Welcome to the University of Leeds
Thank you for joining the University of Leeds, below you'll find a variety of links to more information and our University welcome event. We hope this information will support your induction and welcome to our University community. Our aim in providing this is to foster your sense of belonging and develop your awareness of the University more broadly.
Welcome from our Vice-Chancellor, Professor Simone Buitendijk
View a message from our Vice-Chancellor as she welcomes you to our University community.
View the welcome message 
University welcome event
Book on to an upcoming University welcome event to find out more about the University and to meet other colleagues.
Book welcome event 
Induction checklist
Complete your induction checklist which provides essential information, training and guidance to getting started at the University.
Download induction checklist 
Our University strategy
Find out more about our University strategy 2020-2030 and our ambitions to make a difference to society.
Strategy webpage 
Staff benefits
Find out about a wide range of benefits available to you, from discounts on shopping and leisure to support and advice.
Staff benefits page 
More about the University
Explore where you can find important updates and information about key projects and work taking place across the University.
About the University 
A fairer future for all
The University's ambition is to create a fairer future for all – for our staff, our students and our wider global community.
A fairer future for all 
Trade unions
Find out how you can engage or get involved in a trade union. There are three official campus trade unions: UCU, UNISON and Unite.
Trade unions 
University of Leeds COVID-19 guidance
Key information from the University of Leeds can be found on the COVID-19 guidance page.
COVID-19 guidance