online news@lboro - 2009
december 2011
Professors honoured with IEEE Fellowships
December 5, 2011
Professors Yiannis Vardaxoglou (pictured) and Michael Kong from the School of Electronic, Electrical and Systems Engineering have been recognised as leaders in their field by the Institute of Electrical and Electronics Engineers (IEEE).
Staff Mo Bros raise funds for Movember
December 5, 2011
Last month Design and Print Services staff took on the challenge of sprouting moustaches in aid of the international Movember campaign.
November 2011
Research Grants and Contracts
November 2011
Research grants and contracts awarded in November 2011.
Student Summer Exchange a success
November 15, 2011
Eddie Obropta, a student from America, has made full use of his Santander Universities funded exchange programme this summer.
imago celebrates top customer service scores
November 15, 2011
imago, the hospitality and conferencing brand of Loughborough University, has received top customer service awards and positive feedback for its venues across campus.
Loughborough mourns physiology expert and alumnus
November 11, 2011
An exceptionally talented student who was amongst the first to graduate from Loughborough’s Physical Education Training College has died.
Holywell Woods gets a makeover
November 11, 2011
On Sunday 30 October Charnwood Conservation Volunteers in collaboration with Loughborough FM department spent the day replacing the boardwalks in Holywell Wood.
Staff wear it pink for Breast Cancer awareness
November 11, 2011
Friday 28 October saw Loughborough University brighten up its wardrobe as staff across campus wore anything pink to raise money for the Breast Cancer Campaign.
Green Impact calling all staff
November 2, 2011
Interested in doing your bit for sustainability? Get a team together and sign up to Green Impact to help reduce your department or building’s environmental impact and be recognised for implementing sustainable behaviours.
october 2011
Research Grants and Contracts
October 2011
Research grants and contracts awarded in October 2011.
Silver for EcoCampus
October 26, 2011
The University’s progress implementing its Environmental Management System (EMS) has been recognised with a silver award from system provider EcoCampus.
Nominate students for the Loughborough University Graduate School Prizes
October 26, 2011
With two days left, this is your last chance to nominate students for the Loughborough University Graduate School Prizes.
Turn your ID card into cash
October 19, 2011
imago at Loughborough Limited has introduced a new initiative to enable staff and students to use their ID card as an alternative to carrying cash and to save money.
It’s a colourful life
October 19, 2011
The Chemistry Department hosted the latest ‘Creating a Colour Life’ project on October 15, as mature students and their families were able to get involved in a variety of different colour and pigment activities.
september 2011
Research Grants and Contracts
September 2011
Research grants and contracts awarded in September 2011.
Technology simplifies student administration
September 29, 2011
The first of a series of IT development projects aiming to improve key administrative processes has been implemented by the University.
Engineering YES highly commended at national awards
September 28, 2011
Loughborough-led project Engineering YES (Young Entrepreneurs Scheme) has been highly commended in the Enterprise Champions category of the 2011National Enterprise Educator Awards (NEEA).
Extra-curricular Languages Programme: Meet the Teachers
September 21, 2011
If you are considering learning or brushing up a language, but are unsure about which level would be most suitable for you, this is an opportunity to get advice from the experts - the teachers themselves.
Calling all science and technology exhibit proposals
September 21, 2011
The Royal Society has begun accepting proposals for 2012 Summer Science Exhibitions which will be showcased in London from 3-8 July 2012.
Computer Science Graduate a ‘Future Leader’
September 21, 2011
Andre Samuel, a graduate from Loughborough University, has been named one of Britain’s 100 most outstanding new black graduates by Future Leaders magazine.
Summer placement a great success for Computer Science student
September 12, 2011
Alex Barfoot, a Computer Science student at the University has made good use of a ten week summer placement in the department, by developing new software for Requirements Engineering.
When two services become one
September 7, 2011
On 1 August University support services Facilities Management (FM) and imago Services merged.
The results are in!
September 7, 2011
Thanks to the efforts of staff across campus the University has lowered its energy consumption by 7% to save an impressive £34,500 compared to the same period last year.
Design and Print providing a passport photo service
September 7, 2011
Design and Print Services are currently offering staff the opportunity to have passport and visa photos taken.
august 2011
Research Grants and Contracts
August 2011
Research grants and contracts awarded in August 2011.
