The Art Gallery of York University (AGYU) is a publicly funded art gallery specializing in the exhibition of recent, innovative Canadian and international art. Located on the Keele campus of York University, the AGYU offers a series of contemporary art exhibitions, public lectures by visiting artists as well as special seminars and discussions on topics relating to the contemporary visual arts.

As one of Canada's leading university art galleries, the AGYU is committed to enriching the cultural and intellectual environment of York University. In keeping with this educational focus, the AGYU offers research and internship programs to York students, and acts as a distribution centre for exhibition catalogues, periodicals and books by artists through the "Bookstore at the AGYU".

Gallery hours: (September to June) Tuesday, Thursday and Friday, 10 am to 4 pm; Wednesday, 10 am to 8 pm; Sunday, Noon to 5 pm.

Career Services helps students connect their academic experience and career aspirations to the world of work. Explore the Career Services Web site http://www.yorku.ca/careers for lots of information about where to find on-campus jobs, careers related to specific majors, the On-Line Job Search Manual, job postings on Campus Worklink and much much more. CareerNet Connection, a free online newsletter, will keep you informed about employers coming on campus and other career related information you won't want to miss. Drop by Career Services, N108 Ross Building, and explore the extensive library of resources, book a resumé critique or a mock interview, register for a workshop or ask a peer adviser where to find the information you need to get your career plans on track. Telephone 416-736-5351.

Clubs and other organizations offering programs to the Keele and Glendon communities are encouraged to register with the Office of Student Affairs. Registered groups may apply for and be permitted to use University space and facilities (subject to availability) and may seek funding from the York Federation of Students (YFS) or other University sources. Application forms and more information about clubs and organizations are available from the Office of Student Affairs, 103 Central Square, 416-736-5144.

The York University Cooperative Childcare Centre, located in Atkinson Residence on the Keele campus, is licensed to serve 119 children between the ages of six weeks and 10 years.

Fees are from $324 to $860 per month, plus one-hour participation per child per week. The centre has a subsidy agreement with Metro Toronto Social Services for parents in need.

Further information may be obtained by contacting the Childcare Centre, 90 Atkinson Road, Apt. 128, Toronto, Ont. M3J 2S5; telephone 416-736-5190, fax 416-736-5291 or e-mail: daycare@yorku.ca.

The Counselling and Development Centre (CDC) helps students to realize, develop and fulfill their personal and academic potential through an assortment of diverse programs.

York students are invited to discuss their personal concerns with a counsellor. In order to make an appointment, come to Room 145, Behavioural Sciences Building between 9 am and 5 pm Monday to Friday, or telephone 416-736-5297. All interviews are confidential.

The CDC offers groups and workshops with a variety of focuses and themes, including academic performance enhancement, assertiveness training, avoiding procrastination, effective presentation skills, relaxation training and stress management, among others. Most groups are offered during both the fall and winter terms depending on enrolment.

Through individual consultation and workshop series, students can work at improving reading, listening, note taking, memory, time management, exam preparation, essay writing skills and academic stress management.

The Learning Disabilities program provides a range of specialized services to students with learning disabilities, including advice on courses and academic programs, orientation to campus facilities and services, diagnostic assessment of psychological and educational profiles, learning skills counselling, life skills counselling and advocacy and ombudsman services regarding evaluation and examinations.

Educational support for consumers/survivors of the mental health system. Services include: yearly orientation to campus facilities and resources, learning skills workshops, peer support, advocacy and strategies for self-advocacy, psychiatric consultation as needed and linkages to community resources.

The staff of CDC are available to consult with any member of the York University community with regard to aspects of campus psychological well-being and development. Outreach programs may be tailored to community needs.

The Counselling and Development Centre's reception area in Room 145, Behavioural Sciences Building, is open from 9 am to 5 pm Monday to Friday (telephone 416-736-5297). Web site: http://www.yorku.ca/cdc/.

The goal of the Health Education and Promotion office is to involve the York University community in their own health care. An individual can help make major contributions to their own well being by becoming informed about general health, health risks and the importance of daily habits and lifestyle.

The nurse educator will provide confidential counselling, information/referrals, on contraception, HIV/AIDS, STIs (formerly STDs), alcohol/substance abuse, smoking cessation, nutrition and exercise, eating disorders and stress management.

