Student events

York Sport EXCLUSIVE Student Membership deal!

Tuesday 1 September 2026 1am - Monday 5 October 2026 11.59pm

Organiser: Offers and deals
Open to: Everyone

🚨EXCLUSIVE Student Membership deal! 🚨 Kick off your academic year with a 1 year student membership at York Sport!

Forget breaking the bank and save £60 with our fantastic welcome offer!

PLUS you'll get a FREE BUCs UNIversal Gym membership, which means you can hit up over 80 university gyms across the UK at no extra cost. So whether you're heading home during the breaks, or visiting mates at another uni - you can still get your workout in 💪

Even better, our offer is open to ALL students whether it's your first year, third year or beyond.

What are you waiting for? Join us using promo code FRESH26

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Laundry Wash Pass

Tuesday 1 September 2026 1am - Saturday 31 October 2026

Organiser: Offers and deals
Open to: Everyone

Get 36 washes for the price of 30! Pay once and save all year.

You can now purchase 30 washes or dries from Circuit Go, and you’ll receive 6 free washes or dries! You have until 31 October to purchase the exclusive Wash Pass, visit Circuit Go to find our more and make the purchase!

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Shop, Save and Sustain

Wednesday 2 September 2026 1am - Friday 3 September 2027

Organiser: Offers and deals
Open to: Everyone

Save up to 50% on food that would otherwise go to waste in Eat & Drink outlets across campus!

• 15 minutes before lunch service ends, in outlets that offer a hot lunch service, some hot main meals will be discounted by 50%
• 15 minutes before the outlet closes, a select amount of ambient/chilled food will be discounted by 50%
• Grab a hot meal for just £2.80 in multiple outlets on campus from 7.15pm and 7.30pm

Visit our website for more information!

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PSL Season is finally here!🎃

Monday 7 September 2026 - Sunday 8 November 2026

Organiser: Offers and deals
Open to: Everyone

The iconic Pumpkin Spice is back for Autumn. ☕🍂 From now until 8 Nov, get your hands on not just the iconic Pumpkin Spice Latte, but also our Pumpkin Spice Caramel Macchiato served hot or over ice!

Get cosy as we head into the Autumn season, perfect for those crisp campus walks or study breaks in between lectures.. The Pumpkin Spice range is available at both The Link and Piazza Starbucks whilst stocks last.

SPUDRICKE

Saturday 19 September 2026 12pm - Friday 25 September 2026 1.30pm

Organiser: Goodricke
Location: GNU/009 Clarbour Room (Goodricke College)
Open to: Goodricke

SPUDRICKE - JACKET POTATOES FOR ALL STUDENTS

Great York Cake Off

Monday 21 September 2026 - Tuesday 13 October 2026 6pm

Organiser: Eat, Shop And Drink
Location: Vanbrugh Dining
Open to: Everyone

The Great York Cake Off is back!

On your marks, get set… bake! Take part in the Great York Cake Off and help raise money for Stand Up to Cancer and Mentally Fit York.

You can sign up now to enter your bakes in the Great York Cake Off. You can enter as many times as you like with any bake you fancy! Even if you're not a baker, you can still get involved by joining us for all-you-can-eat cake for only £2! What's not to like?

The Cake Off will take place on Tuesday 13 October from 1pm in Vanbrugh Dining.

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New drinks range! 🫐🥤🍒

Monday 21 September 2026 - Monday 5 October 2026

Organiser: Eat, Shop And Drink
Open to: Everyone

New drinks range! 🫐🥤🍒 Try our new drinks in our York Emporium outlets! Try Blueberry Match Latte, Passionfruit Matcha Spritz, Cherry Lemonade and more.

Available in: Hub Cafe, Library Cafe, The Atrium, Vanbrugh Cafe, Derwent Cafe, York Sport Cafe and Roger Kirk Centre Cafe.

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Library Welcome Stand (drop-in)

Monday 21 September 2026 12pm - Friday 2 October 2026 2pm

Organiser: Library and Archives
Location: Harry Fairhurst Building (University Library, Campus West)
Open to: Everyone

For the first two weeks of the semester we'll be running a lunchtime welcome stand in the Library entrance. Drop by to ask us any questions and hear about what the Library has to offer.

The stand will be staffed from 12:00-14:00 every weekday from Monday 21st September until Friday 2nd October.

On Monday 21st September we'll even be there from 10:00-16:00.

If you're new to the University, you can find out more about the Library via our Library Quickstart Guide.

Lister Post-It Note Competition

Tuesday 22 September 2026 8pm - Friday 25 September 2026 5pm

Organiser: Anne Lister
Location: Anne Lister Hub (E Block) (Campus East)
Open to: Anne Lister

Time to get creative and decorate your flat windows in Anne Lister's Post It Note Competition! May the best flat win!

Goodricke STYM Gift Bags

Wednesday 23 September 2026 10am - 11.30am

Organiser: Goodricke
Location: GNU/009 Clarbour Room (Goodricke College)
Open to: Goodricke

Come and see your STYM Committee in the Clarbour Room for a Gift Bag!

Constantine International Students Town Tour

Wednesday 23 September 2026 10am - 12pm

Organiser: Constantine
Location: Constantine College (Campus East)
Open to: Constantine

Join us for a town tour designed for international students at Constantine College! Non-international students who would like to discover the City of York are also very welcome to join. Come along, meet fellow students, and explore York together! Meet outside Constantine College Forum at 10am.

DIGITAL WEDNESDAYS: Digital labs open afternoon

Wednesday 23 September 2026 12pm - 4pm

Organiser: Digital Skills & Creativity Lab
Location: Harry Fairhurst Building (University Library, Campus West)
Open to: Everyone

We have two digital labs in the Library, open to all members of the University: the Creativity Lab has high-end workstations, 3D capture and modelling software, podcasting and video recording studios and more, while YorCreate is a makerspace with 3D printers and a range of crafting materials. Drop by any time this afternoon between 12 and 4 as we open our doors to the two labs to demonstrate how the tech works and show off the sort of things you can do in there.

No booking required.

You can find the Creativity Lab in LFA/103 and YorCreate in LFA/132, both on the first floor of the Fairhurst Building in the Library.

Goodricke Football

Wednesday 23 September 2026 12pm - 2pm

Organiser: Goodricke
Location: Goodricke College (Campus East)
Open to: Goodricke

Football for new Goodricke students

The Distractibles Meetup

Wednesday 23 September 2026 12.30pm - 1.30pm

Organiser: Academic Skills
Location: LFA/144 Academic Skills workshop room (Harry Fairhurst Building, Campus West)
Open to: Students/staff

Finding it hard to focus and plagued by distractions? Join The Distractibles Meetup on Wednesdays, 12.30pm to 1.30pm in the Library, LFA/144. We are a support group of staff and students with small group chat and accessibility ideas to try. Whether you're neurodivergent or just easily distracted, our peer-support group might be just the thing for you. The Distractibles

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Goodricke Disability Mixer

Wednesday 23 September 2026 1pm - 2.30pm

Organiser: Goodricke
Location: Goodricke College (Campus East)
Open to: Goodricke

This is a Disability mixer for new Goodricke Students.

