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Student success celebrated at London campus graduation ceremonies
Student success celebrated at London campus graduation ceremonies.
- 19 March 2026
- Events
- Students
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“Outstanding” work sees York St John University revalidated for MOD Gold Employer Recognition Scheme
Accolade acknowledges our sustained commitment to supporting the Armed Forces community.
- 6 March 2026
- Community
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Teachers report limited or no training to support neurodivergent pupils, new study finds
Research from York St John University and the University of Surrey finds training of neurodiversity within the classroom to be an area of concern.
- 4 March 2026
- Research
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Redefining creativity in the age of generative AI
Internationally acclaimed VFX artist and Visiting Professor at York St John University to give free lecture on how generative AI (artificial intelligence) is transforming creative practice.
- 19 February 2026
- Events
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Charities and social enterprise groups offered funding and academic expertise to support community projects in Yorkshire
Community Research Grants 2026 offer expanded opportunities from York St John University research institutes.
- 2 February 2026
- Research
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York St John joins global initiative to improve research evaluation
York St John University signs the Declaration on Research Assessment (DORA), strengthening its commitment to fair, transparent, and inclusive approaches to equitable research assessment and academic career advancement.
- 30 January 2026
- Research
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Warm Spaces cinema returns to York
York St John University's Cinema & Social Justice team offer free film screenings for people trying to stay warm this winter.
- 23 January 2026
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York St John becomes the first university in the UK to use revolutionary maternity simulator that actually gives birth
Midwifery students can use Mama Anne to prepare for the most challenging scenarios in labour and birth.
- 19 January 2026
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Nursing lecturer awarded prestigious title of Queen’s Nurse
Jaime Day recognised for her work in patient care, learning and leadership.
- 6 January 2026
- Staff
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Professor of Counselling Psychology appointed MBE in New Year Honours list 2026
Professor Divine Charura is honoured for services to inclusion and the advancement of counselling and psychotherapy research and practice.
- 5 January 2026
- Awards
Latest news
Student success celebrated at London campus graduation ceremonies
Student success celebrated at London campus graduation ceremonies.
- Events
- Students
“Outstanding” work sees York St John University revalidated for MOD Gold Employer Recognition Scheme
Accolade acknowledges our sustained commitment to supporting the Armed Forces community.
- Community
Teachers report limited or no training to support neurodivergent pupils, new study finds
Research from York St John University and the University of Surrey finds training of neurodiversity within the classroom to be an area of concern.
- Research
International Women's Day at York St John
A round up of events taking place at York St John for International Women's Day 2026.
- Community
- Events
Redefining creativity in the age of generative AI
Internationally acclaimed VFX artist and Visiting Professor at York St John University to give free lecture on how generative AI (artificial intelligence) is transforming creative practice.
- Events
Visiting Professor boost for globally impactful youth sport development research
The School of Science, Technology and Health welcomes Professor Stephen Cobley from the University of Sydney.
Charities and social enterprise groups offered funding and academic expertise to support community projects in Yorkshire
Community Research Grants 2026 offer expanded opportunities from York St John University research institutes.
- Research
York St John joins global initiative to improve research evaluation
York St John University signs the Declaration on Research Assessment (DORA), strengthening its commitment to fair, transparent, and inclusive approaches to equitable research assessment and academic career advancement.
- Research
Annual awards celebrate excellence in infant feeding support
The winners of this year’s Yorkshire and Humber Infant Feeding Awards have been announced at a special ceremony at York St John University.
- Awards
Warm Spaces cinema returns to York
York St John University's Cinema & Social Justice team offer free film screenings for people trying to stay warm this winter.
Contact the Communications team
The Communications team promotes the work and expertise of York St John University. We manage external public and media relations and internal communication channels for staff and student audiences.
We are the point of contact for all media enquiries and in addition to issuing regular news stories from the University our team can:
- Connect you with academic experts for expert comment
- Provide background information relating to work at the University
- Supply photographs of the campus and University events on request
- Arrange for film crews and photographers to visit the campus
- Arrange interviews with senior management and academics
- Provide support and advice for staff in their engagement with media
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