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Professor Divine Charura MBE honoured with prestigious psychology fellowship
Professor Divine Charura MBE has been awarded a fellowship by the Division of Coaching Psychology in recognition of his impact on the profession and commitment to excellence.
- 13 July 2026
- Staff
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Illustration student’s joy and surprise as her gargoyle comes to 'life’
The Scholar’s Keeper is part of city-wide Watchers of York: Sculpture Trail.
- 10 July 2026
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Rising student satisfaction scores put York St John in the top third of universities in the UK
University welcomes positive NSS results.
- 9 July 2026
- Students
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North Yorkshire river project delivers 9 ways to drive positive environmental change
York St John University report highlights the power of community engagement, spending time in nature and sharing local know-how across generations.
- 7 July 2026
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York St John student crowned winner at Game Republic Showcase
Games Design student takes top prize at industry showcase.
- 7 July 2026
- Students
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Industrial waste management firm named York and North Yorkshire’s top ranked business for 2026
The region’s business community gathers at York St John University for the prestigious Top 100 awards
- 25 June 2026
- Community
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Poetry in Motion: Creative Writing lecturer’s work connects passengers with the history of reopened railway
Dr John Challis ‘honoured’ to see his verse brought to life at stations along the Northumberland Line.
- 22 June 2026
- Community
- Research
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York St John University’s science labs earn internationally recognised sustainability accreditation
LEAF certification awarded for efforts to reduce our environmental impact.
- 11 June 2026
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Teachers, educators, parents and policymakers invited to online showcase of education research
From preparing school students for the workplace to new ways to boost engagement and attendance for neurodivergent pupils
- 8 June 2026
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North Yorkshire leading the way with UK’s first Protected Landscape-led Natural Health Service
Protected Landscapes should be formally recognised as a core part of the UK’s national infrastructure supporting health, prevention, and community wellbeing, according to a major new report by York St John University.
- 3 June 2026
- Research
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York St John appoints Justine Andrew as new Chair of the Board of Governors
Former Partner and Head of Education Skills and Productivity at KPMG UK brings extensive higher education and governance experience to key role
Professor Divine Charura MBE honoured with prestigious psychology fellowship
Professor Divine Charura MBE has been awarded a fellowship by the Division of Coaching Psychology in recognition of his impact on the profession and commitment to excellence.
- Staff
Illustration student’s joy and surprise as her gargoyle comes to 'life’
The Scholar’s Keeper is part of city-wide Watchers of York: Sculpture Trail.
Rising student satisfaction scores put York St John in the top third of universities in the UK
University welcomes positive NSS results.
- Students
North Yorkshire river project delivers 9 ways to drive positive environmental change
York St John University report highlights the power of community engagement, spending time in nature and sharing local know-how across generations.
York St John student crowned winner at Game Republic Showcase
Games Design student takes top prize at industry showcase.
- Students
Industrial waste management firm named York and North Yorkshire’s top ranked business for 2026
The region’s business community gathers at York St John University for the prestigious Top 100 awards
- Community
Statement in response to the Supreme Court ruling on the legal definition of sex
This update follows the UK Supreme Court's ruling, in relation to For Women Scotland (Ltd) versus the Scottish Ministers, and the subsequent guidance published by the Equality and Human Rights Commission.
- Community
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York St John celebrates a triple win at North Yorkshire Apprenticeship Awards
York St John University apprentices and staff secure three award wins and two commendations at the 4th annual North Yorkshire Apprenticeship Awards held in June.
- Academic Success
Work towards key sustainable development goals propels York St John University into global impact rankings
THE Sustainable Impact Ratings assess how universities worldwide advance sustainability.
- Campus & Estates
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