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people to thrive
The White Rose University Consortium brings together the Universities of Leeds, Sheffield, and York in a collaborative partnership that places people at the heart of everything we do.
We empower individuals from all backgrounds to thrive through tailored development programmes, impactful initiatives, and engagement across our community. Our work provides practical, high-value support that complements existing university offerings, helping our partners achieve their goals and drive positive change.
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Featured case study: From solicitor to Professor
From corporate law to Professor, academic careers are rarely a straight line.
This case study features a senior academic who shares raw lessons on beating the ‘competence trap’ of endless admin, overcoming writing blocks, and prioritising life over a CV.
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We support professional services colleagues and researchers from our partner universities, from postgraduate researchers and postdocs to fellows and academics.
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No more distractions: New ‘Independent Scholar’ persona resources launched to help academics block out the noise
Through interviews and focus groups across our partner universities, the White Rose...
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How Sheffield’s staff networks are building an inclusive university from the inside out
Across our three partner universities, we all face the same core challenge...
The White Rose University Consortium actively engages with institutional, regional and national partners to propel positive change and create sustained impact for individuals, communities, and the region.