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Scott Davidson
https://le.ac.uk/people/scott-davidson
The academic profile of Dr Scott Davidson, Lecturer in Media and Public Relations at University of Leicester.
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Is it possible to cry a river?
https://le.ac.uk/news/2016/may/is-it-possible-to-cry-a-river-after-tottenhams-defeat-leicester-research-examines-plausibility-of-shedding-enough-tears-to-form-a-river
Musicians Arthur Hamilton, Justin Timberlake and unsympathetic people across the world have encouraged others to ‘cry me a river’, a put-down phrase to make light of people’s problems.
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Research suggests people who want to prevent immigration to the UK are less happy than those who welcome it
https://le.ac.uk/news/2017/april/research-suggests-people-who-want-to-prevent-immigration-to-the-uk-are-less-happy-than-those-who-welcome-it
People who want to stop further immigration to the UK are less happy than those who welcome it, and politicians are part of the reason for this, new research shows.
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Schools and study
https://le.ac.uk/cssah/study
Browse the departments and Schools which make up the College of Social Sciences, Arts and Humanities at the University of Leicester.
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Ray Fairbend
https://le.ac.uk/about/history/obituaries/2024/ray-fairbend
We have learned, with sadness, of the death of Ray Fairbend on 18 September 2024, aged 71.
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Chancellor's Distinguished Lecture Series
https://le.ac.uk/about/who-we-are/governance/court/chancellor/distinguished-lecture-series
The Chancellor’s Distinguished Lecture Series is the University of Leicester’s flagship programme of public events.
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Weight loss drug hope for patients with type 2 diabetes
https://le.ac.uk/news/2021/march/weight-loss-drug-hope
Patients with type 2 diabetes that were treated with a weekly injection of the breakthrough drug Semaglutide were able to achieve an average weight loss of nearly 10kg, according to a new study published in The Lancet today.
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Environmental Science BSc
https://le.ac.uk/courses/environmental-science-bsc/2026
From climatic changes and natural hazards to shifting tectonic plates, our planet is constantly reshaping itself. By studying the science behind physical geography, you can better tackle the challenges that lie ahead.
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Educating for empathy in healthcare (three-day course)
https://le.ac.uk/empathy/study/educating-empathy
Join our three-day course at the University of Leicester to master empathy teaching in healthcare. Boost patient care, overcome barriers, and lead with compassion.
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Personal statements
https://le.ac.uk/study/undergraduates/how-to-apply/applications/personal-statements
Personal statements: what they are, why they’re important and what to include and avoid - plus some suggestions from our admissions tutors.