// University News
9 June 2025
Careers Network: Support for Graduates
Loughborough graduates can continue to access support from the University’s Careers Network team after they have graduated.
9 June 2025
IT Services - Planned maintenance
On Tuesday 1 July, there will be a brief outage to all Wi-Fi networks including eduroam and imago between 8.30am to 9am, while IT Services carry out essential maintenance. Wired connections will not be affected.
5 June 2025
Colleagues from across the University come together to shape the future of Education and Student Experience
Last month, members of the University community came together to play a pivotal role in transforming the education and student experience at Loughborough.
5 June 2025
Majority of MPs represent constituencies where one in four children are in poverty
As the UK grapples with record child poverty rates, new analysis from Loughborough University shows two thirds of MPs represent constituencies where at least one in four children are in poverty.
5 June 2025
Share your #LboroJourney
What is next for you as you complete your studies? Are you undertaking another course or heading somewhere new? Every journey is personal, and we want to find out how Loughborough has impacted you.
4 June 2025
Nominations now open for PhD Awards 2025
Returning for 2025, the Loughborough University PhD Awards celebrate the remarkable achievements and contributions made by individuals within the Doctoral Researcher (DR) community across two campuses.
3 June 2025
Loughborough Professor becomes UNESCO’s first-ever Chair in Storytelling
Loughborough University’s Professor Mike Wilson has been appointed as UNESCO’s first ever Chair in Storytelling Education for Sustainability.
3 June 2025
Loughborough University physicists create ‘the world’s smallest violin’ using nanotechnology
Physicists at Loughborough University have used cutting-edge nanotechnology to create what they believe may be ‘the world’s smallest violin’, which is small enough to fit within the width of a human hair.
2 June 2025
Thinking about postgraduate study? Explore your opportunities at Loughborough
If you’re an undergraduate student and you don't feel ready to leave just yet, why not consider studying a master’s or PhD with the University?
2 June 2025
Changes to drop-in Mental Health Café
Starting this week, the Mental Health Café will only run on Thursdays and Sunday sessions have been temporarily discontinued.
2 June 2025
Community Wardens team up with Multi Agency Partners for Local Patch Walk
To promote the end of year, clear out campaign, Give ‘n’ Go, the Community Warden Team were joined by multi agency partners in a patch walk.
2 June 2025
Strengthening our cyber defences: A collective responsibility
Considering the recent cyber-attacks on the retail sector (Marks & Spencer and the Co-op), it's crucial for us at the University to recognise that cybersecurity isn’t just about technology, it’s about people.
2 June 2025
Apply to the UK Young Academy and Global Young Academy
We’re excited to share that we are once again supporting colleagues to apply for membership of two prestigious interdisciplinary networks for emerging leaders: the UK Young Academy and the Global Young Academy.
2 June 2025
Undergraduate Open Days 2025: Parking
On Friday 27 and Saturday 28 June the University will be hosting our first set of summer Open Days.
2 June 2025
Costs for minimum retiree needs have fallen while moderate and comfortable standards see modest rises
The latest update of the Retirement Living Standards (RLS) shows a decrease in the cost of the minimum retirement lifestyle, down to £21,600 per year for a two-person household, due to the impact of lower energy prices and changes in the public’s expectations for this standard.
30 May 2025
University appoints Director of the Research Academy
The University is pleased to announce it has appointed Dr Kathryn North as the inaugural Director of the Research Academy.
30 May 2025
Don’t forget to complete the Postgraduate Taught Experience Survey (PTES)
Eligible students still have time to complete the survey closing on 13 June.
30 May 2025
Students celebrated at the 2025 Personal Best Awards
Earlier this month, Loughborough staff and students came together to celebrate the hard work, dedication, and achievements of students who completed the Personal Best Award this year.
30 May 2025
Off-campus students: Information about disposing waste before moving out of your property
As we come to the end of the academic year, we know you might be busy taking your exams, submitting coursework, and making plans for the summer and beyond.
29 May 2025
Information about the national annual pay uplift – 2025/26
Loughborough University is a member of the Universities and Colleges Employers Association (UCEA), which represents 138 higher education institutions for the purposes of collective bargaining with recognised trade unions on pay negotiation.