The office has a large selection of articles, books, pamphlets and videos on various health issues. Information can be located on our Web site located at http://www.yorku.ca/healthed/. This site makes a wide variety of resources accessible to students and staff. Articles, books and videos may be borrowed on a sign-out basis.

The Peer Education program offers workshops by trained student volunteers on HIV/AIDS, STIs, alcohol awareness, date rape, birth control and stress management.

Watch for our health promotion events throughout the year: September - Condom Olympics. October - Alcohol Awareness Week and Breast Cancer Awareness month. November/December - Stress Management, Aids Awareness Week and the AIDS Red Ribbon Campaign. January - Smoking Cessation. February - Health Fair and Eating Disorder Awareness Week. March - Stress Management and Nutrition month. April - Sunsense and Cancer Awareness month.

The Office is located in 102 Central Square. For more information, call 416-736-5196. Web site: http://www.yorku.ca/healthed/.

The Centre for Human Rights and Equity includes the Centre for Race and Ethnic Relations and the Sexual Harassment Education and Complaint Centre, as well as having responsibility for employment equity and for liaising with other areas of the University on all human rights and equity matters. The Centre coordinates the Sexual and Gender Diversity Advisory Committee, and, in conjunction with the Office of Student Affairs, the mediation service, Mediate@York.

The Centre for Race and Ethnic Relations (CRER), was established in 1988, to advise the University on policy relating to race and ethnic relations, and to provide anti-racism education for the entire community, as well as support and services to York's multi-ethno-racial community, so that working, studying and living at York will be a harmonious and rewarding experience for all.

Students, faculty and staff have the right to study, live and work in an environment that is free from racial harassment and discrimination. Students, faculty and staff also have the responsibility not to racially harass any member of the York community including other students, faculty and staff. This is in accordance with York University's Policy Concerning Racism and the Ontario Human Rights Code, which prohibits harassment and discrimination on the grounds of race, colour, citizenship, place of origin, ancestry, ethnic background and creed. Every person has a right to freedom from harassment in the community, including such places as the classroom and the residences.

The CRER works in cooperation with several campus groups and associations active in the area of human rights, anti-racism and employment equity. The advisers at the centre are available to give workshops on anti-racism and related issues to all sectors of the University. The centre offers public education programs and a small resource library to increase awareness and action around issues of equity.

The centre is also a complaint centre which provides a confidential place in which members of the York community can seek information regarding racial harassment and discrimination. The advisers outline the many options (both informal and formal) available to students, faculty and staff and discuss ways of handling the situation.

The Centre also works collaboratively with the University Complaints Centre and local complaints officers in the colleges and Faculties. The advisers, Teferi Adem and OmiSoore Dryden, aim to ensure that concerns expressed by all members of the community are addressed with sensitivity and fairness.

The Centre for Race and Ethnic Relations is located in the Centre for Human Rights and Equity, 108 Central Square. Appointments can be made with Liliana Hassani at 416-736-5682.

The Sexual Harassment Education and Complaint Centre serves all members of the York community, students, faculty and staff. Anyone who is experiencing sexual harassment or violence, or anyone who thinks what they are experiencing could be sexual harassment based on their gender, sexual orientation or gender identification, should drop in to the Sexual Harassment Education and Complaint Centre. The centre offers advice, ensures confidentiality and provides a supportive atmosphere. No action will be taken unless the complainant requests it. The two advisers at the Sexual Harassment Education and Complaint Centre are available to give workshops on sexual harassment and related issues to colleges, residences and Faculties. There is a small library which students, staff and faculty are welcome to draw upon.

An ongoing project of SHEACC's is the Sexual Assault Survivors Support Line (SASSL). SASSL is a peer support telephone line, which provides referrals and support to callers on a 24-hour basis. The crisis line number is 416-650-8056 and the information line is 416-736-2100 ext. 40345. The line is closed on University holidays with a message providing alternative crisis line numbers. SASSL is in the process of developing into a service for the York community in its own right.

The centre also works collaboratively with the University Complaints Centre and local complaints officers in the colleges and Faculties. The advisers, Dale Hall and Siobhan McEwan, aim to ensure that concerns expressed by all members of the community are addressed with sensitivity and fairness.

