September 2024 News
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University wide expertise helps Loughborough graduate smash prestigious German hour record
Expertise from across Loughborough University has helped a graduate and elite cyclist smash one of the most prestigious records in cycling.
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Alex will run 17 marathons in 12 days
On Wednesday 25 September, Alex Backhouse will begin his run from Land’s End to London in support of Retina UK. He will run a total of 700 km over 12 days.
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Two alumni reunite with French host family after nearly 40 years
Modern European Studies graduates (1987), James Roberts and Steve Voysey, recently reunited with a French family who hosted them on their goat farm nearly 40 years ago during their studies at Loughborough.
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Second edition of Leading Beyond the Ego is released by alumnus
Chemical Engineering alumnus John Knights (1969), has just published the second edition of his book, Leading Beyond the Ego.
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Alumnae represent GB in AFL Canada Transatlantic Cup
Ellie Hyner and Alex Stephens were recently selected in a squad of 28 to represent Great Britain Swans in the 2024 Transatlantic Cup in Canada.
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Karen Carney OBE named Loughborough University’s Ambassador for Sport, Health and Wellbeing
Today (12 September 2024), Karen Carney OBE has been announced as the first Ambassador for the University’s Strategic Theme of Sport, Health and Wellbeing.
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Sian and Danny celebrate their wedding
Two 2019 graduates, Sian Bruty and Danny Jaine, got married in Chichester on 20 July 2024.
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Loughborough graduate and elite cyclist attempts German hour record, supported by University’s world-class sports ecosystem
On Wednesday 18 September, an elite cyclist and Engineering Masters graduate from Loughborough University, supported by a team combining scientific, engineering, coaching and physiotherapy expertise, will attempt one of the most prestigious records in cycling.
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Alumni Advisory Board: 2024 year in review
Over the last academic year (2023/2024) Alumni President Dr Luke Stott has led the Alumni Advisory Board (AAB). As the year ends, we take a moment to reflect on the Board’s achievements, initiatives, and the impact they have made on our alumni community and the University.
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Penny releases third psychological thriller
Alumna Penny Batchelor released her book The Reunion Party earlier this year. It is her third psychological thriller novel, following on from her first two books, Her New Best Friend and My Perfect Sister.