During the UCU strikes last semester, a group of striking staff at the University of Leeds hosted a teach-out, inviting students to discuss the possibility of setting up a student-staff coalition for the climate. While […]
University Offers Staff and Equipment to Support NHS in Effort to Fight Coronavirus
Last Friday, the University of Leeds announced it was doing its part in helping fight the coronavirus epidemic by offering support in terms of equipment, staff, and its campus space. The University has made available […]
Over 4000 Sign Petition For University Grade “Safety Net” to be Implemented
Following the successful implementation of a “safety net” regulation at a number of UK universities, a petition has been created for the same to be considered at the University of Leeds. The safety net will […]
LUU Gender Pay Gap Narrows
Leeds University Union (LUU) reported a decrease in the mean gender pay gap of 2.1% in comparison with data from 2018. LUU currently has a mean gender pay gap of 11.6% with the mean male […]
LSR’s Virtual Fruity Makes Grand Return Tonight
Sadly due to COVID-19, the much anticipated end-of-term Fruity was cancelled. There is a silver lining though because tonight, on Friday 27th March, starting at 9pm, Leeds Student Radio (LSR) will be hosting a 3 […]
University of Leeds Cancels All Physical Teaching To Combat Coronavirus
Following the Government’s recommendation that all educational settings remain open, the University of Leeds have announced their practical steps to ensuring that staff and students are protected from the spread of COVID-19. With effect from […]
BREAKING: Leeds University To Deliver Most Classes Online by Wednesday
The University of Leeds has announced its aims to transition to full online teaching and learning for all lectures and non-practical classes by 6 pm on Wednesday 18th March. This was announced via email today […]
4,600 Trees Financed by Leeds University Ecosia Installation
Last month, the University of Leeds left Google behind, switching its default search engine to Ecosia. This web browser uses ad revenue to fund tree planting and environmental projects across the globe. In the short […]
Thousands of Pounds Revealed in Library Fees at the University of Leeds
How many of us can honestly say that we have not racked up the occasional library fine? Deciding to hold onto that book a few days past the due date or ignoring the pesky request […]
Students Sign Open Letter Criticising ‘Discriminatory’ LeadLUU Policy
Prospective LeadLUU candidates have written and submitted an open letter to the Leeds University Union, decrying a ‘discriminatory’ policy and asking for a resolution. The letter, signed by over 30 students, was prompted by a […]
Drop-Out Rates Higher for Minority Students
Statistics published by both The Gryphon and the University reveal that certain groups of students face a far greater likelihood of dropping out of university. Between the academic years in 2018/19, statistics reveal that University […]
The Clouds Part for Climate Change Modelling
A new ground-breaking research project, co-led by scientists at the University of Leeds, is attempting to make sense of one of the biggest mysteries in our skies: clouds. The high-tech five week survey will analyse […]