The Sexual Harassment Education and Complaint Centre is located in the Centre for Human Rights and Equity, 108 Central Square (next to south exit doors of Central Square) and is open from 8:30 am to 4:30 pm Monday to Friday, or in the evening by appointment. When the centre is closed, telephone messages may be left at 416-736-5500.

A Lost and Found Office is maintained on the Keele campus at N101 Ross, ext. 33369, which is open from 11 am to 3 pm, Monday through Friday, and from 5 to 7 pm, Wednesday and Thursday, to accommodate the evening students. Any items turned into this office are retained for 30 days only. On the Glendon campus, enquiries should be directed to the Security and Parking Office, Greenhouse Building which is open 24 hours daily.

The University regrets that it cannot be responsible for items of personal property left unattended on the grounds or within buildings.

The York University Central Mailroom is located in Curtis Lecture Hall, Room 019. All mail addressed to 4700 Keele Street, M3J 1P3 is received and delivered daily from the central mailroom. Interdepartmental and all off-campus mail are also processed from this location. All addresses on campus with postal codes other than M3J 1P3 is delivered directly by Canada Post.

The Department of Mail Services requests that all members note the correct mailing address and postal codes for their incoming mail to ensure prompt delivery. The individual codes are:

The correct addressing format to be used by students living in the undergraduate residences is:

A Canada Post franchise operation is located at the Keele campus in the Inkblotz Stationery store in York Lanes, Tel. 416-736-5911 or if on campus at ext. 55911.

The Ontario March of Dimes - York University Attendant Service program provides non-medical assistance to students, staff and faculty of York University, who have a permanent physical disability. Attendant services are available, as required, on a 24-hour basis for assistance with personal hygiene, rising and retiring routines, meal preparation, light housekeeping, laundry, mobility and general daily activities.

Admission is open to students, staff and faculty who have a permanent physical disability on the Keele campus. Applicants must be willing to organize and direct their own attendant care services. All applications are considered for eligibility by the Ontario March of Dimes - York University Program Specific Committee.

For more information please call: Ontario March of Dimes - York University Attendant Services Office located in Central Square, Room 107, 416-736-5167, or York University's Office for Persons with Disabilities at 416-736-5140; e-mail: omodyu@yorku.ca.

The Office for Persons with Disabilities (OPD) provides information, support and advocacy on behalf of students, staff and faculty with physical and sensory disabilities as well as medical conditions.

Office assistance includes advising on financial and academic matters, referrals for personal counselling as well as other University services and community resources such as the Independent Living Assistance program.

If you have received your acceptance to the University, it is in your best interest to contact the OPD as soon as possible.

While the OPD offers a short orientation, we do suggest that you take part in your college or Faculty orientation, which will provide you with valuable information and give you the opportunity to meet fellow peers.

The Office for Persons with Disabilities is open Monday to Friday, 9 am to 4 pm. The office is located in 109 Central Square: 416-736-5140 Voice, 416-736-5263 TTY, 416-650-8068 Fax. You may also reach us by e-mail at opd@yorku.ca, or online at http://www.yorku.ca/admin/sa/offdis/.

All faculty, staff and students who park on University property are required to purchase an annual or sessional parking permit or to pay the daily parking fee, and abide by the parking and traffic regulations of the University. Application forms for permits and copies of the regulations are available at Parking and Transportation Services, Room D37, East Office Building on the Keele campus, and at Parking and Transportation Services, Glendon Greenhouse on the Glendon campus.

Parking is permitted only in clearly designated parking areas. If no sign is posted, no parking is permitted.

The Scott Religious Centre is a meeting place for the many religious groups active on the Keele campus. A list of the groups is posted at the entrance door of the centre in Central Square.

The Inter-faith Council is comprised of representatives from all the religious groups, and is charged with running the centre and advises the University, through the director of Student Affairs, on matters relating to the centre and religious affairs and activities on campus. The Chair and other members of the Inter-faith Council may be contacted through the Office of Student Affairs, 103 Central Square, 416-736-5144.

The Scott Religious Centre contains a non-denominational chapel, a meditation room and several student religious group offices. The chapel may be booked on a regular basis or for a single religious event through the Office of Student Affairs (416-736-5144) from September 1 through April 30 and Hospitality York (416-736-5020) from May 1 through August 31. The Scott Religious Centre has entrances on the ground floor in Central Square and outside on the second floor between Scott Library and Ross Building.

