Temporary closure of Haslegrave study spaces during exams
Please be aware that due to the ongoing building works adjacent to Wavy Top, students will also be sitting exams in the Haslegrave Building. This means the PC labs (N001-005) and the ground floor foyer area of Haslegrave will be out of bounds as an informal study space from Monday 18 May to Wednesday 10 June inclusive.
Professional Services Forum - May 2026
Professional Services colleagues are invited to a Forum with Chief Operating Officer, Richard Taylor on Thursday 28 May from 11.30-12.30 in the Edward Herbert Building room EHB110B and on Teams.
Celebrating five years of the Student Success Academy
Earlier this month, the Student Success Academy marked its fifth anniversary, celebrating a significant milestone in its ongoing commitment to supporting student success.
Octopus EV x Loughborough University anniversary prize draw
To celebrate the anniversary of our Electric Vehicle Scheme, the team at Octopus Electric Vehicles are offering a member of staff the chance to win a luxury eco-friendly hamper each week, for two weeks.
Recognising meningitis symptoms and protecting yourself
Given ongoing concern about meningitis in the UK, we want to remind you of the key signs of meningitis and sepsis, as these illnesses can develop quickly and early awareness is important.
General Assembly: May 2026
On Wednesday 6 May, all staff were invited to attend the third termly General Assembly of the 2025/26 academic year.
Calling all students: Donate your unwanted items with Give ‘n’ Go
Give ‘n’ Go is a campaign run by the Sustainability team at the end of the academic year as students begin to move out and leave Loughborough for the summer.
IT Services Emergency Text (SMS) Service
The Emergency SMS Service, available to staff and doctoral researchers, is an alternative method of communication used by IT Services to notify staff in the event of a major systems outage, particularly when email communication is disrupted or unavailable.
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Professional Services Forum - May 2026
Professional Services colleagues are invited to a Forum with Chief Operating Officer, Richard Taylor on Thursday 28 May from 11.30-12.30 in the Edward Herbert Building room EHB110B and on Teams.
Celebrating five years of the Student Success Academy
Earlier this month, the Student Success Academy marked its fifth anniversary, celebrating a significant milestone in its ongoing commitment to supporting student success.
Octopus EV x Loughborough University anniversary prize draw
To celebrate the anniversary of our Electric Vehicle Scheme, the team at Octopus Electric Vehicles are offering a member of staff the chance to win a luxury eco-friendly hamper each week, for two weeks.
Recognising meningitis symptoms and protecting yourself
Given ongoing concern about meningitis in the UK, we want to remind you of the key signs of meningitis and sepsis, as these illnesses can develop quickly and early awareness is important.
General Assembly: May 2026
On Wednesday 6 May, all staff were invited to attend the third termly General Assembly of the 2025/26 academic year.
Calling all students: Donate your unwanted items with Give ‘n’ Go
Give ‘n’ Go is a campaign run by the Sustainability team at the end of the academic year as students begin to move out and leave Loughborough for the summer.
IT Services Emergency Text (SMS) Service
The Emergency SMS Service, available to staff and doctoral researchers, is an alternative method of communication used by IT Services to notify staff in the event of a major systems outage, particularly when email communication is disrupted or unavailable.
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Sport
Olympic stars and emerging talent shine at Loughborough International Athletics meet
Some of the biggest names in British athletics descended on Loughborough University for the annual Loughborough International Athletics (LIA) meet – one of the highlights of the UK outdoor athletics calendar.
Engineering
Seaweed used as low-carbon material to make new London pavilion designed by students
A new pavilion designed by students at Loughborough University has been constructed using timber and seaweed biomaterials, highlighting how the construction sector is moving towards Net Zero.
Equality, diversity and inclusion
"I’m not racist, but…" New study examines the subtle defence of white nationalism in the UK and US
A new study has found that people can defend or soften white nationalist ideas without directly identifying themselves as racist, often by presenting their views as ‘reasonable’, ‘patriotic’ or ‘common sense’.
Business and economy
UK SCALE, MTC and Argon & Co Launch Strategic Partnership to Strengthen UK Supply Chain Innovation
Loughborough University’s UK Supply Chain and Logistics Excellence (UK SCALE) Centre has announced a new strategic partnership with The Manufacturing Technology Centre (MTC) and Argon & Co, strengthening the UK’s capability to address complex supply chain challenges through coordinated research, innovation and industry collaboration.
University
Work begins on our newest hall of residence
Work has now officially begun on the University’s newest hall of residence on campus.
Health and medicine
Ultra-endurance athletes reveal how the human body prioritises survival under stress
A new study observing ultra-endurance athletes during competition has uncovered rare insights into how the body reallocates energy across essential biological functions whilst under extreme physical stress.
Sport
Loughborough University London welcomes China’s national table tennis team in exclusive UK visit
Loughborough University London has hosted China’s national table tennis team in a landmark visit – marking their only UK appearance outside of the 2026 ITTF World Team Table Tennis Championships.