UG Speed Friending

Wednesday 23 September 2026 1pm - 3pm

Organiser: York Students' Union
Location: D/L/006 Lecture Room (Derwent L Block, Campus West)
Open to: Everyone

Looking to meet new people outside of your flat, look no further than Speed Friending!

Think of it as speed dating, but for friendship. You'll have a few minutes to chat one-on-one with each person, before moving to the next person. It's a fun, fast-paced, and low-pressure way to make new connections with fellow undergraduates. Come solo or bring a friend - just be yourself and you’re sure to meet the people for you.

Location: D/L/006

Booking: This event is free, but please book a ticket on this page so we know how many people to expect.

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Silent Disco!

Wednesday 23 September 2026 1pm - 4pm

Organiser: Postgraduate Student Communities
Location: E/BOWL Vanbrugh Bowl (Sir Jack Lyons Concert Hall, Campus West)
Open to: Everyone

Pick your own music and join the party!

Join us on Vanbrugh Bowl from 1pm on Wednesday 23rd September. Three different channels of music, one headset - you choose your own vibe and dance the afternoon away. A great opportunity to meet others, have a good laugh and let off some steam.

Date | 23 September 2026 Time | 1pm - 3pm Location | Vanbrugh Bowl

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David Kato Independent Student Mixer

Wednesday 23 September 2026 2pm - 3pm

Organiser: David Kato
Location: David Kato Hub (E Block) (Campus East)
Open to: David Kato

This is a mixer for new Independent David Kato Students.

Derwent Sports Fair

Wednesday 23 September 2026 2pm - 4pm

Organiser: Derwent
Open to: Derwent

Join us on K Block Lawns to find out about College Sport in Derwent, meet our incredible sports teams, and sign up to play.

Disabled Students' Games Night

Wednesday 23 September 2026 4pm - 7pm

Organiser: York Students' Union
Location: The Kitchen at Alcuin (Alcuin College, Campus West)
Open to: Everyone

Join us for an evening of board games and puzzles in our campus cafe, The Kitchen! This event is specially designed for disabled and neurodivergent students, offering a welcoming and accessible environment where everyone can enjoy a variety of games and activities over an evening coffee. It’s a safe and inclusive space for new undergraduate and postgraduate students to build friendships and community, where you can also find guidance for disabled student support services.

Whether you’re a board gamer, a strategic thinker, or love a murder mystery, our Games Night has it all.

Location: The Kitchen

This event is free, but please book a ticket on this page so we know how many people to expect. All those who reserve a ticket will be able to claim a free hot drinks voucher to redeem during the event.

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Access All Areas

Wednesday 23 September 2026 7pm - 11.45pm

Organiser: York Students' Union
Open to: Everyone

Included with your College Freshers’ ticket, Access All Areas is your chance to explore all of our campus bars and our coffee shop, The Kitchen.

We’ll have some amazing deals in our venues, so you can find your favourite place to relax and grab a drink on campus. Don’t fancy an alcoholic drink? The Kitchen is alcohol-free and will be serving late-night coffee and soft drinks for you to keep on socialising.

Access All Areas = access exclusive deals!

Location: The Courtyard, The Glasshouse, The Lounge, The Vanbrugh Arms, and The Kitchen

Date and time: Wednesday 23 September from 7pm

This event is included in College Freshers’ tickets. Standalone tickets are not available. All students are welcome in our venues, but only College Wristband holders will have access to our exclusive deals.

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Returners' Club Night

Wednesday 23 September 2026 10pm - 11.45pm

Organiser: York Students' Union
Open to: Everyone

Welcome back to York! Get ready to kick off the new academic year with our Returners' Club Night on Wednesday 23 September 2026. The ultimate night out to reconnect with friends, revisit your favourite nightclubs and celebrate the start of the new term.

Our Returners’ Club Night gives you exclusive access to York’s top venues: Revs and Salvation.

Pick up your wristband from the York SU Helpdesk between 12-4pm on Monday 21, Tuesday 22, or Wednesday 23 September. At helpdesk, you will need to show your QR code then choose either the Revs OR Salvation wristband. These are available on a first come first served basis. There will be no access without your wristband and no sales on the door.

Please note: This event is only available to returning undergraduate and postgraduate students. Your wristband will allow you into your selected venue (Revs OR Salvation) only until 12:30am. After this your wristband will allow you into both venues. Venues have the right to refuse entry due to capac

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Anne Lister Run Club

Thursday 24 September 2026 9am - 10am

Organiser: Anne Lister
Location: Anne Lister Hub (E Block) (Campus East)
Open to: Anne Lister

This is a Run Club Event for All Anne Lister College Students.

Constantine Campus Tour

Thursday 24 September 2026 12pm - 2pm

Organiser: Constantine
Location: Constantine College (Campus East)
Open to: Constantine

Join us for a campus tour to learn about everything Campus East and West from departments to Student Union bars, shops and cafes! Meet outside the Constantine Forum for 12pm.

Goodricke International Mixer

Thursday 24 September 2026 12pm - 1.30pm

Organiser: Goodricke
Location: Goodricke College (Campus East)
Open to: Goodricke

This is a mixer for new International Goodricke Students.

Toasties in the JCR

Thursday 24 September 2026 12pm - 1pm

Organiser: Derwent
Location: D/JCR Derwent Junior Common Room (Derwent College, Campus West)
Open to: Derwent

Join us for free toaties with a range of fillings.

James Dogs

Thursday 24 September 2026 12.30pm - 2pm

Organiser: James
Location: James Lodge (James College, Campus West)
Open to: James

Join your community team in The Lodge for our weekly free food event. Expect free hot dogs, soft drinks and good vibes! Picnic blankets will be provided so come along with your friends and housemates for a good time.

Solar System Stroll

Thursday 24 September 2026 1pm - 3pm

Organiser: International Student Communities
Open to: Everyone

Get your walking boots on and join the Postgraduate and International Communities team as we explore the University of York’s Model Solar System!

Did you know that The University has it's very own Solar System Model, featuring the Sun, the eight planets and the dwarf planet Pluto?

Tag along with our resident astronomer, Thom, for a relaxing tour of the Solar System as we gently amble the two-mile route from Campus West to Campus East, taking in some of the many sights of campus along the way.

Meet outside the York Student's Union Building on Newton Way.

To sign up to our mailing list and get ticket reminders, you can sign up via this form: https://forms.gle/1fnsovCtncRqU2D57

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Alcuin Sports Day & Fair

Thursday 24 September 2026 1pm - 4pm

Organiser: Alcuin
Open to: Alcuin

Come along and find out more about all of the wonderful sports teams in Alcuin College. Whether you are a seasoned professional or have never played sports before, there really is something here for everybody. Expect a warm welcome from our sports captains and maybe even some sports games!

