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Loughborough University marks Black History Month

The University is delighted to host an event programme throughout the month of October to mark Black History Month.

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Loughborough’s environmental research on show as campaign launches

We are launching a short campaign to highlight some of the current University projects which are devoted to making the planet a greener place.

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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.

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. The Loughborough University logo in the brand colour 'African Violet' on a plain background. 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. A Loughborough sports team wearing medals and holding a trophy, celebrating behind a BUCS champions banner. 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. The Loughborough University logo in the brand colour 'African Violet' on a plain background. 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. Members of staff sitting around tables listening to a presentation at the 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. A purple background with text 'Vice Chancellor's Christmas Card Design Competition 2025' with three card examples 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. The Loughborough University logo in the brand colour 'African Violet' on a plain background. 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. Two people sat on the pavement alongside a notepad page reading 'Want £1,000? Be in with the chance of winning 1 of 10 brighter future grants'. 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. A piano teacher in a music room watching one of their students practice View all news
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. Building and rubble smoke in the distance as a tank stands aimed at them 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. a close up of emily scarrett 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. The logo for the Collaboratory partnership, featuring two interlocked circles 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. The Loughborough University logo in the brand colour 'African Violet' on a plain background. 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. Man kicking football with vector lines on him. Image from ai.io 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. A woman looking into a microscope 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. View all news
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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 The Loughborough University logo in the brand colour 'African Violet' on a plain background.
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 The Loughborough University logo in the brand colour 'African Violet' on a plain background.
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 The Loughborough University logo in the brand colour 'African Violet' on a plain background.
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 The Loughborough University logo in the brand colour 'African Violet' on a plain background.
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 The Loughborough University logo in the brand colour 'African Violet' on a plain background.
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 The Loughborough University logo in the brand colour 'African Violet' on a plain background.
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 The Loughborough University logo in the brand colour 'African Violet' on a plain background.
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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 A 3D image of a stairway inside a building, showcasing steps and railings in a modern architectural design. Making connections: Strategic networking for net zero researchers For Staff and students Academic Online Digital illustration of human figures composed of blue and orange pixels, interconnected by a network of lines and nodes. Coherence and flow in writing For Students Academic Online A student studying at a desk, reading a text book. Climate and Environment Dialogue #11: Interactive Climate Fresk Workshop For Staff and students Sustainability TBC The Loughborough University logo in the brand colour 'African Violet' on a plain background. Academic style and vocabulary For Students Academic Online A student studying at a desk, reading a text book. Pop-up Maker Space For Staff and students Arts Edward Herbert Building, Atrium A teal background with a light pink circular shape in the middle with the title 'Pop-Up Maker Space'. Black History Month: Leadership to Legacy, building futures with purpose and pride For Staff and students Equity, Diversity and Inclusion Loughborough Business School
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