Things to know this week - 1 February 2021

Posted on 1 February 2021

The weekly student news summary.

Coronavirus: update summary

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While everything can feel a bit gloomy in light of Covid-19, we want to remind people that the world's not just full of negative experiences right now and we need your help to do so. We want to know how you've been getting on during Covid-19 and to hear your story as to how you've been coping with this rather different year at university; from positive encounters to tips on coping with self-isolation and lockdown life. Get in touch to share your story.

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1. Time to talk

Thursday 4 February is Time to Talk Day, a day when everyone is encouraged to talk about mental health. The more conversations we have, the more barriers we can break down, helping to end the stigma that many people can feel about mental health problems. Download your Time to Talk Day Bingo Card for inspiration on how to make time to talk.

2. How to make the most of supervisor meetings

The Academic Skills Community has online skills workshops and community groups taking place every day. Highlights this week include a new series of Dissertation Skills workshops and how to make the best of the supervisor-student relationship - a very important, but often overlooked, aspect of your academic life! We also want your suggestions for further skills sessions. Find out more and sign up for the supervision workshop.

3. Sexual Violence Awareness Week

Get involved with events marking Sexual Violence Awareness Week. Share a light on social media with #ItsNotOkYork or enter the ARTivism competition for the chance to win a £100 Amazon voucher. Events include taking a look at lad culture, disability and sexual violence, and how you could be a Survive ambassador. We also outline support if you have been impacted by sexual violence. Find out more about Sexual Violence Awareness Week.

4. Job opportunity: Student Expert Panel

Apply to join the Student Expert Panel to ensure that student experiences, needs and perspectives are represented in the work of the University. We particularly encourage applications from postgraduate students, undergraduates who are not in their final year of study, and students who come from underrepresented groups. Application deadline: Friday 12 February. Find out more about this paid role.

5. Have your say - YUSUggestions Teaching and Learning webinar

Join YUSU’s Sabbatical officers for a student webinar on Tuesday 2 February to share your ideas and discuss how to improve your academic experience at York. The Pro-Vice-Chancellor for Learning, Teaching and Students and other University representatives will be on hand to answer your questions. 

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