De-stress Fest

The meditation pod is open in Holgate, for you to find some peace and quiet in your day. Surround yourself with fairy lights and soft blankets and use this space to meditate and find some quiet amongst the hustle and bustle. Just open the computer and hit play for some mindful tunes.

9.00am to 6.00pm
Holgate Student Centre

Spend a few minutes (or hours!) getting in touch with your creative side. Make an intricate diamond painting or a colourful scratch art masterpiece.

12.00pm to 2.00pm
LaunchPad

Come and say hello to our friendly Global Campus team!

2.00pm to 3.00pm
Global Campus Office

Join yoga teacher, Ruth, as you flow through a beginner's yoga class. All equipment will be provided. Please wear comfy clothes you can stretch in! Places are free and available on a first come, first served basis.

5.00pm to 5.45pm
Dharmic Prayer Room in the Chapel

Book your place

Release your inner artist and join us in the Students' Union for a laid-back pottery painting session. Get creative while listening to some chilled tunes and sipping on some pop, prosecco or pints! Tickets cost £7.

Tag @ysju_global in your Instagram posts to win one of 5 tickets. Each tag will enter you into the draw.

5.00pm to 6.00pm
Students' Union Lounge

Tickets will be available to book here soon.

Join the Running Society for a beginner friendly 5k run starting at the Students' Union. Please remember to wear appropriate clothing and footwear.

6.30pm
Meet at the Students' Union

The Peace Garden next to the Chapel is a relaxing, calm space, where you will find benches, curved paths, a water fountain and the beautiful Peace Tree from Japan. Take a map from the Holgate Reception Desk and explore to your heart's content.

All day
Peace Garden

The Library is home to a puzzle table, all day games cafe and wellbeing wall. Puzzles are great for the mind as they allow you to focus and clear your mind of busy thoughts. The Library's Games Cafe, on the ground floor, has a variety of board games available for you to play. The wellbeing wall, also on the ground floor, has resources to help improve your wellbeing and welfare.

All day
Library

Come along to the second booth in Holgate to de-stress with mindful colouring, a creative way to take your mind to a calmer place. If your mind is feeling busy with thoughts, pick up free colouring sheets from the Global Campus Hub any time you are passing.

All day
Holgate Student Centre

Visit the Students' Union to play some board games with your friends. Soak up the relaxed atmosphere, grab a drink or a bite to eat and just have fun!

All day
Students' Union

Take a book, leave a book! The Global Campus bookshelf is located just outside our office in Holgate and has a variety of books available for you to take and read. You can also place any books on the shelf that you no longer need.

All day
Global Campus Office

The meditation pod is open in Holgate, for you to find some peace and quiet in your day. Surround yourself with fairy lights and soft blankets and use this space to meditate and find some quiet amongst the hustle and bustle. Just open the computer and hit play for some mindful tunes.

9.00am to 6.00pm
Holgate Student Centre

Join our Global Ambassadors on a scenic walk to the beautiful Museum Gardens. Soak up the various plants, flowers and wildlife and take in all that nature has to offer.

10.00am to 12.00pm
Meet at Global Campus Office

Come along and join the York St John Chaplaincy team in Launchpad for some delicious free soup and a friendly chat! Arrive in good time to avoid disappointment. 

12.00pm to 1.00pm
LaunchPad

Come and say hello to our friendly Global Campus team!

2.00pm to 3.00pm
Global Campus Office

Join the Big Pub Quiz at the Students' Union with your friends and leave your worries at the door! Making time to have fun is important during this stressful study period.

Starts at 7.00pm
Students' Union

The Peace Garden next to the Chapel is a relaxing, calm space, where you will find benches, curved paths, a water fountain and the beautiful Peace Tree from Japan. Take a map from the Holgate Reception Desk and explore to your heart’s content.

All day
Peace Garden

The Library is home to a puzzle table, all day games cafe and wellbeing wall. Puzzles are great for the mind as they allow you to focus and clear your mind of busy thoughts. The Library's Games Cafe, on the ground floor, has a variety of board games available for you to play. The wellbeing wall, also on the ground floor, has resources to help improve your wellbeing and welfare.

All day
Library

Come along to the second booth in Holgate to de-stress with mindful colouring, a creative way to take your mind to a calmer place. If your mind is feeling busy with thoughts, pick up free colouring sheets from the Global Campus Hub any time you are passing.

All day
Holgate Student Centre

Visit the Students' Union to play some board games with your friends. Soak up the relaxed atmosphere, grab a drink or a bite to eat and just have fun!

All day
Students' Union

Take a book, leave a book! The Global Campus bookshelf is located just outside our office in Holgate and has a variety of books available for you to take and read. You can also place any books on the shelf that you no longer need.

All day
Global Campus Office

The meditation pod is open in Holgate, for you to find some peace and quiet in your day. Surround yourself with fairy lights and soft blankets and use this space to meditate and find some quiet amongst the hustle and bustle. Just open the computer and hit play for some mindful tunes.

9.00am to 6.00pm
Holgate Student Centre

Spend some time with York St John's very own therapy dog, Blue. He is here to bring you joy and show you some adorable affection!  

12.30pm to 2.00pm
Holgate Student Centre

In collaboration with York St John Chaplaincy. If you need a break from worrying, mindfulness can help. Join this guided meditation in the Chapel for a bit of practice on staying in the present moment. No need to book. 

1.15pm to 1.45pm
Chapel

Come and say hello to our friendly Global Campus team!

2.00pm to 3.00pm
Global Campus Office

Join us to discuss a range of topics.

2.00pm to 3.30pm
Students' Union Lounge

The Peace Garden next to the Chapel is a relaxing, calm space, where you will find benches, curved paths, a water fountain and the beautiful Peace Tree from Japan. Take a map from the Holgate Reception Desk and explore to your heart's content.