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Engineering
Seaweed used as low-carbon material to make new London pavilion designed by students
A new pavilion designed by students at Loughborough University has been constructed using timber and seaweed biomaterials, highlighting how the construction sector is moving towards Net Zero.
Equality, diversity and inclusion
"I’m not racist, but…" New study examines the subtle defence of white nationalism in the UK and US
A new study has found that people can defend or soften white nationalist ideas without directly identifying themselves as racist, often by presenting their views as ‘reasonable’, ‘patriotic’ or ‘common sense’.
Business and economy
UK SCALE, MTC and Argon & Co Launch Strategic Partnership to Strengthen UK Supply Chain Innovation
Loughborough University’s UK Supply Chain and Logistics Excellence (UK SCALE) Centre has announced a new strategic partnership with The Manufacturing Technology Centre (MTC) and Argon & Co, strengthening the UK’s capability to address complex supply chain challenges through coordinated research, innovation and industry collaboration.
University
Work begins on our newest hall of residence
Work has now officially begun on the University’s newest hall of residence on campus.
Health and medicine
Ultra-endurance athletes reveal how the human body prioritises survival under stress
A new study observing ultra-endurance athletes during competition has uncovered rare insights into how the body reallocates energy across essential biological functions whilst under extreme physical stress.
Sport
Loughborough University London welcomes China’s national table tennis team in exclusive UK visit
Loughborough University London has hosted China’s national table tennis team in a landmark visit – marking their only UK appearance outside of the 2026 ITTF World Team Table Tennis Championships.
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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).
Improving access and fairness in the LGPS
For Staff
Other
The Government has introduced changes to the Local Government Pension Scheme (LGPS) to make the Scheme fairer for all members. Most changes take effect from 1 April 2026, and some improvements apply retrospectively.
Charlotte Dyer
August Confirmation and Clearing Contact Centre – Volunteers needed!
For Staff
Volunteering
Do you want an opportunity to do something different, while playing a key part in the start of many students’ Loughborough journey?
Joanna Hayes
Interview study on consumers’ views of AI tools
For Students
Research participant call-outs
Call for participants: Interview study on consumers’ views of AI tools and the new generation of AI agents
Xiuyan Guo
Take Part in a Global Study of Climate Change and Wellbeing
For Students
Research participant call-outs
We are looking for UK university students aged 18-30 to take part in a survey to help us explore views about climate change, body image, mental health and eating behaviours. This study is part of a larger international collaboration exploring views about climate change and wellbeing across 15 countries!
Hannah White
Call for participants: Postmenopausal women needed for nutrition study
For Staff
Research participant call-outs
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.
Oonagh Markey
What budget 2025 means for EV drivers
For Staff
Other
Octopus EV have looked at the Budget 2025 and outlined what this means for EV drivers.
Charlotte Dyer
Do you use numbers in your daily life? Tell us about it!
For Staff
Research participant call-outs
We’re conducting focus groups to gain a deeper understanding of how people experience mathematics in everyday situations, such as shopping, budgeting, work tasks, or using technology. We want to hear from adults who are not currently studying or teaching.
Ciara Turner
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Vibrant and Inclusive Communities research network event - 'Legacies of insecurity'
For Staff and students
Academic
E001, Morag Bell Building
IAS Seminar: Marie Corelli, Marie Curie, and the Wonders of Radium
For Staff and students
Research
Hybrid - International House & Zoom Webinar
Webinar: Managing your fatigue at work – all you need to know
For Staff
Wellbeing
Online via Microsoft Teams
LU Literary Festival: Author Interview with Juliet Jacques
For Staff and students
Arts
D002, James France
IAS Seminar: Community Engaged Communication for Reduction of Climate Risks Using the Arts
For Staff and students
Lectures
International House and online
LU Literary Festival: Writing Workshop with Juliet Jacques
For Staff and students
Arts
D002, James France
Public Lectures with Leverhulme Visiting Professor Helena Osana
For Staff and students
Lectures
SCH101, Schofield Building
IAS Seminar: Marie Corelli, Marie Curie, and the Wonders of Radium
For Staff and students
Research
Hybrid - International House & Zoom Webinar
Webinar: Managing your fatigue at work – all you need to know
For Staff
Wellbeing
Online via Microsoft Teams
LU Literary Festival: Author Interview with Juliet Jacques
For Staff and students
Arts
D002, James France
IAS Seminar: Community Engaged Communication for Reduction of Climate Risks Using the Arts
For Staff and students
Lectures
International House and online
LU Literary Festival: Writing Workshop with Juliet Jacques
For Staff and students
Arts
D002, James France
Public Lectures with Leverhulme Visiting Professor Helena Osana
For Staff and students
Lectures
SCH101, Schofield Building