Research Spotlight - November 2019 Published 16 December 2019 Categories University November's round-up of some of the latest research and education stories from the University.
Thanks a million! Single-use plastic pledge Published 11 November 2019 Categories University One million pieces of single-use plastic have been removed from use across campus during the past 12 months.
Can you tell ferntickles from branny-speckles? Published 8 November 2019 Categories Society & Politics | Arts & Culture A small army of volunteers is to be recruited to help update the most comprehensive survey of England’s dialects ever undertaken, thanks to an injection of funding.
Sir Alan Langlands to step down as Vice-Chancellor Published 27 September 2019 Categories University Sir Alan Langlands is to step down as the Vice-Chancellor of the University of Leeds during 2020.
New chapter in Ilkley Literary Festival partnership Published 23 August 2019 Categories University | Arts & Culture The University is an official partner of Ilkley Literature Festival (ILF) for the second year running.
Success for Leeds in world ranking Published 19 June 2019 Categories University The University of Leeds has retained its position among the top 100 universities in the new QS World University Rankings 2020.
Universities Minister visits Leeds on University Mental Health Day Published 7 March 2019 Categories University Chris Skidmore, Minister of State for Universities, Science, Research and Innovation, visited the University today to learn more about mental health support for students.
Indian students find the Spark for new businesses Published 16 August 2018 Categories Business and partnerships | Global Becoming an entrepreneur is an exciting step to take, but every successful business owner needs the right training and support to make their venture a success.
Tuning up for imaginative new piano competition programme Published 11 July 2018 Categories University | Arts & Culture The Leeds International Piano Competition, supported by the University, today reveals its hugely expanded programme for this year’s event.
The University of Leeds welcomes new Chancellor, Jane Francis Published 20 June 2018 Categories University Professor Dame Jane Francis has been officially installed as Chancellor of the University of Leeds.
Top 100 in global ranking underlines University’s international vision Published 6 June 2018 Categories Global | University The University of Leeds is among the top 100 universities in the new QS World University Rankings 2019.
Donors giving students a life-changing opportunity Published 18 May 2018 Categories University More than 2,200 scholarships have been funded by University alumni and other donors – and the figure is growing with each new intake.
Inaugural piano festival is prelude to international competition Published 10 May 2018 Categories Arts & Culture The inaugural Leeds Piano Festival gets under way next week, as part of a programme of expanding activities organised by the Leeds International Piano Competition in the city and beyond.
3D weaving innovation centre is part of £4.4m investment in Design Published 8 May 2018 Categories Arts & Culture | Technology A cutting-edge 3D weaving loom that is the only one of its kind in the UK is at the heart of a new £1.75 million textiles innovation centre at the University of Leeds.
Medals success at Commonwealth Games for Sports Scholars Published 17 April 2018 Categories University Six students and alumni from the University of Leeds won medals against some of the world’s best athletes at the Gold Coast 2018 Commonwealth Games.