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Welcome to the official Blue Sky account for York St John University. Join us for a daily slice of YSJ life. We'll share our research, upcoming events, and other news from across the University.

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Take part in York Parents’ Survey to have your say on local support and provision for families in York. By taking part you could win a Β£50 Love2shop voucher. πŸ‘‡
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27.02.2026 16:15 β€” πŸ‘ 1    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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In Episode 7 of Book'd and Busy, the YSJ Official English Literature and Creative Writing podcast, current students Maddison and Rachel are joined by Dr Liesl King, Associate Professor in English Literature. Listen here. πŸŽ§πŸ“šπŸ‘‡
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26.02.2026 16:40 β€” πŸ‘ 1    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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We are marking International Women's Week 2026 with a half-day symposium focusing on Resistance, Reclamation and Solidarity practiced by women in territories across the Americas and internationally. Wednesday, 4 March at the Creative Centre. πŸ‘‡
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26.02.2026 11:27 β€” πŸ‘ 1    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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Join us on Tuesday, 3 March at our upcoming talk, New Labour, New Britain? How the Blair governments reshaped the country. Led by guest speaker Glen O'Hara, Professor of Modern and Contemporary History. ⬇️
www.yorksj.ac.uk/events/upcom...

25.02.2026 10:00 β€” πŸ‘ 1    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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Looking for your next challenge, or wanting to try something new? πŸƒβ€ Our incredible York St John Alumni team are looking for staff, students, alumni and anyone else from our community to join their York 10k team this year. ⬇️
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23.02.2026 16:53 β€” πŸ‘ 1    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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We're incredibly proud to announce our second warm screening of 2026, led by our Cinema & Social Justice project.

Join us for a free screening of Happy Feet in a warm space, a free hot drink and the chance to talk with York's Community Energy Volunteer.πŸ‘‡

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20.02.2026 16:26 β€” πŸ‘ 0    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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Join us on Thursday, 26 February at a public lecture focusing on The General Strike of 1926. The lecture will be led by Professor Keith Laybourn, Visiting Professor in the School of Humanities.πŸ‘‡
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18.02.2026 16:39 β€” πŸ‘ 0    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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Book'd and Busy is back 🎧 Rachel and Madz return with a new series of the official English Literature and Creative Writing podcast, this time as students on our brand new MA in English Literature.πŸ‘‡
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18.02.2026 09:33 β€” πŸ‘ 1    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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In an article for @uk.theconversation.com Sarah Trott, Senior Lecturer in American Studies and History at YSJ, explores the historical role of US First Lady amidst discussion surrounding Melania Trump. πŸ‘‡
theconversation.com/melania-how-...

16.02.2026 14:06 β€” πŸ‘ 1    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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The York St John Hauntology and Spectrality Research Group has partnered with York Literature Festival to launch the Festival of Hauntology between 21-22 March. Authors and researchers will join to discuss Folk Horror and The Urban Wyrd. πŸ‘‡
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13.02.2026 16:29 β€” πŸ‘ 0    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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Join us on Wednesday, 25 February, at Cities Under Stars: Tackling Light Pollution in Cities ⭐ Learn more about how York could become the UK's first Dark Sky City with leading international dark-sky experts, artists, and academics. πŸ‘‡
www.yorksj.ac.uk/events/upcom...

13.02.2026 13:39 β€” πŸ‘ 7    πŸ” 1    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 2
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Join us for a free screening of Happy Feet at our second warm screening of 2026, led by our Cinema & Social Justice project, alongside City Screen York and Portakabin. ⬇️
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12.02.2026 13:26 β€” πŸ‘ 0    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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Join us on Wednesday, 25 February, between 6:00pm and 7:00pm at Professor Andrew McNamara's Inaugural Lecture. From Pixels, Prompts to AI & Beyond: Will the Revolution be Generated? πŸ‘‡

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10.02.2026 15:18 β€” πŸ‘ 0    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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We are delighted to announce that our Community Research Grant programme is open. Now into its fifth year, the programme provides funding for York St John University academics to work with VCSE organisations within Yorkshire and Humberside.

Deadline: 27 March.πŸ—“οΈπŸ‘‡

www.yorksj.ac.uk/research/ins...

09.02.2026 15:04 β€” πŸ‘ 1    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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We are marking International Women's Week 2026 with a half-day symposium focusing on Resistance, Reclamation and Solidarity practiced by women in territories across the Americas and internationally.

Wednesday, 4 March at the Creative Centre. πŸ‘‡
www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/internatio...

06.02.2026 10:11 β€” πŸ‘ 1    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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The York St John Hauntology and Spectrality Research Group has partnered with York Literature Festival to launch York’s first ever Festival of Hauntology on Saturday, 21 March and Sunday, 22 March. πŸ‘‡
www.yorktheatreroyal.co.uk?s=York+Liter...

04.02.2026 17:04 β€” πŸ‘ 2    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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Sexual Violence Awareness Week 2024 | York St John University York St John University is hosting events throughout February as part of our Sexual Violence Awareness Week campaign.

We're marking Sexual Abuse and Sexual Violence Awareness Week. The campaign aims to raise awareness and encourage conversations about sexual violence.

The link will take you to the events we have planned, valuable resources and our commitment to addressing concerns.
www.yorksj.ac.uk/sexual-viole...

