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News at York St John University
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York Business Festival returns to offer free practical support, insights and networking for businesses across the region
York St John University brings together business leaders, industry professionals and academic experts for inspiring two-day programme.
- 23 September 2026
- Community
- Events
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York Environment Festival comes to York St John
Events on campus to connect people with the natural world and focus on future generations.
- 21 September 2026
- Community
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Haunted history awaits as York St John University’s King’s Manor hosts ghostly cultural trail
Historic King’s Manor to feature in York’s Ghosts in the Gardens trail, with more than 70 sculptures appearing across the city from 19 September to 1 November.
- 15 September 2026
- Campus & Estates
- Events
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Student researchers win top awards from York Georgian Society
York St John researchers take both prizes in the first year the University is eligible to enter.
- 14 September 2026
- Academic Success
- Students
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York and North Yorkshire Policy Lab report recommends £1 a night visitor levy in York and North Yorkshire
York Business School commissioned Mayor David Skaith has proposed a flat £1 a night visitor levy in York and North Yorkshire.
- 7 September 2026
- Research
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Student initiative to ‘make life more sustainable and affordable’ shortlisted for prestigious Green Gown Award 2026
The Friendly Living Fund micro-grants scheme recognised for its innovative approach to supporting student-led sustainability and cost-of-living projects.
- 24 August 2026
- Awards
- Students
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Weight loss drug users turn to social media over doctors for advice, new study finds
York St John University collaborates on timely research into perceptions, attitudes, and experiences of Ozempic, Wegovy and Mounjaro use in the UK.
- 19 August 2026
- Research
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"Come as You Are" to the UK’s first academic conference dedicated to grunge
York St John hosts Grunge Included, an exploration of the evolution, cultural context and enduring impact of the grunge movement.
- 14 August 2026
- Events
- Research
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England’s Over 75s veterans release charity anthem ahead of 1966 World Cup anniversary match with Germany
'England Together' was produced by Chris Johnson, Course Lead in Music Production at York St John University.
- 27 July 2026
- Research
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New chapter for King's Manor as York St John University moves in
Historic medieval landmark in York to continue its long tradition as a place of education.
- 23 July 2026
- Campus & Estates
Latest news
York Business Festival returns to offer free practical support, insights and networking for businesses across the region
York St John University brings together business leaders, industry professionals and academic experts for inspiring two-day programme.
- Community
- Events
York Environment Festival comes to York St John
Events on campus to connect people with the natural world and focus on future generations.
- Community
Haunted history awaits as York St John University’s King’s Manor hosts ghostly cultural trail
Historic King’s Manor to feature in York’s Ghosts in the Gardens trail, with more than 70 sculptures appearing across the city from 19 September to 1 November.
- Campus & Estates
- Events
Student researchers win top awards from York Georgian Society
York St John researchers take both prizes in the first year the University is eligible to enter.
- Academic Success
- Students
York and North Yorkshire Policy Lab report recommends £1 a night visitor levy in York and North Yorkshire
York Business School commissioned Mayor David Skaith has proposed a flat £1 a night visitor levy in York and North Yorkshire.
- Research
Message of support following flooding in Nepal
We have a significant community of Nepali students and staff at York St John, and this will be a very worrying time for anyone affected, particularly those who have family and friends there.
Student initiative to ‘make life more sustainable and affordable’ shortlisted for prestigious Green Gown Award 2026
The Friendly Living Fund micro-grants scheme recognised for its innovative approach to supporting student-led sustainability and cost-of-living projects.
- Awards
- Students
Weight loss drug users turn to social media over doctors for advice, new study finds
York St John University collaborates on timely research into perceptions, attitudes, and experiences of Ozempic, Wegovy and Mounjaro use in the UK.
- Research
"Come as You Are" to the UK’s first academic conference dedicated to grunge
York St John hosts Grunge Included, an exploration of the evolution, cultural context and enduring impact of the grunge movement.
- Events
- Research
School leavers and their families offered free online sessions to demystify Clearing ahead of A level results day
Pre-results day events aim to take some of the stress out of the rush for university places
- Events
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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01904 876 466
To contact us out of hours, phone 07812 365 499
