News and events
Museum Studies graduate appointed to UNESCO role
Leicester graduate Alissandra Cummins has been elected Chairperson of the UNESCO Executive Board.
Leicester graduate is an award-winning poet
Former University of Leicester student has launched a second poetry book after her success at the Southport Arts Festival.
Leicester graduate presents programme on fight against racism
Barbara Jacobs recalls how the University was one of few places where multiculturalism was practised and accepted.
Book of childhood memories marks a unique year for University couple
University of Leicester graduate Elvina Hill has just published Whimberries on the Coity, a lively and moving portrait of life in a coal-mining community in South Wales launched at the Heritage Centre in Blaenavon.
Navratri fundraisers have a heart
Local college students raise money for the University's Cardiovascular Appeal.
University of Leicester in the news: 5 September - 9 October 2011
A regular review from the Press Office of coverage of the University in the media
Work begins on expanded sports facilities
The turf-turning ceremony for the University of Leicester's latest development was held on Monday.
Collections and the public trust - new book on museum disposals
A forthcoming book by a University of Leicester graduate takes a look at the issues of responsible museum collections management.
Alumni events that bring past and future together
A Leicester graduate and former sabbatical officer has written in the Guardian Professional about the importance of alumni departments in helping graduates network.
Reaching the heart of the community
The University of Leicester’s appeal to raise funds for a new Cardiovascular Research Centre gets another boost from a local community.
University of Leicester in the News: 8 August – 4 September 2011
A regular review from the Press Office of coverage of the University in the media
Heart sculpture 'stranded' at Highcross shopping centre
The next time you go shopping, look out for the new sculpture installed in the Highcross – and why not contribute to our Cardiovascular Research Centre appeal at the same time?
Top magician at reunion for Beaumont Hall residents
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Leicester graduates in the news: Muhammed Lameen Abdul-Malik
Atomic energy expert who shared a Nobel Peace Prize and now bakes a mean cheesecake.
Leicester graduates in the news: Lucy Averill
Despite graduating with a degree in Maths and Astronomy at the University of Leicester, Lucy Averill found her calling in something quite different.
Leicester graduates in the news: Harmeet Chawla
Canadian paediatrician who trained among remote Inuit communities.
Honorary graduate in Horrid movie
Leicester-born actress and honorary degree recipient Parminder Nagra stars in the new Horrid Henry movie.
