Update: Water supply to Holywell Park area of campus
This week, we were experiencing some issues with the water supply to part of the Holywell Park area of campus.
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.
Plans for new on-campus accommodation approved
Charnwood Borough Council has approved plans to develop a new Hall of Residence on Loughborough University’s campus.
Status update: Intermittent Wi-Fi connectivity issues
IT Services staff have been actively monitoring the busiest locations on campus and have altered some configuration settings to ensure the Wi-Fi network has remained stable with the large volume of devices using the network each day.
Free tickets for staff to watch Leicester Riders as part of their ongoing partnership with Loughborough Sport
Loughborough University is a key part of the history of Leicester Riders basketball club. The Riders men’s team were founded at the University in 1967 by a group of students and they played their home games on campus whilst their stadium, Mattioli Arena, was under construction.
Reminder for Music and Arts Scholarships Applications for 2025/26
Arts and Music Scholarships, managed by LU Arts, are available for students for the next academic year. The scholarships aim to recognise, reward, and develop talent in any art form.
Share your opinions by joining the Student Panel
Are you a current student who wants the opportunity to have your say? If so, you can join the Student Panel and help the University shape its approach in a range of different areas.
Opportunity for staff to join the Urban Changemakers Programme
Loughborough is taking part in an Urban Changemakers Programme along with the University of Leicester and De Montfort University (DMU) as part of the Universities Partnership.
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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.
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.
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.
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.
Equality, diversity and inclusion
Don’t miss ‘AFRO HAIR: IS a BIG conversation’ exhibition on campus
The exhibition is a part of Loughborough University’s wider programme of events for Black History Month, centred around this year’s theme ‘Standing Firm in Power and Pride’.
Environment
“The government have been told to prepare for 2C warming by 2050, but the temperatures we’re likely to experience could feel much higher” warns climate risks expert.
Independent climate advisors have warned the UK government that the country must be prepared to cope with weather extremes associated with at least 2°C of global warming by 2050. Professor Rob Wilby, an expert in climate risks and hydroclimatic modelling, warns that actual temperatures experienced—particularly in urban areas—will feel significantly higher and pose even greater risks to human life.
Health and medicine
Can friendship keep you young? Scientists say your social life might slow ageing
An opinion piece written by Professor James Goodwin from the School of Design and Creative Arts for The Conversation:
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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).
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

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

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

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

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

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

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
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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
Making connections: Strategic networking for net zero researchers
For Staff and students
Academic
Online
Climate and Environment Dialogue #11: Interactive Climate Fresk Workshop
For Staff and students
Sustainability
TBC
Pop-up Maker Space
For Staff and students
Arts
Edward Herbert Building, Atrium
Black History Month: Leadership to Legacy, building futures with purpose and pride
For Staff and students
Equity, Diversity and Inclusion
Loughborough Business School
National Theatre Live: Mrs Warren's Profession
For Staff and students
Arts
Cope Auditorium (Edward Barnsley)
Black History Month: Kenya and Britain in the 1980s
For Staff and students
Research
Edward Barnsley Building, 63107






