Further update: Intermittent Wi-Fi connectivity issues
To resolve the intermittent issues with Wi-Fi connectivity that some of you may have experienced over the last week, we have made some changes to the way in which devices connect to the network, which appears to have stabilised the problem.
BUCS to Branches: Turning sporting success into environmental impact
Loughborough University is proud to launch ‘BUCS to Branches’, a bold new initiative that transforms our athletic achievement into environmental action.
Update: Intermittent Wi-Fi connectivity issue - 21 October
The root cause of the intermittent Wi-Fi connection issue has now been identified and is a result of a significant increase in the number of devices being connected to the campus network. IT Services are working closely with our supplier, Cisco, to review and implement a long-term solution to ensure continued stability of the network.
Loughborough’s Menopause Café brings colleagues together
Last week, with the support of Maia (Loughborough University's Women's Network), Occupational Health (OH), and the Human Resources (HR) team, the University held its first Menopause Café.
Vice-Chancellor launches this year’s Christmas card design competition
Loughborough’s Vice-Chancellor, Professor Nick Jennings, is delighted to launch his annual Christmas Card design competition to students, with three prizes of £200 available to win.
Upcoming wellbeing sessions for students
Student Services are running a variety of events throughout November to support your wellbeing. Topics covered include how to manage anxiety, a wellbeing walk to Burleigh Woods and a neurodiverse social drop-in.
Win £1,000 with Santander’s Brighter Futures Grants Programme
Loughborough University is excited to announce we are working with Santander again to offer students the opportunity to win £1,000 to support their studies and empower them to reach their goals.
Music opportunities for students and staff
LU Arts offer a wide range of music opportunities which are open to all staff and students with a range of experience levels. Whether you are an experienced musician or a complete beginner, there are plenty of activities you can get involved in.
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War and security
Loughborough expert warns UK military must prepare for the possibility of “low-carbon warfare”
A small ‘vanguard’ group inside the Ministry of Defence (MoD) has been trying to develop a new vision of ‘low-carbon warfare’ in response to emerging climate and energy transition risks, according to new research.
Global sporting events
Lightning and England legend Emily Scarratt to retire from rugby
Loughborough Lightning and Red Roses legend Emily Scarratt has decided to hang up her boots after 18 seasons on the field, announcing her retirement from rugby with immediate effect.
Community
Leicestershire’s universities invite local residents with life and skills experiences to apply for community-focused research projects
Innovative local thinkers are being invited to apply for paid, full-time research projects tackling key issues like fuel poverty, retrofitting homes, health inequalities and flooding.
Environment
One-in-five homes not equipped to handle hot weather, say experts
Following the frequent and intense heatwaves experienced in the UK this summer, researchers at Loughborough University are warning that many UK homes are no longer fit for rising temperatures – and overheating is putting health and wellbeing at risk.
Artificial intelligence
Loughborough University and ai.io join forces to transform sports talent discovery
Loughborough University and ai.io are teaming up for a new project that looks to revolutionise the world of talent identification and development.
Health and medicine
Loughborough researcher hopes her adaptable tumour bubble will put an end to animal testing for developing cancer drugs
A Loughborough University academic is hoping a bio-inspired bubble, created to replicate cancer tumours in a laboratory environment, will help put an end to animal testing in drug development.
Discover bold ideas at TEDxLoughboroughUniversity
Loughborough is proud to host TEDxLoughboroughUniversity, a day of thought-provoking talks taking place on 8 November in Loughborough Students’ Union.
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Welcome to your noticeboard
This is a space for staff and students to self-submit informal University information and opportunities. You can use this noticeboard to share:
- Call-outs for research participants
- Voluntary roles and positions
- Changes to your service or department, e.g. a change in opening hours
- Temporary car parking changes
The noticeboard is not for:
- Duplicating content posted on the news channel
- To promote events open to our University community (this should be self-submitted under the dedicated ‘Events’ tab instead).
Mature and commuter student experience survey
For Students
Research participant call-outs
An invitation for mature and commuter students to take part in our survey which aims to explore the student experience and key challenges faced by these groups of students.
Hilary McDermott

Participants needed for annual flu vaccine study
For Staff
Research participant call-outs
We are conducting a study in collaboration with the Loughborough University Occupational Health Service to explore how social and lifestyle factors may affect people's immune response to the annual flu vaccine.
Stanislava Katsarova-Harrison

USS Member Webinars - October to December 2025
For Staff
General opportunities
Find details of the free USS member webinars available until the end of 2025.
Charlotte Dyer

Take part in a short online driving study
For Staff and Students
Research participant call-outs
We’re looking for drivers aged 18 to 80 to take part in a short PhD research study (online). You’ll watch a short video, complete a simulated driving task, and answer a few questions.
Eduardo Mendez

Burleigh Springs: October Offer - Indian Head Massage
For Staff
Health and wellbeing
Burleigh Springs is Loughborough's premier Leisure Club and Spa facility and is located within Burleigh Court.
Charlotte Dyer

Participants Needed For An Online Survey Study
For Staff and Students
Research participant call-outs
This online survey study aims to assess the level of awareness among the UK general population regarding digital practices and environmental sustainability.
K-Tricia Isaacs

LOROS Charity Quiz Night
For Staff and Students
General opportunities
Mark Whitworth (IT Services) is running his next twice-yearly charity quiz for LOROS on Friday 21 November, at the LOROS Development Centre in Glenfield.
Mark Whitworth
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IAS Seminar: The role of examples in logical reasoning with mathematical content
For Staff and students
Hybrid - International House & Zoom Webinar
Making connections: Strategic networking for net zero researchers
For Staff and students
Academic
Online
Coherence and flow in writing
For Students
Academic
Online
Climate and Environment Dialogue #11: Interactive Climate Fresk Workshop
For Staff and students
Sustainability
TBC
Academic style and vocabulary
For Students
Academic
Online
Pop-up Maker Space
For Staff and students
Arts
Edward Herbert Building, Atrium
Black History Month: Leadership to Legacy, building futures with purpose and pride
For Staff and students
Equity, Diversity and Inclusion
Loughborough Business School






