Pillars of society
Getting involved in societies at York
York has over 200 student societies, bringing people together over shared activities and interests.
There’s a club for everything: whether you want to star in a sell-out show, start a new hobby, or join together in worship.
Societies are open to everyone: James and Margaux told us how they get involved.
James
BA Politics and International Relations
World Cinema Society
"The World Cinema Society aims to bring different cultures and countries together through film. Each week, they put on a free screening of foreign language films (with English subtitles). They even take part in external events and provide cheap tickets for the city’s Aesthetica Film Festival. If you’re interested in foreign language films you should definitely join. It’s the perfect way to explore the world, from the comfort of campus.
Floorball
"In my second year, my friend Kat made me give Floorball a go. It’s sort of like hockey, with five players and a goalkeeper in each team. It’s a really fun mixed ability, mixed gender sport, so anybody can come along and play. Fancy a new sport? Why not try it out?
"Fun fact: Floorball is just one of many unusual sports played at York, which also include octopush, quadball and ultimate frisbee."
Singapore Society
"In preparation for a summer abroad, I joined the Singapore Society which celebrates Singaporean culture. They provide a community for Singaporean students through organised socials such as dinners, movie nights and game nights, as well as cultural events. The Society is open to anyone, so why not join in and make some new friends?"
Margaux
BA History
Sewing Society
"I’m the President of the Sewing Society! We come together each week to socialise and work on sewing projects. This week we embroidered some tote bags and did some patching, which was really fun. We had some very cute results. Sewing Society welcomes all capabilities and works on lots of different aspects of needlecraft. So definitely come along and try out a new (or old) skill."
Boxing Club
"I'd never done boxing before, but the University has a fairly big boxing club, so I thought I’d join my friends and give it a try. They’re very open to newcomers - I found everyone was super helpful and lovely. It wasn’t nearly as intimidating as I thought to try something new. I even got some compliments on my punches. I’ll definitely be back to hone my skills in the future."
BEAT Society
"BEAT Society aims to raise money and awareness for eating disorders. I went along to an event as part of their 1-2-5 fundraiser challenge, helping the charity support the 1.25 million people suffering with eating disorders in the UK. The event aimed to make 125 friendship bracelets, so I did my bit to contribute. I'm not always the best at friendship bracelets: I feel like my knots are always a bit all over the place. But it was really fun, and of course, for a good cause."
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