Exhibition draws on University's First World War archive for inspiration
A new exhibition at the University of Leeds demonstrates the First World War's continuing influence on 21st century creativity.
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Unique project maps the history of the British antiques trade
It is worth billions each year to the British economy and inspires endless hours of television programming. But the British antiques trade has been somewhat neglected by academics - until now.
University launches campus art trail with unveiling of Simon Fujiwara sculpture
A striking new sculpture by a rising star on the international art scene has been installed at the University of Leeds.
Legacies of War: Conscientious objectors' records in digital memorial
A comprehensive record of those who did not want to fight in the First World War will from today be opened up to the public as part of Imperial War Museums' permanent digital memorial.
University appoints a champion for public art
The University of Leeds has signalled a commitment to public art with a new key role aimed at highlighting its extensive collection.
Balancing prosperity and sustainability: a role for arts and culture
Researchers from the University of Leeds are to play a key role in exploring how arts and culture contributes to sustainable prosperity.
Collection highlights JRR Tolkien's time at the University of Leeds
A collection of letters, poems and prose by The Hobbit creator JRR Tolkien has been acquired by the University of Leeds, where he taught in the 1920s.
University backs Leeds 2023 European Capital of Culture bid
The University is backing a bid for Leeds to be the 2023 European Capital of Culture. The city will have to declare its intention to bid by December 2016, with the successful city announced in 2018.
The unlikeliest of Pals? An Indian soldier alone among Yorkshiremen
A shattered pair of spectacles in an Indian museum has helped shed light on the fascinating story of a lone non-white soldier among Yorkshire volunteers fighting on the Western Front.
The South Bank Show Archive finds a new home
A major archive comprising hundreds of hours of unseen interviews with many of the world's leading artistic figures has been established at the University of Leeds.