Bernard Atha – a man of many parts
The University was saddened to learn of the death of distinguished alum Bernard Atha (Law 1949) – actor, lawyer, councillor, former Lord Mayor of Leeds – and a long-standing friend of the University.
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Author and Leeds alum Peter Robinson dies
The DCI Banks author leaves a lasting legacy through his best-selling novels, and a scholarship for less advantaged students.
Leeds alumni share memories of Queen Elizabeth II
From a visit to The Great Hall in 1958, to many special moments around the world that followed, the Leeds community share their memories of Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II from around the globe.
Eurovision: One Leeds graduate’s road to success in the song contest
TV and digital broadcast producer Joe Mason discusses his part in turning around the UK’s fortunes in Eurovision.
Sam Dickinson: the race to Commonwealth gold
Sam Dickinson (Sports Science and Physiology 2019) returns from the Commonwealth Games 2022 with a gold medal from the triathlon mixed relay.
Saurav Ghosal: Star of India
Indian squash star Saurav Ghosal (Economics and Management 2008) honed his skills whilst studying at Leeds, and aims to add Commonwealth gold to his illustrious medal collection at Birmingham 2022.
Tyler Smith: a Bermudan triathlete made in Leeds
Bermudan triathlete Tyler Smith (Sports Science and Physiology 2020) goes up against Leeds teammates as he aims to help his nation to Commonwealth Games gold in Birmingham.
Leeds at the Commonwealth Games: Officiating netball
Kathy Fairclough, Donor Relations Officer in the University Advancement Team, explains what it takes to officiate at the Commonwealth Games.
24 hours to gold: The reigning Commonwealth champion
From the Leeds marathon to 24 hour ultra racing, ahead of Birmingham 2022, John Pares (Chemical Engineering 1987) describes his journey to claim a Commonwealth Championship gold.
Mark England OBE: the hopes of a nation
After making history as Team GB Chef de Mission at the Rio 2016 Olympics, Mark England OBE hopes to guide Team England to gold at the Commonwealth Games in Birmingham.