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Undergraduate Political Science Council at York University Students are often invited to events where valuable networking takes place.
We are committed to ensuring the active participation of York University students in various political science affairs and activities that take place both on and off of campus. York University hosts one of the most dynamic and diverse Political Science Departments in all of Canada; specializing in streams that focus on Public Policy and Administration, Global
Political Studies, and International Development. It is the duty of the UPSC to bridge the link between scholarly studies and extracurricular activities. The UPSC hosts a variety of events each year that are intended to address the interests and needs of political science students, such as conferences, movie nights, networking socials, trips....etc. We also host guest speakers, current former and emerging political, public servants and business leaders to provide us the words of wisdom and knowledge on how to better our community and the world. Our intention is for students to expand their network of friends and to engage in discussions of a political nature. Senior level students are encouraged to mentor and provide advice to first and second-year students on course selection, concepts, post-graduate information, and other important matters. Political Science is a difficult major so the more friends you have to rely on, the better you will perform. Many of the UPSC Executives and Councilors are contributing members of current political parties, clubs, and organizations. Through joining the UPSC you will be opening up a wealth of opportunities that will guide you in your future and academic career. If you are an undergraduate student who is looking to understand the exciting world of politics, then be sure to join the Undergraduate Political Science Council. Political Science is much more than a major. It is a multi-faceted career option and networking forum that is exciting, challenging and rewarding. A wide spectrum of careers exists for those who pursue a career in political science and politics. Many political science graduates have continued to show great success in Canada’s Municipal, Provincial and Federal Public Service sector such as the Department of Foreign Affairs and International Trade (DFAIT), Department of Defence (DND). Some York political science graduates have gone on to serve in Canadian Embassies, the United Nations, and other non-governmental organizations. Feel free to stop by during our office hours at 145 McLaughlin College (beside Country Style) or email us at [email protected] to find out how you can become involved. Also, join us on Facebook (Facebook.com/YORKUPSC) as new members and fresh ideas are always welcome!
07/01/2026
Your sign to join UPSC just dropped. Applications for the 2026–2027 school year are officially OPEN!!. Apply now, we’d love to have you on the team! 🤍❤️ We’re currently hiring for the following volunteer leadership positions:
Events Director (1):
• Plan and organize club events throughout the year.
• Coordinate event logistics (booking spaces, timelines, supplies, etc.).
• Work with other executives to develop creative event ideas.
• Manage event volunteers and ensure events run smoothly.
Communications Associate (1)
• Direct assistant of Director of Communications
• Assist with social media engagement and content creation
Outreach Associate (2):
• Direct assistant of Director of Student Outreach
• Assist with tabling, emails, and communications with other clubs
03/09/2026
Sign up using the QR code or the link in our bio! see you there! ☕️🍃
Tea Creek is a 73-minute documentary that follows Indigenous food sovereignty activist Jacob Beaton, who, in just three years, has transformed his family farm into Tea Creek — an Indigenous Food Sovereignty training centre. The film highlights themes of leadership, social innovation, and community-based entrepreneurship, as Tea Creek works to revive Indigenous agricultural knowledge that historically outperformed colonial farming practices before being erased by colonial systems and residential schools.
Through the growing season, the documentary shows how Tea Creek creates meaningful employment and training pathways for Indigenous youth, while advancing a vision rooted in change, healing, and abundance. It’s very much a story about impact-driven leadership, sustainable systems, and building resilient communities.
02/23/2026
YOU’RE INVITED!
Come join the UPSC for our 30th anniversary Gala Night! 💃🪩
Our Whodunit themed night will be full of mystery, food and fun! 🕵️♀️🌹
Dress Code: Semi-Formal
When: 6th March @ 6pm
Where: FC152 Founder’s Assembly Hall
Sign Up using the link in our bio!
02/18/2026
Join the UPSC for our annual Queen’s Park Tour, featuring former speaker of the house, David William Warner!
Prepare yourself for an afternoon of fun and education, including a tour of Queen’s Park history and architecture, this time with the addition of an art tour, showcasing the largest art collection of any legislature in Canada.
Don’t forget to dress for the occasion and bring your government-issued IDs!
• Date: Saturday, February 28**, 2026
• Time: 12:45 pm EST
• where to meet up? Vari Hall.
• How to sign up? use the link in our bio!
About our guest:
David William Warner represented the
Scarborough-Ellesmere riding in the Ontario
Parliament for 15 years across four terms, and served as the Speaker of the House from 1990-1995, during the Bob Rae NDP government.
In his current role, Warner is both the editor of the Ontario Former Parliamentarians Association (OFPA) magazine and a member of its governing body. His editorial work includes compiling a special 2018 edition on Queen’s Park artists. His extensive community involvement features past service on the boards of the United Nations Association of Canada and Credit Canada Debt Solutions, the presidency of the Canadian Cuban Friendship Association in Toronto, and the chairmanship of the nonprofit counselling agency InCharge Debt Solutions.
02/15/2026
The weather keeping you from locking in? 🥶❄️Join us for our reading week cram session to catch up with our classes and become the academic weapons we were meant to be!📚🙇♀️
01/22/2026
Mark your calendars ! Join us on February 3rd in the McLaughlin lounge for our winter social from 5:30-11. See you there :))
11/24/2025
see you there !
11/08/2025
Meet the esteemed Professors 👨🏫 for our panel on Immigration, Multiculturalism, and Rising Nationalism in Canada! 🇨🇦🌎
Professor Dennis Pilon- Chair of the Department of Politics
Professor Joe Pateman- Assistant Professor of Politics
Professor Jay Ramasubramanyam- Assistant Professor of Social Science
Where: Verney Room, Ross South 638
When: Wednesday, November 12th at 2-4pm
Sign up and submit questions using the link in our bio! 🔗
Immigrants are often blamed for everything from crime to Canada’s housing crisis— but are these claims grounded in reality? Join the UPSC as faculty experts unpack what multiculturalism and national identity truly mean in today’s Canada.
11/05/2025
The UPSC presents: Immigration, Multiculturalism, and Rising Nationalism in Canada: A Professor Panel 🌎🚨🇨🇦
Follow us to find out who the Professors are! 👩🏫👨🏫
Immigrants are often blamed for everything from crime to Canada’s housing crisis— but are these claims grounded in reality? Join the UPSC as faculty experts unpack what multiculturalism and national identity truly mean in today’s Canada.
When: November 12th, 2-4pm
Where: Verney Room, South Ross 638
Sign up and submit questions using the link in our bio 🔗
11/05/2025
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🗞️ The UPSC Newsletter is making its making a come back! Bringing you fresh ideas and bold perspectives
📅 First issue out November 7.
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