This is where you will find details of our upcoming wellbeing events and workshops, with resources added to the ‘Resources’ tab after each session. You're also welcome to email asking to discuss any of these topics!
Some events require registration, and knowing numbers in advance really helps - please let us know you hope to attend here.
Our regular drop-in sessions take place on the first Thursday of each month during semester time. Come along to chat with the Student Support team, ask questions, and get the advice or guidance you need.
We’re here to help - whether that’s answering your query on the spot or connecting you with the right service.
Want to see what our events look like? Take a look at our SBS Events Reel.
Our events bring students together through engaging activities and relaxed social spaces, creating opportunities to connect with peers and staff — whether you arrive alone or with others — and all students are welcome to enjoy catered food and drinks with plenty of choice, including delicious vegan options.
Date: 19 February 2026
Time: 2:00pm- 4:00pm
Location: SBS Church Lane Student Services Reception
Celebrate Lunar New Year: Year of the Horse!
Join us for an afternoon of horse-themed crafts, including:
Beautiful paper-cut patterns
Calligraphy
Hobby horse models
Paper lanterns
Were you born in the Year of the Horse? Discover your Chinese Zodiac personality — and check out the traits of the other Zodiac animals too!
Enjoy festive snacks, and of course, lucky red packets!
Date: 5 March 2026
Time: 2:00pm- 4:00pm
Location: SBS Church Lane Student Services Reception
Do you love reading? Got a favourite book to share? Are you looking for a new book?
Join us to:
Decorate your own bookmark
Write a short book review
Recommend a must-read to others
Browse the SBS Book Exchange and take home something new
Bring your love of books — and maybe discover your next great read!
Date: 9 March 2026
Time: 2:00–4:00pm
Location: SBS Church Lane Student Services Reception
Celebrate International Women’s Day with us and honour strength, creativity, and inspiration across generations.
Take part in meaningful and fun activities, including:
A Women’s Inspiration Board
Writing a message to your future self
Creating a self-portrait
Crafting an acrostic poem
Wear purple and join us in celebrating women everywhere. Enjoy snacks and drinks while you get creative!
Date: 12 March 2026
Time: 2:00pm- 4:00pm
Location: SBS Church Lane Student Services Reception
Struggling to fall or stay asleep?
Join us for a relaxed session full of practical tips and resources to help you unwind and improve your sleep.
Take home a free sleep support kit, including earplugs, an eye mask, sleepy tea, and a lavender-scented pouch to help you drift off.
Have a great sleep routine? Bring your top tips and share them with others and enjoy calming refreshments!
Date: 26 March 2026
Time: 2:00pm- 4:00pm
Location: SBS Church Lane Student Services Reception
Celebrate Eid with Us!
As an important celebration for many students, we invite everyone to join in the fun. Enjoy hands-on arts and crafts activities, including:
Decorating a moon and stars mobile
Colouring Islamic geometric patterns
Creating your own Eid greeting cards
Festive refreshments will be provided. Please register your interest using the link above.
Date: 15 April 2026
Part One Time: 12:00pm- 1:00pm
Location: Online
Part Two Time: 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Location: SBS Church Lane Student Services Reception
Part 1: Looking to make the most of your time at York?
Join this interactive workshop to explore opportunities to get involved, meet new people, and stay connected at York. Whether you’re new or looking to expand your network, you’ll leave with practical ideas, helpful resources, and a chance to connect with others — helping you find your place and feel part of the community.
Part 2: Discover all that York has to offer!
Join us for an engaging drop-in session to explore ways to get involved, stay connected, and make the most of your time in the city. Pick up your printed What’s On in York guide, mini maps highlighting cafés, study spots, green spaces, museums, and free attractions, and check out curated walking routes to explore the city like a local.
Enjoy exclusive vouchers and discounts, learn about volunteering opportunities, and grab a Ways to Get Involved checklist to kickstart your York experience. Whether you’re new to the city or looking to deepen your connections, there’s something for everyone!
Date: 7 May 2026
Time: 2:00pm- 4:00pm
Location: SBS Church Lane Student Services Reception
May the 4th (Be With You) – Star Wars Lego Fun!