29 May 2025
Maia celebrates inspiring colleagues at fifth anniversary event
Loughborough University women’s network, Maia, recently held an event in Burleigh Court's Fifty the Street to celebrate its fifth anniversary.
29 May 2025
Loughborough University awarded University of Sanctuary status
Loughborough University has been recognised as a University of Sanctuary thanks to its efforts to go ‘above and beyond’ in providing a welcoming environment for refugees and those seeking asylum.
29 May 2025
Windows 11 service: Notice of removal of the default Copilot app (AI tool)
On the Desktop Managed Service, Windows 11 currently offers access to two versions of the AI-powered (artificial intelligence) chat tools: Windows Copilot and Microsoft 365 Copilot.
28 May 2025
Loughborough teams shortlisted for HEIST Awards
We are excited to announce that Loughborough colleagues have been shortlisted for six HEIST Awards across five categories.
28 May 2025
Staying Safe in Deep Waters
We want to take the opportunity to highlight the dangers associated with swimming or trespassing in open and unsupervised waters, after a recent incident at Shepshed quarry, where a group of students ignored warning signs and fencing to go swimming in the open water.
28 May 2025
Andi Manley appointed Head Coach for Glasgow 2026 Commonwealth Games
Andi Manley, Loughborough University’s Director of Swimming, has been confirmed as Team England’s Swimming Head Coach for the Glasgow 2026 Games.
28 May 2025
Have your say: The 2025 Culture, Employment and Development of Academic Researchers Survey (CEDARS) is now live
CEDARS is a national survey run every two years that gives research communities across UK higher education the chance to share their views on their research cultures, working conditions and professional development.
28 May 2025
General Assembly: May 2025
On Wednesday 21 May, all staff were invited to attend the final termly General Assembly of the 2024/25 academic year.
23 May 2025
Loughborough Literary Festival returns to campus
From 29-31 May, Loughborough University master’s students are running a literary festival open to the Loughborough community.
23 May 2025
Loughborough University to co-lead major sport-for-development training programme in Africa
A team of academics from Loughborough University has started work on developing and delivering a new training programme on ‘sport-for-development’ which will be rolled out across Africa.
23 May 2025
Loughborough University welcomes Ghana youth minister to discuss future partnership
Ghana’s Minister of Youth Development and Empowerment George Opare-Addo visited the East Midlands today to meet academics from Loughborough University and talk about a possible research collaboration.
23 May 2025
Don’t miss National Theatre Live: A Streetcar Named Desire at Cope Auditorium
On 5 June at 7pm, watch Tennessee Williams’ timeless masterpiece 'A Streetcar Named Desire' at Cope Auditorium. Gillian Anderson (Sex Education), Vanessa Kirby (The Crown), and Ben Foster (Lone Survivor) lead the cast in this masterpiece, returning to cinemas.
23 May 2025
Welcome to EDI Open House: Join the Conversation
All colleagues are invited to our EDI Open House event, which will take place on Tuesday 3 June, 9am-11am. The event will be available to attend online or in person (SMB017, Stewart Mason Building).
23 May 2025
You said, we listened: The Culture, Employment and Development of Academic Researchers Survey (CEDARS)
CEDARS is a national survey run every two years that gives research communities across UK higher education the chance to share their views on their research cultures, working conditions and professional development.
23 May 2025
A statement from the University on conflict experienced across the world
There is instability and conflict across the world, and we know that this has an impact on our community.
22 May 2025
Four Loughborough academics appointed to lead REF 2029 Sub-Panels
The four UK higher education funding bodies, working with the REF Main Panel Chairs and Advisory Panel members, have appointed four deputy chairs from Loughborough University for sub-panels that will assess research in REF 2029.
21 May 2025
Step into Health: Your final opportunity to join this year’s free health and wellbeing programme
The Step into Health programme at Loughborough College is a government funded health and wellbeing initiative designed to help adults aged 19+ improve their lifestyle, whilst achieving a qualification in the process.
21 May 2025
Our leadership, our stories: Join the Loughborough leadership blog today
Since February 2025, the University’s new Leadership Blog has been a growing space for reflection, insight, and storytelling. Every two weeks, a new voice from our community shares a unique perspective on what leadership means to them, whether through personal experience, professional growth, or thought-provoking ideas.
