Leeds Arts University have named Skunk Anansie‘s Skin as their first-ever Chancellor.
The singer, activist, DJ and actress will serve in the ceremonial role as the head of the university, during which she will play “an important ambassadorial role: one who students and staff can look to for inspiration and who can speak on behalf of the University and the creative sector”.
Speaking about being appointed as the Chancellor of Leeds Arts University, Skin said in a statement: “I would like to say that I am absolutely delighted and honoured to accept the role as the first ever Chancellor of Leeds Arts University, which is the only specialist arts university in the north of England.