Lister Disability and Neurodiverse Mixer

Thursday 24 September 2026 1pm - 2pm

Organiser: Anne Lister
Location: Anne Lister Hub (E Block) (Campus East)
Open to: Anne Lister

This is a disability and neurodiverse mixer event for new Anne Lister students.

Solar System Stroll

Thursday 24 September 2026 1pm - 3pm

Organiser: Postgraduate Student Communities
Open to: Everyone

Get your walking boots on and join the Postgraduate and International Communities team as we explore the University of York’s Model Solar System!

Did you know that The University has it's very own Solar System Model, featuring the Sun, the eight planets and the dwarf planet Pluto?

Tag along with our resident astronomer, Thom, for a relaxing tour of the Solar System as we gently amble the two-mile route from Campus West to Campus East, taking in some of the many sights of campus along the way.

Meet outside the York Student's Union Building on Newton Way.

To sign up to our mailing list and get ticket reminders, you can sign up via this form: https://forms.gle/XZWjW1BidFLT8JoB8

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Goodricke Friendship Bracelet Making

Thursday 24 September 2026 1.30pm - 3pm

Organiser: Goodricke
Location: GNU/009 Clarbour Room (Goodricke College)
Open to: Goodricke

Friendship bracelet making for new first year Goodricke students in the Clabour Room

LGBTQ+ Mixer

Thursday 24 September 2026 2pm - 4pm

Organiser: York Students' Union
Location: The Courtyard, café and bar (Derwent College, Campus West)
Open to: Everyone

Meet and chat with fellow students from the LGBTQ+ community here at York at our LGBTQ+ mixer in The Courtyard!

This is a safe and inclusive space for new undergraduate and postgraduate LGBTQ+ students to build friendships and learn more about the local LGBTQ+ community in the city. Please reserve a free ticket to guarantee your space.

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Langwith College Meal

Thursday 24 September 2026 5pm - 7pm

Organiser: Langwith
Location: Piazza Restaurant (Piazza Building, Campus East)
Open to: Langwith

This is College Meal for first year Langwith College students.

Lister BAME & International Student Mixer

Thursday 24 September 2026 5.30pm - 6.30pm

Organiser: Anne Lister
Location: Anne Lister Hub (E Block) (Campus East)
Open to: Anne Lister

This is a BAME and International Student Mixer for new Anne Lister Students.

David Kato Merch Sale

Thursday 24 September 2026 6pm - 7pm

Organiser: David Kato
Location: David Kato Hub (E Block) (Campus East)
Open to: David Kato

Want some David Kato merch? Find your committee in the David Kato Hub for some Kato exclusive merch!

Movie Night

Thursday 24 September 2026 7pm - 10pm

Organiser: Wentworth
Location: B/R/016 Wentworth Graduate College Hub (Biology Building, Campus West)
Open to: Wentworth

Come to Wentworth Hub for a movie night hosted by the Wentworth Committee.

Goodricke Reading & Hot Chocolate

Thursday 24 September 2026 8pm - 10pm

Organiser: Goodricke
Location: GNU/009 Clarbour Room (Goodricke College)
Open to: Goodricke

Want a Quiet Evening in? This is a reading and hot chocolate event for first year Goodricke students.

Cabaret D

Thursday 24 September 2026 10pm - 11.45pm

Organiser: York Students' Union
Location: The Courtyard, café and bar (Derwent College, Campus West)
Open to: Everyone

Mark your calendars - Cabaret D is taking over The Courtyard from 10pm on Thursday 24 September

From Freshers’, returning legends and people who said “I’m not going out”, everyone is welcome for a night of dancing, great drink deals and classic Derwent atmosphere. Expect high-energy DJs with wall-to-wall bangers and a packed dance floor so you can dance the night away.

Tickets are just £3! What better way to start the new semester? Bring your mates, bring the energy and let’s get semester two started!

PLEASE NOTE: this event is included in the Derwent Welcome Week Wristband.

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Goodricke Tote Bag Decorating

Friday 25 September 2026 11am - 12.30pm

Organiser: Goodricke
Location: GNU/009 Clarbour Room (Goodricke College)
Open to: Goodricke

This is a Tote Bag Decorating event for new first year Goodricke College students.

Goodricke Scavenger Hunt

Friday 25 September 2026 1pm - 5pm

Organiser: Goodricke
Location: Goodricke College (Campus East)
Open to: Goodricke

Join your committee for a scavenger hunt around Campus and in the City Centre!

York Research Exchange

Friday 25 September 2026 2pm - 4pm

Organiser: Postgraduate Student Communities
Location: B/R/016 Wentworth Graduate College Hub (Biology Building, Campus West)
Open to: Postgraduates

Join us for the York Research Exchange, a welcoming space for postgraduate researchers to connect, collaborate, and learn from each other! In our monthly meet ups, we'll explore how research is experienced across disciplines and share the realities of postgraduate life at York.

This informal, social gathering is built around open discussion and peer-led insights and is designed to be an opportunity to spark ideas, build confidence, and grow our vibrant postgraduate community, via conversation, shared perspectives, and coffee and cake!

Where: Wentworth College Hub When: 2–4pm, the final friday every month

International Welcome: Canvas Painting Crafternoon

Friday 25 September 2026 4pm - 6pm

Organiser: International Student Communities
Location: B/T/005 The John Currey Room (Biology Building, Campus West)
Open to: Everyone

Join us for a creative afternoon where you can paint a canvas to take home and enjoy an afternoon tea! This is the perfect chance to unwind after Welcome Week, create a decorative canvas for your room, and meet fellow international students over tasty cakes.

This is a free event and all supplies will be provided, so just bring yourself and your imagination!

To sign up to our mailing list and get ticket reminders, you can sign up via this form: https://forms.gle/1fnsovCtncRqU2D57

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David Kato College Meal

Friday 25 September 2026 5pm - 7.15pm

Organiser: David Kato
Location: Piazza Restaurant (Piazza Building, Campus East)
Open to: David Kato

This is College Meal for first year David Kato College students.

Film Night

Friday 25 September 2026 7pm - 10pm

Organiser: York Students' Union
Location: P/X/001 Lecture Theatre (School of Physics, Engineering and Technology Building, Campus West)
Open to: Everyone

Are you ready to level up? Join us for a special screening of Scott Pilgrim vs. the World (2010)!

Hosted by York SU’s student-run cinema in PX/001, this is your chance to watch Edgar Wright’s action-packed comedy on the big screen.

This film is one of the most hilarious cult classics with a soundtrack that absolutely rocks.

Think you’ve got what it takes to defeat the League of Evil Exes? Grab a free ticket and find out!

Please note, this event is free but you need to reserve a ticket!

York SU Fundraising Confectionary stall will be selling popcorn, sweets, chocolate, drinks and crisps with all donation profits going to our Semester One Charity Partner. If you're coming along, please make a donation by purchasing some tasty snacks!

