Research Assistant (Part-time): Diversity and Inclusion in Informal Learning Spaces

Diversity and Inclusion in Informal Learning Spaces in the Videogame Industry is a new project funded by the University of York (ESRC IAA) Social Science Enterprise Scheme (SSES). This project is carried out as a part of the SIGN (Screen Industries Growth Network) project which is a new initiative launched by the University of York in partnership with … Continue reading Research Assistant (Part-time): Diversity and Inclusion in Informal Learning Spaces

Submit an event idea for the York Festival of Ideas 2021

York Festival of Ideas is returning in June 2021 to educate, entertain and inform with a diverse programme of mostly free events. As well as activities, the Festival team are looking for accessible and intriguing online talks relating to staff and students’ research and expertise. Submission deadline: Wednesday 9 December 2020 Find out more and submit … Continue reading Submit an event idea for the York Festival of Ideas 2021

Unlock your potential in lockdown

Whether you want to develop your CV or are looking for part-time work or internships, Careers and Placements have the tool to help. Handshake is an online tool that connects you with recruiting employers, job vacancies, careers events and more. Handshake is the place to: view live job vacancies and volunteering opportunities message and book … Continue reading Unlock your potential in lockdown

Two new guides to co-producing research with the public

With funding from the Wellcome Trust and the University via the Centre for Future Health (CFH), two new guides to co-producing research with the public have been created. Guide to Co-production with the Public for ResearchersThis reference manual for researchers covers everything from underpinning principles, to techniques and methods, through to handling the practicalities and ethics … Continue reading Two new guides to co-producing research with the public

Teach with The York Management School

New Graduate Teaching Assistant roles are currently being advertised, presenting an opportunity to gain early career learning and teaching experience. The York Management School would like to invite applications to the position of GTA as part of the team delivering Undergraduate-level content for the following modules: E MarketingUnder the supervision of the module leader and … Continue reading Teach with The York Management School

Make the most of lockdown life

From finding different places to study for a change of scene to taking the chance to get active, we’ve put together a short guide on making the most of now. Make the most of lockdown life

Christmas card competition: Win an iPad!

Design a Christmas card for a chance to win an iPad! Draw, photograph or digitally create a Christmas card and the winning design, chosen by Vice-Chancellor Charlie Jeffery, will be printed and sold on campus and the winner receive an iPad! Why not theme your design around university life, York’s amazing campus and wildlife, or … Continue reading Christmas card competition: Win an iPad!

Rapid results Covid testing – interested?

Planning to travel for the Christmas break? We are putting plans in place to help you do so safely. We will offer rapid results Covid testing on campus by the end of November and would like to get an early indication of how many tests we will need. Tell us if you are interested in … Continue reading Rapid results Covid testing – interested?

Claim your free breakfast sandwich

We’re giving away #UoYLockdownLoot! Claim your free breakfast sandwich and hot drink – available over the next two weekends. The offer is open to all students, whether you live on campus or not. Complete the order form now: Free breakfast sandwich

Emergency Student Support Fund reopens

The Emergency Student Support Fund has reopened – the first application deadline is Tuesday 17 November 2020. The Emergency Student Support Fund (ESSF) aims to provide short-term financial support for the unanticipated needs of York students caused or exacerbated by the COVID-19 pandemic. Students can apply for a maximum of £500 of non-repayable funding. All … Continue reading Emergency Student Support Fund reopens