Mentors sought for sports scholars
August 15, 2011
The Sports Development Centre is looking for mentors to join its University-wide mentoring team to help elite athletes balance their sporting and academic commitments.
Library receives Customer Service Excellence Standard
August 15, 2011
Loughborough University Library Services has received the government-backed Customer Service Excellence Standard, endorsing its high quality service.
Maths student receives top University prize
August 15, 2011
Student Ricardo Braganza from the School of Mathematics has received the Sir Robert Martin University Prize – Loughborough’s premier student award.
Caterpillar chief talks to LU researchers
August 15, 2011
Tana Utley, the Chief Technology Officer and a Vice President of Caterpillar Inc, came to Loughborough on 25 July, when the Chancellor conferred on her the honorary degree Doctor of Technology (Hon DTech).
Volunteers sought for project to cut energy bills
August 15, 2011
Researchers are calling for Loughborough households to take part in a pioneering project looking at energy use in the home.
Beginner to advanced language programmes
August 8, 2011
Arabic, Chinese (Mandarin), French, German, Italian, Japanese, Russian and Spanish are on offer as part of the Extra-curricular Languages Programme run by the Department of Politics, History and International Relations.
Second year maths students to receive learning boost
August 8, 2011
The University’s Mathematics Education Centre, Department of Mathematical Sciences, and Teaching Centre have received funding for an innovative project to improve engagement with second year maths students.
Students spend industry year in Malaysia
August 8, 2011
Another group of Loughborough’s Civil Engineering students have arrived in Kuala Lumpur this summer as part of a student exchange programme with the University of Malaya to gain industrial experience on a one-year placement for the award of a Diploma of Industrial Studies (DIS) or follow a three- month summer internship.
july 2011
Research Grants and Contracts
July 2011
Research grants and contracts awarded in July 2011.
Additional Shuttle Bus Across Campus
July 31, 2011
It is appreciated that the summer programme of works on the campus is placing greater pressure on the number of car parking spaces on East and Central Parks.
Richard Bebbington’s marathon effort
July 31, 2011
IT Services Software Developer Richard Bebbington is running 12 marathons in 12 months for Leicestershire charity Wishes 4 Kids.
Student proves a star with 3M
July 31, 2011
Undergraduate Matt Oakley has received a special award from 3M for being the most outstanding industrial placement student with its Health Care business this year.
Holywell Park achieves gold standard
July 31, 2011
Holywell Park has been awarded the VenueVerdict Gold Standard Accreditation.
School students get a Headstart
July 31, 2011
The Engineering Faculty once again hosted the annual Engineering Headstart event from 4-7 July.
Prof Vardaxoglou named RAE Fellow
July 31, 2011
Dean of the School of Electronic, Electrical and Systems Engineering Prof Yiannis Vardaxoglou has been named Fellow of the Royal Academy of Engineering.
Design and Print win industry awards
July 31, 2011
The University’s Design and Print Services team excelled at the recent University Print Managers Group (UPMG) Annual Conference Awards collecting honours in two of four categories and winning a logo redesign competition.
Design School students’ international awards
July 31, 2011
Design School PhD students Yacine Ouzzahra and Damien Fournet have won awards at two international conferences.
Maths Director elected to Institute Council
July 31, 2011
Director of the Mathematics Education Centre Dr Carol Robinson has been elected to the Council of the Institute of Mathematics and its Applications (IMA).
Environmental Policy updated
July 31, 2011
The University’s Environmental Policy has been updated and published as part of the EcoCampus Environmental Management System.
Concrete printer makes RIBA shortlist
July 31, 2011
A concrete printer developed by Dr Richard Buswell and Prof Simon Austin in the Department of Civil and Building Engineering has been shortlisted for the annual Royal Institute of British Architects (RIBA) President's Awards for Research 2011.
Volunteers sought for Graduation this July
July 4, 2011
Would you like to be involved in a memorable University event? Graduation is one of the highlights of the University calendar and organisers are looking for volunteers to help.
WEDC hosts international conference on campus
July 4, 2011
In celebration of its 40th anniversary, WEDC is hosting its international conference on campus (July 6-8) for the first time in 25 years.
june 2011
Research Grants and Contracts
June 2011
Research grants and contracts awarded in June 2011.
Online animation of the staff commute!
June 21, 2011
Researchers within the Design School have commissioned a simulation of current commute patterns to the University.
