online news@lboro - 2009
may 2012
Engineering Professor in Marquis Who’s Who
May 22, 2012
Loughborough Professor of Structural Engineering Mohammed Raoof has been included in the 30th edition of Marquis Who’s Who in the World.
Prestigious role for Computer Science academic
May 15, 2012
Dr Iain Phillips from the University’s Department of Computer Science has been appointed Chair of the Council of Professors and Heads of Computing (CPHC).
Calling all book-lovers
May 3, 2012
A novel exchange initiative known as BookCrossing has recently been launched by the Library across campus for staff members and students to enjoy.
New five minute bus service on campus
May 3, 2012
The Kinch Shuttle Bus has recently been operating an improved service on campus as part of the Green Travel plan.
april 2012
Research Grants and Contracts
April 30, 2012
Research grants and contracts awarded in January, February and March 2012.
Sign up for the Business Games
April 30, 2012
Staff are invited to come together and compete for the illustrious title of ‘Leicestershire and Rutland’s number one sporting workplace’ at the Business Games.
Campus developments update
April 23, 2012
The Spring newsatlboro was so jam packed we couldn’t include all our campus developments news, so here’s the bits we couldn’t squeeze in:
Student Charter seeks feedback
April 23, 2012
The University and Students’ Union are working together to update the Student Charter for the academic year 2012-2013 and are looking for volunteers to provide feedback on the resource.
Loughborough student a Young Master at awards ceremony
April 17, 2012
Adam Allcock from the Wolfson School of Mechanical and Manufacturing Engineering has been honoured with the Most Employable Young Person award at the 2012 Young Masters Awards.
Loughborough student’s pitch worth £1,000
April 17, 2012
School of Sport, Exercise and Health Sciences student Mitch Smith was crowned winner in the Shell LiveWIRE Pitching Competition.
Provost in baton handover
April 16, 2012
Former Deputy Vice Chancellor Neil Halliwell has presented his successor Professor Chris Linton with a specially designed ‘Provost Baton of Office’ which will be used to mark the handing over of office for years to come.
Burleigh Court launches new charity partnership on 21st Birthday
April 16, 2012
Burleigh Court celebrated in style by welcoming a host of VIPs through its doors for its 21st anniversary.
Final Week! Enter your nominations for the Enterprise Awards
April 16, 2012
Nominations are still open for the third annual Enterprise Awards.
Economics student a winner
April 16, 2012
School of Business and Economics student Hasmita Vejanand has been named a runner up in the Chartered Financial Analyst (CFA) Institute student competition.
march 2012
New projects to improve teaching quality
March 29, 2012
Eight Teaching Innovation Awards worth up to £3,000 each have been presented to academics across the University to support new projects that aim to enhance teaching and learning practice at Loughborough.
Student honoured for award-winning essay
March 29, 2012
Paul Brack from the Department of Chemistry has won the ASET Student Essay Competition 2011.
Staff help pays off for student in poster competition
March 29, 2012
PhD student Simon Howroyd has won the award for Best Poster at this year’s Loughborough University Research Conference.
Chaplaincy welcomes Jewish and Muslim Chaplains
March 20, 2012
The Centre for Faith and Spirituality is pleased to announce the appointment of three new Muslim and Jewish chaplains.
Last Chance! Volunteers needed for Loughborough Half Marathon
March 15, 2012
Loughborough Half Marathon is looking for volunteers to support the smooth running of the event.
Cycling from London to Paris for charity
March 15, 2012
Aeronautical Engineer lecturer Duncan Walker will take part in a London to Paris bike ride to raise money for his chosen charity, the Prostate Cancer Charity.
february 2012
Enjoy a fortnight of Fairtrade
February 21, 2012
Get involved in the various Fairtrade events taking place across campus between the 26 February and 11 March.
University welcomes first Mental Health and Wellbeing Day
February 20, 2012
Wednesday the 22 February will see the launch of the first ever University’s Mental Health and Wellbeing Day.
Get involved in the workplace challenge
February 20, 2012
Leicester-Shire & Rutland Sport has recently launched the 2012 Active Together Workplace Challenge and is asking staff to sign up and get involved in the competition.
Last chance to sign up for Job Shadowing
February 14, 2012
Staff Development are offering staff the opportunity to shadow other roles across Loughborough University. Deadline for applications is 17 February 2012.
Farmer’s Market this Valentine’s Day
February 8, 2012
Tuesday 14 February will see the Farmer’s Market bringing fresh and local produce on campus throughout the day.
PhD student wins Smeed Prize
February 7, 2012
Jessica Van-Ristell, a PhD student from the School of Civil and Building Engineering, has been awarded the coveted Smeed prize for best student paper at the Universities’ Transport Study Group Conference.
Applications open for Pro-Vice Chancellor roles
February 6, 2012
31 July 2012 will mark the end of the three year term for Professor Morag Bell and Professor Ken Parsons as Loughborough’s Pro-Vice-Chancellors.
january 2012
Research Grants and Contracts
January 31, 2012
Research grants and contracts awarded in December 2011
Call for Honorary Degree Nominations
January 31, 2012
Members of University staff are invited to nominate exceptional individuals for Honorary Degrees.
Submit your University Medal nominations now
January 31, 2012
With the Honorary Degree and University Medal Committee meeting in February, members of staff are encouraged to nominate exceptional individuals for Loughborough University Medals.
An invitation to Leicestershire Constabulary’s public engagement event on campus
January 30, 2012
Staff, students and members of the public are invited to attend a public engagement event being held by the Leicestershire Constabulary at Loughborough University.
Inter-departmental football tournament
January 27, 2012
Loughborough University is calling all staff to brush off their football gear and show each other up in an inter-departmental, six-a-side football tournament.
Dr Louisa Webb
January 26, 2012
It is with greatest sadness to announce that academic and Telford Hall Warden Dr Louisa Webb passed away Friday January 20 after a long illness.
Student’s Union wins Best International Experience
January 24, 2012
Loughborough Students’ Union has been named number one for international experience at the NUS Internationalisation Awards.
More refurbishment for University woods
January 11, 2012
As part of the on-going refurbishment and maintenance of the University’s ancient and historic woodland, Facilities Management has replaced the interpretive signs in both Burleigh and Holywell Woods.
Research that matters at the Loughborough Research Conference
January 3, 2012
Staff and students are invited to attend the Loughborough Research Conference taking place on Tuesday March 6.