Doors open: 7pm

Film begins: 7:30pm

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Game, arts, and crafts night

Friday 25 September 2026 7pm - 10pm

Organiser: Wentworth
Location: B/R/016 Wentworth Graduate College Hub (Biology Building, Campus West)
Open to: Wentworth

Wentworth's Welcome fortnight comes to a close with a relaxed evening of board games, arts, and crafts. Join the committee in thr Wentworth Common Room for to slow down after a busy few weeks of welcome activities.

Welcome Fair

Saturday 26 September 2026 10am - 4pm

Organiser: York Students' Union
Location: Campus West
Open to: Everyone

The Welcome Fair is your chance to discover something that will make your time at York special. Come along to meet all of our societies, sports clubs, media groups and volunteering projects, there’s something for everyone and it’s a great chance to meet new people.

We’ve also got dozens of businesses on campus giving out loads of freebies!

Welcome Fair is free to attend and no ticket is required. The first hour of Welcome Fair (10am - 11am) is our dedicated accessibility hour, for those who need a quieter space and less crowded venues. Stalls are then open until 4pm.

The best way to be part of the fair is to take a look around our venues on campus and start chatting to stallholders, you can then register your interest and get involved!

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Weekend IT Support

Sunday 27 September 2026 12pm - 6pm

Organiser: IT Services
Open to: Everyone

If you need in-person IT Support over the weekend, the team will be available in the Library (Harry Fairhurst LFA/238F) and the Ron Cooke Hub on Sunday 27 September.

Drop in anytime 12pm - 6pm.

You can also find lots of helpful information on the website, including how-to guides, the services status board (issues and maintenance) and our enquiry form.

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Esports Live

Sunday 27 September 2026 5pm - 10pm

Organiser: York Students' Union
Location: D/L/028 Lecture Theatre (Hendrix Hall) (Derwent L Block, Campus West)
Open to: Everyone

If gaming is your thing then look no further… FragSoc, in collaboration with York SU, brings you Esports Live on Sunday 27 September!

Experience a live gaming event, live on campus for the first time ever..

Held in Hendrix Hall on 27 September, watch players from the University of York battle it out in a competitive Esports event.

Games to include Smash, Overwatch and League of Legends.

All the games will be projected onto the big screen and there will be live commentary so you can cheer on your favourite players!.

This event is free to attend but please book a ticket in advance to secure a space.

Doors open from 4:30pm and the event will finish around 10pm.

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Kevin Sinfield 7 in 7: The Grand Finale - York Extra Mile Challenge

Monday 28 September 2026 11.30am - 2pm

Organiser: York Students' Union
Location: Athletics track and field (York Sport Centre, Campus West)
Open to: Everyone

Come along and see Sir Kevin Sinfield on campus completing his 7 in 7: The Grand Finale Challenge. Cheer Kevin and members of the MND Community on as they complete the Extra Mile and have the opportunity to run a mile yourself to show support.

The University of York is delighted to be hosting one of Kevin Sinfield's Extra Mile challenges, Kevin and his team will be joined by members of the MND community to run an Extra Mile, around the Athletics Track at York Sport Centre on Campus West. We would love students, staff and members of the local community to come along and show their support for the challenge.

Please register online for a ticket and arrive at the athletics track by 11:30am so we can ensure the stands are full and ready to cheer Kevin on.

You can also then show your support by joining in for your own Extra Mile on the track if you would like to. Please come in suitable running kit if you would like to do this.

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Mature Students' Meet Up

Monday 28 September 2026 6pm - 8pm

Organiser: York Students' Union
Location: Vanbrugh Arms
Open to: Everyone

Are you a mature student who has just arrived at York? Come and join us at the Vanbrugh Arms on campus to chat with fellow local and commuting students, meet your Students’ Union, and get settled into university life.

We're keeping things low-pressure and friendly, so grab a drink and get settled in!

Location: The Vanbrugh Arms

Booking: This event is free, but please book a ticket on this page so we know how many people to expect.

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York SU Welcome Bundle

Monday 28 September 2026 7pm - 10pm

Organiser: York Students' Union
Open to: Everyone

The York SU Bundle Ticket gives you access to four great events in one ticket!

This includes:

• Comedy Night

• Viking Raid

• The Haunting of Hendrix Hall

• The Fight Before Christmas

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Comedy Night

Monday 28 September 2026 7pm - 10pm

Organiser: York Students' Union
Location: Central Hall (Campus West)
Open to: Everyone

Get ready to laugh your socks off at our annual Comedy Night, just one of the incredible events in our Welcome Week line-up!

Join us in Central Hall on Monday 28 September, doors open from 19:00.

Acts will be announced via our Instagram soon, keep your eyes peeled…

This event is included in the Colleges x York SU Bundles!

If you have already bought a bundle please do not purchase an individual event ticket.

Tickets can also be individually purchased for £10.

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Get a 3D selfie of yourself

Tuesday 29 September 2026 12pm - 4pm

Organiser: Digital Skills & Creativity Lab
Location: LFA/103 Creativity Lab (Harry Fairhurst Building, Campus West)
Open to: Everyone

Ever wanted to grab a digital snapshot of yourself in a 3D model and see a 3D scanner?

This is the session for you, and bring your friends too! Come and take a 3D selfie in the Creativity Lab. In this fun session, we'll introduce you to our handheld 3D scanners to take a full detailed scan of your head and shoulders. We will create a 3D model file you can then take away and keep for yourself. We'll also chat about what you can then do with the model, whether that's animating it, or even 3D print it. No booking required, just pop in to the Creativity Lab (Harry Fairhurst Library building) between 12pm and 4pm.

Please note that our standard 3D scanners use a bright flashing light and may affect those with photo-sensitivity. For any questions around this, please email us via lib-creativitylab@york.ac.uk and we can discuss other options.

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Viking Raid

Tuesday 29 September 2026 6pm - 11.45pm

Organiser: York Students' Union
Open to: Everyone

Warriors of York, the time has come for you to rally the troops for York's Biggest Bar Crawl! Join over 2500 students and march from campus venues into the city centre to raid the best pubs and bars on offer. Finish the invasion on the dance floor at one of the city’s incredible nightclubs.

Make sure you pick up your Viking Raid T-Shirt early to ensure you get the route and size you want. Routes will be announced on Monday 7 September via our Instagram.

Viking Raid tickets cost £10 and include a T-Shirt for the event and club entry.

This event is included in College X York SU bundles, so please do not purchase an event ticket if you have already purchased a bundle ticket.

On Tuesday 29 September, you should head to the first bar on your route for 6pm! We recommend you spend 45 minutes at each venue on your route.

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Library induction

Wednesday 30 September 2026 10am - 11am

Organiser: Library and Archives
Location: online
Open to: Everyone

Are you relatively new to academic libraries or how they typically work in the UK? Have you missed or forgotten your library induction? Are you wanting to get the most from the library when you do research for your assignment? Or are you just interested to see where everything is now they've finished rebuilding it all?

