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Looking ahead: Dr Teresa Piacentini to deliver this year's SSP Annual Lecture
As we prepare to welcome students and staff for the new academic year, we are delighted to announce that Dr Teresa Piacentini will deliver this year's Sociology and Social Policy Annual Lecture.
Professor Simon Lightfoot elected Fellow of the Academy of Social Sciences
We’re delighted to announce that Professor Simon Lightfoot has been named a Fellow of the Academy of Social Sciences, in recognition of his outstanding contributions to social sciences.
Dr Gabriela Valenzuela presents her research at the BAAL 2026 Annual Conference
Dr Valenzuela presented research at a leading international applied linguistics conference, exploring how adult learners develop English pronunciation and the role of spoken interaction.
Law’s a Drag presents: Hate Crimes Live!
On 23rd July 2026, two Lecturers within the School of Law co-ran a public engagement cabaret in Leeds city centre, explaining recent changes to hate crimes legislation in England and Wales.
Welcoming pupils onto campus
Children from across Leeds stepped onto campus to experience university life and earn a 'Degree in a Day', as part of a programme with Leeds City Council’s Healthy Holidays scheme.