May 4th is a special day for Star Wars fans, but since it’s a bank holiday this year, we’re celebrating on a different day! Come along and get creative, building your own weird and wonderful Star Wars-themed Lego models.
Date: 29 May 2026
Time: 2:00pm- 4:00pm
Location: SBS Church Lane Student Services Reception
Do you have an appetite for sweet treats & creativity?
Love biscuits? Want to try some new ones? Help us settle the ultimate SBS biscuit debate with a fun poll - then dig in with tasty tasters!
Get messy with icing and decorate your own biscuit, meet new people, and enjoy a little sugar boost to keep you going through assessments with some serious biscuit fun!
Date: 11 June 2026
Time: 1:00pm- 3:00pm
Location: SBS Church Lane Student Services Reception
Are you ready to make this your best summer in York?
Beyond Campus: Summer in York is a relaxed, in-person session all about making the most of your summer in the city. Whether you’re staying in York or just here for part of the break, we’ll share ideas and opportunities to help you get involved beyond campus — from crafts and creative workshops to live music, festivals, and local events.
Come along to discover what’s happening in and around York, meet new people, and find inspiration for a fun, fulfilling summer.
Date: 18 June 2026
Time: 12:00pm- 2:00pm
Location: SBS Church Lane Student Services Reception
Summer Chill Out in the University Grounds
Take a break, soak up the sun, and enjoy time with friends—or make some new ones! Bring your favorite snacks and something comfy to sit on, and relax for a few hours in the beautiful university grounds. Sunshine, good company, and tasty treats—what more could you ask for?
Date: 7 July 2026
Time: 12:00pm- 2:00pm
Location: SBS Church Lane Student Services Reception
Celebrate World Chocolate Day with a sweet taste of York’s chocolate history!
What’s happening:
Explore vintage Rowntree and Terry’s posters and adverts – a retro visual treat
Learn fun facts about York’s famous chocolate heritage through info sheets
Enjoy FREE samples of iconic York-made chocolate, including KitKat, Smarties, Chocolate Orange, Yorkie bars, and more
This is a relaxed, social event – perfect for taking a break, meeting new people, and indulging in some chocolatey fun!
Our workshops are designed to give you practical skills, guidance, and support to help you succeed at university while looking after your wellbeing. Whether you’re preparing for exams, looking to connect with the right support services, or aiming to improve your study and communication skills, these workshops provide tools and insights to help you thrive at York.
Date: 18 March 2026
Time: 1:00pm- 2:00pm
Location: Online
Writing a Dissertation? Feeling stressed?
Join your Wellbeing Team for this workshop to explore what you can do to support yourself at each stage of the process from planning to writing to submission and beyond.
Sign-up via our interest form
Date: 29 April 2026
Time: 1:00pm- 2:00pm
Location: Online
Struggling with procrastination is understandable, given the pressures of academic life. This workshop will explain what procrastination is, why we procrastinate, and a variety of useful strategies on what we can do to counter it.
Sign-up via our interest form
Date: 15 July 2026
Part One Time: 11:00am - 12:00pm
Part One Location: Online
Part 1 - This begins a series of sessions all about managing potential stresses and worries around your independent study module. Part 1 is a workshop covering difficulties and opportunities that you may encounter in the early to mid-stages of the assignment.
Sign-up via our interest form
Date: 15 July 2026
Part Two Time: 1:00pm - 3:00pm
Part Two Location: SBS Church Lane Wellbeing Room
Part 2 - Following on from the morning session, this is a drop-in for students to grab a tea or coffee and snack, move over to the wellbeing room to ask us any questions about the topics covered.
Sign-up via our interest form
Date: 22 July 2026
Time: 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Location: Online
Do you have resits to do during the August assessment period? Join us online for ideas and advice on how best to revise, and how best to deal with exam and essay stress, specifically for this exam window.
Sign-up via our interest form
Date: 5 August 2026
Part Three Time: 11:00am - 12:00pm
Part Three Location: Online
Part 3 - This session focuses on common challenges that can crop up in the final stages of your dissertation — from catching up and asking for help, to practical ways to calm yourself if you’re feeling overwhelmed or panicked.
Sign-up via our interest form