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Students

Week 12

Monday 15 December to Friday 19 December 2025

Monday 15 December

Trays of doughnuts for Hanukkah

Hanukkah Culture and faith

Monday 15 December
Lunchtime, Dining Room

Join us for a celebration of the Jewish festival of lights with food and community.

Tuesday 16 December

On campus chapel

Morning prayer Culture and faith

Tuesday 16 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 16 December to Friday 19 December.

Top half of a globe

Study Abroad session Learning, opportunities and growth

Tuesday 16 December
10.00am to 10.30am, Future You space (Holgate)

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 18 December.

Student volunteering in Bali

Short Term Global Opportunities session Learning, opportunities and growth

Tuesday 16 December
10.30am to 11.00am, Future You space (Holgate)

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 18 December.

Close up of bowl of soup with a spoon in it

Soup-er Space Health and wellbeing

Tuesday 16 December
12.00pm to 1.00pm, LaunchPad

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 16 December
From 5.00pm, Students' Union Lounge

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

This is a weekly event.

Wednesday 17 December

On campus chapel

Morning prayer Culture and faith

Wednesday 17 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 16 December to Friday 19 December.

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

Wild Wednesdays Health and wellbeing

Wednesday 17 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 17 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 17 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.

Thursday 18 December

On campus chapel

Morning prayer Culture and faith

Thursday 18 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 16 December to Friday 19 December.

Top half of a globe

Study Abroad session Learning, opportunities and growth

Thursday 18 December
10.00am to 10.30am, Future You space (Holgate)

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 16 December.

Student volunteering in Bali

Short Term Global Opportunities session Learning, opportunities and growth

Thursday 18 December
10.30am to 11.00am, Future You space (Holgate)

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 16 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 17 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 18 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 18 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 19 December

On campus chapel

Morning prayer Culture and faith

Friday 19 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 16 December to Friday 19 December.

Interior of chapel

Eucharist Culture and faith

Friday 19 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 19 December
Lunchtime, Al Fihri Prayer Room, Quad North 008

Weekly Friday congregational prayer for Muslim students and staff.

This is a weekly event.