Leeds welcomes new Vice-Chancellor and President
Professor Shearer West CBE has taken up the role of Vice-Chancellor and President of the University of Leeds.
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Leeds team takes on University Challenge
A University of Leeds team is making a long-awaited return to a classic student quiz show.
Unleashing potential and driving equality
Industry and academia should increasingly work in partnership to foster a spirit of entrepreneurialism and unleash potential, a leading STEM expert at the University of Leeds has urged.
Leeds moves up world university rankings
The University of Leeds is ranked 123rd in the new Times Higher Education World University Rankings, moving up six places from last year and securing its highest position for more than a decade.
Blue plaque highlights anti-slavery history of Leeds
Campaigners who were at the forefront of the global movement to abolish slavery, including Wilson Armistead, are being honoured at the University of Leeds.
Dazzling displays return to brighten campus
Light Night celebrates its 20th anniversary this year with the University presenting its most exciting programme yet from 24-25 October.
Corporate Games chooses Leeds for a second year
The University of Leeds has been chosen to host the 2025 UK Corporate Games - the first time that the event will be hosted by the same city in consecutive years.
Graduate start-ups boost Leeds’ business engagement
Helping graduates start their own businesses and upskilling partner companies has boosted Leeds’ placing in this year’s Knowledge Exchange Framework (KEF).
Royal recognition for women's rugby team
Suzanne Glavin, Head of Sport and Physical Activity at Leeds is among a former group of rugby players to receive her cap from HRH The Prince of Wales, after a wait of more than three decades.
Early years graduates inspire next generation
Graduates from the School of Education are inspiring the next generation of children and the future early years workforce.