The Security Control Centre (SCC) is operated by York University Security Services 24 hours a day throughout the year. The SCC provides a means of rapid communication between members of the York community, Security Services and public emergency services that are available both on and off campus. The SCC receives telephone calls from the community, monitors CCTV security cameras and dispatches mobile and foot patrol security officers. The SCC fully-trained officers are equipped to obtain the required assistance in the least amount of time. The SCC will arrange, when necessary, to meet emergency vehicles (police, fire, or amubulance) at the main entrances to the University and escort them directly to the location of an emergency. To enable SCC to dispatch assistance in an effective and timely manner, it is important that the control centre be informed as soon as possible of all on-campus emergency situations. In a life-threatening situation, call 911 directly, then call the SCC. Remember, if you are calling from a campus extension telephone, you must dial `9' first, or 9-911. For other emergencies, or urgent security matters, arising at Keele or Glendon campuses, call extension 33333 or 416-736-5333, or simply use the call box of any Emergency Blue Light telephone or Elevator Emergency telephone. No money is required when calling 416-736-5333 from any campus pay phone.

On occasion, a personal emergency may require a student to be contacted quickly. Students are urged to provide those who may need to reach them in an emergency with up-to-date information regarding their class timetable, specifying days, times and locations.

York is home to the only shopping centre in Canada designed specifically for a university market. It is open seven days a week, although the hours of the various retailers and services vary. York Lanes is managed by the York University Department of Commercial Facilities which is located in Suite 1080, Physical Resources Building, telephone 416-736-5788, fax 416-736-5845.


Aidia Fine Accessories	416-667-7676
Bank of Montreal	416-665-4775
Berries & Blooms	416-663-0030
Blueberry Hill Restaurant	416-736-5594
Campus Cleaners	416-736-5960
The Campus Cove	416-736-5995
Campus Photo	416-736-5520
CIMS Pharmacy	416-736-5272
Company's Coming Bakery Café	416-650-0191
Data Integrity Computers	416-736-5993
Falafel Hut Restaurant	416-736-5767
The General Store	416-661-8382
The Great Canadian Bagel	416-736-5555
Indian Flavours Restaurant	416-663-2666
Inkblotz Cards & Novelties	416-736-5911
InStyle Jeanswear	416-736-5505
Klik's Beauty Centre	416-661-3150
LA Music Outlet	416-739-6505
Mangia Mangia Italian Eatery	416-736-9484
Metro Credit Union	416-252-5621
Optical Elegance	416-736-5498
Sakura Japanese Foods	416-736-5471
Second Cup	416-736-5359
Senate Travel	416-661-0661
Taco Villa	416-736-5445
Tastes	416-736-5952
Telecom York	416-650-8055
The Tree of Life	416-663-4411
York Lanes Health Centre	416-736-5525
The York Shop	416-736-5551
York University Bookstore	416-736-5024
Government of Ontario	Kiosk
Telecom York	Kiosk

Four automatic teller machines are provided by the Toronto Dominion Bank in Central Square.

Applications for information/charitable booths in Central Square may be obtained from the Office of Student Affairs, Room 103 Central Square; telephone 416-736-5144.

York University, through the School of Kinesiology and Health Science, has developed programs in both sport and recreation, aimed at offering opportunities across the broad continuum of physical activity to all students. Programs are designed to allow individuals to select appropriate levels of physical activity participation and, where possible, personal development, wellness and/or leadership opportunities to meet their individual needs and aspirations.

Students have not only the opportunity to participate in sport and recreation activities at York, but become involved in the planning, organizing and implementation of programs, either as a volunteer, coop student or part-time employee. The University also encourages students to take advantage of the exciting environment generated through Sport and Recreation at York by attending events held on campus throughout the season.

The interuniversity sport program is an integral part of the University's educational mission and complements the potential for personal growth that the York experience fosters. All full-time students are welcome to try out for any of the 29 interuniversity teams offered by Sport York. Sport programs give student athletes the opportunity for skill development and the pursuit of excellence through qualified coaching and competitive schedules.

A Proud and Growing Tradition - For more than 30 years, the York University Yeomen and Yeowomen have been making their mark on the Canadian sport scene. Provincial and national team titles, combined with numerous athletes and coaches who participate on many of Canada's national teams, attest to the success of York University.

