Honorary Graduates and University Medallists celebrated during graduation week

As the University comes together to celebrate thousands of students during graduation week, we’re also proud to honour 10 inspiring individuals for their contribution to the University and their respective fields.

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Summertime Socials: Activities for students staying in Loughborough over summer

Join us this summer for some fun activities here in Loughborough.

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August Confirmation and Clearing Contact Centre: Volunteers needed

The Admissions Office are looking for staff volunteers to play a vital role managing calls from prospective undergraduate students in our dedicated Confirmation and Clearing Contact Centre, which will run in August.

A reminder to complete the mandatory Defining Sexual Harassment and Consent (E6) training We'd like to remind all staff to complete your mandatory Defining Sexual Harassment and Consent (E6) training by Friday 31 July. A graphic with text New APVC/Directors appointed to lead Flagship Research Institutes Six APVC/Directors have been appointed to lead the new Flagship Research Institutes, focused on bringing together established and emerging areas of excellence across globally significant themes. An image of Hazelrigg building Update on national pay negotiations 2026/2027 National pay negotiations remain unresolved following the latest round of discussions between employers and trade unions. Hazelrigg with a blossom tree REF volume measure and research independence – what does it mean for me? The Research Excellence Framework (REF) assesses the quality of research in UK Higher Education Institutions (HEIs). The assessment provides accountability for public investment in research and produces information on the outcomes and benefits of this research. Hazlerigg Building Volunteer with Loughborough Community Kitchen Staff and students are invited to volunteer with Loughborough Community Kitchen, helping to provide a warm meal and welcoming environment for local people. Six people sat on a staircase and smiling at the camera. Planned changes to the myLboro mobile app On the morning of Tuesday 21 July, the myLboro mobile app will experience a brief service interruption while we make security improvements. Icon of a smartphone on a blue background. R&I Impact and Engagement Day showcases positive influence of research Loughborough University recently hosted its Research and Innovation (R&I) Impact and Engagement Day, bringing together colleagues from across the institution to explore how research connects with and influences audiences beyond academia. A group of staff listening to a speaker Preparing for Unit4: Our New Finance System is Almost Here This August, the University is launching Unit4, our modernised finance system designed to make purchasing, claiming expenses, and budgeting much easier. To safely migrate our data for the launch, a temporary campus-wide pause on routine financial processing is currently in place. hands typing on a keyboard View all news
Commonwealth Games 2026 1 week to go: How elite athletes fuel their final week before the Commonwealth Games With just under a week to go until the Glasgow 2026 Commonwealth Games, training is largely done and the focus will have turned to ensuring athletes arrive at the competition feeling fresh, recovered and ready to perform. Healthy food bowl of yoghurt and berries Conversation Can speaking multiple languages really lower dementia risk? It’s not that simple An opinion piece authored by Professor Eef Hogervorst from the School of Sport, Exercise and Health Sciences for The Conversation platform. a cartoon showing 'hello' in different languages Conversation England out of the World Cup, but this team may have helped redefine a nation An opinion piece written by Dr Michael Skey, Senior Lecturer in Communication and Media Studies, for The Conversation. A football made from the flags of countries around the world being kicked into the back of the net Environment Trees for hotter cities: new approach can bolster community input in meeting targets Efforts to plant more trees in cities could be boosted thanks to a new tool for planners and community groups, published by an international group of researchers. city skyline with trees Loughborough cyclists ride to milestone victory at the 2026 National Road Series Loughborough-linked athletes took to the roads in Lancaster and enjoyed great success at the National Road Series this weekend, with three cyclists securing top 10 finishes and the team’s first ever National Road Series win. Lily Martin crossing the finish line on bike University ‘World’s Smallest Violin’ strikes a chord with HEIST Award Last week, members of the University's PR team won a gold HEIST Award for the 'World's Smallest Violin' project in the Best Use of Content category. Two Loughborough colleagues standing on stage with two HEIST Award presenters, holding their HEIST trophy and certificate. Commonwealth Games 2026 Max Litchfield has “unfinished business” ahead of Glasgow 2026 By his own admission, Max Litchfield has “unfinished business” ahead of the upcoming Commonwealth Games in Glasgow.   swimmer max litchfield View all news
