Now these are only a few of the MANY workshops out there to help you with university! Some of the departments at York University that offer free academic workshops are Scott Library, Writing Centre, Counselling and Disability Services, among others!


I highly recommend each and everyone of you to attend at least one of these workshops because you have nothing to loose, and you will gain a lot of useful information! In fact, you will probably find me attending a few of these, even though I`m going into my fourth year (never too old to learn, right?).


Lastly, if your not sure about the location of one of these workshops, you cal always stop by the RED Zone, tweet (@yorksredzone, or e-mail (redzone@yorku.ca). 


GOODLUCK with your first tests, quizzes, exams, essays, presentations, and assignments! :) 


Until Next Time, I'll be Yorking Around,











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