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Loughborough at the Commonwealth Games 2026

Follow the successes of Loughborough-linked athletes who have been selected to represent their country.

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Nominations now open for PhD Awards 2026

The Loughborough University PhD Awards celebrate the remarkable achievements and contributions made by individuals within the Doctoral Researcher (DR) community across both of our campuses. Nominations for the Awards close at 5pm on 17 August.

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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.

Apply now: deadline approaches for Talent Match Consultancy Programme The new Talent Match Consultancy Programme is a great opportunity for current students and 2025 and 2026 Loughborough graduates to gain graduate level experience, working directly with employers on a real business challenge in a consulting team. Purple and red background with text 'Talent Match: Connecting Loughborough talent with business' 500 ‘Cathys’ brave the rain for joyful celebration of Kate Bush, Emily Brontë and Haworth’s moors Brontë scholar Dr Claire O’Callaghan has celebrated the legacy of the 19th century author alongside a cast of 500 Cathys, dancing to Kate Bush’s iconic Wuthering Heights on the rain-swept moors above Haworth, West Yorkshire. A group of people wearing red dresses, dancing together in a field. Loughborough University hosts UK UNESCO Chairs’ Conference Last week, Loughborough University welcomed leading academics, policymakers and UNESCO representatives for the 80th annual UNESCO Chairs’ Conference. Delegates onstage including Vice Chancellor Nick Jennings and several UNESCO Chairs Become a Run Leader for RunTogether x Loughborough Loughborough Sport is looking for staff and student volunteers to become Run Leaders, helping to deliver recreational running sessions and support the Recreational Sport Run Club. A person running with a joyful expression alongside text reading 'interested in being a run leader, fully funded leadership in running fitness qualification included'. Sectoral Groups Launch Event Marks a Major Step Forward in Building Strategic Partnerships Last week, Loughborough University welcomed more than 130 colleagues and external stakeholders to the launch of its new Industry Sectoral Groups, marking an important milestone in the University's ambition to strengthen collaboration with industry, government and funders. A group of staff in a lecture theatre Loughborough campus earns Green Flag Award for ninth year running Loughborough University's East Midlands campus has been awarded a 2026 Green Flag Award, marking the ninth consecutive year it has received the prestigious accreditation. Six people standing together, one is holding a Green Flag Award certificate. Help shape our Windows 11 update experience Do you rely on specialist or business-critical software for teaching, research, or operational activities? Pale blue background and a blue icon of a laptop with the Windows logo on the screen. Staff network photography competition challenges age stereotypes The University's Age Appreciation Staff Network recently marked Age Without Limits Day with a photography competition celebrating positive ageing and challenging age-related stereotypes. A photo of a teenage girl sitting next to a young woman, looking at each other with joyful expressions, alongside a photo of a woman changing the oil filter on her car. View all news
Commonwealth Games 2026 Records fall as Loughborough wins another six medals in Glasgow A six-medal return and a series of broken records capped another outstanding day for Loughborough at the 2026 Commonwealth Games. Rhian Edmunds, Emma Finucane, and Lowri Thomas of Wales (gold), Sophie Capewell, Katy Marchant, and Rhianna Parris-Smith of England (silver) and Lauren Bell, Iona Moir, and Maddy Silcock of Scotland (bronze) on the podium for the Women's Team Sprint at 2026 Commonwealth Games. Commonwealth Games 2026 Incredible nine medal haul for Loughborough at the Commonwealth Games Loughborough athletes delivered a sensational run of medal-winning performances at the Commonwealth Games on Wednesday evening. jamall wins gold Society Can social care ever really be fixed? Experts react to the latest in a long line of promises An opinion piece co-written by Dr Anthony Kevins, of the School of Social Sciences and Humanities, for the Conversation. an elderly person holds hands with a nurse Commonwealth Games 2026 Cox and Clark secure brace of medals for Loughborough Loughborough’s Lauren Cox had an evening to remember at the 2026 Commonwealth Games after winning bronze in the Women’s 50m backstroke. lauren cox celebrates her medal Education Athena STEM Residential Programme continues to uplift young women in science 2026 marks the ninth year of Ford supporting the Athena STEM residential, which has seen around fifty female students visiting Loughborough every year for a unique and inspirational insight into studying STEM at university level. A group of Year 10 students in front of a building Business and economy A sweary boss might make you work harder (or want to quit) An opinion piece written by Professor Alexandros Psychogios, of Loughborough Business School, for the Conversation. Research success R3VTech wins Royal Society of Chemistry Environment Award Loughborough University spin-out R3VTech has won Runner Up in the Environment category at the Royal Society of Chemistry's Emerging Technologies Competition 2026, recognising the company as one of the UK's most promising chemistry-led innovators tackling environmental challenges. Seven people in a lab wearing R3VTech lab coats and goggles, one holding an award. 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.
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.
Call for participants: Women's views on future breast monitoring technology For Staff and Students Research participant call-outs Women aged 50 years and over who are not currently married are invited to take part in a Loughborough University research study exploring trust in future home-based breast health monitoring technologies. The findings will help inform the design of technologies that support women's needs and may contribute to earlier detection of breast cancer. Huayu Jiang The Loughborough University logo in the brand colour 'African Violet' on a plain background.
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Feel Good Friday - Movie Night For Students Other Royce Common Room Illustration of Loughborough campus on a sunny day with the title 'Summertime Socials'. Monday Chill Out – Royce Common Room Hangout For Students Other Royce Common Room Illustration of Loughborough campus on a sunny day with the title 'Summertime Socials'. Active Wednesday – Recreational Sport: Basketball For Students Sport New Victory Hall Illustration of Loughborough campus on a sunny day with the title 'Summertime Socials'. Managing Anxiety For Students Wellbeing Online via Microsoft Teams The Loughborough University logo in the brand colour 'African Violet' on a plain background. Carbon Literacy Training For Staff and students Sustainability Brockington Building The Loughborough University logo in the brand colour 'African Violet' on a plain background. Active Wednesday – Recreational Sport: Volleyball Tournament For Students Sport Holywell RC (Outdoor Zones A-C) Illustration of Loughborough campus on a sunny day with the title 'Summertime Socials'. Managing Homesickness For Students Wellbeing Online via Microsoft Teams The Loughborough University logo in the brand colour 'African Violet' on a plain background.
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