21 May 2025
Notice of automatic re-enrolment to University pension schemes
Every three years, the Pensions Regulator requires employers to enrol colleagues who are not currently pension scheme members into a pension scheme.
21 May 2025
Loughborough plays host to England Men’s Test team ahead of summer international schedule (VIDEO)
Loughborough University has welcomed the England Men’s Test team to campus ahead of a busy summer of international cricket.
20 May 2025
Loughborough academic reveals how to master time and motivation in new book
In his new book, Dr Ian Taylor, Reader in Motivation Science at the University, unveils a groundbreaking approach to mastering our relationship with time. Drawing on psychological research, ‘Time Hacks: The psychology of time and how to spend it’ offers practical strategies to help readers escape the cycle of stress and stagnation, unlocking a more balanced and fulfilling life.
20 May 2025
Britain is already becoming an ‘island of strangers’ – but immigration isn’t the driver
An opinion piece written by Dr Michael Skey from the School of Social Sciences for The Conversation platform:
20 May 2025
“Are we dangling on the edge of a digital apocalypse given all of the high-profile attacks recently?”
Professor in Cyber Security, Oli Buckley comments on the importance of digital housekeeping in a world so intrinsically tied to digital services.
20 May 2025
“In our interconnected world, a hacker’s keyboard can disrupt the journey from farm to fork” – cyber security expert comments on growing vulnerability in our food infrastructure.
As incidents of cybercrime and security breaches dominate the news – particularly in connection to our groceries, Professor in Cyber Security, Oli Buckley comments on how online attacks, such as the recent incidents involving M&S, the Co-op, and now major distributor, Peter Green Chilled, pose serious risks to the complex supply chains that sit behind the shelves we shop from.
20 May 2025
Unit of Assessment (UoA) Lead recruitment – Research Excellence Framework (REF) 2029
Loughborough University is looking to appoint several experienced and motivated individuals to serve as Unit of Assessment (UoA) Leads for the upcoming Research Excellence Framework (REF) 2029 submission.
19 May 2025
Upcoming wellbeing sessions for students
Student Services are running a variety of events throughout June to support your wellbeing. Topics covered include how to manage anxiety, the importance of self-care and techniques to lift your mood.
19 May 2025
Students: Design a sustainability workshop to be delivered on campus for the chance to win up to £250
LU Arts and LSU Community have teamed up to launch an exciting opportunity for students to engage creatively with ecological issues. This new initiative invites students to propose ideas for a creative, sustainability-focused workshop to be delivered on campus during this year’s autumn term.
19 May 2025
Professor receives prestigious Mid-Career Fellowship from the British Academy
Professor Sarah Mills has been awarded a Mid-Career Fellowship by the British Academy, recognising her outstanding contributions to the field of human geography.
18 May 2025
Impressive Palmer wins Women’s Long Jump as Sawyers returns at LIA
Sport scholar Molly Palmer topped the Women’s Long Jump rankings at Loughborough International Athletics (LIA) in an event that saw Great Britain’s Jazmin Sawyers make a long-awaited comeback from injury.
16 May 2025
UK oil and gas firms face hidden risks in net zero transition
Smaller companies with ageing North Sea assets were especially vulnerable to financial losses, researchers found.
16 May 2025
Loughborough wins prestigious Sports Industry Award
Loughborough University is proud to announce that it has been named Educational Institute of the Year at the FEVO Sports Industry Awards 2025.
16 May 2025
Join the University Choir for an evening of music to celebrate the natural world
On 21 May, the University Choir will perform their annual spring concert, hosted by LU Arts.
16 May 2025
Introducing the Disability Passport
We are pleased to announce the introduction of a Disability Passport, developed through collaboration between the Staff Inclusivity Group, EDI Services, Occupational Health and HR.
15 May 2025
Come along to the Arts Scholars' Showcase
Come along for this year's Arts Scholars’ Showcase, which features the four scholarship winners for 2024/25. The arts forms of this year’s winners include music, dance and photography.
15 May 2025
Lead with confidence: Engage in our learning sprints
Are you ready to elevate your leadership skills and make a meaningful impact? Our engaging leadership learning sprints offer everyone the perfect opportunity to connect, learn and grow with colleagues across the University.
