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Staff Experience Survey 2025 – Have Your Say

We want to hear your thoughts and feelings on working here at Loughborough University, on the things we already do well, and the areas we need to focus on to make your experience of working here even better. The survey is now open until 30 November 2025.

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Your invite to the next General Assembly – November 2025

On Wednesday 26 November, all staff are invited to attend the first Termly General Assembly of the 2025/26 academic year.

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Loughborough triumphs at Times Higher Education Awards

We are proud to have been awarded the Outstanding Marketing/Communications Team of the Year at the 2025 Times Higher Education (THE) Awards.

Windows 11 Staff Managed Service – 21 November action required On 18 and 19 November, IT Services will roll out an important update to all computers and devices using the Windows 11 Staff Managed Desktop Service. Blue graphic of a triangle warning icon alongside the text 'IT Services Important Information'. Winter Graduation 2025: Parking and road closures On Thursday 11 and Friday 12 December 2025, we will be hosting our Winter Graduation ceremonies. The Loughborough University logo in the brand colour 'African Violet' on a plain background. Don’t forget to have your say in the Staff Experience Survey Don't forget to complete the Staff Experience Survey. We invite you to make use of this opportunity to tell us what you think about working at the University, have your say on what matters the most to you and what you think we (as a University) should prioritise. Purple gradient background with the text 'Staff Experience Survey' and an icon of a hand pointing to a form. The Annual Leave Purchase Scheme will be available again for 2026/2027 year The Annual Leave Purchase Scheme (ALPS) is a staff benefit that lets colleagues purchase up to 74 additional hours (the equivalent of 10 days for someone working full-time) to use as annual leave. Illustration on a purple background showing a white outline of an airplane, a car, a sun with rays, and wavy lines representing water or travel routes. Google Chrome browser (computer version) – urgent manual update required The University has been alerted to a high-risk vulnerability in the Chrome browser. This vulnerability affects Chrome installed on Windows, Mac or Linux platforms.  Blue graphic of a triangle warning icon alongside the text 'IT Services Important Information'. Loughborough University marks White Ribbon Day White Ribbon Day (25 November) is a dedicated time to reaffirm our collective commitment to preventing gender-based violence. Three members of staff standing in front of the Student Services building wearing white ribbons. Early Careers Network: Committee roles open The Early Careers Network (ECN) are looking for staff who are keen to get involved in an exciting development opportunity within a new and exciting staff network. Purple background with orange and pink gradient coloured arrows. New Stained Glass Artwork by Kedisha Coakley Unveiled Last month, an event was held to commemorate the new stained glass artwork in Rutland’s primary training room. The unveiling was part of a wider programme of events for Loughborough University’s Black History Month 2025. Kedisha Coakley stood in front of her stained glass artwork in Rutland Lounge at Loughborough University View all news
Children EXPERT COMMENT: “Children can spend up to 70% of their time in childcare not moving. Our review shows many opportunities that increase movement and play.” This week, the National Early Years Active Start Partnership (NEYASP) have launched a new advisory document, designed to support the Early Years sector in understanding, valuing, and providing high-quality movement opportunities for all young children. 4 children sat playing outside in nature Sustainability Dedication to sustainability sees Loughborough climb global ranking Loughborough University has achieved an impressive rise in the QS World University Rankings: Sustainability, securing 64th place globally out of 2,002 institutions. A Welcome To Loughborough University sign flanked by trees in the sunshine. The Hazlerigg building stands in the background. Cost of living One-in-six people in the UK died in poverty last year – new report New analysis from Loughborough has revealed that 103,000 people died in poverty last year, around one in six of all deaths. An old hand on a radiator in a gloomy house Environment Human biology is ill-adapted to modern cities – new study A new study has found that modern cities are having a huge impact on our health and wellbeing. people walking in new york ctiy Engineering New solar-powered Aftrak tractor will increase crop yields sustainably across Africa with new mechanisms A Loughborough University spin-out aiming to deliver clean, affordable mechanisation to remote communities in sub-Saharan Africa has unveiled a new version of its solar-powered tractor – designed to be more user-friendly and require minimal maintenance. Man pushing aftrak tractor Artificial intelligence Scientists create artificial neuron that can mimic different parts of the brain – a major step towards human-like robotics Robots that can sense and respond to the world like humans may soon be a reality as scientists have created an artificial neuron capable of mimicking different parts of the brain. From left to right, Professor Alexander Balanov, Professor Sergey Saveliev, and Dr Pavel Borisov, of the Loughborough University Department of Physics. The scientists are part of a team of international researchers that have created a new artificial neuron that can mimic different parts of the brain – which could be the key to more human-like robotics. Enterprise Universities recognised nationally for pioneering research-to-start up accelerator A pioneering programme to help turn university research into successful start-ups has been shortlisted for a national Knowledge Exchange Award. A group of academics are gathered in a science lab celebrating the award shortlist View all news
