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Left: The Officier dans l’Ordre des Arts et Lettres medal, Right: Professor Diana Holmes receives the award of Officier dans l’Ordre des Arts et Lettres

Professor honoured for French arts and culture research

A Leeds academic has been honoured by the French government for her contribution to research in French arts and culture.

Curious minds set new record

Record numbers of visitors flocked to campus on Saturday to sample free family-friendly activities showcasing the University’s world-changing research.

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Arts, Humanities and Culture researchers celebrated in second World Changers Essay Collection

The World Changers Collection II is a series of essays by University of Leeds researchers across faculties and schools. They write about their ground-breaking research and the insights they’ve gained.

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Northern Soul newcomers call for a more diverse dancefloor

Younger generations of music and dance lovers are rewriting the rules of Northern Soul to make sure it includes everyone.

Journalism students to inherit Channel 4 News set

Journalism students will soon be able to hone their broadcasting skills on a TV set used by Channel 4 News presenters, thanks to a special collaboration with the University of Leeds.