Students
Week 12
Monday 15 December to Friday 19 December 2025
Monday 15 December

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

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.

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.

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.

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.

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

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.

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.

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.

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

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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

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.
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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.

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.