Current Students and Staff

19 June 2025

Charity to honour inspirational Loughborough student at Student Social Mobility Awards

On 10 July 2025, second-year Loughborough student Efeose Ukegheson will be celebrated at the annual Student Social Mobility Awards for overcoming adversity and achieving exceptional accomplishments in his studies and beyond.

19 June 2025

Families with children in London can no longer count on having access to social housing

A new report from the Minimum Income Standard (MIS) London programme reveals that, for the first time since research began in 2014, it can no longer be assumed that families with children will have access to social housing – a shift that has significant implications for the cost of living and the adequacy of social support in the capital.

19 June 2025

Reminder: Undergraduate Open Days 2025 parking

On Friday 27 and Saturday 28 June the University will be hosting our first set of summer Open Days.

19 June 2025

Staff volunteers wanted: Join the ‘Team Loughborough’ Summer Graduation crew

With the summer ceremonies fast approaching, we are looking for staff volunteers who are available between Tuesday 15 and Friday 18 July to support with various key ‘guest facing’ roles.

18 June 2025

Upcoming security enhancements to your University email account – effective from 1 July

From Tuesday 1 July, users will experience enhanced email security features in their mailboxes as we upgrade to Microsoft Exchange Online. These improvements will apply across Outlook desktop app, Outlook on the web, and Outlook mobile app.

18 June 2025

Finalists announced for Loughborough’s 2025 Three Minute Thesis (3MT®) grand final

Eight outstanding Doctoral Researchers are set to take the stage in this year’s Three Minute Thesis (3MT®) Final on Friday 20 June, where they will battle the clock - and each other - to communicate the power and impact of their research in just three minutes.

17 June 2025

Upcoming wellbeing sessions for students

Student Services are running a variety of events throughout July to support your wellbeing. Topics covered include how to manage anxiety, the importance of self-care and techniques to lift your mood.

17 June 2025

Loughborough University scholar awarded prestigious ERC grant for groundbreaking youth research across the Global South

A Loughborough University London academic has been awarded €2.4m in European Research Council (ERC) Advanced Grant funding to launch a major international research project that will explore how young people across the Global South navigate uncertainty and push for change.

17 June 2025

New EDI Leadership roles appointed - EDI Principals and Associate Deans for EDI

Following a recent recruitment campaign, we are delighted to announce that we have successfully appointed new equity, diversity and inclusion (EDI) leadership roles at the University.

17 June 2025

Election of staff members to University Council

Council is the governing body of the University and is responsible for its strategic direction and overall governance.

16 June 2025

Support for our University community: the Israel-Iran conflict

We understand staff and students within our community may be worried and distressed about the conflict taking place in Israel and Iran.

16 June 2025

Co(l)laboratory Programme: Round two project development

Earlier this month it was announced that the Universities Partnership, which involves Loughborough, De Montfort and Leicester universities and the county’s local authorities, will be part of the Co(l)laboratory Programme, an exciting community research initiative that aims to deliver meaningful change for people in our region.

16 June 2025

Foreign Influence Registration Scheme (FIRS)

On 1 July 2025, the Foreign Influence Registration Scheme (FIRS) will come into effect under the National Security Act 2023, which may impact University activities.

16 June 2025

Microsoft Teams new chat and channels experience

You will start seeing changes to your Microsoft Teams layout as Microsoft are rolling out an improved way to find and view your chats and channels to be part of the right conversations, faster.

13 June 2025

Loughborough Enterprise Network (LEN) celebrates award winners from the University’s entrepreneurial community

Last week, the University held its annual Loughborough Enterprise Network (LEN) Celebration Evening, which recognises the achievements of students, graduates and staff founders as well as the local business community. 

13 June 2025

The UK’s small businesses should be fuelling the country’s growth ambitions. Here’s why that’s not happening

The UK government’s spending review has set out its priorities for the next three years. But behind the rhetoric about boosting growth lies growing concern about small businesses being locked out of the wider UK economy. Government funding and regulation are increasingly out of step with the reality of micro-enterprises and sole traders, shutting off their potential to boost GDP growth.

13 June 2025

Associate Pro-Vice Chancellors announced to support the Research and Innovation Core Plan

To support our ambitions for research and innovation at Loughborough University, two Associate Pro Vice-Chancellors have been appointed to help lead the delivery of the R&I Core Plan.

13 June 2025

Architecture students take centre stage at End of Year Show

Loughborough University Architecture (LU-Arc) is proud to present its annual End of Year Show on 18 June.

13 June 2025

Important: Chrome browser users – urgent update required

The University has been alerted to a high-risk vulnerability in the Chrome browser. This vulnerability affects Chrome on all device platforms.

12 June 2025

Support for our University community following the Ahmedabad plane crash

We are deeply saddened by the news of the plane crash earlier today in Ahmedabad, western India, involving a flight bound for London Gatwick Airport.

UK-wide research opportunity for university students

Be entered into a prize draw to win 1 of 3 £40 vouchers by completing an online survey on dietary habits and mental health

Posted by Jessica Eastwood on Thursday, 19 Jun 2025 at 7:17

SDCA Doctoral Researcher Awards – Nominations Now Open 🌟

Celebrate the incredible contributions of SDCA doctoral researchers by submitting your nominations for our first-ever DR Awards! Open to all staff and students — nominations close 30th June at 12 PM.