New overtime policy in action
June 14, 2011
A new overtime policy has been introduced to make overtime agreements and payments fair and consistent across the University.
Students’ Union reclaims Green Impact award
June 14, 2011
Loughborough Students’ Union clinched the Green Impact Union of the Year award making it four overall wins in the last five years.
Employability Award success
June 14, 2011
The Careers and Employability Centre has celebrated the success of 84 undergraduate students who have completed the Loughborough Employability Award this year.
Vote now for LU mathscard to win national competition
June 7, 2011
Staff can help the University’s innovative mathscard win one of two accolades at this year’s PocketMedia Awards.
Fire Officer Rod praised for partnership work
June 6, 2011
University Fire Officer Rod Harrison has been praised for his partnership working by the Leicestershire Fire and Rescue Service (LFRS).
Research staff called to annual conference
June 6, 2011
Organisers of the University’s fourth annual Research Staff Conference hope to make a buzz when the event takes place later this month (Monday 20 June) at the Sir Denis Rooke building.
Graduate profile resource now online
June 6, 2011
The Careers and Employability Centre (CEC) has created a useful graduate profile resource which can be accessed and used by staff and students across the campus.
Chemistry student wins Physical Sciences award
June 6, 2011
Chemistry undergraduate Paul Brack has won the UK Physical Sciences Centre Higher Education Academy Student Award for his essay detailing how he would teach students if he was a lecturer.
Sleep Centre seeks volunteers aged 50-64
June 6, 2011
The University’s Sleep Research Centre is looking for volunteers aged 50-64 with sleeping difficulties to take part in a one-year study.
It’s Better OFF saves 10%
June 6, 2011
Staff have helped the University reduce its energy consumption by over 10% compared to last year’s February to April figures according to the latest It’s Better OFF figures.
The 10.49% reduction equates to a £56,376 - or 381 tonne Co2 - saving over the three month period.
may 2011
Research Grants and Contracts
May 2011
Research grants and contracts awarded in May 2011.
Professor Elizabeth Stokoe receives inaugural psychology prize
May 24, 2011
Professor Elizabeth Stokoe has become the first person to be awarded the British Psychological Society Social Psychology Section's Mid-Career Award, given to recognise the distinguished achievements and contributions of social psychologists in the 'mid' of their career.
Loughborough University Donations Fund – Inside Out Fund
May 20, 2011
Each year Loughborough University sets aside £25k for its Community Donations Fund to provide financial support to community groups and organisations across Charnwood. £5k of this is specifically aimed at staff involved in community groups through the Inside Out Fund.
Ergonomics student awarded at science for sport event
May 18, 2011
Environmental Ergonomics Research Centre PhD student Nicola Gerrett was awarded the ‘Oxylane’ prize for best physiology presentation at a recent symposium ‘Science for Sports Industry’ held in Lille (France).
Computer Science hosts international downscaling workshop
May 17, 2011
Last month the Department of Computer Science successfully held an international workshop on statistical downscaling looking at the affects of climate change on regional weather.
James France flooring wins national award
May 17, 2011
A contractor that installed flooring in the James France mezzanine area has won a national award for their work.
Workshops inspire STEM interest
May 16, 2011
STEM (science, technology, engineering and maths) experts have been sharing their love of the subjects with young people in the East Midlands at a series of workshops at Snibston Discovery Museum.
Professor appointed to Aslib Advisory Council
May 16, 2011
Professor Amanda Spink, Chair in Information Science, has been appointed as a member of the Aslib Advisory Council (www.aslib.com) which provides external guidance and support for Aslib’s development.
National Design Academy interior design competition
May 11, 2011
Design students are being encouraged to enter a National Design Academy competition to design the interior of a £1million Penthouse apartment and take home £3000 prize money.
Engineering graduate named Tomorrow’s Leader
May 11, 2011
Civil Engineering graduate Dr Phebe Mann has been named Tomorrow’s Leader at the UKRC Women of Outstanding Achievement Awards.
Student four receive Royal Academy of Engineering support
May 9, 2011
Four Loughborough students have been named on The Royal Academy of Engineering’s Engineering Leadership Advanced Awards scheme.
Free Folk event on campus this weekend (7 May)
May 5, 2011
A Free folk event is taking place on the University campus this Saturday (7 May) from 1-5pm.
