News in 2022
Tuesday 6 December 2022
Works planned to the water main on University Road, which would have potentially affected water supplies to Campus West, have now been delayed until the first week in January.
Tuesday 6 December 2022
We are pleased to announce that the University of York has ranked 69 in this year's league ranking.
Wednesday 30 November 2022
On 6 and 7 December, there will be a planned power outage for approximately 4-6 hours in Market Square and Wentworth College Sub-Stations.
Wednesday 30 November 2022
Central car park will be closed between 5 and 7 December and partially closed between 12 and 16 December.
Monday 21 November 2022
Be prepared for some disruption due to accommodation improvements, roadworks and a new campus nursery
Tuesday 15 November 2022
An annual progress report on the Sustainability Plan at the University of York in 2021/22
Thursday 3 November 2022
Cyclists - claim free high-visibility vests, bike lights and ankle reflectors
Tuesday 25 October 2022
As the threat of cyber attack globally increases we must ensure we secure ourselves against these growing problems. A breach of online security has the potential to impact everyone in the university community.
Thursday 20 October 2022
Enter any design or photo to our Christmas card competition for the chance to win an iPad. Runners up will also get a £50 voucher.
Thursday 13 October 2022
World class sport is coming to York.
Tuesday 11 October 2022
Be prepared for possible delays throughout November due to roadworks on University Road
Tuesday 27 September 2022
We are calling for entries to a new international competition which is offering three prizes of one million Swiss Francs each for disruptive solutions to the climate crisis.
Wednesday 14 September 2022
The Bike Doctor is hosting free bike maintenance workshops on campus for staff and students in October 2022.
Wednesday 14 September 2022
Today we have launched a survey to evaluate the effectiveness of the remote working policy.
Wednesday 14 September 2022
As we start the new academic year, all staff are invited to join the Vice-Chancellor and University Executive Board for updates and a question and answer session.
Friday 26 August 2022
Over the summer, we've been working with First Bus York and we're pleased to say that although some fares are rising, the free zone around campus and the 20 tickets for £20 offer will remain.
Tuesday 23 August 2022
The new Student Centre planned for Campus West is one of the University's transformational initiatives. We're inviting you to engagement events so you can find out why the building is important to the University.
Tuesday 23 August 2022
This summer, Environmental Sustainability at York (ESAY) launched York Living Labs (YLL), a new initiative aimed at bringing our university community together to improve sustainability across campus.
Monday 15 August 2022
Over the past academic year, 22, out of 24 teams, were awarded for their achievements in the Green Impact initiative, alongside individuals who were recognised for their own efforts.
Sunday 31 July 2022
Our three new schools have officially launched today.
Wednesday 6 July 2022
The Computer Science building on Campus East has been renamed the Ian Wand Building, after one of the first professors of Computer Science at the University.
Wednesday 6 July 2022
The University has been ranked top in the Russell Group for academic support, according to the latest National Student Survey.
Tuesday 28 June 2022
We are delighted to announce that the York Graduate Research School (YGRS) has been recognised for its work at the forefront of PGR wellbeing, winning the FindAPhd Outstanding Contribution to Postgraduate Student Wellbeing award.
Thursday 23 June 2022
The University of York is delighted to be working in partnership with the City of York Council to provide unwanted bicycles to Ukrainian refugees.
Tuesday 21 June 2022
The University hosted a Technician Commitment signatory event at the Guildhall last week.
Wednesday 15 June 2022
June 20-26 is Refugee Week. To celebrate this we will be holding a number of events while raising awareness of issues affecting refugees and asylum seekers and the support that’s available at the University and within the city.
Tuesday 14 June 2022
To thank you for your hard work, the Vice-Chancellor would like to invite you to a staff party.
Saturday 4 June 2022
Senior leaders from CITY College, University of York Europe Campus in Greece, will visit the University this week, from Monday 6 June to Thursday 9 June, to celebrate our joint collaborations over the past year.
Friday 27 May 2022
Simply complete the short survey to be in with a chance of winning a £350 gift card.
Thursday 26 May 2022
Over the extended Bank Holiday (Thursday 2 and Friday 3 June), most buildings will be closed.
Tuesday 24 May 2022
Following a design competition, the university has selected a partnership between UK based architects ADP and O’Donnell + Tuomey as the designers for the new Student Centre.
Tuesday 24 May 2022
Do you want to develop yourself and grow your career at the University?
Wednesday 18 May 2022
The TIER freezone trial currently operating on campus for E-scooter and E-cycle rentals is coming to an end on 1 July 2022.
Thursday 12 May 2022
Some disruption is to be expected on University Road from 16 May to 20 May
Wednesday 11 May 2022
Campus East car park will be fully closed on 17 May and partially closed on 16 May.
Friday 29 April 2022
York Festival of Ideas returns from 11 to 24 June with an eclectic programme featuring over 150 free online and in-person events.
Tuesday 19 April 2022
To keep staff and students up to date about the progress of the new Student Centre, we have launched a dedicated web portal.
Tuesday 19 April 2022
It’s time to announce the winner of the David Kato College shield design competition!
Tuesday 12 April 2022
Run an activity, welcome festival-goers and be a part of this year’s York Pride.
Monday 4 April 2022
Your chance to vote for your chosen charity
Friday 18 March 2022
Following the introduction of single-use coffee cup bins on campus in 2020 in an aim to further reduce our plastic waste, we have now recycled over 11,000 single-use coffee cups.
Thursday 17 March 2022
On Thursday 17 March, the University VC wrote to all staff and PG researchers to share information about the University's ongoing response to the situation in Ukraine.
Monday 14 March 2022
On Wednesday 2 March, the University VC made a statement on Ukraine which was shared to all staff and students by email, and posted on social media.
Tuesday 8 March 2022
As of Monday 14 March, Paysmarti will no longer be available to use in Pay & Display car parks.
Monday 7 March 2022
As more of us return to campus it is important to have an understanding of how you travel to and around the university, as well as what improvements you want to see made.
Sunday 27 February 2022
Thursday 3 March is University Mental Health Day, and the University has given over the whole week to activities promoting positive mental health and wellbeing.
Wednesday 16 February 2022
University employees can benefit from a free will writing offer with Dunham McCarthy.
Wednesday 16 February 2022
The latest edition of the Legacy newsletter is now available to view
Tuesday 15 February 2022
With the passing of Ken Dixon, the University has lost one of its most remarkable, committed, enthusiastic and generous champions.
Monday 14 February 2022
Our February update includes progress reports, information about One Planet Week events, and suggestions that will enable you to become involved in promoting sustainability.
Tuesday 8 February 2022
Our Bin the bin campaign aims to reduce waste and increase recycling, as part of our Sustainability Plan.
Thursday 3 February 2022
The University of York Catering and Hospitality team have released the latest figures from their YORCUP initiative and they show that the scheme has stopped 1 MILLION single-use plastic cups from going in to landfill in just three years*.
Tuesday 25 January 2022
We have recently received a number of complaints from the local community around the impact of University-related traffic.
Tuesday 11 January 2022
Careers and Placements are delighted to award Emer Bealin Kelly “Campus Intern of the Year”.