Celebrating 100 years of change

11 November 1918 marked the end of the First World War, and the start of our story… the beginnings of a university in Leicester as a living memorial to honour those who made sacrifices during the Great War. In 2021, we’ll celebrate 100 years since our first students started. Join us in marking this moment, to reflect on our past and look ahead to how we’ll all shape our future. We are Citizens of Change.

Our 100

Nominate now to celebrate our past, present and future.

Centenary Square dedication

On Sunday 11 November 2018, we officially opened and dedicated Centenary Square.

So that they may have life: a film

The University was founded as a living memorial. This short film tells the story of our founding through the words of Dr Astley Clarke, our first benefactor.