University events
Upcoming open lectures
Dr Tony Power will speak about George Walker Milburn whose sculptures and carvings are familiar to the people of York, but who may not know about their creator.
York Central is a massive, ambitious urban regeneration project delivering 2,500 homes and extensive commercial space near York’s historic core.
Join us for a design-filled evening showcasing a range of innovative solutions, behind the scenes tours and a panel discussion by inspiring leaders.
Join us for our annual “Meet the Researchers” event, hosted by the Yorkshire Macular Degeneration Fund at the University of York
Islamic calligraphy evolves from ancient architectural Kufic script to innovative 19th-century Persian experimentation and modern artistic expressions.
This talk explores Dickens’s Venice as a dynamic ‘dream,’ navigating fugue states, sensory overload, and prophetic warnings of environmental loss.
Cameron Cross explores the medieval romance as a global Afro-Eurasian phenomenon, using love narratives to manage cultural differences and borderwork across disparate literary traditions.
Join author Naomi Booth for a reading and discussion of her latest novel, raw content, exploring her award-winning literary career.
York Concerts
University Jazz Band returns to perform the music of the pioneering bandleader, composer and performer Sun Ra. Join them for what promises to be an unforgettable night of music, celebrating one of the most innovative figures in the history of jazz!
Following their thrilling collaboration last season on Bach's B minor Mass, The 24 again unite with dynamic period ensemble Manchester Baroque for a resplendent all-Handel programme, including the Coronation Anthems and Music for the Royal Fireworks.
Join Tangram on a deep exploration of Chinese philosophy and Western classical music in a programme for Chinese and Western instruments that showcases how ancient divination practices have inspired music, ritual and performance for over 1000 years.
Our annual student showcase celebrates the breadth of musical talent from across the University. Join our exceptionally talented student performers as they take you on an exhilarating journey through the history of vocal music!