Current Students and Staff

29 April 2025

Opportunity for final-year Design and Creative Arts students to showcase your work

LU Arts are commissioning a series of video diaries that chart students' progress towards the 2025 Degree Show.

29 April 2025

Sports Technology students host workshop to inspire young women to explore careers in STEM

Earlier this month, Loughborough University students hosted a workshop at the AIG building in London to inspire young women to see how sports and engineering can intersect, particularly in the world of golf.

29 April 2025

Important information about Loughborough International Athletics

Loughborough University is proud to be hosting the Loughborough International Athletics (LIA) event on Sunday 18 May 2025.

28 April 2025

Severance: what the hit show can teach us about cybersecurity and human risk

What if your work self didn’t know about your personal life, and your home self had no idea what you did for a living? In Apple TV’s Severance, that’s exactly the deal: a surgical procedure splits the memories of employees into “innies” (who only exist at work) and “outies” (who never recall what they do from nine to five).

28 April 2025

Information about fraudulent activity

We are aware that some students have been contacted by fraudsters, impersonating members of University staff.

28 April 2025

Short stay parking at the Swimming Pool Car Park

Following a short stay parking pilot scheme at the Swimming Pool Car Park, a permanent short stay parking solution will be implemented from week commencing 28 April 2025.

28 April 2025

Loughborough University partner with Trash Free Trails to tackle pollution

Loughborough University is now a community hub for Trash Free Trails, a non-profit organisation with a mission to reconnect people with nature through the act of removing pollution from wild places.

25 April 2025

UKRI Policy Fellowships – information and Q&A session

The UKRI Policy Fellowships are an opportunity for researchers to undertake 18-month placements with policy host organisations to undertake specific research projects. There are 42 fellowship projects available across 31 host partners. The call formally opened on 22 April.

25 April 2025

Liz Monk to lead Loughborough Students’ Union as Chief Executive Officer

Loughborough Students' Union (LSU) is pleased to announce the appointment of Liz Monk as its new Chief Executive Officer.

24 April 2025

Richard Whitehead’s 100 marathon challenge – with a little help from Loughborough University (VIDEO)

For many, completing just one marathon in a lifetime is a huge achievement.

24 April 2025

Coming soon: Students’ Active Lifestyles survey

Loughborough Sport is running the Students’ Active Lifestyles survey throughout May to understand how they can continue to improve the sport offering at the University.

23 April 2025

How Pope Francis changed the Catholic Church’s foreign policy

When the late Pope Francis first stepped on to the balcony of Saint Peter’s Basilica following his election 12 years ago, he remarked that he had been called almost from the “end of the world”. He was the first non-European pontiff since Gregory III, elected in AD731, who was of Syrian origin. And he was the first pope in history to come from Latin America.

23 April 2025

Meet the team changing the world, for the better

Fairer. Greener. Faster. Better. Critical breakthroughs for a better world are what we do well at Loughborough University.

23 April 2025

Information about important faith-related dates, including religious festivals May – October 2025

Awareness of these dates and understanding in relation to their impact on members of these faith communities will help the University to create a safe, inclusive and welcoming environment for all our students and staff.

23 April 2025

Chief People Officer and Deputy Chief Operating Officer

Over the last 18 months we have seen an increased focus on our work in the People & Culture space, most recognisably through our work on Project Expectations, GLOW, leadership and staff engagement.

23 April 2025

Your invite to the next General Assembly – May 2025

On Wednesday 21 May, all staff are invited to attend the third Termly General Assembly of the 2024/25 academic year.

17 April 2025

Loughborough scientist reveals secret to perfect bowling score

A Loughborough University scientist has revealed the best way to get a perfect score in tenpin bowling.

17 April 2025

Support for staff and students following the recent Supreme Court ruling

On 16 April 2025, the UK Supreme Court ruled that a woman is defined by their biological sex under the Equality Act 2010.

16 April 2025

Applications open for Associate Pro Vice-Chancellor - Research & Innovation roles

We are looking to appoint two Associate Pro Vice-Chancellors – Research & Innovation (0.5FTE each, job share will be considered) to lead the delivery of the R&I Core Plan.

16 April 2025

Upcoming wellbeing sessions for students

Student Services are running a variety of events throughout May to support your wellbeing. Topics covered include how to manage anxiety, the importance of self-care and techniques to improve your sleep.

Mandarin Chinese Taster Session

Choosing your options for next year? Why not try a Mandarin Chinese Taster Session.

Posted by Charlotte Holloway on Monday, 28 Apr 2025 at 15:50

Print, Post & Logistic Services - Open Monday 28th April

The essential building electrical work has been completed in the Herbert Manzoni Building and we will re-open as normal from 09:00 on Monday 28th April.

Posted by Print, Post and Logistics Services on Friday, 25 Apr 2025 at 16:06

Important Information about Loughborough International Athletics: Sunday 18 May

Loughborough University is proud to be hosting the Loughborough International Athletics (LIA) event on Sunday, 18 May 2025, as a significant sports event with a high number of spectators expected, campus users should be aware of the following information: Car park closures on Friday 16 May – Saturday 17 May: • Car Park 15 – closed for catering village Car park closures on Sunday 18 May: • HIPAC Upper Car Park – restricted access to selected Officials and Event Workforce only • Car Park 8 – restricted access to selected Officials and Event Workforce only - Activation Zone • Car Park 15 – closed for catering village PA system: Please note that a PA system will be used at the Stadium between 9am-6pm. There will also be sound checks taking place on Saturday 18 May in the afternoon.

