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York Business School PGR Flagship Event

Creative Centre York St John University, Lord Mayor's Walk, York, North Yorkshire, United Kingdom

York Business School would like to welcome postgraduate researchers and academic colleagues from across YSJU to the Creative Centre for an afternoon of poster presentations, networking opportunities and refreshments. The event will take place across the mezzanine and hallway areas of the first and second floor of the Creative Centre building. Running schedule: 12.30-13.00 - […]

RIPPLE Reading Group

Microsoft Teams --, United Kingdom

Why don't students make use of all the support we offer? How can we work with our students and offer help effectively? Join the RIPPLE reading group on Thursday, 8th June, 9.30-10.30am (Teams), for a discussion of these issues, introduced by Kate Dexter.   We will begin by discussing Adnan Qayyum, 'Student help-seeking attitudes and […]

Introduction to Randomised Trials

York St John University 44 Lord Mayor's Walk, York, North Yorkshire, United Kingdom

Facilitator: Professor Garry Tew This session will discuss what a randomised controlled trial (RCT) is, why this type of study is important, and key steps in conducting an RCT. By the end of this session, participants will understand the key features of RCTs and where to find further related information and resources. This session is […]

Interviewing for professional opportunities

HG/138 York St John University, Lord Mayor's Walk, York, North Yorkshire, United Kingdom

In this one-hour session, we will cover key principles of successful interviews, discuss the various formats and provide top tips on what employers look for. We support you to prepare effectively to feel ready and confident for your next interview. Key objectives will be: • To develop understanding of different types of interviews, focusing on […]

Transforming creative practice into a creative research project

York St John University 44 Lord Mayor's Walk, York, North Yorkshire, United Kingdom

Session facilitated by Associate Professor Vanessa Corby, Professor of Theory, History and Practice of Art All processes of making be they in the disciplines of creative writing, design, performance, fine art, film or music, I would argue, can be research driven. They engage with a field but find it wanting; there’s a gap to be […]

Responsible Research Practices

York St John University 44 Lord Mayor's Walk, York, North Yorkshire, United Kingdom

Facilitator: Professor Garry Tew This session will discuss the importance of good research conduct and responsibilities that are expected of the research community. By the end of this session, participants will be able to distinguish between research integrity and research ethics, identify sources of guidance on professional responsibility, and summarise the basic virtues that guide […]

CANCELLLED: Interview Techniques for Research

HG/138 York St John University, Lord Mayor's Walk, York, North Yorkshire, United Kingdom

We regret to inform you that this session has been cancelled. Please contact the Research Office (researchoffice@yorksj.ac.uk) if you have any queries or concerns.  Session facilitator: Dr Eeva Sointu, Associate Professor, Sociology Interviews constitute a key qualitative method, and this session delves into what it means, and what it takes, to interview well. The challenges of interviews […]

Knowledge Transfer Partnerships (KTPs)

Microsoft Teams --, United Kingdom

Session facilitated by Michael Wilson from Business Development Session Overview: Ever wondered how you may be able to secure funding to apply your research in a commercial setting? Knowledge Transfer Partnerships are fully funded projects that are designed for academic experts to work in partnership with an external organisation (on average for a two-year period […]

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Talk about Teaching (to Transgress): Inclusion, Anti-Racism, Decolonisation

Creative Centre York St John University, York

Taking place on Thursday 22 June, this Talk About Teaching event invites members of our community to come together on campus to learn and talk about inclusion, anti-racism and decolonisation in higher education. The event will be held in person but there will be a dedicated online-only panel in the morning, as well as hybrid options […]

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Creating and sustaining an anti-racist pedagogy and inclusive curriculum in higher education

Microsoft Teams --, United Kingdom

Taking place on Thursday 22 June, as part of Talk About Teaching (to Transgress), this online panel event will explore ways of creating and sustaining an anti-racist pedagogy and inclusive curriculum in higher education. Colleagues are welcome to join this session by itself, or as part of the Talk About Teaching event taking place at […]

Researcher self-care

HG/139 York St John University, Lord Mayor's Walk, York, North Yorkshire, United Kingdom

This session was originally due to take place on 19th June but has been postponed to 26th June. Please inform the Research Office if you previously booked a place but are no longer able to attend at the rescheduled date and time. Session facilitator: Professor Lynne Gabriel Why should we address researcher self-care? This seminar […]

Managing Your Mental Health During Your PhD

Microsoft Teams --, United Kingdom

The PhD mental health crisis has only been exacerbated by the pandemic with approximately 1 in 2 PhD students experiencing mood disorders such as anxiety and depression, and 80% of researchers showing signs of mental health distress during the pandemic. This talk will discuss managing mental health during the PhD process, including the statistics behind […]