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Loughborough celebrates Black History Month

The University is delighted to host an event programme throughout the month of October to mark Black History Month.

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Professional Services - Working Better Together

Join the conversation and help shape how we work together across our university. This September and October, we're inviting all colleagues to take part in a series of interactive discussion sessions.

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Join the Student Panel and make an impact at Loughborough

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 areas.

Launching this October: Student Central, Your New Home for Student Support Find answers, access support, and connect with the right service quickly and easily through Student Central. Student Central branding in purple Update on National Pay Negotiations 2026/27 The national pay negotiations for the 2026/27 New Joint Negotiating Committee for Higher Education Staff (New JNCHES) pay round have now concluded. a pound sign on a pink background Heating on campus Following the relatively mild start to autumn, the University will turn the heating on across the East Midlands campus from Wednesday 14 October. The Loughborough University logo in the brand colour 'African Violet' on a plain background. National Theatre Live: Autumn Term Programme 2026 Screenings of two National Theatre plays will be shown at Cope Auditorium (Edward Barnsley Building) from 8 October.  Actress Sandra Oh with a blue background looking directly at the viewer Discover your next steps with the Autumn Futures Festival and Fair 2026 Looking to explore career options, meet top employers, or sharpen your professional skills? The Careers Network is bringing back the Autumn Futures Fair and Festival, a packed programme designed to help you take the next step in your career journey.  Orange background with autumnal leaves and a central purple circle with text 'Autumn Futures Festival 2026' Doctoral Researchers and staff celebrated at the Loughborough University PhD Awards Last week, Loughborough University held its annual PhD Awards, an event dedicated to recognising the outstanding achievements and contributions of individuals within the Doctoral Researcher (DR) community.  Rows of glass PhD Awards 2026 lined up on a table University gardens help Loughborough secure 15th East Midlands in Bloom Gold Award Loughborough town has been awarded Gold at the East Midlands in Bloom Awards for the 15th time since 2011, achieving its highest-ever score of 96 out of 100 points. The Walled Garden on Loughborough campus on a sunny day Changes to the Village Bar The Village Bar is transitioning from a retail outlet to a dedicated events and hospitality venue. This change follows a review of significant decline of customer demand and usage. The Loughborough University logo in the brand colour 'African Violet' on a plain background. View all news
Society Loughborough University backs campaign for devolution across Leicester, Leicestershire and Rutland Loughborough University has joined a growing coalition calling for faster progress on devolution across Leicester, Leicestershire and Rutland (LLR), highlighting the opportunity to boost research, innovation and economic growth across the region. Hazelrigg Building on the University campus. Sport Want to run further, feel better and stay motivated? Exercise in nature – new study A new study from Loughborough University has discovered that exercising in natural environments delivers a triple benefit: people run further and faster, they enjoy it more, and crucially, they're dramatically more motivated to stay active. For a population struggling with physical inactivity, this could be transformative. a man running in the woods Engineering Research could make future batteries more efficient, scalable and sustainable Dr Pengcheng Zhu, Lecturer in Sustainable Energy Engineering in the School of Aeronautical and Automotive Engineering, spoke to The Faraday Institution about his research. A scientist in a lab wearing gloves and goggles Engineering New study shows how e-scooters could be the future of India’s commuting travel With a number of countries already supporting the use of electric scooters (e-scooters) on their roads, and many countries now choosing to illegalise their use on roads, countries like India may be travelling in a different direction. An image of an electric scooter on a pavement with a person stood next to it Health and medicine “Ideas need to be explored and questions answered” – Tony Adams backs Loughborough partnership to improve professional athletes’ mental health A mental health charity founded by former Arsenal and England captain Tony Adams is joining forces with Loughborough University to launch a new research hub aimed at improving the mental health and wellbeing of professional sportspeople. War and security Can Palestinians and Jews still find common ground? Media may offer hope where politics has failed A Jewish Israeli academic who found himself caught between Israeli friends traumatised by the 7 October attacks and Palestinians grieving relatives killed in Gaza says journalists and television makers could offer lessons in how the two communities can still talk to each other. a crowd gathers outside in to listen to someone speak History From sausage rolls to full breakfasts, class has shaped the foods that define English identity An opinion piece written by Dr Sara Read of the School of Social Sciences and Humanities for the Conversation. a plate of scones with a union jack flag poking out View all news
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).
Post a noticeboard item Temporary closure of parking spaces at security For Staff and Students Campus announcements Parking spaces adjacent to Epinal Way security will be closed between 6am-12pm 6 October for hedge flailing. Richard Fenn Griffin The Loughborough University logo in the brand colour 'African Violet' on a plain background. Temporary closure of parking spaces at Swimming Pool For Staff and Students Campus announcements Car Parking spaces will be closed in the swimming pool car park and the adjacent car park for Loughborough Students' Union 7am-10am on Saturday 10 October. Richard Fenn Griffin The Loughborough University logo in the brand colour 'African Violet' on a plain background. Update: Staff Flu Vaccination 2026 For Staff Health and wellbeing Important Notice: Flu Vaccination Delay Jack McLachlan The Loughborough University logo in the brand colour 'African Violet' on a plain background. No Print, Post & Logistic Services mail deliveries on Monday 5 October For Staff and Students Campus announcements Due to staff shortages on Monday 5 October, Print, Post & Logistic Services will be unable to complete the mail deliveries and collections. Paul Goddard The Loughborough University logo in the brand colour 'African Violet' on a plain background. Explore the geology of Bradgate Park: Charnwood Forest Geopark For Staff and Students Other The Geology of Bradgate Park self-guided tour: Explore the geological foundations beneath Bradgate Nik Hunt 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 three times a week. 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. Applications Open: Research Culture Fund 2026-27 For Staff General opportunities Do you have an idea that could help strengthen research culture at Loughborough University? Applications for the Loughborough University Research Culture Fund 2026-27 are now open. Ruqayya Dagia The Loughborough University logo in the brand colour 'African Violet' on a plain background. View all notices
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IAS Friends and Fellows Coffee Morning For Staff and students Open days International House Coffee mugs being held in a circle Lecture: Royal Aeronautical Society Loughborough Branch For Staff and students Lectures Brockington Building - U005 Front of the Brockington building Recognising Diverse Research Outputs in REF: A Hidden REF Workshop For Staff Equity, Diversity and Inclusion Loughborough University Stadium Hidden REF logo with orange text Children and Young People: Creating a Cross-Campus Research Network For Staff and students Research International House Blurred action shot of children running. National Theatre Live: The Misanthrope For Staff and students Arts Cope Auditorium Actress Sandra Oh with a blue background looking directly at the viewer Sleep Smarter For Students Wellbeing Online via Microsoft Teams The Loughborough University logo in the brand colour 'African Violet' on a plain background. Sport vs The Climate Crisis For Staff and students Lectures International House IAS blue abstract logo
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