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News archive: Community press releases 2025

24 December 2025

A piece of television history has been discovered in the archives of the University of York, shedding new light on the nation’s favourite rag-and-bone men.

12 December 2025

The complete works of Ray Galton and Alan Simpson – the duo credited with inventing the British sitcom – have been secured by the University of York, ensuring the collection remains accessible to the public.

9 December 2025

From a national award for community engagement to international film awards, the University of York is celebrating a year of accolades that recognise our collective commitment to inclusivity, creativity and the public good.

27 November 2025

The University of York has announced a major new partnership with NatWest to drive regional economic growth and empower a new generation of innovators.

17 November 2025

The University of York Mumbai has appointed Amrita Sadarangani as its Chief Academic Services Officer.

14 November 2025

The University of York has partnered with the Chinese Service Centre for Scholarly Exchange (CSCSE) to offer international students a new route to complete an undergraduate degree in the UK.

20 October 2025

Vice-Chancellor of the University of York, Professor Charlie Jeffery, has been appointed as the new Chair of Yorkshire Universities.

20 October 2025

Professor Lindsay Oades has been appointed the new Provost for the University of York Mumbai.

9 October 2025

The University of York is bringing its landmark geothermal project to the community with a series of drop-in sessions, culminating in a public lecture on World Geothermal Awareness Day.

14 August 2025

York has been named Community University of the Year in celebration of its award-winning Festival of Ideas.

18 June 2025

The University’s Quality Mark from The National Network for the Education of Care Leavers (NNECL) has been renewed, recognising the University’s ongoing commitment and expertise in supporting estranged students and those with care experience.

16 June 2025

The University of York has been reaccredited as a “University of Sanctuary” in recognition of the work of its staff and students in welcoming forced migrants into the community and promoting a culture of inclusion.

22 May 2025

Two York professors have been elected Fellows of the Academy of Medical Sciences in recognition of their achievements in the fields of stem cell biology and orthopaedic surgery.

21 May 2025

The outstanding contributions made by University of York students to the wider community have been recognised at an awards night.

23 April 2025

A biodegradable material which has the potential to transform the global fight against plastic pollution has been created by a University of York student.