Putting your health and safety first
We know that the COVID-19 pandemic has been full of uncertainty and we understand that many students are anxious to get back to campus to see friends, resume in-person classes and get back to ‘a new normal’. We also know that many students may be worried about their health and safety or their ability to travel internationally at this time.
Lassonde is committed to ensuring that students have a safe and positive learning experience. We recognize that the evolving public health situation affects all students differently, and we are ensuring that the health and safety of students remain a priority.
Our Winter 2022 Plans
Lassonde will be adopting a phased approach to return to on-campus and in-person course delivery, with labs in some courses set to begin the week of January 31. See below for more information.
We wanted to ensure that students are prepared for return to campus, know what to expect, know how to access services, and understand the health and safety protocols in place in advance of returning. Please review the content of this page carefully.
Please review the content on this page to see specific course and program information from each of our departments along with a list of helpful resources. We also recommend that students review the “notes” section of each class when selecting their Winter semester courses.
Phased Return Itinerary
- Courses that were previously authorized to provide in-person activities will continue to operate in person.
- All 1000-level and graduate courses originally scheduled to be delivered on campus but temporarily moved to a remote format will return to campus delivery starting Monday, February 7.
- All graduate courses, including those offered together with 4000-level courses, will return to campus starting Monday, February 7.
- All other courses originally scheduled to be delivered on campus this Winter term but temporarily delivered through remote learning will return to campus starting Monday, February 14.
- Instructors of courses approved (see below) for earlier returns should notify their students at least 5 business days in advance of the first on-campus class.
- If a student is unable to come to campus for in-person courses, then they can explore alternative options such as online courses. Should you need further assistance you can speak with a member of our Advising team or Graduate Support Team.
Additional information for students is available at York’s Better Together site.
Back-to-school resources for students such as learning support, financial support, mental health and wellbeing, etc., can be found at York’s Current Students site.
What to Expect: In-person activities
The following courses have been approved to begin (or continue) some in-person LAB and Project-based activities the week of January 31st. The Lecture components of these courses will continue to be delivered remotely until the week of February 14th.
Earth & Space Science & Engineering:
LE/ESSE 2220 3.0
LE/ESSE 3640 3.0
LE/ESSE 4350 6.0
Electrical Engineering & Computer Science:
LE/EECS 4700 3.0 – Select Project Work Only and to be arranged with the Course Director
Engineering:
LE/ENG 4000 6.0 – Select Project Work Only and to be arranged with the Course Directors
Mechanical Engineering:
LE/MECH 2412 3.0
LE/MECH 2502 3.0
For Lassonde students who are taking one of the following Faculty of Science Courses, please note that the lab component will resume on the following dates:
| Course | Lab start week |
| BIOL1000 | 31-Jan |
| CHEM1100 | 31-Jan |
| CHEM2021 | 31-Jan |
| PHYS 1801 | 31-Jan |
| PHYS 2211 | 31-Jan |
| PHYS 1012 | 31-Jan |
What to Expect: Programs
Earth & Space Science & Engineering
Khansa Cheema, Administrative Assistant
By Phone: 416-736-5245
By email: khansa.cheema@lassonde.yorku.ca
By Phone: 416-736-524, ext. 55248
By email: mgaynor@yorku.ca
Electrical Engineering & Computer Science
Civil Engineering
By Phone: 416-736-2100, ext. 55948
By email: theresae@yorku.ca
Gillian Moore, Administrative Assistant (Secondary Contact)
By Phone: 416-736-5925
By email: gmoore@yorku.ca
Make an appointment to speak to us virtually (Requires Zoom):
https://outlook.office365.com/owa/calendar/CivilEngineering1@yuoffice.yorku.ca/bookings/
By Phone: 416-736-5277
By email: sindy.mahal@lassonde.yorku.ca
Mechanical Engineering
By Phone: 416-736-5901
By email: selena.spencer@yorku.ca
Ruth Milton, Administrative Assistant (Secondary Contact)
By Phone: 416-736-2100, ext. 44138
By email: ruth.milton@lassonde.yorku.ca
Make an appointment to speak to us virtually (Requires Zoom): https://outlook.office365.com/owa/calendar/YorkUniversityMechanicalEngineeringDepartment@yuoffice.yorku.ca/bookings/
By Phone: 416-736-2100, ext. 44138
By email: ruth.milton@lassonde.yorku.ca
Student Resources
• Health and Safety remain our top priority and York University has a website dedicated to keeping you informed. Visit the YU Better Together site for more information
• International students concerned about the return to campus can visit York International’s FAQ site.
• Feeling overwhelmed? You’re not alone. We have a variety of resources available to support you. View our support resources on the Student Life page.
• Looking for policies and documents? Check out York’s Senate documentation on the return to campus.
FAQ
When attending campus please be prepared to show your YU Screen Daily Screening Green checkmark. There will be various points when accessing buildings that this will be required. Please do not come to campus if you fail YU Screen or are feeling unwell.
Here is a 3D map of campus: https://map.concept3d.com/?id=1200#!s/?ct/29101,29093
Full Keele campus map: https://maps.info.yorku.ca/files/2013/02/KEELE_Map_Colour.pdf
Bergeron Centre for Engineering Excellence: https://odyssey3d-inc.captur3d.io/view/bergeron/bergeron
• The Sandbox, BRG 220 (excluding the Project Rooms) will be available for students from 7:00 am-9:00 pm Monday-Friday (excluding holidays) when not occupied for academic activities
• BRG 125 will be available from 8:30 am-4:30 pm Monday-Friday (excluding holidays) when not occupied for academic activities
• Remote Access to Engineering Computing Labs
https://remotelab.lassonde.yorku.ca
• EECS Labs Remote Access
https://remotelab.eecs.yorku.ca
The following courses have been approved to begin (or continue) some in-person LAB and Project-based activities the week of January 31. The Lecture components of these courses will continue to be delivered remotely until the week of February 14th.
Earth & Space Science & Engineering:
LE/ESSE 2220 3.0
LE/ESSE 3640 3.0
LE/ESSE 4350 6.0
Electrical Engineering & Computer Science:
LE/EECS 4700 3.0 – Select Project Work Only and to be arranged with the Course Director
Engineering:
LE/ENG 4000 6.0 – Select Project Work Only and to be arranged with the Course Directors
Mechanical Engineering:
LE/MECH 2412 3.0
LE/MECH 2502 3.0
For Lassonde students who are taking one of the following Faculty of Science Courses, please note that the lab component will resume on January 31:
• BIOL1000
• CHEM1100
• CHEM2021
• PHYS 1801
• PHYS 2211
• PHYS 1012
• https://www.library.yorku.ca/web/
• https://www.yorklanesmall.com/
• https://www.yorku.ca/foodservices/eat/central-square-cafeteria/
Per Community Update #71, eating and drinking are no longer permitted in instructional spaces. Community members must follow the University’s mask/face covering protocol while in these spaces.
• Step 2: Every day you come on campus, prior to arriving you must complete the Lassonde Daily Tracking Form and YU Screen and receive a green check mark. If you don’t pass the YU Screen daily check, please follow the instructions within YU Screen and do not come to campus.
As well, the Lassonde Student well-being site provides students quick links to services and supports offered on and off-campus.
Finally, for those requiring mental health support, visit the Student Counselling, Health, & Well-being page for COVID-19 resources.