Join us for this relaxed Library Induction to our library services here at York.

This event is hybrid. Attend in person (LFA/144) or online.

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The Distractibles Meetup

Wednesday 30 September 2026 12.30pm - 1.30pm

Organiser: Academic Skills
Location: LFA/144 Academic Skills workshop room (Harry Fairhurst Building, Campus West)
Open to: Students/staff

Finding it hard to focus and plagued by distractions? Join The Distractibles Meetup on Wednesdays, 12.30pm to 1.30pm in the Library, LFA/144. We are a support group of staff and students with small group chat and accessibility ideas to try. Whether you're neurodivergent or just easily distracted, our peer-support group might be just the thing for you. The Distractibles

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50 Years of Psychology at the University of York

Wednesday 30 September 2026 1pm - 7.30pm

Organiser: Open Lectures
Location: Psychology Building (Henry Wellcome Building - C Block) (Campus West)
Open to: Everyone

York Psychology 50th Anniversary Celebration

Join us to celebrate 50 amazing years of Psychology at York with a day filled with faces from past and present, talks celebrating our history and our research and reflections on the future.

Whether you're from the past, present or the future, come and be part of this milestone event. Let’s make more memories together and toast Psychology at York!

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Language Café

Wednesday 30 September 2026 2pm - 4pm

Organiser: York Students' Union
Location: The Kitchen at Alcuin (Alcuin College, Campus West)
Open to: Everyone

Join us for the Language Cafe - a relaxed and inclusive space for students to practice languages, share cultures, and connect with others from around the world, hosted in The Kitchen.

Whether you're brushing up on your French, exploring Mandarin, or simply wanting to enjoy great conversation with a coffee, the Language Cafe is the perfect place to meet like-minded people in a friendly, informal setting.

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Sleep Support Drop-In: Tips, Strategies and Supplies

Wednesday 30 September 2026 2pm - 4pm

Organiser: School for Business and Society
Location: School for Business and Society (CL/A/001B, Church Lane Building)
Open to: The York Management School/Social Policy and Social Work

Discover simple tips, practical strategies and useful sleep essentials to help you rest better, wake feeling refreshed and boost your daytime energy.

Join us to explore how small changes to your sleep routine can make a big difference - and pick up your free sleep support kit while you’re there!

Plus, enjoy complimentary refreshments.

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DIGITAL WEDNESDAYS: An introduction to useful digital tools available at York

Wednesday 30 September 2026 2pm - 4pm

Organiser: Digital Skills & Creativity Lab
Open to: Everyone

At York you have access to a wealth of software, from general 'Office' applications like Google Workspace and Microsoft 365 through to more specific programs to help you be organised or be creative. This session (aimed at all members of the University, however long you've been here) will provide an overview of some of the digital tools available that you might find useful, with a particular focus on applications for organising information, keeping track of your notes, working collaboratively, and keeping up to date. We will share some of our tips for making the best use of technology, and there'll be time to ask questions and share any of your own IT tips.

This session is being delivered hybridly. You can attend either virtually (via Zoom) or face-to-face (in LFA/144, Fairhurst Building, University Library). Follow the booking link for more details.

Skills Guides

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No-code Micro-games

Thursday 1 October 2026 1pm - 3pm

Organiser: Digital Skills & Creativity Lab
Open to: Everyone

Let's make a simple platform game. Games can be a brilliant tool to aid learning, share your study/research or just make for a bit of fun. Anyone is welcome to come to this session, whether you already have an idea or not. Using a tool called Gdevelop, we'll look at the beginner steps to build your first simple game, with step-by-step instructions and lots of time to have a go yourself.

No coding knowledge is involved, it instead uses some 'event-based' instructions to set up the rules for the game. We'll look at some of the key areas of game mechanics, and have some time to plan out our ideas for a simple game.

This workshop is available to attend both online or in-person.

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International Student Social - Bingo Night

Thursday 1 October 2026 5pm - 7pm

Organiser: International Student Communities
Location: D/JCR Derwent Junior Common Room (Derwent College, Campus West)
Open to: Everyone

Join us for our first International Student Social of the academic year!

Our weekly International Student Socials offer a relaxed and welcoming space for you to meet other students interested in global culture and travel.

This week we will be having a fun bingo game night! Whether you are new to Bingo or a seasoned pro, you are sure to enjoy some fun competition and prizes!

As always, there will be snacks, music and friendly faces!

Whether you're looking to make friends or unwind, all are welcome!

HPC & AI Showcase - Sustainable Reality

Saturday 3 October 2026 10am - 4pm

Organiser: Research Coding Club
Location: B/T/005 The John Currey Room (Biology Building, Campus West)
Open to: Everyone

Sustainable Reality is a one-day introduction to High Performance Computing (HPC) and Artificial Intelligence (AI), designed for university students and staff who are interested in research computing.

Delivered by Alces Flight, this Showcase combines accessible introductions with hands-on activities, including building and exploring a small HPC cluster. Participants discover how modern HPC systems support research and AI, develop an understanding of the technologies behind them, and experience the collaborative decision-making involved in designing and operating these environments. The day concludes by connecting participants with local research computing opportunities and potential next steps.

For the registratoin form and more details please see the event page.

Lunch, including pizza, and refreshments are provided.

No previous HPC experience is required.

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Bingo After Hours - Hosted by Tea and Coffee

Saturday 3 October 2026 7pm - 11pm

Organiser: York Students' Union
Location: The Lounge (James College, Campus West)
Open to: Everyone

Bingo After Hours!

Come down to the Lounge for a late-night twist on a classic - Bingo After Hours is bringing music, drinks and big prizes! Play for your chance to win prizes both through the games and the raffle!

All money goes towards helping run the Tea and Coffee club, a student-led volunteering project aimed at tackling isolated loneliness among the older population of York. Bring your friends, grab a drink and get ready for a night of fun, competition and a great cause.

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York Darts Derby

Sunday 4 October 2026 7pm - 10pm

Organiser: York Students' Union
Location: The Lounge (James College, Campus West)
Open to: Everyone

University Of York Darts Club, in collaboration with York SU, brings you The York Darts Derby!

Join us for the biggest Darts Event on campus, featuring competitors from The University of York facing off against Darts Players from other UK Universities.

The event will be taking place in The Lounge on Sunday 4 October from 6:30pm.

If nailbiting live sport is your thing, you don’t want to miss this.

Tickets can be purchased for £5.

We look forward to welcoming you to the York Darts Derby.

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Money Matters

Tuesday 6 October 2026 7pm - 8pm

Organiser: Open Lectures
Location: online
Open to: Everyone

World Mental Health Day event

Join us for this fascinating talk hosted by Celeste Leverton, York alum and founder of Leverton Wealth Partners, a wealth advisory Practice providing tailored, relationship-led advice to individuals and families seeking a considered, long-term approach to wealth management.