Coaches - The coaching staff at York is composed of experienced, highly qualified and dedicated professionals, many of whom hold full-time positions within the University. A majority of our coaches also hold leadership positions in provincial and national sport organizations and are experts in their field of coaching. These individuals are dedicated to the attainment of the student athletes' potential in the sport and in the classroom.

Varsity Teams - York University offers the opportunity to participate at the highest level of university competition. In Ontario, universities compete in each sport for the provincial championship title within the Ontario University Athletics (OUA). Nationally, York competes within Canadian Interuniversity Sport (CIS).

Men's Teams - badminton, baseball, basketball, cross country, fencing, football, ice hockey, rugby, soccer, swimming, tennis, track and field, volleyball and water polo.

Women's Teams - badminton, basketball, cross country, fencing, field hockey, ice hockey, indoor hockey, lacrosse, rugby, soccer, swimming, tennis, track and field, volleyball and water polo.

An important dimension of the total educational experience is the participation in physical activity. The Recreation York program provides an opportunity for the University community to participate in a wide range of activities including intramural sport competitions, fitness/lifestyle and instructional classes, sport clubs and casual recreation. The aim of the program is to provide activities that meet the individual needs, interests and abilities of York students. Registered students may enrol free of charge in most Recreation York programs (space permitting).

Intramural Sports - A variety of individual and team activities are offered at both a competitive and recreational level. Men's, women's and coed teams compete in 24 league/tournament sports and six special events ranging from ice hockey, badminton and ultimate frisbee to flag football and volleyball. Join a team from your college or form your own team with a group of university friends.

Fitness/Lifestyle and Instructional Classes - For the fitness enthusiast, 31 classes are offered each week. Several different levels of step classes, total body conditioning, cardio tae boxing and hi/lo are among the variety of fitness classes available. For those with other special interests, instructional courses are offered in the areas of martial arts, dance, aquatics, relaxation and sports like tennis, skating and squash (for an additional charge).

Sport Clubs - For those who would like to join other members of the York community in an activity or sport that may not be offered at either the interuniversity or intramural level, there is a sport club program. Squash, cricket, table tennis and curling are a few of the many clubs waiting to welcome new members.

Casual Recreation - For those who like to swim, run, skate, play tennis or squash, or work out, there are many casual recreational opportunities for the person who enjoys the flexibility of self-directed physical activity. Of particular interest is the Tait McKenzie Fitness Centre, featuring exercise machines and free weights, and staffed by qualified fitness personnel who can assist with equipment use and provide exercise prescription. There are also casual use times set aside in facilities such as the gymnasium and the ice rink for pick-up hockey, skating, badminton, basketball, volleyball, indoor soccer, table tennis, outdoor tennis and squash.

York University offers state-of-the-art sport and recreation facilities and amenities. At the Keele campus, the Tait McKenzie Centre serves as the centre of activity. For outdoor events, the York Stadium is the main attraction. The University also serves as the home of the City of Toronto Track and Field Centre, the National Tennis Centre and the Beatrice Ice Gardens. At the Proctor Field House on the Glendon campus, a variety of facilities and amenities are also available, including a newly upgraded gymnasium and unique walking/hiking trails that lead to local parks.

Keele Campus - stadium, four gymnasia, four studios, six squash courts, five sport playing fields, three softball fields, nine outdoor tennis courts, ice arena, swimming pool, a fitness centre with 29 cardio machines, selectorized machines and free weights and a Sport Injury Clinic.

Plus - Beatrice Ice Gardens at York University (six rinks, dry-land training facilities), City of Toronto Track and Field Centre at York University (indoor and outdoor), National Tennis Centre (ten outdoor summer courts and four indoor winter courts).

Glendon Campus - two gymnasia, five squash courts, swimming pool, fitness studio, weight room, indoor golf driving range, three outdoor tennis courts, softball diamond, playing field, walking/hiking trails.

Many services, activities and programs that help shape the environment which supports study and learning at the University are coordinated through the Office of Student Affairs. The office aims to improve the quality of campus life and serve the non-academic needs of the student body.

