Appointment of new University Council members
Leaders in social enterprise, the arts, regional government and finance are to join the University Council as lay members of the University’s governing body.
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Leeds researchers named Future Leaders
Two of Leeds' most promising research leaders have earned national fellowships to advance their work aimed at tackling global challenges.
Forests continue to capture carbon despite challenges
The world’s forests have absorbed more than 100 billion tonnes of carbon dioxide over the past three decades, but they need more protection, according to a new study.
Developing equity in leadership
A new cross-institutional programme has launched at the University of Leeds, with the aim of helping to accelerate progress on diversifying leadership in higher education.
A decade of engineering excellence
The University of Leeds and Southwest Jiaotong University (SWJTU) have marked the 10th anniversary of a Joint School of Engineering and Computer Science.
World’s medievalists flock to Leeds
Thousands of medieval enthusiasts have flocked to the University of Leeds for the largest humanities research conference in Europe, featuring fighting knights, music and rare works by JRR Tolkien.
University alum becomes UK Prime Minister
A Leeds alum has taken up residence behind the UK's most famous front door at 10 Downing Street.
Melting of Alaskan glaciers accelerating faster than previously thought
Melting of glaciers in a major Alaskan icefield has accelerated and could reach an irreversible tipping point earlier than previously thought, new research suggests.
Henry Moore statue gets a new home on campus
Henry Moore's Three Piece Reclining Figure No.2: Bridge Prop has moved to Chancellor’s Court on the University of Leeds campus.
True scale of carbon impact from long-distance travel revealed
The reality of the climate impact of long-distance passenger travel has been revealed in new research from the University of Leeds.