Posted by Paige Nuttall on Friday, 25 Apr 2025 at 8:00

Tell us what you think - Student IT Focus Group

Join our online focus group to share your experiences and provide valuable feedback on key areas like eduroam, computer labs, software, and more. Your input will help shape the future of IT support and services. All participants will receive a £10 Amazon gift voucher.

Posted by IT Services on Wednesday, 23 Apr 2025 at 8:22

Seeking Participants with Experience in Travel Industry

We are looking for participants with experience working in, academic experience in, or expertise in the tourism industry to gain insight for a study on the solo travelling experience.

Posted by Kanwara Kawnern on Thursday, 17 Apr 2025 at 13:43

Resistance trained and untrained participants needed for research investigating

This study aims to explore how resistance training impacts the brain’s ability to communicate with muscles. The objective of this study is to compare the central nervous system properties of the upper and lower body of individuals who have completed long-term resistance training with a group of recreationally active people

Posted by Tom Balshaw on Monday, 14 Apr 2025 at 12:16

Seeking Participants with Experience or Interest in Solo Traveling

We are looking for female with experience or interest in solo travel to participate in a research study aimed at improving the experience of solo travelers and those traveling alone.

Posted by Kanwara Kawnern on Wednesday, 26 Mar 2025 at 14:42

Volunteers Required

The Global Educational Trust charity gives away free books to those in need and in fact to anyone. The books are saved from landfill and 'shops' set up and then with new donations and great volunteers, these spaces become a great community space for as long as we remain there. We are in need or volunteers to help set this up in Loughborough, if interested please contact me.

Posted by Rohail Suleman on Tuesday, 25 Mar 2025 at 8:00

Calling all remote/hybrid workers- research on lifestyle behaviours

The Study aims to investigate the impact of hybrid/remote working on a range of health-related behaviours, particularly physical activity, sitting time, diet and sleep.

Posted by Karesna Mehta on Wednesday, 26 Feb 2025 at 14:15

Research into body composition, activity, sleep data - call for participants

Would you like to learn more about your body composition, cardiometabolic profile, immune system, and your physical activity and sleep data?

Posted by Mayada Demashkieh on Saturday, 1 Feb 2025 at 8:00

Mandarin Chinese Taster Session

Choosing your options for next year? Why not try a Mandarin Chinese Taster Session.

Posted by Charlotte Holloway on Monday, 28 Apr 2025 at 15:50

Staff Health MOT

Health MOT’s – we have arranged a number of monthly Health MOT days which will be facilitated by Leicestershire County Council. These are for any staff member with an interest in their own health and wellbeing.

Posted by Jack McLachlan on Monday, 28 Apr 2025 at 8:00

Print, Post & Logistic Services - Open Monday 28th April

The essential building electrical work has been completed in the Herbert Manzoni Building and we will re-open as normal from 09:00 on Monday 28th April.

Posted by Print, Post and Logistics Services on Friday, 25 Apr 2025 at 16:06

Important Information about Loughborough International Athletics: Sunday 18 May

Loughborough University is proud to be hosting the Loughborough International Athletics (LIA) event on Sunday, 18 May 2025, as a significant sports event with a high number of spectators expected, campus users should be aware of the following information: Car park closures on Friday 16 May – Saturday 17 May: • Car Park 15 – closed for catering village Car park closures on Sunday 18 May: • HIPAC Upper Car Park – restricted access to selected Officials and Event Workforce only • Car Park 8 – restricted access to selected Officials and Event Workforce only - Activation Zone • Car Park 15 – closed for catering village PA system: Please note that a PA system will be used at the Stadium between 9am-6pm. There will also be sound checks taking place on Saturday 18 May in the afternoon.

Posted by Paige Nuttall on Friday, 25 Apr 2025 at 8:00

Book to attend Worktribe training

The next Worktribe training session will be delivered via Microsoft Teams on Friday 2nd May 14:00-15:45.

Posted by Emily Salmon on Wednesday, 23 Apr 2025 at 13:41

Seeking Participants with Experience in Travel Industry

We are looking for participants with experience working in, academic experience in, or expertise in the tourism industry to gain insight for a study on the solo travelling experience.

Posted by Kanwara Kawnern on Thursday, 17 Apr 2025 at 13:43

Resistance trained and untrained participants needed for research investigating

This study aims to explore how resistance training impacts the brain’s ability to communicate with muscles. The objective of this study is to compare the central nervous system properties of the upper and lower body of individuals who have completed long-term resistance training with a group of recreationally active people

Posted by Tom Balshaw on Monday, 14 Apr 2025 at 12:16

Confirmation and Clearing Contact Centre Thursday 14th August 2025 – Volunteers

Over the past few years, our colleagues have been great at giving their time to help play a key part in the start of many students’ Loughborough journey. Would you be happy to volunteer your time to help this summer?

Posted by Charlotte Dove on Friday, 11 Apr 2025 at 12:49

Medical device regulations - Online workshop - 9 May

Loughborough University will host an online interactive workshop led by RegMetrics on medical device regulations on Friday 9th May 10am-12 noon. This workshop is applicable for academics working on medical devices technologies and professional services staff supporting them.

Posted by Alan Kirk on Tuesday, 8 Apr 2025 at 15:23

April Staff Offer - Burleigh Springs

Book a 30 minute Dermalogica Facial for just £25.00 in April

Posted by Charlotte Dyer on Tuesday, 8 Apr 2025 at 14:32