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Staff Volunteers Wanted: Student Accommodation Centre Call Centre For Staff Volunteering Volunteers are needed to support the Accommodation Call Centre during the busy A-level results period in August. Naomi McGowan The Loughborough University logo in the brand colour 'African Violet' on a plain background.
Recruiting Run Leaders for RunTogether x Loughborough For Staff and Students Volunteering We are looking for staff and student volunteers to take up a 'Run Leader' role, leading our recreational running sessions and Rec Sport Run Club! Run Leaders will receive a fully funded England Athletics Leadership in Running Fitness qualification. Orion Chan The Loughborough University logo in the brand colour 'African Violet' on a plain background.
Ethics Review Sub-Committee - Biological Sciences position For Staff General opportunities We are now seeking Expressions of Interest from academic staff who would be interested in joining the Ethics Review Sub-Committee. We are looking for academics with disciplinary expertise in Biological Sciences to fill the new specialist role which has been added to the composition. Jackie Green-Smith The Loughborough University logo in the brand colour 'African Violet' on a plain background.
Call for Participants: People Who Rarely Use AI For Staff and Students Research participant call-outs We are looking for adults (18+) who rarely use AI tools, have only tried them once or twice, or choose not to use them, to take part in a 60–90 minute interview as part of a PhD research study. Xiuyan Guo The Loughborough University logo in the brand colour 'African Violet' on a plain background.
Burleigh Springs - Offer of the month For Staff Other Throughout July, you can get summer holiday ready with gel polish for fingers and toes for just £30.00 (would usually cost £54 for non-members). Charlotte Dyer The Loughborough University logo in the brand colour 'African Violet' on a plain background.
Research participants needed: Free performance testing (VO2max/Lactate) For Staff and Students Research participant call-outs I am looking for cyclists and triathletes (male or female) who ride at least once a month for more than 3 hours per session. You will receive a full physiological profile—including VO2max, Lactate Threshold, and HR zones—and will also be financially compensated for your time. Mohammad Alali The Loughborough University logo in the brand colour 'African Violet' on a plain background.
UK Secondary PE Teachers Needed: Research on Digital Technology Use in PE For Staff and Students Research participant call-outs Researchers at Loughborough University are conducting a study exploring how digital technology is currently used within secondary school physical education (PE) across the UK. Jike Yang The Loughborough University logo in the brand colour 'African Violet' on a plain background.
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Sleep smarter: techniques for restful nights and productive days For Students Wellbeing Online via Microsoft Teams The Loughborough University logo in the brand colour 'African Violet' on a plain background. The Big Summer Quiz For Students Other Luxurio Loughborough, Town Centre Illustration of Hazlerigg Building with a blue sky and text above reading 'Summertime Socials' ISE Trip to Wollaton Hall For Students Other Wollaton Hall Illustration of Loughborough campus on a sunny day with the title 'Summertime Socials'. Wellbeing Walk For Students Wellbeing Outside Pilkington Library The Loughborough University logo in the brand colour 'African Violet' on a plain background. Catalyst Series: Inclusive Cultures Drive Innovation For Staff Wellbeing Online Three faint logos of a brain inside a head, a runner and a heart on a purple-blue gradient background IAS Seminar: Constitutive Modelling in Nonlinear Elasticity: History, Pitfalls, and Perspectives For Staff and students Lectures International House and online via Microsoft Teams Close-up of colourful rubber bands. IAS Seminar: Organic-inorganic hybrid microgels for catalysis For Staff and students Research Hybrid - International House & Zoom Webinar Light blue bubbles floating in the air
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