Meningitis: know the symptoms
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As many students return to campus after the Easter break, it’s important we remain alert to prevent the spread of infectious illnesses:
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- Check your vaccinations are up to date - contact your doctor if you’re unsure
- Know the symptoms of infectious illnesses
- Act quickly if symptoms appear by phoning 999
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Remember, if you feel unwell make sure you let someone know and, if a friend is unwell, check on them regularly.
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Online security: beware phishing scams
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We’ve seen a recent increase in phishing attempts where emails that impersonate senior University staff request recipient’s usernames and passwords. If you are unsure of any emails you receive, check with IT Services before opening it or entering your personal details.
We recently upgraded the security of our eduroam wifi service. Most users don’t need to take any action, but you can find out more about how the wifi upgrade will affect you on our website.
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[UG version only] Finalists: two weeks to complete the National Student Survey (NSS)
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The National Student Survey (NSS) closes on 30 April. This is your opportunity to help us understand what we’re getting right and where we can make improvements. Check your UoY inbox for your NSS invitation. Thanks to those who have already completed it!
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1. Explore your careers options
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Thinking about your next steps? Careers and Placements are here to help you explore your options and support your job or further study applications. To get started, you could:
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2. Need funding for a project?
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The latest round of YuFund is now open, with grants up to £5,000 for projects run by student clubs and societies. What could you make happen? Previous successful projects include pump funding for newly formed Padel Club towards kit and rackets and updated equipment and accessible shooting stools for Archery Club.
For smaller funding needs, you can also use YuStart, the University’s bespoke crowdfunding platform, where your club can receive up to £500 in match funding!
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3. Become a qualified English language teacher
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Would you like to teach English to speakers of other languages? Join our next cohort for the CertTESOL programme, a 5-week course accredited by Trinity College London. Taking place across August and September, you’ll gain the skills and knowledge to begin your English language teaching journey.
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4. Come to the BAME showcase
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Join the Students’ Union on Saturday (18 April) for a night of singing, dancing, poetry recitals, and more at the BAME showcase! Embracing the theme Global Rhythms: Night of Unity, the showcase is dedicated to celebrating the power of performance to connect cultures and communities across the globe.
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Discover what careers involving research skills are like - both in and beyond the Higher Education sector. Join our Careers team for their upcoming Working in Research panel and Q&A on Wednesday 29 April. Featuring a range of York alumni working in academia, the non-profit sector, journalism, market research, and biotech, come along to discover the range of possibilities on your horizon - and network with our panelists over refreshments!
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Offers, competitions and opportunities
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Log on to Handshake, our careers platform, for jobs and opportunities:
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Find out more student news
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See all updates for students on our website:
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