Student Voices

Get the inside view on student life at York.

Tag: societies

  • A Guide to Student Events at York

    Being a student at the University of York comes with an amazing social calendar! Before I started, I didn’t know about all the different events on offer, so this blog…

  • Student Life at York

    Student Life at York

    Hi there, I’m Frankie, and I recently finished my first year at the University of York. There are so many things I’ve loved about York, but one of the biggest…

  • Growing Through Volunteering and Leadership at York

    Growing Through Volunteering and Leadership at York

    When I started studying Biomedical Science at the University of York, I knew I wanted to make the most of my university experience beyond academics. Throughout my time at York,…

  • Your Wellbeing Toolkit: Looking After Yourself at Uni

    Your Wellbeing Toolkit: Looking After Yourself at Uni

    Student life is demanding. Deadlines stack up, finances loom, social calendars fill fast… Wellbeing and looking after yourself at uni is paramount. Wellbeing isn’t just one thing or fix; it’s…

  • A Queer Students Guide to the Department of Biology

    A Queer Students Guide to the Department of Biology

    My name is Fran and I am a queer student studying Biomedical sciences. As a student ambassador for the Department of Biology I am often asked what life is like…

  • From a Small Island to a Global Classroom: Finding My Voice at York

    From a Small Island to a Global Classroom: Finding My Voice at York

    My name is Sara-Lou Morgan-Walker, a Jamaican Chevening Scholar, currently studying MA Social and Public Policy. I’m also the 2025 School for Business and Society Postgraduate School Rep.

  • Studying a Joint-Honours Degree at York: From a History/Economics student’s perspective

    Studying a Joint-Honours Degree at York: From a History/Economics student’s perspective

    Hello! My name is Eleanor and I’m a first year student studying History and Economics at the University of York. If you’re considering studying a joint honours degree, I’ve written…

  • What I Wish I Knew Before Studying Social Policy at York

    What I Wish I Knew Before Studying Social Policy at York

    When I’m working open days as an ambassador for the School for Business and Society in the Church Lane Building, the one thing that’s always asked is…

  • What I Didn’t Expect from the Transition from College to University

    Mind the gap Starting university felt like a huge step up from college. Everyone tells you it’s a big change, but there were still lots of things I didn’t fully…

  • Joining University after a Gap Year

    Joining University after a Gap Year

    Hi! My name is Rosie (she/her), and I am a second-year undergraduate studying English at the University of York! I was a bit anxious about joining university after taking a…

  • Why York: the best of both worlds for campus and city life

    Why York: the best of both worlds for campus and city life

    By a Second-Year Business and Management Student When I began searching for universities, I sought more than just a degree. As a prospective Business and Management student, I sought the…

  • How I Looked After My Wellbeing at York

    As an International student coming from Korea to York, navigating mental health, finances, career opportunities and finding friends.