York International advances York’s internationalization by offering quality services and programs for international students, creating global learning opportunities (student exchanges, summer courses, internships, placements and research opportunities) for degree seeking students and facilitating global partnerships for York. York International contributes to enhancing the academic and research experience of students and faculty, supporting student success and enhancing York’s global engagement.
York International provides York University's community of nearly 6,000 international students (academic years: 2015-16, 2014-15, 2013-14) services and programs designed to ease their transition to life in Canada and at York, to help them succeed academically, and prepare them for graduation and beyond. York International provides assistance with employment and immigration matters related to international student status. Additionally, York International offers programs to connect international students with domestic students through their Peer Program.
York International also provides many opportunities for domestic and international students to enhance their global knowledge and skills both at home and abroad during their program of study. Students can study on exchange at more than 250 universities across the globe, participate in a global internship, summer abroad course, practicum placement, or fieldwork opportunity. A Letter of Recognition of International Experience is provided to document students’ achievements abroad.
Team York International
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Vinitha Gengatharan Executive Director |
(416) 736-2100 x 22566 vinithag@yorku.ca |
International Student and Scholar Services
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Woo Kim Director, International Student & Scholar Services |
(416) 736-2100 x 33639 wookim@yorku.ca |
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Amy Ahn International Student Advisor and Immigration Specialist (on leave to Aug 2022) |
(416) 736-2100 x 70650 amyahn@yorku.ca |
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Mayoori Malankov Immigration & International Student Advisor |
mayoori@yorku.ca |
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Samantha Yan Immigration & International Student Advisor |
(416) 736-2100 x 20455 samyan@yorku.ca |
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Kelly Chen International Student Program Assistant |
(416) 736-2100 x 77329 chkelly@yorku.ca |
International Partnerships and Programs
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Helen Balderama Director, Global Engagement Programs & Partnerships |
(416) 736-2100 x 70326 helencb@yorku.ca |
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Ashley Laracy, MA Associate Director, Global Learning |
(416) 736-5177 alaracy@yorku.ca |
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Luke Li International Partnerships Officer |
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Sara Jane Campbell Safety Abroad Program Manager
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safetyabroad@yorku.ca sarajcam@yorku.ca |
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Recep Demir, Ph.D Global Learning Coordinator |
416 736 5177 recep@yorku.ca |
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Kathleen Meagher Global Learning Coordinator |
goglobal@yorku.ca |
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Eugene Paik Database Officer |
eep123@yorku.ca |
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Sharon Sammy Administrative Secretary |
(416) 736-2100 x 44093 ssammy@yorku.ca |
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Administrative Assistant (TBC) |