Posted by Mia Baig on Thursday, 19 Jun 2025 at 6:57

Parking Disruption - Brockington Car Park

Brockington Car Park Minibus and Coach Parking

Posted by Sarah Casey on Wednesday, 18 Jun 2025 at 1:00

UK Deaf Open Pickleball Festival

The UK Deaf Open Pickleball Festival, a two-day event held at Loughborough University on June 21-22, 2025 hosted in the Tennis Centre, car parks will be heavily used from car park 9 to the Design School.

Posted by Paige Nuttall on Monday, 16 Jun 2025 at 9:00

Lifestyle behaviours in hybrid/remote workers- call for participants

We are inviting hybrid/remote workers to take part in an interview exploring how hybrid/remote working patterns may influence lifestyle behaviours, particularly physical activity and diet.

Posted by Karesna Mehta on Monday, 16 Jun 2025 at 7:55

Finalists: Important information regarding your student IT account and email

Final-year students graduating this summer – Action required. As you near the end of your studies, please be aware that your university IT account will enter a 30-day expiry period. Follow the guidance to back up your data and transfer any essential information before your IT account expires.

Posted by IT Services on Wednesday, 11 Jun 2025 at 10:51

Print, Post & Logistic Services - Campus Printing Device Removals

We are removing several printers across the campus to streamline our printing services and enhance overall cost efficiency.

Posted by Print, Post and Logistics Services on Monday, 9 Jun 2025 at 12:20

Student focus group - discuss changes to local councils (£60 voucher on offer)

Students aged 16-24 are invited to take part in a focus group on 30 June to discuss possible changes to the way councils are organised across Leicestershire and Rutland.

Posted by Mike Roberts on Friday, 6 Jun 2025 at 8:00

Participant Recruitment for Running Study

We are seeking male runners (aged 18–50) to take part in a study examining how running shoes degrade over 500km of use and how this affects comfort and performance. Participants will receive a free pair of running shoes and insights into midsole condition and performance metrics. You'll be asked to return the shoes briefly for lab testing every 50 km, and some participants may be asked to run at Loughborough’s Sports Technology Institute for pre/post testing. To qualify, you should be a heel striker, injury-free, 60–80 kg, and roughly 170–180 cm tall. If you’re slightly outside the criteria, please still get in touch.

Posted by Halley Zhu on Friday, 30 May 2025 at 8:00

Calling all remote/hybrid workers- research on lifestyle behaviours

The study aims to investigate the impact of hybrid/remote working on a range of health-related behaviours, particularly physical activity, sitting time and diet.

Posted by Karesna Mehta on Monday, 19 May 2025 at 13:17

Contextualising the Conflict: A Brief History of the Middle East

Loughborough University UCU will be hosting an open meeting on 8th July (12:30 – 13:30) focussed on contextualising the ongoing Israeli–Palestinian conflict. All staff and students welcome.

Posted by Lboro UCU on Thursday, 19 Jun 2025 at 7:13

Survey - Ageism and Youngism in Higher Education

This is an invitation for all staff to participate in an online survey around Ageism and Youngism in Higher Education.

Posted by Silke Wortha on Thursday, 19 Jun 2025 at 7:08

You're invited: Ageism and Youngism Open Discussion Forum

This is an invitation to the Ageism and Youngism Open Discussion Forum.

Posted by Silke Wortha on Thursday, 19 Jun 2025 at 7:01

SDCA Doctoral Researcher Awards – Nominations Now Open 🌟

Celebrate the incredible contributions of SDCA doctoral researchers by submitting your nominations for our first-ever DR Awards! Open to all staff and students — nominations close 30th June at 12 PM.

Posted by Mia Baig on Thursday, 19 Jun 2025 at 6:57

Parking Disruption - Brockington Car Park

Brockington Car Park Minibus and Coach Parking

Posted by Sarah Casey on Wednesday, 18 Jun 2025 at 1:00

Trustees Wanted for Fearon Community Association

Fearon Community Association are looking for new volunteer trustees to join their existing team that manages Fearon Hall in Loughborough - an historic building that is home to a buzzing and vibrant community centre.

Posted by Emily Keightley on Monday, 16 Jun 2025 at 17:30

UK Deaf Open Pickleball Festival

The UK Deaf Open Pickleball Festival, a two-day event held at Loughborough University on June 21-22, 2025 hosted in the Tennis Centre, car parks will be heavily used from car park 9 to the Design School.

Posted by Paige Nuttall on Monday, 16 Jun 2025 at 9:00

Lifestyle behaviours in hybrid/remote workers- call for participants

We are inviting hybrid/remote workers to take part in an interview exploring how hybrid/remote working patterns may influence lifestyle behaviours, particularly physical activity and diet.

Posted by Karesna Mehta on Monday, 16 Jun 2025 at 7:55

Print, Post & Logistic Services - Campus Printing Device Removals

We are removing several printers across the campus to streamline our printing services and enhance overall cost efficiency.

Posted by Print, Post and Logistics Services on Monday, 9 Jun 2025 at 12:20

Burleigh Springs - June Offer of the Month

Throughout June, Burleigh Springs are offering an invigorating foot treatment for just £25.00. (This would normally cost £38.00 for a non-member).

Posted by Charlotte Dyer on Tuesday, 3 Jun 2025 at 14:19