Finance and money worries can contribute hugely to people's wellbeing, but most of us don't even know where to begin when it comes to thinking about money. This World Mental Health Day we hope to give you an overview on the topic and some tips and hints of where best to start.

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Library induction

Wednesday 7 October 2026 10am - 11am

Organiser: Library and Archives
Location: online
Open to: Everyone

Are you relatively new to academic libraries or how they typically work in the UK? Have you missed or forgotten your library induction? Are you wanting to get the most from the library when you do research for your assignment? Or are you just interested to see where everything is now they've finished rebuilding it all?

Join us for this relaxed Library Induction to our library services here at York.

This event is hybrid. Attend in person (LFA/144) or online.

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The Distractibles Meetup Online

Wednesday 7 October 2026 12.30pm - 1.30pm

Organiser: Academic Skills
Location: online
Open to: Students/staff

Finding it hard to focus and plagued by distractions? Join The Distractibles Meetup online on the first Wednesday of each month, 12:30pm to 1:30pm. We are a support group of staff and students with small group chat and an ideas bank of things to try. Whether you're neurodivergent or just easily distracted, our peer-support group might be just the thing for you. The Distractibles.

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DIGITAL WEDNESDAYS: How do you engage with generative AI ethics?

Wednesday 7 October 2026 3.30pm - 5.30pm

Organiser: Digital Skills & Creativity Lab
Location: online
Open to: Everyone

Generative AI has been a hot topic for several years now, whether that's hype about what it might do or fear about the impacts it will have on our world. The University of York has its own position statement on generative AI. You probably have your own thoughts and feelings about generative AI and its use.

In this face-to-face workshop, you will explore some of the issues and limitations associated with generative AI and discuss what the impact of these might be on the future of education and our world in general. You will consider how you can engage with these issues, keeping up to date and thinking about practical ways to have an impact on the future.

Skills Guide: Generative AI

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Learn to code: Introduction to coding

Thursday 8 October 2026 10am - 12pm

Organiser: Digital Skills & Creativity Lab
Location: online
Open to: Everyone

Want to know more about what computer coding is, how it works, and how you can start learning to code?

This introductory workshop is for anyone who is new to writing computer programs or learning coding languages. The workshop will look at useful coding concepts and some basics of the coding language Python to demonstrate these, and will cover:

• How computers work and how this applies to coding
• What are coding languages?
• Key concepts in coding, such as variables, loops, and data types
• How to get started with learning coding.

Coding Practical Guide

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Pre-Cake Off Masterclass: Decorating Tips & Free Cake! 🎂

Thursday 8 October 2026 12pm - 2pm

Organiser: Eat, Shop And Drink
Open to: Everyone

Whether you are entering the Cake Off or just want to learn professional piping, frosting, and styling techniques, this session has you covered. Led by Rose, Head Chef in charge of all campus bakery items, and Charlotte, expert baker known for her cake decorating workshops and famous Yorkshire pop up stalls, you'll get expert guidance, step by step demonstrations, and insider tips.

What to Expect: All cake decorating tools, icing, and toppings are supplied - no need to bring a thing! Practice your skills on complimentary cakes provided at the session. Live demonstrations and personalised advice Perfect for complete beginners and seasoned bakers looking to refine their style. Walk away with your very own decorated cake.

Space is strictly limited to 20 participants - grab your free ticket now before spots fill up!

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Making the Most of Lectures, Seminars and Tutorials

Thursday 8 October 2026 1pm - 2.30pm

Organiser: Academic Skills
Location: online
Open to: Everyone

During this workshop, we look at the different features of lectures, seminars, and tutorials, considering the main purpose of each learning opportunity. Then, we share tips and approaches you can use to maximise your engagement in the different contexts. This session is designed to help you thrive in the diverse learning environments encountered at university.

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How to start a podcast

Thursday 8 October 2026 2pm - 4pm

Organiser: Digital Skills & Creativity Lab
Open to: Everyone

Let’s make some noises. Then record them, publish them, and distribute them online. This two hour online workshop will introduce you to the fundamentals of podcasting, going over some of the basics of podcast production, and looking at how an idea turns into an audio file that can be shared online. We’ll explore podcast formats and how to generate ideas along with our top recording tips. No prior knowledge of audio production or media creation is required. This workshop is perfect for you if you are interested in making a podcast yourself but aren’t sure where to start, and to find out more about podcasting facilities here at the Creativity Lab. This session runs alongside our other '10 tips for Audio editing' session (bookable separately), which will delve into the practicalities of editing audio.

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Who’s in charge?

Friday 9 October 2026 1pm - 3.45pm

Organiser: Open Lectures
Location: The Guildhall
Open to: Everyone

Elevate Great event

When the challenges facing society feel bigger than any one of us, what can we actually do about them?

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The Music of Tim Burton, Danny Elfman & Beyond🎬

Saturday 10 October 2026 7.30pm - 9.15pm

Organiser: York Conferences
Location: Central Hall (Campus West)
Open to: Everyone

Enjoy a spooky evening at Central Hall with The Great British Film Orchestra!

Experience a hauntingly beautiful celebration of the unforgettable music that has defined the extraordinary worlds of Tim Burton & beyond, brought to life by an incredible live chamber orchestra.

Whether you're a massive film buff or just looking for the perfect pre-Halloween vibe, this is going to be an unforgettable night of dramatic live music and theatrical flair. Don't miss out! 🙌

This event is ran by xperiencelive.co.uk and hosted by York Conferences and Events.

Booking required!

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Critical Thinking: What It Is and How to Do It

Monday 12 October 2026 1pm - 2.30pm

Organiser: Academic Skills
Location: online
Open to: Everyone

Students are often told that they need to think critically. In this session, you will learn how you think critically all the time and how to apply this to thinking critically in your studies. There will be clear examples of critical thinking and we will show you how you can do this in a number of academic contexts. Please find related online resources here:https://subjectguides.york.ac.uk/academic-writing

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Returning to education

Monday 12 October 2026 2.30pm - 3.30pm

Organiser: Academic Skills
Location: online
Open to: Everyone

Returning to education after a break of any kind is an exciting opportunity, but it can feel quite daunting. In this workshop we discuss skills to help you ease into higher education and to give you confidence for your academic journey. We share strategies to help you manage your studies alongside your personal commitments. You will have the opportunity to ask questions and discuss any concerns regarding your new learning environment.

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Spreadsheets basics

Tuesday 13 October 2026 1pm - 3pm

Organiser: Digital Skills & Creativity Lab
Location: online
Open to: Everyone

Spreadsheets are tools designed to store, analyse and manipulate data. They are commonly used for working with sets of data containing both text and numbers, and for generating graphs and charts. This online workshop will take you through the first principles of working with data in spreadsheets - whether Google or Excel - including:

• understanding the parts of a spreadsheet;
• entering, editing, and formatting data;
• performing calculations;
• using basic functions.

