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We’re a leading UK university and part of the Russell Group 🦆 See news, events and find out more about York at: york.ac.uk

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University of York @york.ac.uk · 7d ago

Ready to explore the technology powering the future of clean energy? ⚡ Our free online course 'Exploring Fusion Energy: Powering the Future' provides an inside look into fusion physics, engineering challenges, and industry developments 🧑‍🔬 Register and find out more: https://tinyurl.com/2s34kyrr

University of York @york.ac.uk · last wk.

Can a river or a forest possess legal rights? 🌊🌲 In the global fight against climate change, nature is often treated as a silent victim or a passive backdrop to human needs. But can nature have legal personhood? Find out more 👇 https://features.york.ac.uk/big-questions/can-nature-have-rights/

Leaves on a green background with an image of a lake in the top leaf. Text to the left reads: Can nature have rights? Big questions.

An image of a board reading 'Climate Justice Now!'.

A black and white image outside a building of a person holding a sign. Text on the sign reads: Canyons and rivers not concrete and steel.

University of York @york.ac.uk · 4w ago

Is this the first known all-female burial site by a non-human species? 🦴🧬 A study from our Department of Chemistry has successfully analysed ancient proteins from Homo naledi fossils for the first time, revealing complex practices once thought unique to homo sapiens. https://tinyurl.com/mw6t2rtz

The image shows a jaw of teeth on the ground during the Rising Star and naledi excavation. Photo credit: National Geographic and Mathew Berger.

University of York @york.ac.uk · 4w ago

It’s not too late to find your place at York, Clearing 2026 will be here for you! 📅✨ To help feel prepared, sign up for Clearing alerts to make sure you’re the first to know about our vacancies at our wonderful University 🔔 Register for Clearing updates 👉 https://tinyurl.com/yzkjmh89

University of York @york.ac.uk · last mo.

POV: You’re watching a masterpiece come to life. 🎨 Two weeks in the making, this is the moment a 30ft Long Boi mural became a reality. 🦆 The piece will be replicated over 4,500 miles away at the University of York Mumbai campus, which opens its doors in September. How good does this mural look? 😍

University of York @york.ac.uk · 2mo ago

York weather always keeps us on our toes but there's always sunshine after rain. And it's worth it when it makes Campus looks like this 😍🌈 📷 Elizabeth and @k4te_dh #UniOfYork #UniversityOfYork

A rainbow arching over accommodation on Campus East.

University of York @york.ac.uk · 2mo ago

Our demand for common household items is leading to deforestation and even the loss of some species overseas. York researchers are urging policymakers to consider the UK’s environmental footprint abroad, as well as at home: https://lnkd.in/epcpmBSh

Image shows a tropical lake, with overhanging palm-like branches. Text reads: “Counting the cost. British demand for everyday global commodities can be linked to more than 29,000 hectares of deforestation worldwide in a single year, with tens of thousands of hectares stripped directly from overseas ecosystems.”

University of York @york.ac.uk · 2mo ago

The nation has spoken: York has been voted the UK’s most popular city 🥇🎉 We're not surprised. From the Shambles to York Minster, the City Walls to Heslington Hall, there's nowhere quite like it 💛 Send this to someone who needs to come and see York! #York #UniversityOfYork #UniOfYork

Heslington Hall on the University of York campus in the sun.

A time lapsed image of York Minster at night.

A photo of the City Wall of York with the Minster in the background against a cloudy sky.

Two people sat on the city walls of York with the Minster in the background.

University of York @york.ac.uk · 2mo ago

Scientists have been trying to find out how plants make nicotine for 200 years. Now York’s researchers have found the answer, bringing exciting possibilities for new medicine and vaccines: https://lnkd.in/eE7_mRxf

Images shows two scientists in a greenhouse laboratory at the University of York. Text reads: “New Nicotine Knowledge. Scientists have been trying to find out how plants make nicotine for 200 years. Now York’s researchers have found the answer, bringing exciting possibilities for new medicine and vaccines.”