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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).
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Women aged 55-75 needed for osteoporosis research For Staff and Students We are inviting postmenopausal women to take part in a new research study at the School of Sport, Exercise and Health Sciences. The study aims to evaluate the effects of a 12-month, brief home exercise programme on bone structure in postmenopausal women, both with and without osteoporosis treatment. We will explore whether the effects differ between women who take osteoporosis medication and those who do not. Nora Alohaly The Loughborough University logo in the brand colour 'African Violet' on a plain background.
Call for participants: Postmenopausal women needed for study For Staff and Students We are looking for participants to join a new research study at the School of Sport, Exercise and Health Sciences. Our research explores whether consuming a single high-fat meal enriched with a special milk fat can affect markers of heart health and brain function in postmenopausal women. Aisha Borkar The Loughborough University logo in the brand colour 'African Violet' on a plain background.
What do you really think about Open Research? For Staff and Students The UK Reproducibility Network (UKRN) is running a short (5 minutes) survey across UK institutions to identify priority areas for new initiatives and training opportunities. Lara Skelly The Loughborough University logo in the brand colour 'African Violet' on a plain background.
Open to submissions: Festival of Creative and Digital Methods For Staff All colleagues (Education, Research, Doctoral Researchers, Technical) are invited to explore a range of creative and digital research methods in person at West Park Teaching Hub on Wednesday 21 January 2026 9.30am-1pm presented by colleagues from different subject disciplines and different Schools. Victoria Wright The Loughborough University logo in the brand colour 'African Violet' on a plain background.
Burleigh Springs: November Offer - Lash Lift and Tint For Staff Burleigh Springs is Loughborough's premier Leisure Club and Spa facility and is located within Burleigh Court. Charlotte Dyer The Loughborough University logo in the brand colour 'African Violet' on a plain background.
Pink Friday: Win free charging for your entire contract For Staff Order an electric car this November with EV salary sacrifice, and you could win your charging costs covered for the length of your contract! Charlotte Dyer The Loughborough University logo in the brand colour 'African Violet' on a plain background.
Local Government Pension Scheme: Responsible Investment Survey Launch For Staff Other For scheme members of the LGPS, please read the following from Leicestershire County Council Pension Fund. Charlotte Dyer The Loughborough University logo in the brand colour 'African Violet' on a plain background.
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From Ice Cream to Impact: Building Bridges in Polarised Times For Staff and students Other Business School, BE0.53 Promotional graphic for Loughborough Business School’s 'Inspirational Voices' event featuring the talk titled From Ice Cream to Impact: Building Bridges in Polarized Times by Jessie Macneil-Brown, Head of Social Mission and Activism Europe at Ben & Jerry’s. The background is purple with event details on the left and a beach photo on the right. Speech Bubble For Staff and students Arts The Lounge, Students' Union A person stands on a dimly lit stage, holding a phone in one hand and gesturing with the other near a microphone on a stand. Makers Market For Staff and students Arts James France Exhibition Space Poster for Loughborough Makers Market on 25 Nov, 10AM–4PM at James France Exhibition Space. Colourful design with gift boxes and text encouraging early Christmas shopping and supporting student entrepreneurs. IAS Seminar: The Pursuit of Collective Effervescence in Nightlife Settings For Staff and students Lectures Hybrid - International House & Zoom Webinar A group of friends partying in a nightclub. The lights are pink and purple. Full Funding for Social Ventures For Staff and students Other Careers and Enterprise Hub, 15 Market Place, Loughborough, LE11 3AE Banner for Social Venture Funding event with logos of LUinc., UK Government, and Charnwood. Text reads: ‘Social Venture Funding – The full range of funding, with top tips for each type of funding.’ Includes an image of a board game with purple and brown play money. Maia's White Ribbon Day Panel 2025 For Staff and students Equity, Diversity and Inclusion Wavy Top, 041 and Online Visual with the word 'MAIA' with blue, yellow and grey shapes in the background Claudia Parsons Memorial Lecture For Staff and students Equity, Diversity and Inclusion University Stadium, Robert Allison Suite A event poster with the title 'Claudia Parsons Memorial Lecture' and a sub heading 'The trouble with women in STEM: from barriers to breakthroughs'. Next to the heading is a circular headshot of Professor Pragya Agarwal. The background of the poster is grey with a blue and purple design.
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