Week Four

Monday 19 October
11.00am to 12.00pm, Future You space - Holgate 013

Looking for a space to set your study goals or plan your week? This weekly planning hub with Study Development combines practical planning techniques with goal-setting strategies to keep you organised, focused, and motivated. 

Drop in to use the space and explore our resources, or book a 20-minute session with a Study Development Tutor for personalised guidance, below.

Book a 20-minute session

Monday 19 October
1.30pm to 3.00pm, online

Are you a PGR struggling to find time and focus for your writing? Focus and Write gives you two hours of dedicated writing time each week in a quiet, supportive environment with fellow postgraduate researchers. Open to all postgraduate researchers – no need to book.

Join online session (Microsoft Teams)

Tuesday 20 October
9.00am to 9.30pm, Chapel

Start your day with a short time of prayer and reflection. Everyone is welcome, it's a quiet opportunity to pause, reflect, and begin the day with others before campus gets busy.

Tuesday 20 October
12.00pm to 1.00pm, Future You Holgate 013

Drop in for a bowl of soup and a relaxed chat. Whether you're between lectures, looking to meet new people, or simply want somewhere to take a break, everyone is welcome to come along, enjoy some food, and spend time with others.

Tuesday 20 October
5.30pm to 7.00pm, Chapel Kitchen

Join the Pagan Faith Adviser and the Chaplain to chat about cosy books, drink chai lattes and make friends.

Tuesday 20 October 2026
6.00pm, Fountains Lecture Theatre

Join the SU Film Society for a free screening of Cool Runnings, complete with free drinks and snacks. While the cult classic is best known for its humour and feel-good story, it also provides an opportunity to explore some of the themes and discussions highlighted during Black History Month.

Reserve your spot

Wednesday 21 October
9.00am to 9.30pm, Chapel

Start your day with a short time of prayer and reflection. Everyone is welcome, it's a quiet opportunity to pause, reflect, and begin the day with others before campus gets busy.

Wednesday 21 October
11.00am to 12.00pm, online

Looking for a space to set your study goals or plan your week? This weekly planning hub with Study Development combines practical planning techniques with goal-setting strategies to keep you organised, focused, and motivated.

Join Focus and Forward online

Wednesday 21 October
11.00am to 12.30pm, York St John University campus

Join Clare for a guided walk and talk to explore the folklore and history of native and naturalised plants growing in Britain and how humans have connected with them through the centuries. By engaging and collaborating with plants in this way, we remind ourselves we are part of an entangled ecosystem and that plants are not merely passive background objects, but are affective and vibrant. Such a world view can promote enchantment, empathy and ethical responsibility for the non-human world. Under 14s to be accompanied by an adult.

Booking is not required for this event.

Find out more

Wednesday 21 October
1.15pm to 1.45pm, Dharmic Prayer Room (Chapel)

Take time out of your week to relax and recharge with a guided mindfulness session. Focus on being present, reducing stress, and finding a moment of calm in a supportive and welcoming environment.

Wednesday 21 October
12.00pm to 2.00pm, Living Lab

Get involved in fun, hands-on sustainability activities while connecting with nature. Discover practical ways to live more sustainably, meet like-minded people, and enjoy interactive sessions in the Living Lab.

Wednesday 21 October
1.00pm to 2.00pm, Creative Centre CC/011

Meet fellow international students for weekly discussions, study support, and peer learning. Share experiences, exchange study tips, build confidence, and connect with others in a friendly and supportive environment throughout the academic year.

Wednesday 21 October
2.00pm to 5.00pm, Holgate Dining Room Extension

Attend our Global Opportunities Fair to discover more about how you can study abroad or get involved with volunteering internationally, taking part in a summer school or summer camp! Our Global Opportunities team will be available to talk you through the application process and potential funding on offer.

Our partner organisations will also be attending the fair to delve into all the activities you can enjoy as part of your global opportunity.

Register for the event

Wednesday 21 October
3.00pm to 4.30pm, Creative Centre Auditorium

Interested in a career in Animation? Join Class of 2023 alumni Hijinks Studios in the Creative Centre Auditorium and hear about their careers and creating their animation company, which works across 2D digital and stop-motion. The 90-minute panel includes a Q&A. Tickets are free for this event.

Book your place (Eventbrite)

Thursday 22 October
9.00am to 9.30pm, Chapel

Start your day with a short time of prayer and reflection. Everyone is welcome, it's a quiet opportunity to pause, reflect, and begin the day with others before campus gets busy.

Thursday 22 October
12pm, Chapel Kitchen

Build your confidence in speaking English in a relaxed and friendly group. Meet new people, practise conversational English, and improve your language skills in an informal, supportive setting.

Thursday 22 October
12.00pm to 2.00pm, Chapel Kitchen

Whether you're an experienced knitter or trying it for the first time, everyone is welcome. Bring your own project or learn the basics while enjoying conversation, meeting new people, and taking some time to unwind during the week.

Thursday 22 October
12.30pm to 3.00pm, Temple Hall

Come along to the Part Time Jobs Fair to meet local employers who are looking to hire students like you!

Employers from all sectors will be attending, including retail, care, food and beverage and hospitality. Keep a look out for the employers attending - more being added soon!

Our York St John University Careers team will also be there to answer any of your application or interview based questions. Bring your up-to-date CV along with you.

Register for the event

Thursdays
1.00pm to 2.00pm, Dharmic Prayer Room (Chapel)

Olivia, our Chaplaincy Assistant, leads this group exploring what we think might happen when we die, and what different faiths believe about the afterlife. There will be cake to lighten the mood! This isn’t a bereavement group, more an exploration of different beliefs. All York St John staff and students are welcome.

Thursday 22 October
1.30pm to 3.00pm, Creative Centre 019 (Creative Writing Room)

Are you a PGR struggling to find time and focus for your writing? Focus and Write gives you two hours of dedicated writing time each week in a quiet, supportive environment with fellow postgraduate researchers. Open to all postgraduate researchers – no need to book.

Thursdays
2.00pm to 3.00pm, Chapel Kitchen

A laid-back discussion group exploring the basics of the Christian faith. All are welcome.

Thursday 22 October
7.30pm to 9.00pm, online

Unwind in this virtual session that guides you through gentle breathing practices to reduce stress. Contact chaplaincy@yorksj.ac.uk for more information.

This is a weekly event.

Thursday 22 October
6.00pm to 8.00pm, Creative Centre Auditorium

Join us for a screening of the National Emergency Briefing and a panel on the climate and nature crisis facing us all and how we can move to a better future together.

As part of the York Environment Festival 2026, the YSJ Sustainability Team hosts a screening of this film which brings evidence together in an accessible format and our panel will help situate the discussion within York's context. The screening of the film will last an hour, it will be followed by a 15 minute interval and concluded with a panel of experts from across the university and York’s community.

Reserve a spot

Friday 23 October
9.00am to 9.30pm, Chapel

Start your day with a short time of prayer and reflection. Everyone is welcome, it's a quiet opportunity to pause, reflect, and begin the day with others before campus gets busy.

Friday 23 October
12.30pm to 1.00pm, Chapel

Join this short Christian service for a time of reflection, prayer, and community. Open to all students and staff, everyone is welcome regardless of faith or background.

Friday 23 October
1.15pm, Al Fihri Prayer Room, Quad North 008

Weekly Friday congregational prayer for Muslim students and staff. Join the community for prayer, reflection, and fellowship in a welcoming and inclusive environment. For more details, contact our Muslim Faith Advisor, Rasha at r.ibrahim1@yorksj.ac.uk.