News archive: Community press releases 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.
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.
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.
The University of York has announced a major new partnership with NatWest to drive regional economic growth and empower a new generation of innovators.
The University of York Mumbai has appointed Amrita Sadarangani as its Chief Academic Services Officer.
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.
Vice-Chancellor of the University of York, Professor Charlie Jeffery, has been appointed as the new Chair of Yorkshire Universities.
Professor Lindsay Oades has been appointed the new Provost for the University of York Mumbai.
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.
York has been named Community University of the Year in celebration of its award-winning Festival of Ideas.
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.
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.
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.
The outstanding contributions made by University of York students to the wider community have been recognised at an awards night.
A biodegradable material which has the potential to transform the global fight against plastic pollution has been created by a University of York student.