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Norse in the North 2023 in Leeds brought the supernatural back to Old Norse studies
Back in May 2023, Leeds hosted the Norse in the North conference which discussed literature and the supernatural in Old Norse studies.
Medieval knights clash swords on campus
Europe’s largest Medieval celebration is taking place in Leeds with over 2,500 enthusiasts from 60 countries coming together both in person and virtually to immerse themselves in the Middle Ages.
Dr Alan Murray receives award for his book Baldwin of Bourcq
Dr Murray, Senior Lecturer in Medieval Studies in the School of History, has been awarded the J.F. Verbruggen Prize for his book Baldwin of Bourcq: Count of Edessa and King of Jerusalem (1100-31).
2023 IMS Research Seminar series explores sources for Byzantine Art History
The first IMS Research Seminar of 2023 involved a talk by Dr Foteini Spingou, Professor Charlie Barber, and Dr Justin Willson regarding their project to collate sources of Byzantine art history.
Postgraduate researcher Iain Dyson presents paper at Sheffield Central Library talk
Medieval Studies postgraduate researcher Iain presented a talk at Sheffield Central Library regarding Yorkshire's involvement in the Crusades.