Student Affairs operates an information counter where students may obtain campus maps, classroom locations, local public transit schedules, general information and assistance with University rules and regulations. The office maintains a directory of on-campus student clubs and organizations and offers promotional resources and support for student groups, as well as a resource library on a variety of student-related issues. Emergency support is an additional service which the Office of Student Affairs provides. The office also assists with the allocation of clubs' tables in the Central Square Vari Link area. Any issue which is of interest or concern to students is important to the Office of Student Affairs.

The Office of Student Affairs also houses the Off-Campus Housing Service, and the University Complaint Centre. We are located at 103 Central Square, 416-736-5144; TDD 416-736-5940.

Student or college governments take different forms in each of the colleges but have the same general goal - to serve their student members using funds made available to them each year, and to represent their interests in a variety of dealings with the University Faculties, service offices and departments, both academic and administrative.

York Federation of Students/Fédération des Étudiant(e)s de York (YFS/FÉY)

The York Federation of Students is dedicated to the representation and support of the student movement at York University. It is a democratic, non-profit, service-oriented organization committed to working towards a university environment wherein members of the federation (all undergraduate students) can pursue academic excellence as well as personal and social growth free from all forms of discrimination and harassment.

The federation is committed to universally accessible postsecondary education and rejects all impediments to postsecondary education including, but not limited to, financial constraints through tuition fees, residence costs, streaming and discrimination based upon gender, race, sexual orientation, class, religion, colour, ethnicity, nationality, geographic location, state of health or age.

In its quest, the federation strives for the highest quality of postsecondary education available. It supports student organizations, on and off campus, which promotes its stated principle.

The federation offers many services, including a health plan, a student datebook, a courtesy phone, 5¢ photocopies and free International Student Identity Cards and Student Saver Cards.

The federation is located in Room 336 in the Student Centre, 416-736-5324. Come and visit for more information.

There are 16 recognized student governments within the York University community: 14 within the colleges and Faculties of the University and a "federation" - York Federation of Students/Fédération des étudiant(e)s de York - which is a central student government representing all students in the Faculties of Arts, Fine Arts, Education, Pure and Applied Science, and undergraduate students of the Schulich School of Business as full members. Students of Glendon College and Atkinson Faculty of Liberal and Professional Studies are associate members. These latter units, as well as the Faculty of Education, the Faculty of Fine Arts, and the Legal and Literary Society (Osgoode) also have their own student governments. At the graduate level, the student governments are the Graduate Students Association, the Graduate Business Council, and the Graduate Environmental Studies Students Association. Each of these organizations collects an annual levy from its members to finance its activities and programs. Student societies receive over one million dollars of support in this way. Annual elections within each unit provide the executive officer group which is responsible for the administration and accounting for these funds. Many of these organizations publish newspapers and newsletters to inform their members about their services and programs.

Twelve student organizations receive annual levies from their constituents: Excalibur Publications, CHRY North York Community Radio, Community and Legal Aid Services Program (CLASP), ProTem, Theatre Glendon, OPIRG (refundable), Glendon Women's Centre, York Women's Centre (refundable), the Atkinson Essay Service (Atkinson students only), Cafe de la Terrasse (Glendon students only), SASSL (refundable) and WUSC (refundable). These organizations are subject to the same financial reporting requirements as student governments.

Constitutions and financial reports of these councils are public documents and are available through the Office of Student Affairs, or the office of the individual council.

The participation of students in the governance of the University is an important element in effective decision making and policy development at York University. Students are entitled to participate as full voting members on the Board of Governors, the University Senate, Faculty Councils and other bodies. The system of governance established by the York University Act is bicameral, with two central governing bodies: the Board of Governors and the Senate. Decision-making powers are divided and/or shared among the Chancellor, the President, the Board and the Senate and some of these powers are delegated to or shared with other bodies.

The Board of Governors. The Board of Governors is vested by the York Act with authority for the "government, conduct, management and control of the University and of its property, revenues, expenditures, business and affairs". The board consists of 30 members in addition to the President and the Chancellor. There are two designated seats on the board for students. By agreement of the board and the Student Senator Caucus, the selection of one student nominee each year has been done through a process of popular election among registered York University students, usually held in the spring. Upon election, the student's nomination must be confirmed by the Student Senator Caucus and recommended to the board. The term of office is two years. The board conducts much of its business through committees such as the Finance, Property and Staff Resources Committee, the Academic Resources Committee, the Audit Committee, the Student Relations Committee, the Investment Committee and the University Advancement Committee.

