University’s Paralympians secure medals in Rio
University of Leeds graduates claimed three gold medals and one silver in the Rio 2016 Paralympic Games, with one helping set a new world record in the process.
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Helping students to access university
For the first time essential resources and advice are available online and free of charge for teachers and advisers who are helping their students go on to leading universities.
The Power of 8: value to economy more than entire Premier League
The value to the economy of the N8, the eight most research-intensive universities in the North, is almost double that of the entire Premier League, a report reveals today.
Nexus set to drive innovation and collaboration
A new £40m innovation and enterprise centre at the University of Leeds has been given the green light by Leeds City Council today.
High hopes for University’s five Rio Paralympians
The athletic ability of five University of Leeds sports stars will be tested to the limit during the Paralympics, which begin today in Rio de Janiero.
First students welcomed to joint engineering school in China
The first cohort of Chinese engineering students will soon begin studying at the University of Leeds and Southwest Jiaotong University Joint School, following a welcome ceremony held today.
Triathlon success for University’s Olympic Brownlee brothers
Triathletes Alistair and Jonny Brownlee confirmed their status as the sport’s pre-eminent stars on the roads of Rio yesterday, claiming gold and silver in a highly convincing Olympic win.
Satisfaction at Leeds with National Student Survey 2016
This year's National Student Survey (NSS) secures the University joint second place among the Russell Group for satisfaction – up from joint third last year.
University of Leeds alumni competing in Olympic Games
Four University of Leeds alumni are part of the TeamGB squad in the Olympic Games which is carrying the hopes of the nation on its shoulders.
Starting gun fired on £5m sports facility fit for Olympians
Work has started on a £5m University of Leeds sports development that will enhance facilities for cycling and triathlon in the region.