University of York @york.ac.uk · 2mo ago

Proud to be a UK top 20 University yet again 👏 Today’s Complete University Guide 2027 has ranked York in the top 20 of all UK universities. We're proud to continue to be among the very best universities in the country. https://tinyurl.com/y9u8akjh #UniOfYork #UniversityOfYork #UniversityRankings

White and dark blue text in a light blue background, with more white text against a full dark blue background. Text reads: 20th in the UK in the Complete University Guide 2027.

University of York @york.ac.uk · 2mo ago

Historically, the development of villages to cities has seen wealth become confined to a small, elite group. But the ancient people of Mohenjo-daro, the Indus civilisation’s largest city, may have bucked the trend: https://lnkd.in/eyEhqxju

Image shows and artistic rendering of Mohenjo-daro whichwas the Indus civilisation’s largest city. Text reads; “Ancient equality. New research shows the ancient city of Mohenjo-daro, in modern-day Pakistan, was a rare example of a society creating a high standard of living for everyone - rather than a wealthy few.”

University of York @york.ac.uk · 5mo ago

Florals? For Spring? Groundbreaking 🌼 A moment for our Estates team and their exquisite taste in daffodil placement, please. You’ll find these little patches of yellow all over campus at this time of year, and we can confirm they bring just as much joy to our days as you’d imagine

Daffodils flower under a road sign for Harewood Way.

A large patch of daffodils in front of a student accommodation block.

University of York @york.ac.uk · 5mo ago

Mystery solved! We’ve officially identified Seat H12 in the Sir Jack Lyons Concert Hall as the spot where Shostakovich sat for his 1970s UK premiere at York. We’ll be marking this historic spot permanently later this year. For now, hear the full story on BBC Radio 3: https://tinyurl.com/bddwu3e8 🎻

Nick Mohammed and Alan George sit in two plush seats at the front of an auditorium. Alan holds a black and white photo of his younger self standing beside Russian composer Shostakovich.

An empty Sir Jack Lyons Concert Hall, seen from the back of several rows of seats. At the front of the hall, a large pipe organ is built into the wall. A grand piano stands in the centre of the stage.

The exterior of the Sir Jack Lyons Concert Hall on a sunny day. The building is split across multiple levels, build of brick and tall glass windows.

University of York @york.ac.uk · 5mo ago

Voting is now open for the York Students' Union Sabbatical Officer elections! Help decide who will lead York SU for the next academic year, representing your views and experience to the University and wider community 🗳️ Vote online at: yorksu.org/elections

A colourful illustration of a pencil and ballot paper. Overlaid text reads: Vote for your next York SU Sabbatical Officers.

University of York @york.ac.uk · 5mo ago

Challenge Week is back - and it's bigger than ever! Across the course of this week, 25 student groups are taking part in a series of weird and wacky challenges to raise much-needed cash. Donate now - even £1 makes a difference! https://tinyurl.com/22w26jzu

University of York @york.ac.uk · 5mo ago

Find your future at York! Join our Masters Taster Day on 18 March to explore our campus, meet your academic department and learn more about postgraduate life at York. Learn more and book your place: https://tinyurl.com/4u42ub4v

A group of four students walking near the lake. Text reads: "Masters Taster Day, Wednesday 18 March, 10am to 4pm.

University of York @york.ac.uk · 5mo ago

We'll be marking International Women's Day with a series of talks and events on campus and elsewhere in York. Join us as we explore the theme of #GiveToGain Find out more: https://tinyurl.com/mv9yypdh

University of York @york.ac.uk · 5mo ago

Students: how do you get to, from and around campus? We want to make travel at York even better and your feedback is key. Complete our Travel and Transport survey by midnight on 20 March and you'll be given the option to be entered into a prize draw for a brand new iPad: https://tinyurl.com/4bsra8bk

Illustrations of two students walking on a blue background. Text reads: Tell us how you travel. Win an iPad.

University of York @york.ac.uk · 5mo ago

Four students walking and talking in front of the University or York campus lake. Text reads: "Masters Taster Day, Wednesday 18 March, 10am to 4pm."