The Senate. The senate is responsible for the academic policy of the University, including the recommendation to establish new Faculties and colleges, admission standards, student aid policies, the establishment of degrees and diplomas and the structure and content of all academic programs. It is composed of the Chancellor, the President, the Chair and representatives of the Board of Governors, Vice-Presidents, Deans, Department Chairs and elected faculty members from each Faculty with some representation from other groups both inside and outside the University. Students are elected to the senate through their Faculty Councils and in numbers which reflect the relative size of the Faculty in the University. Student representation on Senate constitutes 15 per cent of the total number of senate seats and elections are conducted each March. Students are represented on all senate committees, examples of which include Executive; Tenure and Promotion; Senate Appeals; Academic Policy and Planning; Curriculum and Academic Standards; Library; Admissions, Recruitment and Student Assistance; and Research (http://www.yorku.ca/secretariat/senate/index.htm).

Faculty Councils. York University consists of 10 Faculties and each has a Faculty Council which is responsible for making decisions on the variety of matters affecting the curriculum and academic policies of the Faculty. Each Faculty Council is a committee of senate and has, in turn, a number of council committees on which students sit as members. More details on the specific structure and student participation in a Faculty Council may be obtained through the office of the secretary of the council in your Faculty.

The Council of Masters. One student is named by the combined college councils to join the Council of Masters.

Other Advisory Committees. There are a number of University departments and services which receive advice and recommendations throughout each year from advisory committees on which students have a voice. The precise mechanisms whereby students may join these committees varies, and further information about membership and terms of reference may be obtained from the office named in brackets after the advisory committee.

Other Participation. Students also are entitled to participate on decision-making or advisory bodies at other levels in the University, e.g. in individual academic departments, most of which have formal departmental councils consisting of faculty and students. As well, students are entitled to membership on residence councils and on committees established by their college or Faculty-based student government.

General questions about student participation in university governance should be directed to the University Secretariat.

Why walk alone? The primary role of York's Student Security Escort Service is to provide safer movement after dark for campus students, faculty and staff. Student security officers will meet you at campus bus stops, parking lots, buildings and residences; escort you to your campus destination; wait with you for buses, cabs, or until your vehicle starts. All requests will be accommodated by either foot, bicycle and/or van escorts. A complimentary service provided to the York community by Parking and Transportation Services, the Escort Service operates daily during the academic year (September to April) from 6 pm to 2 am, and during the summer months from 8 pm to 2 am. For more information, please call the Student Security Office at 416-736-5454 or ext. 55454.

Parking and Transportation Services offers a complimentary Glendon-Keele Shuttle Service for the York community. Tickets from the bookstore are no longer required. For further information please call 416-736-5335 (or 416-736-5454 from 6:00 p.m. to 12:00 a.m.).

For schedule details and any additional information about the Glendon-Keele Shuttle please visit http://www.csbo.yorku.ca/.

The TTC operates 12 bus services to the Keele campus: York University 196 (express), York University 106 (local), Keele 41, Keele 41B, Keele 41C, Jane 35, Jane 35E, Steeles West 60B, Steeles West 60C, Steeles West 60F, Keele North 107D, and Keele North 107F.

York University 196 is an express bus service linking the Downsview subway station and the Keele campus.

The Steeles West 60B service connects the Finch subway station with the northern boundary of the campus and runs as far west as Martingrove, while the Steeles West 60C and 60F bus runs through the core of the campus by the Student Centre/York Lanes. The Finch West 36 connects Finch station with the York University 106 route.

The York University 106 bus provides a direct link between the Keele campus and Downsview subway station, the terminus of the Spadina subway line. This service, which intersects Finch West 36 bus route, and from which transfers may be made to the Steeles West 60 bus, uses Pond Rd. and Ian MacDonald Blvd. (the campus ring road) with stops adjacent to main buildings on campus.

The Jane 35E (express) comes onto the campus. The Jane 35 will travel from Steeles, along Murray Ross Parkway and Shoreham (Black Creek Pioneer Village) before exiting the campus to Jane St. The Jane 35A and 35C do not come on to campus but do stop at the Shoreham entrance on the west side of the campus.