15 May 2025
How 7,000 steps a day could help reduce your risk of cancer
An opinion piece written by Dr Mhairi Morris from School of Sport, Exercise and Health Sciences for The Conversation platform.
14 May 2025
Loughborough awarded £20k to help fund a new Physics Technical Apprentice
Loughborough University has been awarded £20k to create a new technical apprenticeship role, helping to tackle the ageing workforce within the discipline of physics.
14 May 2025
Doctoral Researchers: Take part in this year’s Summer Showcase
The Enhanced Academic Practice team (Organisational Development) are thrilled to announce that this year’s Summer Showcase for Doctoral Researchers will take place on Friday 20 June 2025.
13 May 2025
“Nobody wants to think of Percy Pig or Colin the Caterpillar being embroiled in cyber crime” – Cyber security expert explains why there is never a quick fix following a cyber attack.
It’s been over two weeks since news broke that retailers Marks & Spencer and the Co-op, were dealing with serious cyber incidents. Both are still experiencing painful repercussions following the attack, with the latter still struggling to get shelves fully stocked in certain areas, and the former unable to process online orders and, more worryingly, announcing that customer data has been stolen. Many are now asking, ‘why hasn’t the situation been fixed yet?’.
13 May 2025
Katarina Johnson-Thompson to star at 2025 Loughborough International Athletics
British track and field star Katarina Johnson-Thompson has confirmed she will compete at this year’s Loughborough International Athletics (LIA), taking place on Sunday 18 May 2025 at Loughborough University’s Paula Radcliffe Stadium.
13 May 2025
Windows 11 service: Your guide to accessing software
As the Windows 11 upgrade is being rolled out, here is a reminder of what to expect from the new service as part of the Managed Desktop Service provision.
13 May 2025
Beach Fest is back in Loughborough
Don’t miss this year’s Beach Fest taking place on Wednesday 14 May, 12pm-6pm at Beach Park, Holywell.
13 May 2025
Gabriel Stewart
We are very sad to let you know of the death of a current student, Gabriel Stewart, who was studying Industrial Design. Gabriel was an active member of the Loughborough community as Chair of the Design Society and through Loughborough Students’ Rowing and Boxing.
12 May 2025
Equality Impact Assessment Clinic - May
An Equality Impact Assessment (EIA) helps the University make sure our policies, procedures and practices do what they are intended to do and are inclusive for staff, students and visitors. They also enable us to provide an audit trail that we have met our legal obligations.
12 May 2025
Don’t miss ‘Testing Ground’ at Martin Hall Gallery
From 12 May-6 June, come along to ‘Testing Ground’, an exhibition by the University’s 2024-25 Artists Access to Art Colleges (AA2A) artist residents.
12 May 2025
New academic recruitment campaign launches to attract new talent to join our outstanding community
As we look towards the future, we are launching a new recruitment campaign to attract talented academics who will join us on our journey to achieve our strategic goals and help drive our university forward.
12 May 2025
The prospect of a US pope was once viewed with suspicion – but Leo XIV could prove an important counter to Trump
An opinion piece written by Doctoral Researcher Massimo D'Angelo from Loughborough University London for The Conversation platform.
9 May 2025
Supreme Court ruling: Update on practical implications for staff, students and visitors to campus accessing toilet facilities
Following the UK Supreme Court ruling that in the Equality Act 2010 ‘sex’ means biological sex and as such, workplaces need to provide single sex toilet facilities. The EHRC has provided interim guidance that organisations should continue to adhere to the Equality Act 2010 and ensure protection for all protected characteristics, including trans and non-binary people.
9 May 2025
Israel’s peace movement offers a ray of hope amid the pain of Gaza conflict
An opinion piece written by Dr Yuval Katz from the School of Social Sciences and Humanities for The Conversation platform:
9 May 2025
‘Forging Ahead’ initiative to transform innovation and entrepreneurship across the Midlands
A coalition of 15 Midlands university partners has launched a bold new initiative that is set to revolutionise how research and innovation are translated into real-world impact across the region.
9 May 2025
Staff: Check your my.HR details are up to date
Please check your details in myHR. Ensuring your personal details are accurate and up to date is vital for lots of reasons.