Health and wellbeing support goes digital
May 5, 2011
A new Loughborough University Health and Wellbeing website is available for staff and students at www.lboro.ac.uk/service/health-wellbeing/
Active Travel Week events and competitions 9-13 May
May 5, 2011
Following its success last year, Active Travel Week returns next week (9-13 May) to give staff a taste of a healthier way of life through a range of events, activities and competitions on campus.
Music Scholarship Recital – Thursday 19 May
May 5, 2011
Recipients of this year’s Music Scholarship prize are to perform at a free of charge recital at the University’s Music Centre on Thursday 19 May from 7pm.
It’s Better OFF saves 11% of electricity this Easter
May 5, 2011
Thanks to staff across campus supporting It’s Better OFF at Easter, the University has seen an 11% saving in its energy consumption over the five-day break.
Online Store nets strong sales in opening months
May 5, 2011
The University’s online store is set to go from strength to strength after surpassing £110,000 in sales in its first six months.
april 2011
Research Grants and Contracts
April 2011
Research grants and contracts awarded in April 2011.
Professor Barrie Houihan has been elected to the Academy of Social Sciences of the United Kingdom
April 8, 2011
Professor Barrie Houlihan has been elected to the Academy of Social Sciences of the United Kingdom. Dr. Houlihan is Professor of Sport Policy in the Institute of Sport and Leisure Policy. He has been involved in teaching and researching sport for over twenty years. He has a particular interest in sports development, the diplomatic use of sport, and drug abuse by athletes.
imago’s catering given a ‘high five’
April 5, 2011
imago’s catering has been given the ‘gold standard’ in a new food hygiene rating system launched by Charnwood Borough Council.
How big’s your carbon footprint?
April 5, 2011
Loughborough and the eight other universities in the East Midlands region have joined forces to use a carbon calculator to encourage staff and students to measure their own carbon footprints.
march 2011
Research Grants and Contracts
April 2011
Research grants and contracts awarded in February 2011.
Update on University new structure
March 29, 2011
Appointments have now been made to the Operations Manager posts in each of the ten new Schools.
USS Review Update
March 18, 2011
As part of the review, a formal, legally-required consultation over the proposed changes took place between October and December 2010 with over 130,000 USS members. As a consequence, modifications to the planned scheme changes, addressing the key issues identified by scheme members in the consultation, were recommended by the USS Board.
Scientists look to the past to consider future potential climate change
March 10, 2011
Climate change could become worse than anything we've seen in recorded history, according to results of a study that has appeared in the journal Science.
Keeping soft fruit ‘fur free’ for longer idea wins support from the Food and Drink iNet
March 10, 2011
Scientists researching a new way of keeping soft fruit ‘fur free’ for longer have been given support by the Food and Drink iNet.
february 2011
Research Grants and Contracts
February 2011
Research grants and contracts awarded in January 2011.
USS review
February 28, 2011
A national review of the Universities Superannuation Scheme (USS) has been underway for some months now, to determine what changes should be made to ensure that USS remains a sustainable, attractive and affordable defined benefit pension scheme for both employers and members, current and future.
january 2011
Research Grants and Contracts
January 2011
Research grants and contracts awarded in December 2010.
Loughborough University hosts ‘green’ business conference
January 27, 2011
Experts from universities, NGOs and industry from across the UK, Europe and South America have gathered at Loughborough University to discuss and move forward solutions for small and medium sized enterprises (SMEs) on sustainability and climate issues.
MP visits IEHF
January 26, 2011
Loughborough University’s Third Age Suit was demonstrated to Loughborough MP Nicky Morgan when she visited the Institute of Ergonomics & Human Factors (IEHF) earlier this month.
Gold medal award for University professor
January 26, 2011
A Professor of Control Systems Engineering at Loughborough University has been bestowed the highest award from the Institution of Mechanical Engineers (IMechE) in the form of a solid gold medal.
Free health screening and advice session for staff
January 21, 2011
A free health and wellbeing fair is being held on Friday 28 January and it is open to all University staff.
Nominations for the Loughborough University Medal
January 19, 2011
The Loughborough University Medal Committee will meet in March to consider nominations for the Loughborough University Medal to be awarded at graduation ceremonies in 2011.
Honorary degrees – call for nominations
January 17, 2011
If you think someone should receive an honorary degree from the University, then why not put their name forward for consideration?