The workshop will also serve as a primer for our five-week-long Essential Spreadsheets training course.

Come along and really start to get to grips with data.

Essential Spreadsheets: a Practical Guide

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Beginners Guide to Quantitative Data Analysis

Tuesday 13 October 2026 2pm - 3.30pm

Organiser: Academic Skills
Location: online
Open to: Everyone

This beginner-friendly workshop is designed for those who are collecting or working with quantitative data. We'll guide you through the essential steps of planning your data analysis - from clarifying research questions and identifying variable types, to selecting the most appropriate statistical tests. Whether you're just starting your project or preparing to analyse your dataset, this session will help you build confidence, avoid common mistakes, and make informed decisions about your analysis. No prior statistics knowledge is required.

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Note-making for Reading: What It Is and How to Do It

Tuesday 13 October 2026 2pm - 3.30pm

Organiser: Academic Skills
Location: online
Open to: Everyone

It is important that both reading and note-making are done with a clear purpose. This workshop will introduce a number of different note-making systems/methods and show how these can be used effectively as a bridge between academic reading and writing. Please find related online resources here: https://subjectguides.york.ac.uk/skills/reading

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Sustainability Research and Teaching at the University of York

Tuesday 13 October 2026 7pm - 8pm

Organiser: Open Lectures
Open to: Everyone

York for Life Sustainability Network - Environment Month event

As a University for Public Good, environmental sustainability stands as one of our four core principles, acting as a powerful driver for research, education and partnerships. During this talk we'll hear from a number of speakers focusing on each of these aspects.

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Getting to know YorSearch

Wednesday 14 October 2026 10am - 11am

Organiser: Library and Archives
Location: online
Open to: Everyone

What is YorSearch? Why would you use it for your assignments? How can you access it?

At York, our online library catalogue is called YorSearch. YorSearch can be accessed from anywhere, not just library computers. As well as the books we have on the library shelves, YorSearch will show you other types of resources we have including ebooks, academic journal articles and databases.

Join us for this short session where we will cover the essentials of using YorSearch including; how to find books, journals and articles, log in to your library account, request books that are out on loan, renew your items and more.

This event is hybrid. Attend in person (LFA/144) or online.

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A Taste of York's Chocolate History

Wednesday 14 October 2026 1pm - 3pm

Organiser: School for Business and Society
Location: School for Business and Society (CL/A/001B, Church Lane Building)
Open to: The York Management School/Social Policy and Social Work

Celebrate World Chocolate Day with a sweet taste of York’s chocolate history!

What’s happening:

• Explore vintage Rowntree and Terry’s posters and adverts – a retro visual treat

• Learn fun facts about York’s famous chocolate heritage through info sheets

• Join in on chocolate themed activities: Design your own vintage chocolate poster, relaxing music with colouring and chocolate snacks, York Chocolate Heritage Quiz

• Enjoy FREE samples of iconic York-made chocolate, including KitKat, Smarties, Chocolate Orange, Yorkie bars, and more

This is a relaxed, social event – perfect for taking a break, meeting new people, and indulging in some chocolatey fun!

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Confidence to Speak and Listen (COSAL)

Wednesday 14 October 2026 1.30pm - 3.15pm

Organiser: Academic Skills
Location: LFA/144 Academic Skills workshop room (Harry Fairhurst Building, Campus West)
Open to: Everyone

Confidence to Speak and Listen workshops are open to all. They give you the chance to get to know others from different disciplines and to practise communicating. Each time we meet we engage in interactive activities involving your voice, your body and your ears! We discuss confidence from perspectives of both speaker and listener and identify communication strategies to take away and apply in different contexts. To get maximum benefit and build your confidence incrementally, we recommend coming to more than one workshop. These interactive sessions are not recorded. The content is different each time, as it is built by you on the day. Slides are not available.

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Clay, but digital: Intro to 3D modelling

Wednesday 14 October 2026 2pm - 3.30pm

Organiser: Digital Skills & Creativity Lab
Location: online
Open to: Everyone

Let's explore the world of 3D models. In this introductory online session, we'll quickly share our top tips for getting started with designing and creating a 3D model from scratch. We'll try out out a few tools that let us manipulate a shape, like sculping clay.

Open for everyone, we'll get practical with some easy-to-use free tools to help you get started with modelling your own creations. 3D models are great for 3D printing, using in a virtual environment and sharing ideas. They are also an interesting way to help explain a topic or engage people with your work. Feel free to come along with an idea of your own!

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Creating Google Forms

Thursday 15 October 2026 1pm - 2pm

Organiser: Digital Skills & Creativity Lab
Location: online
Open to: Everyone

Our Bitesize training session on Google Forms will help guide you through the essentials of creating sleek and effective online surveys. Whether you are brand new to Forms or just looking for a refresher, this session will give you the confidence to craft user-friendly forms with ease!

We will explore topics including:

• Google Form basics
• Implementing conditional survey logic
• Sharing and sending your form securely
• Real-time data analysis features
• Navigating advanced form settings

Data: Gathering data

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Extremism Trending: Nihilistic violence and non-ideological terrorism

Thursday 15 October 2026 6.30pm - 7.30pm

Organiser: Open Lectures
Location: CL/A/057 Lecture Room (Church Lane Building, Campus West)
Open to: Everyone

York Intelligence and Defence Society event

Author Meadhbh Park explores how modern online extremism radicalizes teens into real-world violence and cyberattacks, giving adults vital tools to spot warning signs and protect our youth.

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Academic Reading: What It Is and How to Do It

Friday 16 October 2026 10.30am - 12pm

Organiser: Academic Skills
Location: online
Open to: Everyone

Learning to read academic texts more effectively, by reading actively, critically, and purposefully, is the focus of this session. You will also learn strategies to reduce the time you spend reading. Please find related online resources here: https://subjectguides.york.ac.uk/skills/reading

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Slicing models to 3D print with Bambu Studio

Friday 16 October 2026 1pm - 2pm

Organiser: Digital Skills & Creativity Lab
Location: online
Open to: Everyone

Slicing is the process of turning a digital 3D model into instructions for a 3D printer. In this session we'll look at the practicalities of how to slice models using Bambu Studio — the software that's used with our Bambu Labs 3D printers in YorCreate. We'll look at how to slice for those printers, and we'll also offer some tips and tricks for getting the best out of your 3D prints.

This session is open to all members of the University, but if you want to try 3D printing using the printers in YorCreate you'll also need to come along to a separate induction.

Skills Guides: YorCreate

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Using Academic Sentences

Monday 19 October 2026 12pm - 1.30pm

Organiser: Academic Skills
Location: online
Open to: Everyone

Academic writing requires a variety of sentence structures to communicate clearly and engage the reader. This workshop will provide you with a range of useful sentence types that you can start using in your own academic writing. Please find related online resources here:https://subjectguides.york.ac.uk/academic-writing/

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Time Management

Monday 19 October 2026 2pm - 3.30pm

Organiser: Academic Skills
Location: online
Open to: Everyone

In this workshop we share tips and tools for organising yourself to enable you to make the best use of time available.

