Students
Monday 18 May to Friday 22 May
Browse our events taking place from Monday 18 May to Friday 22 May 2026.
Monday 18 May
PGR Focus and Write: Online
Monday 18 May
1.30pm to 3.00pm, Microsoft Teams
Struggling to find time and focus for your writing? Focus and Write gives you dedicated writing time each week in a quiet, supportive environment with fellow postgraduate researchers.
This is a weekly event.
Tuesday 19 May
Morning prayer Culture and faith
Tuesday 19 May
9.00am to 9.30am, Chapel
A little prayer, a little silence and a lot of peace to start your day.
This event runs every week from Tuesday to Friday.
Soup-er Space Health and wellbeing
Tuesday 19 May
12.00pm to 1.00pm, Holgate 013
Turns out there is such a thing as a free lunch! Come for soup, cake and a chat.
This is a weekly event.
Wednesday 20 May
Morning prayer Culture and faith
Wednesday 20 May
9.00am to 9.30am, Chapel
A little prayer, a little silence and a lot of peace to start your day.
This event runs every week from Tuesday to Friday.
Wild Wednesdays Health and wellbeing
Wednesday 20 May
12.00pm to 2.00pm, outside Students' Union
Take part in fun, hands-on eco activities and learn how to live more sustainably while connecting with nature.
This is a weekly event.
International Academic Discussion Group Learning, opportunities and growth
Wednesday 20 May
1.00pm to 2.00pm, Cordukes 005
Join fellow international students for engaging academic discussions, tips, and peer support.
This is a weekly event.
Mindful Wednesdays Health and wellbeing
Wednesday 20 May
1.15pm to 1.45pm, Dharmic Prayer Room (Chapel)
Come to the Chapel for half an hour of relaxation, planting yourself in the moment and gathering your energy for the rest of the day. Open to all.
This is a weekly event.
Thursday 21 May
Morning prayer Culture and faith
Thursday 21 May
9.00am to 9.30am, Chapel
A little prayer, a little silence and a lot of peace to start your day.
This event runs every week from Tuesday to Friday.
English Conversation Group Learning, opportunities and growth
Thursday 21 May
12.00pm, Chapel Kitchen
Opportunity for international students to improve your English and learn more about British culture.
This is a weekly event.
Knitterati Health and wellbeing
Thursday 21 May
12.00pm to 2.00pm, Chapel Kitchen
Drop in with your knitting or crochet, your lunch, your chat, or just yourself. Needles and yarn are available for those who want to learn or borrow, as well as hot drinks and cake.
This is a weekly event.
PGR Focus and Write: On campus
Thursday 21 May
1.30pm to 3.00pm, Future You Careers Centre (Holgate 013)
Struggling to find time and focus for your writing? Focus and Write gives you dedicated writing time each week in a quiet, supportive environment with fellow postgraduate researchers.
This is a weekly event.
Exploring Christianity – What is Christianity? Culture and faith
Thursday 21 May
2.00pm to 3.00pm, Chapel Kitchen
A short introduction to Jesus and the Bible. All are welcome.
This is a weekly event.
Mindful Breathing (online) Health and wellbeing
Thursday 21 May
7.30pm to 9.00pm, online
A guided Buddhist meditation practice run by Peter Harvey (Buddhist Faith Advisor). Contact chaplaincy@yorksj.ac.uk for more information.
This is a weekly event.
Friday 22 May
Morning prayer Culture and faith
Friday 22 May
9.00am to 9.30am, Chapel
A little prayer, a little silence and a lot of peace to start your day.
This event runs every week from Tuesday to Friday.
Eucharist Culture and faith
Friday 22 May
12.30pm to 1.00pm, Chapel
A celebration of Holy Communion to feed to soul, while still leaving time to feed your body. Everyone welcome.
This is a weekly event.
Jummah Prayer Culture and faith
Friday 22 May
Lunchtime, Al Fihri Prayer Room, Quad North 008
Khutbah and Salat to refresh the soul. Open to all members of the York St John community.
For more details, contact our Muslim Faith Advisor, Rasha at r.ibrahim1@yorksj.ac.uk.
This is a weekly event.