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.
University-formed band debuts on BBC Introducing
A band formed of current and former Loughborough University students was selected to be played on BBC Introducing ahead of their new single release.
Don’t forget to complete the Postgraduate Taught Experience Survey (PTES)
Eligible students still have time to complete the survey closing on 12 June.
Join the annual Campus Pride March
June is Pride Month, offering an important opportunity to celebrate LGBT+ communities, reflect on ongoing challenges, and come together in solidarity.
Security team rescue baby pigeon stranded on campus
A baby pigeon discovered on campus has made a remarkable recovery thanks to the quick thinking and compassion of the University Security team.
Changes to IT account when staff leave or join the University
As a reminder, the processes by which staff IT accounts are created, maintained and removed have been updated.
Help name and design the logo of our new hall of residence
We are seeking proposals from students and staff for the name and logo of our new hall of residence, currently being developed in the Central Park area of the Loughborough campus.
Stay safe in the hot weather
With the temperatures set to rise over the weekend and into next week we want to remind everyone, especially those scheduled to sit exams, to take sensible steps to stay safe and comfortable during this period.
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University-formed band debuts on BBC Introducing
A band formed of current and former Loughborough University students was selected to be played on BBC Introducing ahead of their new single release.
Don’t forget to complete the Postgraduate Taught Experience Survey (PTES)
Eligible students still have time to complete the survey closing on 12 June.
Join the annual Campus Pride March
June is Pride Month, offering an important opportunity to celebrate LGBT+ communities, reflect on ongoing challenges, and come together in solidarity.
Security team rescue baby pigeon stranded on campus
A baby pigeon discovered on campus has made a remarkable recovery thanks to the quick thinking and compassion of the University Security team.
Changes to IT account when staff leave or join the University
As a reminder, the processes by which staff IT accounts are created, maintained and removed have been updated.
Help name and design the logo of our new hall of residence
We are seeking proposals from students and staff for the name and logo of our new hall of residence, currently being developed in the Central Park area of the Loughborough campus.
Stay safe in the hot weather
With the temperatures set to rise over the weekend and into next week we want to remind everyone, especially those scheduled to sit exams, to take sensible steps to stay safe and comfortable during this period.
View all news
Sport
Loughborough commemorates 50 years of Sport and Exercise Sciences
Marking 50 years since the first mixed-cohort BSc in PE, Sports Science and Recreation Management, University academics, partners and students assembled on 21 and 22 May to reflect on Loughborough’s journey and celebrate its achievements.
War and security
Modern wars can fail when leaders put themselves first, says international relations expert
From the war in Ukraine to conflict in Gaza and civil war in Syria, modern conflicts are not just shaped by weapons and military strength, but by ego, ambition and political self-interest, according to new research.
Engineering
Cooling mattress toppers an effective and low-energy way to improve sleep in hot bedrooms, study finds
Targeted bed cooling, using a cooling mattress topper, offers an effective and low-energy solution for minimising sleep disruption in overheated bedrooms, a study led by Loughborough University shows.
Children
“Children will seek water during heatwaves, so we need safer places, not just stronger warnings,” warns children's geographer.
Last week’s Bank Holiday heatwave revealed the devastating dangers of swimming in open water.
Engineering
New UK research aims to solve artificial turf waste challenge
A major new UK research project will tackle one of sport’s fastest-growing environmental challenges, how to recycle artificial turf pitches at scale, as more than 30 million square metres reach end-of-life each year.
University
Loughborough University named UK’s best for facilities for fifth time at Whatuni Student Choice Awards
The University is celebrating another win in the Facilities category of the 2026 Whatuni Student Choice Awards (WUSCAs).
Technology
From gait analysis to fingerprint theft, how worried should we be about the latest advances in biometric technology?
An opinion piece authored by Professor Oli Buckley, an expert in cyber security at Loughborough University, for The Conversation platform.
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War and security
Modern wars can fail when leaders put themselves first, says international relations expert
From the war in Ukraine to conflict in Gaza and civil war in Syria, modern conflicts are not just shaped by weapons and military strength, but by ego, ambition and political self-interest, according to new research.
Engineering
Cooling mattress toppers an effective and low-energy way to improve sleep in hot bedrooms, study finds
Targeted bed cooling, using a cooling mattress topper, offers an effective and low-energy solution for minimising sleep disruption in overheated bedrooms, a study led by Loughborough University shows.
Children
“Children will seek water during heatwaves, so we need safer places, not just stronger warnings,” warns children's geographer.
Last week’s Bank Holiday heatwave revealed the devastating dangers of swimming in open water.
Engineering
New UK research aims to solve artificial turf waste challenge
A major new UK research project will tackle one of sport’s fastest-growing environmental challenges, how to recycle artificial turf pitches at scale, as more than 30 million square metres reach end-of-life each year.
University
Loughborough University named UK’s best for facilities for fifth time at Whatuni Student Choice Awards
The University is celebrating another win in the Facilities category of the 2026 Whatuni Student Choice Awards (WUSCAs).
Technology
From gait analysis to fingerprint theft, how worried should we be about the latest advances in biometric technology?
An opinion piece authored by Professor Oli Buckley, an expert in cyber security at Loughborough University, for The Conversation platform.
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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).
Join Loughborough University and College Union Branch (LUCU)
For Staff
General opportunities
We are a trade union and organisation of workers who have come together to maintain and improve their conditions of employment. Our branch represents and acts on behalf of staff who work at Loughborough University.
Loughborough University UCU
Car Park 23 Closure
For Staff
Campus announcements
Car Park 23 will be closed during the ICC Women’s Cricket World Cup training games from 5 to 11 June.
Swapnil Kulkarni
Participants Needed: Sensory Experiences and Integration Study
For Staff and Students
Research participant call-outs
We are looking for participants to join a new research study to help us explore whether sensory experiences that you may or may not have had in your day-to-day life may relate to how you experience different sensory activities in the study.
Amy Jennison-Boyle
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
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Festival of Creative and Digital Methods Taster Series: Way of Council
For Staff and students
Academic
Online via MS Teams
IAS Friends and Fellows Coffee Morning
For Staff and students
Research
International House
Blood Donation Event
For Staff and students
Wellbeing
Loughborough Students' Union Piazza
IAS Seminar: Translational Materials Innovation: Industrial Polymers to Sustainable Energy Storage
For Staff and students
Research
Hybrid - International House & Zoom Webinar
Pride March 2026
For Staff and students
Equity, Diversity and Inclusion
Meet outside Hazlerigg Building/Hazlerigg lawn
International Staff Network - Cultural Celebration Event
For Staff
Equity, Diversity and Inclusion
CC029a, James France
SDCA Degree Show 2026
For Staff and students
Arts
Design School
IAS Friends and Fellows Coffee Morning
For Staff and students
Research
International House
Blood Donation Event
For Staff and students
Wellbeing
Loughborough Students' Union Piazza
IAS Seminar: Translational Materials Innovation: Industrial Polymers to Sustainable Energy Storage
For Staff and students
Research
Hybrid - International House & Zoom Webinar
Pride March 2026
For Staff and students
Equity, Diversity and Inclusion
Meet outside Hazlerigg Building/Hazlerigg lawn
International Staff Network - Cultural Celebration Event
For Staff
Equity, Diversity and Inclusion
CC029a, James France
SDCA Degree Show 2026
For Staff and students
Arts
Design School