University’s textile heritage honoured
One of the UK’s most prestigious educational honours has been awarded to the University of Leeds for 150 years of textile research.
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Engineers tackle disability barriers
A Leeds alum helped bring together the University and a UK charity to create bespoke solutions for disabled people.
The driving force
Leeds alum Andrew Macaulay is the technical genius behind a competition which has brought a fresh dimension to the world of professional golf.
Mount Everest record-breaker returns to campus
After conquering Everest for the 19th time, the world’s most successful expedition leader returned to campus to speak about life on top of the world.
University alum becomes President of Ireland
A Leeds alum will be inaugurated as President of Ireland following the country’s election vote.
Artworks for all ages illuminate campus
Music, magic and mind-bending research are transforming the University of Leeds campus for its most ambitious contribution to Light Night yet.
Students build on skills from global opportunity
Student volunteers on a sustainable development project in Fiji have described how the experience taught them valuable career skills.
World-leading composer returns to Leeds for Light Night
Ilan Eshkeri began his eclectic career at Leeds and hasn’t slowed down since. He returns to the place it all began with a collaboration at Light Night 2025.
Jack Maitland: the man behind the medals
After a successful running and triathlon career, Jack Maitland enjoyed a period of unprecedented success as Head Coach at Leeds Triathlon Centre, helping to transform athletes into medal winners.
Leeds secures top 20 ranking in Daily Mail University Guide
The University of Leeds has risen seven places to 18th in the 2025 Daily Mail University Guide.