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Mary Luckhurst
York academic wins prestigious international scholarship

Posted on Friday 25 May 2012

A University of York Professor of Drama is one of the first academics in the country to be awarded an international scholarship under a new scheme launched by the Higher Education Academy.


Brown Argus. Credit: Jim Asher, Butterfly Conservation
Gourmet butterflies speed north

Posted on Thursday 24 May 2012

A new study led by scientists in the Department of Biology at the University of York has shown how a butterfly has changed its diet, and consequently has sped northwards in response to climate change.


David Blunkett
MP David Blunkett debates Labour's future

Posted on Thursday 24 May 2012

Former Home Secretary the Rt Hon David Blunkett MP will discuss the future of the British Labour Party at a public lecture at the University of York next week.



Festival of Ideas 2012 

York Festival of Ideas 2012

14th to 30th June

York Festival of Ideas brings together a range of world-class speakers, exhibitions, performances and a host of stimulating and interactive experiences for people of all ages, including York residents and visitors to the city.

Visit the Festival website for programme details and features »

University magazine – April/May 2012

April/May 2012 magazine cover

Featuring:

  • Nocturnal celebrations for York's Gamelan
  • York chefs get a taste of China
  • Interview with economist Diane Coyle
  • News and events from across the University

Read the April/May 2012 issue

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Public lectures

Wed
30
May

The white bull and blue skies: Rethinking the Art History curriculum after Old Europe

An Art History lecture discussing the end of 'the Old Europe'.

Wed
30
May

Where now for Labour?

The Rt Hon David Blunkett MP will deliver the 2012 School of Social and Political Sciences Lecture on the topic 'Where now for Labour?'.

Full list of public lectures

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