04.02.2026 13:07 β€” πŸ‘ 2    πŸ” 1    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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We're incredibly proud to announce our second warm screening of 2026, led by our Cinema & Social Justice project, alongside City Screen and Portakabin. Join us for a free screening of Happy Feet on Monday, 23 February. ⬇️

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03.02.2026 15:52 β€” πŸ‘ 0    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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Throughout February, we'll be proudly marking LGBTQ+ History Month here at YSJ. As part of our activities, we'll be welcoming writer, stand-up comedian, actress, and songwriter Clare Summerskill as our keynote speaker at a special closing event. πŸ‘‡

www.yorksj.ac.uk/events/upcom...

02.02.2026 16:18 β€” πŸ‘ 3    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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Join us on Wednesday, 25 February, at Cities Under Stars: Tackling Light Pollution in Cities ⭐ Learn more about how York could become the UK's first Dark Sky City with leading international dark-sky experts, artists, and academics. πŸ‘‡
www.yorksj.ac.uk/events/upcom...

29.01.2026 14:11 β€” πŸ‘ 2    πŸ” 1    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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No one describes what life at YSJ is like better than our students. 🫢 Whether you're trying to navigate student life, are thinking about joining us or are simply curious about what day to day life looks like here; we're proud to share our student life blog. πŸ‘‡
blog.yorksj.ac.uk/ysjlife/

28.01.2026 16:08 β€” πŸ‘ 0    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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Upcoming : Holocaust Memorial Day Civic Event 2026 | York St John University View our Events at YSJ

Holocaust Memorial Day is a day to remember the Holocaust, Nazi Persecution and the genocides that followed in Cambodia, Rwanda, Bosnia and Darfur.

All are invited to join us and City of York Council for our free annual Holocaust Memorial Day commemoration event. ⬇️

www.yorksj.ac.uk/events/upcom...

27.01.2026 08:43 β€” πŸ‘ 1    πŸ” 1    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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Why everyone should be a student of American studies Expanding our understanding of how American society, culture and politics works helps us anticipate instability.

In an article for @uk.theconversation.com Sarah Trott, Senior Lecturer in American Studies and History at YSJ, discusses the relevancy of American Studies in a complex modern world. πŸ‘‡
theconversation.com/why-everyone...

26.01.2026 14:00 β€” πŸ‘ 0    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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Upcoming : Cities Under Stars: Tackling Light Pollution in Cities | York St John University View our Events at YSJ

Join us on Wednesday, 25 February, as we discuss how York could become the UK's first Dark Sky City. βœ¨πŸŒ™πŸ‘‡
www.yorksj.ac.uk/events/upcom...

23.01.2026 10:43 β€” πŸ‘ 2    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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Calling all YSJ Boat Club rowers – past and present! πŸš£β€β™€οΈ
YSJ Boat Club is exploring the idea of creating an official club blazer to bring together current and former members. Interested? πŸ‘‡
docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1F...

22.01.2026 09:32 β€” πŸ‘ 2    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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LGBTQ+ History Month at YSJ - Closing Event with Clare Summerskill Join us to celebrate our LGBTQ+ History Month event programme at YSJ.

Throughout February, we'll be proudly marking LGBTQ+ History Month. As part of our activities, we'll be welcoming writer, stand-up comedian, actress, and songwriter Clare Summerskill as our keynote speaker at a special closing event. Tickets available now. πŸ‘‡
www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/lgbtq-hist...

21.01.2026 16:50 β€” πŸ‘ 3    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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Since 1841, we’ve welcomed students leaving home for the first time and helped them find their feet. If you were lucky enough to meet The One whilst studying with us, we’d love to learn more about your YSJ Love Story.

Submissions will be shared in FebruaryπŸ‘‡

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20.01.2026 16:11 β€” πŸ‘ 0    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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Queens Nurse | York St John University Jaime Day (left) and Professor Michelle Bateman (right), Deputy Chief Nursing Officer – Quality at NHS England

Senior Lecturer Jaime Day has been awarded the Queen’s Nurse title by community nursing charity The Queen’s Institute of Community Nursing. She received the title in recognition of her commitment to delivering and leading outstanding care in the community. πŸ‘‡
www.yorksj.ac.uk/news/2026/qu...

19.01.2026 15:50 β€” πŸ‘ 0    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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Robert Jenrick sacked by Tories and embraced by Reform – what his Newark constituency tells us about the future Jenrick’s seat is now a live laboratory test for the future of the British right.

In an article for The Conversation UK. Thomas Lockwood, PhD, Researcher in Politics here at YSJ, asks: with Robert Jenrick sacked by the Tories and embraced by Reform, what can his Newark constituency tell us about the future? πŸ—³οΈ πŸ‘‡

theconversation.com/robert-jenri...

19.01.2026 09:56 β€” πŸ‘ 0    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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Voices for Nature | York St John University CommunitiesΒ aroundΒ the River Esk and nearby coastline are set to play aΒ keyΒ role in shaping response to climate change, thanks to a new initiative led by the North York Moors National Park Authority in partnership with York St John University.

Read how we're working with the North York Moors National Park Authority to help communities around the River Esk and nearby coastline play a key role in shaping the response to climate change. πŸ‘‡

www.yorksj.ac.uk/news/2025/vo...

16.12.2025 08:45 β€” πŸ‘ 1    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0