Banners have been mysteriously put up in Leeds University Union today in protest of the new Police, Sentencing and Courts Bill. Today, the bill starts its next stage in the House of Lords.
UCU Strikes continue on campus
This story appeared on the front page of The Gryphon on 3rd December 2021. The University and College Union, one of the largest higher education trade unions in the UK, will continue industrial action for […]
Theatre Group’s New Labour Review
Ben Stewart reviews the Theatre Group’s production of New Labour at Stage@Leeds!
Editor’s Opinion: Why LUU (and you) should support the UCU strikes
Better working conditions for staff mean better education for students. Who can seriously expect a savings-stripped, sleep-deprived lecturer living on the breadline and working on a contract as strong and stable as a Teresa May government to deliver a seminar to their best ability?
LUU to host club night “for Black students, by Black students”
Leeds University Union have announced the addition of a new club night to the roster of their events. SOUL, described as “a club night for Black students, by Black students”, will have its inaugural night on Wednesday 1st December.
Huge hand-painted mural celebrating inspirational community leader unveiled at Co-op Leeds University franchise store
A portrait of Leeds Uni Alumni and Founder of Free Black University has been painted on the storefront of Co-op Leeds University Franchise Store, to celebrate the contribution and achievements of Black community leaders who have helped to shape society across the UK
LUU refuses to support UCU industrial action
Leeds University Union has announced that it will not be supporting the upcoming strikes led by the University and College Union, one of the largest higher education trade unions in the UK.
Review: Open Theatre’s The Passion of Bonnie & Clyde
Emotion turns cowboys into soulful women in this short, lively and timeless original production about the notorious Bonnie and Clyde. A successful simple love story, the one-act play was at its best when the two titular characters navigated their romance, illuminating as lovers rather than criminals.
LUU’s Night Market to offer an evening of street food, live music, and arts and crafts stalls
Continuing their celebrations as part of Freshers Week, LUU will be hosting a night market, complete with street food, cocktails, craft beer, art, and music
Freshers Flicks: LUU announce two weeks of outdoor screenings
As part of Freshers Week at the University of Leeds, Hyde Park Picture House and Leeds University Union are collaborating to treat students old and new with a fortnight of outdoor screenings.
LUU launch campaign to support the live events industry
A year on from the first lockdown, Leeds University Union (LUU) have announced a new campaign to support live events professionals and performers who have been affected by the cancellation of events. The week-long campaign, […]
In conversation with Black Feminist Society
We spoke to Abigail from Black Feminist Society about their aims and ongoing projects.