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Tom Pyle wins Brotherton Poetry Prize

Published
30 June 2026
Categories
University
Arts & Culture

An English teacher based in Zagreb, Croatia has won the Brotherton Poetry Prize, out of the highest number of entries in the prize’s history.

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Avoid intentional screen time for under-twos

Published
27 June 2026
Categories
Health
Research

Using screens during the first 1001 days of life can lead to developmental concerns for the next generation, researchers warn.

Two images side by side of Loic Chave. In the first they are holding a book, smiling at the camera, and in the second they are sat on stage holding a microphone

New inductee into Leeds Pride List

Published
23 June 2026
Categories
Alumni

Loïc Chave has been named the 26th member of the Leeds Pride List, which celebrates LGBTQ+ individuals and allies from the University community making a positive impact in the pride space.

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New joint school launched in China

Published
23 June 2026
Categories
Global

The University of Leeds and the University of Science and Technology Beijing (USTB) have announced the creation of a new joint school.

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City of Maths adds up for female students

Published
22 June 2026
Categories
Working with our region

Girls from schools across the North have been inspired to study mathematics as Leeds marks its status as City of Maths. 

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Families invited to get creative on campus

Published
19 June 2026
Categories
Arts & Culture

Families can dive into a day of art, music, theatre and making at the University of Leeds’ brand-new cultural open day, ‘play up’.