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Choosing the Right Statistical Software for You

Tuesday 20 October 2026 2pm - 3pm

Organiser: Academic Skills
Location: online
Open to: Everyone

This session is designed for those who are unsure which statistical software best suits their research needs. We'll provide a clear, practical comparison of SPSS, R, and Stata, covering core features, accessibility, and pros and cons of each. Whether you're just getting started or considering switching tools, this workshop will help you make an informed choice based on your skills, project type, and long-term goals. We’ll also share helpful resources for getting started with each platform.

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Lives and Afterlives: The Bar Convent Arma Christi roll

Tuesday 20 October 2026 6.15pm - 7.30pm

Organiser: Open Lectures
Location: BS/005 Lecture Theatre (Bowland Auditorium) (Berrick Saul Building, Campus West)
Open to: Everyone

York and the North Lecture Series

This lecture explores the discovery of an Arma Christi roll at York's Bar Convent—one of just 11 surviving medieval manuscripts of its kind. The talk examines its origin, purpose in domestic prayer, and how it remained hidden for centuries.

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The Laws of Art: Modern Art on Trial

Tuesday 20 October 2026 6.30pm - 7.30pm

Organiser: Open Lectures
Open to: Everyone

Venue: Merchant Adventurers' Hall, Fossgate, York

Merchant Adventurers' Arts Discovery Lecture

This lecture examines how modern art's boundary-pushing nature led to legal disputes over copyright, tax, offense, and contracts, questioning what these clashes reveal about the fundamental nature of art itself.

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The Man with the Plan

Tuesday 20 October 2026 7pm - 9pm

Organiser: Open Lectures
Location: BS/005 Lecture Theatre (Bowland Auditorium) (Berrick Saul Building, Campus West)
Open to: Everyone

Sands Films presents

THE MAN WITH THE PLAN

A young person discovers the Beveridge Report: she questions…What happened? What is next?

Starring Simon Callow as William Beveridge,with Sophie Jenkin, Mark Thomas, Alan Cox, Neil Gore, Neil D'Souza,Andrew Tiernan, Hal Cruttenden, Michael Mearsand the voice of Miriam Margolyes.

Also, with the appearance of Sir Michael Marmot, Kate Pickett, Danny Dorling and other academics, campaigners and activists.

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Understanding eBooks

Wednesday 21 October 2026 10am - 11am

Organiser: Library and Archives
Location: online
Open to: Everyone

What are ebooks? Why are they useful in your research? How do you access them?

The University of York provides staff and students with access to thousands of individual ebooks and several specialist ebook collections.

Join us for this short session where we will cover the essentials of finding, accessing and using these resources effectively in your work.

This event is hybrid. Attend in person (LFA/144) or online.

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Assignment Planning

Wednesday 21 October 2026 10.30am - Friday 11 December 2026 12pm

Organiser: Academic Skills
Location: online
Open to: Everyone

Assignment planning at university involves organising and scheduling the tasks required to complete academic assignments. This workshop covers understanding the assignment requirements, breaking down tasks, setting deadlines, and allocating time effectively to ensure thorough research, writing, and revision.

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Confidence to Speak and Listen (COSAL)

Wednesday 21 October 2026 1.30pm - 3.15pm

Organiser: Academic Skills
Location: LFA/144 Academic Skills workshop room (Harry Fairhurst Building, Campus West)
Open to: Everyone

Confidence to Speak and Listen workshops are open to all. They give you the chance to get to know others from different disciplines and to practise communicating. Each time we meet we engage in interactive activities involving your voice, your body and your ears! We discuss confidence from perspectives of both speaker and listener and identify communication strategies to take away and apply in different contexts. To get maximum benefit and build your confidence incrementally, we recommend coming to more than one workshop. These interactive sessions are not recorded. The content is different each time, as it is built by you on the day. Slides are not available.

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3D capture with Photogrammetry

Wednesday 21 October 2026 2pm - 4pm

Organiser: Digital Skills & Creativity Lab
Location: LFA/103 Creativity Lab (Harry Fairhurst Building, Campus West)
Open to: Everyone

Have you ever come across a detailed 3D model of a real object and wondered how it was made? In this hands-on session, you’ll discover how a series of standard photographs, combined with some software magic, can be transformed into a 3D digital model—a process known as photogrammetry.

We’ll start by photographing a university sculpture and sharing some top tips for capturing great images. Then, you’ll get a chance to process the photos yourself. Along the way, we’ll explore what to do when things don’t go quite as planned and share helpful tricks to refine and tidy up your model for viewing.

This session will show you how to digitize objects related to your work or study and demonstrate how 3D scans can captivate and engage audiences with the unique aspects of your research or interests.

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Editing content for Social Media

Thursday 22 October 2026 10am - 12pm

Organiser: Digital Skills & Creativity Lab
Location: online
Open to: Everyone

Need to edit media content for social media? In this practical workshop, we’ll demonstrate tools and tips for editing some video and image content, thinking about what works best for social media. There will be advice on how to record content in the right size and scale, and how to plan your content to clearly portray your message. We’ll explore:

• Basics of social media
• Different platforms, types of post and choosing what works best
• Tips for capturing and filming content
• Key techniques of video and image editing
• Demonstrations of free-to-use editing tools
• Ensuring your posts are accessible

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Creating surveys with Qualtrics

Thursday 22 October 2026 1pm - 2pm

Organiser: Digital Skills & Creativity Lab
Location: online
Open to: Everyone

Tried Google Forms and feel the need for something stronger? Or maybe you’ve heard of Qualtrics but don’t know where to start? Dive into our Essential Qualtrics Bitesize training session, where we'll guide you through the basics of this advanced survey design platform. We will explore topics including:

• Qualtrics basics & getting started
• Survey formatting & customisation
• Implementing skip logic and survey flow for a tailored respondent experience
• Settings & sharing.

Data: Gathering data

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Strategies to Increase Reading Speed

Friday 23 October 2026 1pm - 2.30pm

Organiser: Academic Skills
Location: online
Open to: Everyone

Let's learn how reading strategies, such as skimming, scanning, text navigation, and deducing meaning from context, can be applied to the reading of academic texts and considerably speed up our reading.

Find related online resources here: https://subjectguides.york.ac.uk/skills/reading

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Critically evaluating information: What makes a credible source?

Friday 23 October 2026 2pm - 4pm

Organiser: Library and Archives
Location: online
Open to: Everyone

In this session we'll think broadly about what makes a reliable source of information. We'll start by considering online sources and how, given so many voices, and the growth of generative artificial intelligence, we can possibly hope to tell truth from lies. We’ll explore frameworks for evaluating information and determining credibility, and we'll consider why some sources are considered more reliable than others. We'll also start to look at how we might use such sources in support of an academic argument.

Being critical: Evaluating information Searching for information: Academic sources

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