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Things to know this week - 2 Dec 2024: A long time until your next loan instalment?

Posted on 2 December 2024

Welcome to your student news summary of key things happening this week.

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UoY community update

16-20 Dec: Temporary closure of the Student Hub reception
Due to building work to the entrance of Sally Baldwin D block, the Student Hub reception will be closed between 16-20 December 2024. You will still be able to contact the Student Hub via phone, email, Live Chat or scheduled appointments but you won’t be able to drop-in that week.

Winter hibernation: some campus spaces take a break
To reduce costs and lower our carbon footprint this winter, some buildings on campus will be closed from 14 December 2024 to 5 January 2025. Facilities, catering outlets, the Library and many other areas will remain open for those staying in York over the winter break.

1. Does it feel like a long time until your next loan instalment?

See our five steps to managing your money for help with budgeting, saving and sources of funding. Sign up for Blackbullion for free with your UoY email address to access loads of resources and advice, including their blog post on What's your money mindset? And don’t forget, if you are struggling, take a look at our cost of living support for students and reach out to the specialist trained advisers in the Student Hub - they want to help.

2. One-to-one study support

Book a free and confidential one-to-one appointment with experienced tutors: 

  • Get some clarity on how to create successful study strategies with a Study Coaching appointment
  • Get advice on how to improve your academic writing at the Writing Centre
  • Tackle mathematical concepts and data analysis at the Maths Skills Centre

3. Boost your data skills

Whether you're tackling a data-heavy assignment or want to boost your analytical skills, the Maths Skills Centre can help at the Introduction to R workshop on 9 December.

4. Develop your digital creativity

Looking to develop podcasting, filmmaking or storytelling skills? Or maybe draw with Virtual Reality? Take a look at the fun and exciting workshops coming up in the Creativity Lab, including the Digital Creativity Day on 9 January where you can explore digital creativity techniques and tools to ‘Invent a Story’.

5. Give to the Giving Tree

New student-led charity, Shelter Support, are aiding homeless people in York this Christmas with Giving Trees. Donate gifts to those struggling - just pick a tag from the Giving Trees around campus and return your gift to the donation boxes next to the trees. Find out where to find the Giving Trees on campus.

Offers, competitions and paid opportunities

Log on to Handshake, our careers platform, for jobs and opportunities.

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