Current Students and Staff

24 March 2023

Student excellence celebrated at the Placement and Internship Awards

On 9 March, the Placement and Internship Awards returned after several years away. The event took place at the Loughborough University Stadium and was hosted by the Careers Network.

24 March 2023

Loughborough's IT Services Women’s Network shortlisted for UCISA Diversity and Inclusion Award

Loughborough's ITS Women’s Network (ITSWN) have made a significant, positive change towards making IT Services at the University a supportive, collaborative, and welcoming department.

24 March 2023

Don’t be fooled into becoming a money mule

When you’re using social media or browsing the internet, have you ever seen an advertisement to take part in a ‘Make easy money’ or ‘Earn quick cash’ scheme?

24 March 2023

Website launched for Project Compliance

We are delighted to announce the launch of the website for Project Compliance, an Enabling Project under the University Strategy.

24 March 2023

Tripartite statement regarding industrial disputes

Loughborough University, Loughborough UCU and Loughborough Students’ Union have been meeting regularly during the current industrial disputes to explore what is at issue and to consider how progress might be made.

23 March 2023

University policy on dogs on campus

The dogs on campus policy has been updated to reflect the fact that a number of emotional support dogs have been authorised and are now on campus.

23 March 2023

New student competition: A chance for your artwork to be displayed in the Vice-Chancellor’s Office

We are excited to announce that the Vice-Chancellor Professor Nick Jennings and Dr Jo Jennings are looking for student artwork as part of a collection representing our strategic theme ‘Vibrant and Inclusive Communities’.

23 March 2023

Climate risk assessment and resilience strategies are critical for the future of universities

Higher Education Institutions should develop strategies to evaluate and adapt to potential climate risks such as flooding, droughts, and heatwaves, according to a new report.

22 March 2023

Loughborough Academic Awards: Your chance to nominate

The annual Loughborough Academic Awards are a chance to celebrate those that have greatly contributed to the makeup of our wonderful student-staff partnership.

22 March 2023

Important voting information for students: Get ready for the local elections

To vote in the Charnwood Borough Council elections you must be on the electoral register and you must bring photo identification with you to the polling station.

22 March 2023

Seventh year running for ‘best university in the world for sports-related subjects’ title

Loughborough has been crowned the best university in the world for sports-related subjects for the seventh year running by the global QS higher education league table.

21 March 2023

Ballet dancers in sensor suits: new research explores how dance is used as a form of communication

Audio guides, maps, traditional and interactive texts help people attending art exhibitions to understand the works in front of them. With dance, however, the audience’s understanding is usually taken for granted.

21 March 2023

University’s first sustainable fashion show is a success

Loughborough Students’ Union (LSU) hosted the sold-out show as part of Sustainability Week, with over 200 attendees and 48 looks walked down the runway.

21 March 2023

Interested in a career in marketing? Apply now for an internship role based within Marketing & Advancement!

We’re delighted to announce that the University’s Marketing and Advancement Department is now recruiting for a variety of intern roles across its teams.

21 March 2023

GB Hockey goalkeeper Hinch hangs up her gloves

Great Britain Hockey's Olympic gold medal-winning goalkeeper Maddie Hinch has retired from the sport.

21 March 2023

England’s most-capped player Sarah Hunter to retire

England and Loughborough Lightning back row forward, Sarah Hunter, will retire from professional rugby after this weekend’s Red Roses clash with Scotland.

20 March 2023

New group established to support student carers

A group dedicated to supporting student carers at Loughborough University has recently been initiated.

20 March 2023

Planned Maintenance: Campus Wi-Fi network downtime – 31 March

On Friday 31 March, IT Services will be carrying out essential maintenance to the campus Wi-Fi network.

20 March 2023

General update on reward

Pay, reward and benefits is one of the key areas for improvement following the Staff Experience Survey and we are keen to address this in a way that is sustainable for the University’s future.

20 March 2023

Information about the University breakfast offering

Please note in line with the University academic term and the level of business during the Easter holiday period, we will not be offering the following from 25 March – 23 April:

Free sewing workshops - Ashby de la Zouch

'Sew It Don't Throw It' workshops 2023 - Booking essential. Free workshops held in Ashby - please see attached files for dates and information

Posted by Bee King on Friday, 24 Mar 2023 at 9:03

The Student Parcels Service is being upgraded TODAY

DESCRIPTION OF THE WORKS The Student Parcels Service will be unavailable from 2pm until 5pm TODAY

Posted by Print, Post and Logistic Services on Thursday, 23 Mar 2023 at 9:22

The Student Parcels Service is having an upgrade

The Student Parcels Service will be unavailable from 2pm until 5pm on Thursday 23rd March 2023.

Posted by Print, Post and Logistic Services on Friday, 17 Mar 2023 at 15:47

Referencing and academic integrity

The Foundation Year is developing an online tool to help students develop their referencing skills and we are asking for volunteers to test the current version that we have. This will take no more than 30 minutes. We then invite you to join us at John Pickford for lunch and to discuss your experience at university regarding referencing and academic integrity in general. We would like to see students across all degrees and year groups.