University of York @york.ac.uk · 5mo ago

Get stuck in this Sustainability Week! Join us from Monday 2 March as we host a series of talks, events and workshops open to students, alumni, staff and local residents. We'd love to see you there! See the full Sustainability Week calendar at: https://tinyurl.com/jebcjumw

Three students walk between trees and bushes on campus on a sunny day. Overlaid text reads: Sustainability week is back!

University of York @york.ac.uk · 6mo ago

Introducing the University of York Mumbai 🇮🇳 Today we're unveiling the very first images of our brand new India campus, set to open to its first cohort of students this September.

An aerial view of One Boulevard, a stone building overlooking a park and lake in India.

The front of One Boulevard, a stone building with large windows and a turret.

A large stone building with complex carvings and pillars, overlooking a tree-lined road.

York Environmental Sustainability Institute (YESI)@yesiuoy.bsky.social · 6mo ago

The full programme for #SustainabilityWeek26 @york.ac.uk is now live!📅🌳 From March 2-6, we’re diving into everything from "Artivism" to practical climate w/shops + film screenings. Whether you're a researcher, student, or staff member, there's a space for you to engage. 🔗More info:

Sustainability Week

Sustainability Week offers a range of events, talks, workshops, and activities to engage the University community in sustainability practices.

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University of York @york.ac.uk · 6mo ago

Could you lead York SU? Nominations for the York SU Sabbatical Officer Elections are now open! If you have ideas on how to make student life even better, and want to gain some great skills for your future career in the process, submit a nomination via the York SU website: yorksu.org/elections

Illustrations of ballot papers marked with crosses. Text reads: It's time to lead your SU. York SU Sabbatical Officer nominations open now! Monday 16 February - Friday 6 March at 12pm.

University of York @york.ac.uk · 6mo ago

Ramadan Mubarak! Students who are observing Ramadan and have signed up to the Catered service on campus can collect breakfast packs alongside their evening meals to support their fasting. Find out more about this and other Ramadan arrangements: https://tinyurl.com/ramadan-26

A mosque under a starry sky. Text reads: Ramadan Mubarak. Wishing a blessed and generous Ramadan to our students, staff and alumni.

University of York @york.ac.uk · 6mo ago

Happy Year of the Horse! Wishing a year of health, happiness and good fortune to our staff, students, alumni and friends around the world.

An intricate illustration of a horse decorated with flowers on a red background. Behind, a subtle illustration of Central Hall, a University building. Overlaid text reads: Happy Year of the Horse from the University of York.

Mariana J López @marianajlopez.bsky.social · 6mo ago

Rainbow over Campus

University of York Events @uoyevents.bsky.social · 6mo ago

NEW! Join us on 20 Feb when we host a book launch @york.ac.uk with @profkepickett.bsky.social, @rachaelmaskell.bsky.social and @helenbarnard.bsky.social - (@trusselluk.bsky.social). With @compassoffice.bsky.social and @jrf-uk.bsky.social The Good Society www.york.ac.uk/news-and-eve...

University of York @york.ac.uk · 6mo ago

A huge thank you to everyone who joined us for Light Up the Night, an evening dedicated to standing in solidarity with survivors of sexual violence 🕯️ (1/5)

A large crowd stands on a square beside a lake on a dark evening. Many of them are holding small tealights

A large poster on a table reads: "Affirmation Station. Share your message of support". In front, a small box with blank cards and pens.

A battery-powered candle held in a hand next to a lake at dusk.

University of York @york.ac.uk · 6mo ago

Did you meet your soulmate while studying at York? Maybe a chance encounter changed your life forever, or perhaps you stopped by a campus bar one day and found true love? 💌 This Valentine’s Day, we want to celebrate York love stories we can find! Share your story at: https://tinyurl.com/uoy-love

A graduate in grey robe and cap makes a heart with her hands as she walks across the stage at graduation.

University of York @york.ac.uk · 6mo ago

Excavations led by the University of York have uncovered evidence of high-status Anglo-Saxon buildings and industry close to Skipsea Castle in east Yorkshire. https://bit.ly/4jQHB6c