Things to know this week
Things to know this week - 9 October 2023: Take part in York research for World Mental Health Day
Posted on 9 October 2023
UoY community update
IMPORTANT: Have you completed your ‘Right to Study’ check?
- All new students must upload evidence of your right to study in the UK to e:Vision.
- International students who do not have, or have not applied for, a Student visa need to upload evidence AND THEN attend a registration event BEFORE 4.30pm tomorrow (10 October) so that your evidence can be verified.
- You need to provide evidence or you may be withdrawn from your degree. If you’re experiencing problems, the Visa Compliance team are happy to help: email right-to-study@york.ac.uk.
Yorkshire Marathon car park closures
Campus West will be extremely busy from Thursday and over the coming weekend (12-16 October) with limited access and restricted parking due to the Yorkshire Marathon. See the full list of car park closures and restrictions this weekend.New look for classroom PCs
From tomorrow (10 October), all classroom PCs will have a new University branded lock screen. The design celebrates the University with three iconic University of York buildings: Ron Cooke Hub, Central Hall and Heslington Hall.
1. Take part in York research for World Mental Health Day
Tomorrow (10 October) is World Mental Health Day. You can play a part in important research taking place right here at York by completing our SWANS survey into student wellbeing. By letting us know in the survey how you have been feeling over the past couple of weeks, you’ll contribute to much-needed research into student wellbeing so that we can inform effective strategies to support students generally and make positive developments in our student support services. Check your UoY inbox tomorrow for your invitation to take part in the SWANS survey.
And, don’t forget, there are lots of people at the university who are here to help with your wellbeing. You can also download the TalkCampus app to talk with other students about the ups and downs of student life.
2. Get active: could you walk to campus?
Walking, if you are able to, is a great way to keep active and has a positive impact on physical and mental wellbeing. Encounter landscaped gardens, tranquil lakes and our vast wildlife as you move around campus. Check out our inter-campus travel guide and learn about sustainable methods of transport. Want to improve your fitness? See York Sport’s Wellness Wednesday offer.
3. Celebrating Black History Month
Throughout October, we're marking Black History Month which this year has the theme 'Saluting our Sisters'. Find out more about our actions as a University, about local and national groups and networks, and about the events on offer, including film screenings, discussions, and a gentle hair day. Find out more about Black History Month.
4. Try out tech for free
Explore Augmented Reality (AR), 3D design, podcasting, 360 filming and recording, video editing, plus much more, for FREE at the Creativity Lab in the Library. There are events and training sessions including introductory kit workshops or get one-to-one with the Lab Technologist - perfect if you are working on a specific project but are facing some challenges. There are also drop-in days throughout the week that are a great way to build on digital skills and experience. Find out what you could do with the Creativity Lab.
5. Rate your Landlord has arrived in York
We’ve teamed up with YUSU, York St John University and Unipol Student Homes to launch Rate Your Landlord York, a review and ratings website that allows student tenants to leave feedback about their renting experiences. It’s an open, fair and balanced forum for tenants to have their say, for landlords to respond, and for students to learn what's what in the world of renting. Whether it’s good or bad experiences, head to Rate Your Landlord York now to have your say - every review is an entry into a prize draw to win £250 cash!
Offers, competitions and paid opportunities
- Did you know you can get lots of software for free or at a discount as a UoY student?
- Get free access to York Sport gyms between 12-4pm on Wednesday (11 October) with their Wellness Wednesday offer (spaces are limited)
- A chance to win £1000 with the Santander Universities Brighter Futures Grants
- Enter the Great York Cake Off competition for the chance to win over £100 worth of baking goodies or come to the all-you-can-eat cake event for just £1!
Log on to Handshake, our careers platform, for jobs and opportunities.
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