Posted by Anje Conradie on Thursday, 16 Mar 2023 at 9:30

Participants Needed for Virtual Reality Study

Investigating Pedestrian Interaction with Self-Driving Cars

Posted by Elena Fratini on Monday, 13 Mar 2023 at 12:18

Teach-Out: Why we should sing Georges Brassens’ songs on picket days

A Lboro UCU online teach-out: Tuesday 21st March, 11am-11:45am. Isabelle Felici will give a talk about the French singer, author and composer Georges Brassens (1921-1981), whose songs deal with antinationalism, pacifism, anticlericalism, antiestablishment, feminism (in a certain old fashioned way) and are still a handbook for rebellion today. All staff and students are welcome to attend.

Posted by Lboro UCU on Friday, 10 Mar 2023 at 11:26

Students needed for focus group: snacks and refreshments offered

Students needed for focus group: snacks and refreshments offered

Posted by Jike Yang on Thursday, 9 Mar 2023 at 11:11

Teach Out: Starting conversations about race and racism

A Lboro UCU hybrid teach-out: Monday 20th March, 11am-12 noon, in-person and online. Denise Coles and Amanda Harrington will talk about how to start conversations about race and racism, with fellow workers and students, in meetings, corridors, formally and in informal exchanges. All are welcome to attend in person at: The Council Chambers, Loughborough Students Union, or online.

Posted by Lboro UCU on Wednesday, 8 Mar 2023 at 12:58

Learn more about FUTURE LEADERS FELLOWSHIPS-OPEN FORUM 9th March 10-11am online

Learn more about FUTURE LEADERS FELLOWSHIPS - OPEN FORUM 9th March 10-11am online

Posted by Patricia Schappo on Tuesday, 7 Mar 2023 at 15:21

LUCU Teach Out: Organising and Power

An online teach-out: Wednesday 15th March, 11am-12 noon Ruth Kinna will give a talk about Rose Pesotta (1896–1965), anarchist, feminist and labour organizer in the International Ladies’ Garment Workers’ Union. All staff and students are welcome to attend.

Posted by Lboro UCU on Monday, 6 Mar 2023 at 15:14

Free sewing workshops - Ashby de la Zouch

'Sew It Don't Throw It' workshops 2023 - Booking essential. Free workshops held in Ashby - please see attached files for dates and information

Posted by Bee King on Friday, 24 Mar 2023 at 9:03

The Student Parcels Service is being upgraded TODAY

DESCRIPTION OF THE WORKS The Student Parcels Service will be unavailable from 2pm until 5pm TODAY

Posted by Print, Post and Logistic Services on Thursday, 23 Mar 2023 at 9:22

The Student Parcels Service is having an upgrade

The Student Parcels Service will be unavailable from 2pm until 5pm on Thursday 23rd March 2023.

Posted by Print, Post and Logistic Services on Friday, 17 Mar 2023 at 15:47

Invitation to participate in pilot study: hearing aid use and physical activity

Invitation to participate in pilot study: hearing aid use and physical activity

Posted by Maria Goodwin on Thursday, 16 Mar 2023 at 9:26

Participants Needed for Virtual Reality Study

Investigating Pedestrian Interaction with Self-Driving Cars

Posted by Elena Fratini on Monday, 13 Mar 2023 at 12:18

Teach-Out: Why we should sing Georges Brassens’ songs on picket days

A Lboro UCU online teach-out: Tuesday 21st March, 11am-11:45am. Isabelle Felici will give a talk about the French singer, author and composer Georges Brassens (1921-1981), whose songs deal with antinationalism, pacifism, anticlericalism, antiestablishment, feminism (in a certain old fashioned way) and are still a handbook for rebellion today. All staff and students are welcome to attend.

Posted by Lboro UCU on Friday, 10 Mar 2023 at 11:26

Teach Out: Starting conversations about race and racism

A Lboro UCU hybrid teach-out: Monday 20th March, 11am-12 noon, in-person and online. Denise Coles and Amanda Harrington will talk about how to start conversations about race and racism, with fellow workers and students, in meetings, corridors, formally and in informal exchanges. All are welcome to attend in person at: The Council Chambers, Loughborough Students Union, or online.

Posted by Lboro UCU on Wednesday, 8 Mar 2023 at 12:58

Learn more about FUTURE LEADERS FELLOWSHIPS-OPEN FORUM 9th March 10-11am online

Learn more about FUTURE LEADERS FELLOWSHIPS - OPEN FORUM 9th March 10-11am online

Posted by Patricia Schappo on Tuesday, 7 Mar 2023 at 15:21

LUCU Teach Out: Organising and Power

An online teach-out: Wednesday 15th March, 11am-12 noon Ruth Kinna will give a talk about Rose Pesotta (1896–1965), anarchist, feminist and labour organizer in the International Ladies’ Garment Workers’ Union. All staff and students are welcome to attend.

Posted by Lboro UCU on Monday, 6 Mar 2023 at 15:14

Participants needed for an audience reception study of dance performances

Hello, colleagues and friends from LU, are you interested in dance? Come and take part in our fun study that looks at how dance performances are received by general audience (expert knowledge of dance is not required). "Let's Move it Move it|"! The experiment takes around 30 mins. A £5 amazon voucher as well as refreshments and snacks will be provided. Please help us to share with anyone you think might be interested. Thank you very much!

Posted by Chun Liu on Monday, 6 Mar 2023 at 14:05