The Keele 41, 41B, 41C come into campus via the main Keele Street entrance. It will travel along Ian MacDonald Blvd. before exiting on Founders Rd. to Steeles Ave.

The Keele 107D and 107F come into campus. Keele North 107, 107B and 107C bus runs between Downsview subway station and Major Mackenzie Drive, and passes the University entrance along Keele St.

There is Saturday and Sunday service on all of the above routes except for York University 106E. Details concerning the designated routes and holiday service can be obtained from TTC Information at 416-393-4636. TTC route maps are available from subway ticket booths, the Office of Student Affairs, 103 Central Square and the Parking and Transportation Services Office (in the East Office Building). Also check out the City of Toronto's Web site http://www.ttc.ca and York University's transportation Web site http://www.ssp.yorku.ca/transportation/.

York University express buses connect Oakville GO station, Square One in Mississauga, Bramalea GO station, York University, Yonge Street (at Langstaff Road), Langstaff GO station (on the street), Bayview Avenue and Unionville GO station. The service runs express via Highways 403, 410 and 407.

Full-time students may buy a student 10-ride ticket or monthly pass only if they have a valid GO Transit student ID card. Applications are available in the Office of the Registrar, West Office Building (WOB). You can buy GO tickets and passes on campus at Inkblotz in York Lanes or at any GO rail station or bus terminal. Single-ride tickets are available from our bus driver.

There are two express buses available to bring commuters in from the Woodbridge and Thornhill areas.

Route 8 - New Westminster bus service will pick up passengers at designated transit stops along the route in the Thornhill area and operate express service along Steeles Avenue except for a stop at Dufferin Street.

Route 10 - Woodbridge bus service will pick up passengers at designated transit stops along the route in the Woodbridge area and operate express service along Steeles Avenue except for a stop at Weston Road.

These direct services are provided at a single fare. Students are able to purchase tickets and passes at Inkblotz in York Lanes or at any ticket agent in Vaughan, Markham or Richmond Hill. Free transfers can be made with public transit buses in Vaughan or north of Steeles with a valid transfer.

Commuters that live near each other and share a common destination form the simplest and most common "carpool" arrangement. Carpooling is an ideal cost saving arrangement, particularly for those individuals who commute long distances to and from school/work each day and have limited access to public transit and few transportation options available to them.

Carpooling is a simple way for students to save money, reduce congestion and conserve energy along the way. Students considering carpooling as an alternate means of commuting should log on to the Internet-based carpool ride-matching system offered by the Black Creek Regional Transportation Management Association.

York is a large and complex institution and, through the course of your studies, you may encounter difficulties where expert advice and assistance are needed. Assistance with non-academic concerns is available from the University Complaint Centre or one of the many designated complaint officers representing each college, Faculty and the library. Complaints may also be directed to special centres such as the Centre for Race and Ethnic Relations and the Sexual Harassment Education and Complaint Centre (SHEACC).

For more information, contact: York University Complaint Centre, 103 Central Square; telephone 416-736-5144.

VAN GO is a new service designed to assist persons with disabilities with their transportation needs in and around Keele's campus, in a newly acquired wheelchair-accessible van. This service is a joint effort between Parking and Transportation Services and the Office of Student Affairs, in consultation with ABLE York. The service will run from 8 am to 10 pm, Monday to Friday.

We provide direct services to women and trans-identified individuals who would like support finding housing, going though the legal system and York University offices.

We are funded by York students and are driven by staff and non-staff collective members and a large group of volunteer who are committed to making the Centre a reliable resource for services to women and trans-identified individuals and for activism at York and in the broader community.

The York Women's Centre is located in 322 Student Centre. For further information, call 416-736-2100 ext. 33484, or e-mail us at ywc5@hotmail.com.

Internationalization is a strategic academic priority of York University. As the international education office of the University, York International works collaboratively and pro-actively with faculty, students, staff and institutions and governments both locally and abroad to form strategic partnerships:

The office also maintains an International Resource Centre that includes multimedia information on universities worldwide and study and work abroad opportunities. The centre is located at 107 Vanier College, and is open Tuesdays, Thursdays and Fridays from 10 am to 3 pm.

York International is located at 108 Vanier College, and can be reached via telephone at 416-736-5177, via e-mail at yiinfo@yorku.ca and on the Internet at http://international.yorku.ca/.