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Week 10

Monday 1 December to Friday 5 December 2025

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16 Days of Activism Against Gender-based Violence

As well as our schedule of activities below, special events are taking place from 25 November to 10 December to mark the 16 Days campaign. Find out on our dedicated page.

16 Days of Activism events

Monday 1 December

No events today.

Tuesday 2 December

On campus chapel

Morning prayer Culture and faith

Tuesday 2 December
9.00am to 9.30am, Chapel

Start your day with peace and intention in this short, inclusive prayer gathering.

This event runs daily from Tuesday 2 December to Friday 5 December.

Top half of a globe

Study Abroad session Learning, opportunities and growth

Tuesday 2 December
10.00am to 10.30am, Holgate 013

This 30-minute session is aimed at 1st year (and 2nd year Primary Education) students who want to find out more about studying abroad as part of your degree. There will be a short presentation and then time to ask questions.

This event also runs on Thursday 4 December.

Student volunteering in Bali

Short Term Global Opportunities session Learning, opportunities and growth

Tuesday 2 December
10.30am to 11.00am, Holgate 013

This 30-minute session will give you an opportunity to find out more about the range of short term global opportunities you can engage with over the summer, including summer camps, summer schools and volunteering. There will be a short presentation and then time to ask questions.

This event also runs on Thursday 4 December.

Stack of mince pies

Christmas lunchtime takeover Culture and faith

Tuesday 2 December
Lunchtime, Dining Room

Enjoy festive food and music in the dining hall - part of our Christmas celebrations.

Close up of bowl of soup with a spoon in it

Soup-er Space Health and wellbeing

Tuesday 2 December
12.00pm to 1.00pm, Holgate 013

Drop in for a warm bowl of soup and relaxed conversation - perfect for meeting others and taking a break.

This is a weekly event.

Page of Bible, showing Gospel of John, chapter 3 verse 16

Beer & Bible Culture and faith

Tuesday 2 December
From 5.00pm, Students' Union Lounge

An informal evening of conversation, scripture, and refreshments - open to all.

This is a weekly event.

Wednesday 3 December

On campus chapel

Morning prayer Culture and faith

Wednesday 3 December
9.00am to 9.30am, Chapel

Start your day with peace and intention in this short, inclusive prayer gathering.

This event runs daily from Tuesday 2 December to Friday 5 December.

Eleanor Worthington Prize logo

Eleanor Worthington Prize-giving 2025 Learning, opportunities and growth

Wednesday 3 December
9.15am to 10.15am, De Grey Court 014

The theme of this years Eleanor Worthington Prize is DISABILITY AND STRENGTH. Participation is open to students of Art Schools at tertiary level in the UK, Italy, and Ireland.

Book your place

Student working with member of gardening team to add plants to raised beds

Wild Wednesdays Health and wellbeing

Wednesday 3 December
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.

Four students talking together.

International Academic Discussion Group Learning, opportunities and growth

Wednesday 3 December
1.00pm to 2.00pm, Cordukes 005

Join fellow international students for engaging academic discussions, tips, and peer support.

This is a weekly event.

Tower of pebbles on a beach with the sea in the background.

Mindful Wednesdays Health and wellbeing

Wednesday 3 December
1.15pm to 1.45pm, Dharmic Prayer Room (Chapel)

Recharge midweek with a calming mindfulness session focused on presence and peace.

This is a weekly event.

A male in a blue beanie hat with French text

Collaborative film club Alliance Française de York: L’histoire de Souleyman Culture and faith

Wednesday 3 December
6.30pm to 9.30pm, York St John Creative Centre

The Alliance Française de York is pleased to present the Cinéphiles club to offer screenings of French and Francophone films at York St John University.

Book your place

Thursday 4 December

On campus chapel

Morning prayer Culture and faith

Thursday 4 December
9.00am to 9.30am, Chapel

Start your day with peace and intention in this short, inclusive prayer gathering.

This event runs daily from Tuesday 2 December to Friday 5 December.

Top half of a globe

Study Abroad session Learning, opportunities and growth

Thursday 4 December
10.00am to 10.30am, Holgate 013

This 30-minute session is aimed at 1st year (and 2nd year Primary Education) students who want to find out more about studying abroad as part of your degree. There will be a short presentation and then time to ask questions.

This event also runs on Tuesday 2 December.

Student volunteering in Bali

Short Term Global Opportunities session Learning, opportunities and growth

Thursday 4 December
10.30am to 11.00am, Holgate 013

This 30-minute session will give you an opportunity to find out more about the range of short term global opportunities you can engage with over the summer, including summer camps, summer schools and volunteering. There will be a short presentation and then time to ask questions.

This event also runs on Tuesday 2 December.

Chairs and a coffee table in the Chapel Kitchen, decorated with a stripy rug and world flags

English Conversation Group Learning, opportunities and growth

Thursday 4 December
12.00pm, Chapel Kitchen

Practise speaking English in a relaxed, friendly group - ideal for building confidence and meeting new people.

This is a weekly event.

A ball of wool and knitting needles

Knitterati Health and wellbeing

Thursday 4 December
12.00pm to 2.00pm, Chapel Kitchen

Join this friendly group for crafting, chatting, and relaxing through knitting - beginners welcome!

This is a weekly event.

Person following along to online yoga video

Mindful Breathing (online) Health and wellbeing

Thursday 4 December
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.

Friday 5 December

On campus chapel

Morning prayer Culture and faith

Friday 5 December
9.00am to 9.30am, Chapel

Start your day with peace and intention in this short, inclusive prayer gathering.

This event runs daily from Tuesday 2 December to Friday 5 December.

Interior of chapel

Eucharist Culture and faith

Friday 5 December
12.30pm to 1.00pm, Chapel

A short, reflective Christian service open to all students and staff.

This is a weekly event.

Prayer mat in Muslim Prayer Room

Jummah Prayer Culture and faith

Friday 5 December
Lunchtime, Al Fihri Prayer Room, Quad North 008

Weekly Friday congregational prayer for Muslim students and staff.

This is a weekly event.

A menorah lying on top of a page from the Torah

Erev Shabbat Service Culture and faith

Friday 5 December
6.00pm to 8.00pm, Chapel

Mark the beginning of Shabbat with a peaceful and welcoming Friday evening service.

This event takes place on the first Friday of each month.