News and information for all postgraduate researchers at the University of York.
Starting a research project and not sure where to begin recruiting participants? Join the GSA for their next Survey Swap Social – a monthly collaborative space where you can share your survey, support your peers, and enjoy a well earned drink and cake! Upcoming sessions include: Register your interest now.
The GSA are recruiting two Events and Communications Coordinators on a part-time basis. Apply by Thursday 25 May. The posts are for candidates excited at the idea of building student engagement through both events, activities and greater outreach to the student body. The posts are 0.4 FTE (14.8 hours per working week) until 31 May … Continue reading GSA Events and Communications Coordinator job opportunity
Our two Students’ Unions are coming together to form one student-led and student-focusedUnion and YUSU and GSA want your thoughts – including suggestions for a new name! Let us know what you want from a new Students’ Union and be in with a chance of winning £100.
Sabbatical Officers lead your postgraduate union and represent postgrads in meetings with the University. Becoming a Sabbatical Officer is one of the most rewarding and fulfilling experiences you can have. Positions available are: Nominations close on Friday 12 May at 3pm Check out the GSA Elections page for more information, or to nominate yourself.
Free Postgraduate Sports Sessions are back this week, with the exception of swimming. And this week there’s no need to book! As always, sessions are completely free and all equipment is provided. Badminton – Thursday at 1:30 to 3pm – York Sport Arena, Campus WestTennis – Thursday at 4 to 5 pm – York Sport … Continue reading GSA Postgrad Free Sport
The GSA are recruiting a part-time Student Voice and Democracy Assistant to assist the Student voice and Representation Manager in ensuring high quality student representation exists within the GSA. Key responsibilities are: It’s a part-time position available for 10 hours per week at a rate of £10.50 per hour. Application deadline: Thursday 20 April 2023 … Continue reading GSA job opportunity: Part-time Student Voice and Democracy Assistant
The second meeting of the PGR Forum will be on Tuesday 21 February 2023. The PGR Forum brings together the York Graduate Research School (YGRS), the Graduate Students’ Association (GSA) and PGR academic reps, providing an opportunity for: Get involved Please contact your PGR academic rep ASAP if there are any areas that you’d like … Continue reading PGR Forum: contact your academic rep with any issues
What could you do with £1000? The GSA is offering funding of £1000 for at least four community building projects designed to specifically benefit the postgraduate student community. Applications are welcome from individual students, networks and societies, and University of York staff members. Previous examples of projects include: Find out more on the GSA website
Created in collaboration with YuFund, the Postgraduate Events Hardship Fund is for postgraduates who are struggling to attend GSA events due to financial constraints. Apply to the Postgraduate Events Hardship Fund. This funding is specifically relating to events – if you are struggling financially, please see support and advice on our cost of living hub.
Being a Network Coordinator is one of the most enjoyable parts of being a student at the University of York. Networks are social groups exclusively for postgraduate students, designed around specific themes. And Network Coordinators are the volunteers in charge, each with a £500 budget to spend throughout the academic year. Our Networks include PhD … Continue reading GSA: Become a Network Coordinator