University News

University of Leeds honours outstanding achievements

Published
11 July 2013
Categories
University

A trio of top athletes will be honoured by the University of Leeds with the Brownlee brothers and Paralympic swimmer Claire Cashmore amongst the famous names being awarded honorary degrees this year.

Plaque marks birthplace of X-ray crystallography

Published
5 July 2013
Categories
Technology
University
Science

A plaque celebrating Nobel Prize-winning research at the University of Leeds that revealed the structure of crystals and revolutionised science has been unveiled at the house where it all began.

Sky Ride's the limit at the University of Leeds

Published
3 July 2013
Categories
University

Pedal power will be the main attraction for thousands of people this Sunday - with the University of Leeds set to help host the city's first-ever Sky Ride.

Medieval pleasures at international congress

Published
27 June 2013
Categories
Arts & Culture
University

The world's medievalists will descend on the University of Leeds from 30 June to 4 July, for the 20th annual International Medieval Congress.

University academics top of their class

Published
27 June 2013
Categories
University

Two University of Leeds academics are celebrating after receiving a prestigious award for excellence in higher education teaching and support for learning.

Universities rise to the efficiency challenge

Published
15 May 2013
Categories
Business & Economy
University

Efficiency programmes at the University of Leeds are highlighted in a new report that shows how UK universities are saving billions by sharing high-value resources and using innovative technologies.

Access all areas - University showcases outreach work

Published
25 March 2013
Categories
University
Technology
Science

University-led initiatives to help the brightest students enjoy a world class education, regardless of background, received a stamp of approval today.