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New PhD Thrive and Survive Coordinator

We welcome the new PhD Thrive and Survive Coordinator, Estelia BórquezSánchez. If you have ideas for training and wellbeing projects, contact Estelia: eibs500@york.ac.uk Support and wellbeing

Moving from three terms to two semesters – what do you think?

We’re planning to change the way we structure the academic year for taught students at York from three terms (Autumn, Spring and Summer) to two semesters, starting from the academic year 2023/24. We believe this will be better for our students – but we want to know what you think, especially if you are a … Continue reading Moving from three terms to two semesters – what do you think?

Give your feedback in the Postgraduate Research Experience Survey

We are always looking for ways to enhance the learning and supervision experience. To do that, we need your feedback on your experience. The Postgraduate Research Experience Survey (PRES) is the only national survey of postgraduate researchers’ experience. We use the feedback to improve the experience of PGRs. The survey is an opportunity for you … Continue reading Give your feedback in the Postgraduate Research Experience Survey

Take part in our survey to help shape what we say about York

As we develop our University Strategy, we’re exploring different ways of talking in our communications, so we can better connect with you and others. Please could you spare five minutes to let us know the words and messages that best resonate with you? There are three simple questions and you’ll be shown a number of … Continue reading Take part in our survey to help shape what we say about York

Design the new Anne Lister College shield

Be part of York’s history and enter a unique competition to design the shield for the new Anne Lister College, opening September 2021. We’re looking for draft ideas or completed designs. Submit your design by Friday 23 April. Find out more about the Anne Lister College shield competition

Sexual Violence Awareness Week 2021

Get involved with events and activities to mark Sexual Violence Awareness Week. Sexual Violence Awareness Week takes place 1-7 February. The University is hosting a series of online events, information sessions, talks and social media content to raise awareness, educate, inspire and encourage conversation around sexual violence and specialist support services. We would like to … Continue reading Sexual Violence Awareness Week 2021

Library update – services during lockdown

Library services will continue during the lockdown and the main buildings on Campus West will remain open with reduced hours. Find out all the details of what you can do, where you can visit, and how you can help us all stay as safe as possible. Library update – services during lockdown

Rapid results Covid-19 testing available from Sunday 3 January

Rapid asymptomatic testing for students and staff will be available from Sunday 3 January to Friday 5 February. Working with the UK government and the NHS, the University is offering free rapid results covid testing to all asymptomatic students and members of staff on campus. The government recommends that you have two tests, three days … Continue reading Rapid results Covid-19 testing available from Sunday 3 January