All day
Peace Garden

The Library is home to a puzzle table, all day games cafe and wellbeing wall. Puzzles are great for the mind as they allow you to focus and clear your mind of busy thoughts. The Library's Games Cafe, on the ground floor, has a variety of board games available for you to play. The wellbeing wall, also on the ground floor, has resources to help improve your wellbeing and welfare.

All day
Library

Come along to the second booth in Holgate to de-stress with mindful colouring, a creative way to take your mind to a calmer place. If your mind is feeling busy with thoughts, pick up free colouring sheets from the Global Campus Hub any time you are passing.

All day
Holgate Student Centre

Visit the Students' Union to play some board games with your friends. Soak up the relaxed atmosphere, grab a drink or a bite to eat and just have fun!

All day
Students' Union

Take a book, leave a book! The Global Campus bookshelf is located just outside our office in Holgate and has a variety of books available for you to take and read. You can also place any books on the shelf that you no longer need.

All day
Global Campus Office

The meditation pod is open in Holgate, for you to find some peace and quiet in your day. Surround yourself with fairy lights and soft blankets and use this space to meditate and find some quiet amongst the hustle and bustle. Just open the computer and hit play for some mindful tunes.

9.00am to 6.00pm
Holgate Student Centre

Tired of staring at a screen all day? Wishing you could just switch everything off? Come to the Chapel where Wi-Fi doesn't work, and enjoy an hour or two off-line. You can play the piano, nap on a beanbag, read a book, build something out of Lego, do some colouring, learn how to knit, or even just gaze out of the beautiful windows. Everyone is welcome, no booking required.

12.00pm to 2.00pm
Chapel

Come and say hello to our friendly Global Campus team!

2.00pm to 3.00pm
Global Campus Office

The Library's Games Cafe is on the ground floor of Fountains and has a variety of board games available for you to have fun and relax with friends. This weekly event is a great way to meet new people and enjoy some good old-fashioned fun!

5.00pm to 7.00pm
Library

The Peace Garden next to the Chapel is a relaxing, calm space, where you will find benches, curved paths, a water fountain and the beautiful Peace Tree from Japan. Take a map from the Holgate Reception Desk and explore to your heart’s content.

All day
Peace Garden

The Library is home to a puzzle table, all day games cafe and wellbeing wall. Puzzles are great for the mind as they allow you to focus and clear your mind of busy thoughts. The Library's Games Cafe, on the ground floor, has a variety of board games available for you to play. The wellbeing wall, also on the ground floor, has resources to help improve your wellbeing and welfare.

All day
Library

Come along to the second booth in Holgate to de-stress with mindful colouring, a creative way to take your mind to a calmer place. If your mind is feeling busy with thoughts, pick up free colouring sheets from the Global Campus Hub any time you are passing.

All day
Holgate Student Centre

Visit the Students' Union to play some board games with your friends. Soak up the relaxed atmosphere, grab a drink or a bite to eat and just have fun!

All day
Students' Union

Take a book, leave a book! The Global Campus bookshelf is located just outside our office in Holgate and has a variety of books available for you to take and read. You can also place any books on the shelf that you no longer need.

All day
Global Campus Office

Come and talk to one of our ISLD team about any study-related questions or worries you have. If you're not sure what to do or what the problem is (or why), we will be glad to help. You might think your question is a very simple (or very complicated!) one, or that your English is not good enough, or you might think you should know the answer already. Please don't worry: come and ask us anyway.

9.00am to 10.00pm
Location to be confirmed

The meditation pod is open in Holgate, for you to find some peace and quiet in your day. Surround yourself with fairy lights and soft blankets and use this space to meditate and find some quiet amongst the hustle and bustle. Just open the computer and hit play for some mindful tunes.

9.00am to 6.00pm
Holgate Student Centre

Pet a pup and get your breakfast in one. No need to book, just turn up to say hello to Jaffa and grab a delicious breakfast pastry. Pastries first come, first served. 

9.30am to 11.30am
Students' Union Lounge (upstairs)

Spend a few minutes (or hours!) getting in touch with your creative side. Make an intricate diamond painting or a colourful scratch art masterpiece.

12.00pm to 2.00pm
LaunchPad

Come and say hello to our friendly Global Campus team!

2.00pm to 3.00pm
Global Campus Office

Join yoga teacher, Ruth, for a free session to learn how your breathing affects your mood and mentality. Practise helpful coping strategies and breathing techniques. Places are available on a first come, first served basis.

5.00pm to 5.45pm
Dharmic Prayer Room in the Chapel

Book your place

The Peace Garden next to the Chapel is a relaxing, calm space, where you will find benches, curved paths, a water fountain and the beautiful Peace Tree from Japan. Take a map from the Holgate Reception Desk and explore to your heart’s content.

All day
Peace Garden

The Library is home to a puzzle table, all day games cafe and wellbeing wall. Puzzles are great for the mind as they allow you to focus and clear your mind of busy thoughts. The Library's Games Cafe, on the ground floor, has a variety of board games available for you to play. The wellbeing wall, also on the ground floor, has resources to help improve your wellbeing and welfare.

All day
Library

Come along to the second booth in Holgate to de-stress with mindful colouring, a creative way to take your mind to a calmer place. If your mind is feeling busy with thoughts, pick up free colouring sheets from the Global Campus Hub any time you are passing.

All day
Holgate Student Centre

Visit the Students' Union to play some board games with your friends. Soak up the relaxed atmosphere, grab a drink or a bite to eat and just have fun!

All day
Students' Union

Take a book, leave a book! The Global Campus bookshelf is located just outside our office in Holgate and has a variety of books available for you to take and read. You can also place any books on the shelf that you no longer need.

All day
Global Campus Office