Professor Dennis Smith
We are very sad to inform you that Dennis Smith, Emeritus Professor in Sociology and former Head of the Department of Social Sciences, has died. Dennis was previously the Vice-President of the European Sociological Association and the editor of Current Sociology from 2002-2010.
Graduate Management Trainee Scheme: Applications now open
Loughborough University is excited to offer a paid three-year graduate scheme for new or recent graduates of Loughborough University, or existing employees of the University who meet the criteria.
Staff: Action required - VPN self-install
The VPN service has been upgraded to a newer, secure version. This application name has also changed to ‘Cisco Secure Client’.
LU Arts launch the University’s Culture and Creativity Strategy
Senior managers, key student representatives from LSU, and arts-related societies came together at a dinner that launched Loughborough University’s brand new Culture and Creativity strategy.
Upcoming Personal Best events: Sign up now
Did you know, Personal Best is not just something to complete in your first year?
General Assembly: All staff invited to hear from the Vice-Chancellor
On Wednesday 6 March, our Vice-Chancellor Professor Nick Jennings will hold the next General Assembly.
Final Reminder: Research and Innovation Core Plan roadshow
Following the launch of the Research and Innovation Core Plan, Professor Dan Parsons (Pro Vice-Chancellor for Research and Innovation) and Jennifer Johnson (Director of Research and Innovation) will be hosting a series of roadshows this spring.
Student services support showcase to take place at the Students’ Union this afternoon
As part of Loughborough’s commitment to support our student community, on Wednesday 14 February, stalls for various teams and services will be present in the Students’ Union from 1pm-4pm.
Academic gives evidence to UK Parliament Select Committee Inquiry
A Loughborough University academic was invited to give evidence to a UK Parliament Select Committee’s Inquiry last week.
Talk Sport London event documents ‘shift in power’ in the Global Sports Industry
Some of the rising stars in the sports industry came together to chart the shift in power in the business of sport at Loughborough University London’s Talk Sport London event this February.