8 May 2025
Loughborough University funds local projects as part of the Community Donations Fund
The University held a celebration evening on Tuesday 6 May, awarding several organisations around Charnwood with funds to support their initiatives. The event was filled will celebration, networking, exchanging ideas, and sparking new collaborations for the future.
8 May 2025
Physicists use artificial intelligence to reveal how layered gases and metals melt
A team of physicists – including a Nobel Prize winner – has used artificial intelligence to uncover how layered materials melt and shift between physical states when confined to two dimensions.
8 May 2025
It costs £1,000-a-year to send your child to state primary school and £2,300 for secondary school - new report
New research reveals that families in the UK must now cover minimum annual education costs of over £1,000 for a primary school child and nearly £2,300 for a secondary school pupil – a sharp rise that far outpaces inflation and earnings growth since 2022.
7 May 2025
Support for staff and students distressed by the events in India and Pakistan
We understand that the recent events in Pakistan and India may be distressing for some members of our community, particularly those with family or friends in the region.
6 May 2025
“For ‘sugar tax’ to be truly effective, it must be part of a greater food reform” – expert calls for bigger changes within ‘overwhelmingly complex and often misleading food environment’
The government announced last week that they are consulting on proposals to extend the sugar tax that is currently applied to fizzy drinks, to include pre-packaged milk-based drinks, as well as non-dairy substitutes such as oat or rice milks.
6 May 2025
Staff Desktop Service: Use of macros in software tools
Macros in Office desktop apps (on Windows 11) can pose significant security risks. These scripts, often used to automate tasks in applications like Microsoft Excel or Word, can be exploited by attackers to access your data, device operating system or the wider University systems.
2 May 2025
The complex role of narcissism in entrepreneurial success (and failure) – new research
A new study has revealed that narcissism could play a beneficial role in early-stage entrepreneurship – however, it could also damage businesses and have a negative impact.
2 May 2025
UK Supreme Court Judgment: Update on practical implications for staff, students and members of the public
At Loughborough we recognise that the recent UK Supreme Court ruling, that in the Equality Act 2010 ‘sex’ means biological sex, will be having a significant impact.
2 May 2025
Mental Health Awareness Week 2025
Mental Health Awareness Week, 12-16 May, is being celebrated across campus, with the theme this year focusing on the power and importance of community.
2 May 2025
TEDxLoughborough University: Apply now to be a speaker or a member of the planning team
Loughborough Students’ Union is delighted to announce in October 2025, they will be hosting a TEDx event at the Loughborough campus.
1 May 2025
Public health expert offers guidance after baby food pouches found lacking in key nutrients
A new BBC Panorama investigation that aired early this week revealed that baby food pouches from six major UK brands – including four leading manufacturers and two supermarkets – are failing to meet key nutritional needs for babies and toddlers and are often high in sugar.
1 May 2025
Calling all students: Donate your unwanted items with Give ‘n’ Go
Give ‘n’ Go is a campaign run by the Sustainability team and Community Warden team at the end of the academic year as students begin to move out and leave Loughborough for the summer.
1 May 2025
Paddock Pitch: Conditions of use
As the weather warms up and more students start using the Paddock Pitch, we would like to remind everyone of the conditions of use to ensure a pleasant experience for all.
1 May 2025
This year’s Postgraduate Taught Experience Survey is now open
Every year eligible students are asked to complete the Postgraduate Taught Experience Survey (PTES) to provide valuable feedback on their experience at Loughborough.
1 May 2025
Vice-Chancellor’s Awards return to celebrate colleagues’ outstanding achievements
The nomination window for this year’s Vice-Chancellor’s Awards will be open throughout May 2025.
1 May 2025
Students: Have your say about physical activity and opportunities at Loughborough
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.
30 April 2025
“The ‘Trump effect’ led Canadians to choose continuity over change, and technocracy over populism” – expert comments on why Canadians chose Liberal
After the Liberal party’s stunning political turnaround in the 2025 Canadian Election earlier this week, politics and international relations expert, Dr Chris Zebrowski, comments on what swayed the Canadian public towards government newcomer, Mark Carney.
30 April 2025
Why hasn’t the M&S cyber attack chaos been resolved yet? We asked a cyber security expert
More than a week has passed since Marks & Spencer (M&S), one of the UK’s most recognisable retailers, was hit by a major cyber attack.
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.