STUDENTS at the University of York launched their RAG week with a balloon launch and lots of fun and games.
Last year, the week raised more than £7,000.
This year money raised will go to Candle Lighters, YUSU Volunteering, Shelter, Minds For Health, Macmillan and Survive.
The main event is on Saturday at 11.30am, when hundreds of students from each college will take to the streets of the city in a fancy dress parade.
The Lord Mayor will be judging the best costumes.
For more information, visit www.yusu.org
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