Things to know this week
Things to know this week - 11 January 2021
Posted on 11 January 2021
Coronavirus: update summary
Arrangements for Spring Term 2021
Following the new national lockdown, and to offer some level of stability to our students, we have made the very difficult decision that all classroom-based teaching activity will be delivered online for the entirety of the Spring Term.
Support to get reliable internet access
We are launching a service to help students living off campus with poor internet connectivity.
Self-isolation payments
If you’re a full-time student, living in York, and will lose income because of having to self-isolate, you can apply for a payment from York’s Public Health Covid Outbreak Management Fund.
1. Banish the winter blues and get the support you need
January can be difficult at the best of times. The NHS estimates that the winter blues, or seasonal affective disorder (SAD), affects around two million people in the UK. Read our tips to beat the winter blues. We also have a new programme of online wellbeing workshops this term. From overcoming worry and stress to getting a better night’s sleep, find out where you can get extra support from college tutors who understand. #UoYwellbeing
2. Got a new device?
If Santa brought a new laptop, tablet, or mobile, find out how to make the most of it. Learn how to connect to the network (whether on campus or elsewhere), keep your device safe and find out about discounted software. #UoYTips
3. Learn a language
Learn a language at a relaxed pace with a discounted Languages For All short course. A variety of languages are on offer with options for beginners through to advanced learners, including Chinese for Intercultural Understanding, Italian Conversation and Culture, and Polish for Everyday Communication. Hurry - registration closes on Thursday 14 January. Find out more and register for a Languages For All short course.
4. Take control of your future
There are a number of opportunities this term to further your personal development and explore your options:
- First year? Conduct your own funded research project and develop leadership skills. Applications close on Monday 1 February. Find out more about the Laidlaw Scholarship.
- Second year? A placement year is a structured work experience opportunity that can be integrated into your studies. Register for a placement year before Wednesday 20 January.
- Final year? Come to the Postgraduate Virtual Open Day on Thursday 4 February to speak with departments and current students and find out more about postgraduate study at York. Book your place at the Virtual Open Day.
5. Discover more at YorkTalks
Join us for a couple of hours or a whole day for thought-provoking talks about the amazing research under way across the University. From climate change to Covid, malaria to social media, come to YorkTalks on Wednesday 13 January to hear some of our best and brightest academic minds bring new thinking to major global and societal challenges. Book your place at YorkTalks 2021.
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