Before you hit send: Auto-Complete for safer email
Colleagues on the Information Governance Sub-Committee recently reviewed the personal data breaches reported across the University in 2025, and 47% of reported data breaches were caused by poor email management, including sending emails to incorrect recipients and using CC and BCC incorrectly.
Windows 11 users: Notice of Microsoft feature update due in April and May
Throughout April and May, IT Services will be rolling out a new Microsoft feature update. Like other Microsoft security updates, this will run in the background with no disruption to your work. However, the system reboot for this feature update may take up to 25 minutes.
University Library celebrates the National Year of Reading
This year, the University Library is celebrating the National Year of Reading by offering students, staff, and visitors a chance to immerse themselves in the world of literature with new ways to explore stories, discover authors, and find books they’ll love.
Retaining rights in your research outputs: Policy update from 1 April 2026
From 1 April 2026, all research articles and conference papers authored by Loughborough staff and doctoral researchers will be automatically covered by the Institutional Rights Retention Policy.
Have your say: Two weeks left to shape the REF Code of Practice
Loughborough University is currently consulting on its draft Research Excellence Framework (REF) Code of Practice, an essential document outlining how we will make fair, transparent and inclusive decisions about our REF 2029 submission, including the selection of research outputs.
Information about upcoming faith-related dates (March-June 2026)
Awareness of faith-related dates and understanding in relation to their impact on members of these communities helps the University to be a safe, inclusive and welcoming environment for all our students and staff.
Advice and support for students and doctoral researchers affected by the ongoing conflict in the Middle East
This article contains important information if you’ve been affected by the ongoing conflict in the Middle East.
Returning students: Check out Housing Hand’s rent guarantor scheme
If you’re looking for off-campus accommodation for your future studies, some landlords may require a UK-based rent guarantor, while others may not. If you’re unable to provide a personal UK guarantor, Loughborough University has partnered with Housing Hand, who offer a discounted service to support students in securing accommodation.
Spring Staycation: Activities for students staying in Loughborough over Easter
Join us this Easter break for some fun activities here in Loughborough.
Recognising meningitis symptoms and protecting yourself
Following recent national news reports about meningitis cases at another UK university, we want to reassure you that there is no identified increased risk at Loughborough. Current public health information indicates the situation is localised to the Canterbury area and is believed to be linked to a specific event there, so it does not pose a concern for our community.
Windows 11 users: Notice of Microsoft feature update due in April and May
Throughout April and May, IT Services will be rolling out a new Microsoft feature update. Like other Microsoft security updates, this will run in the background with no disruption to your work. However, the system reboot for this feature update may take up to 25 minutes.
University Library celebrates the National Year of Reading
This year, the University Library is celebrating the National Year of Reading by offering students, staff, and visitors a chance to immerse themselves in the world of literature with new ways to explore stories, discover authors, and find books they’ll love.
Retaining rights in your research outputs: Policy update from 1 April 2026
From 1 April 2026, all research articles and conference papers authored by Loughborough staff and doctoral researchers will be automatically covered by the Institutional Rights Retention Policy.
Have your say: Two weeks left to shape the REF Code of Practice
Loughborough University is currently consulting on its draft Research Excellence Framework (REF) Code of Practice, an essential document outlining how we will make fair, transparent and inclusive decisions about our REF 2029 submission, including the selection of research outputs.
Information about upcoming faith-related dates (March-June 2026)
Awareness of faith-related dates and understanding in relation to their impact on members of these communities helps the University to be a safe, inclusive and welcoming environment for all our students and staff.
Advice and support for students and doctoral researchers affected by the ongoing conflict in the Middle East
This article contains important information if you’ve been affected by the ongoing conflict in the Middle East.
Returning students: Check out Housing Hand’s rent guarantor scheme
If you’re looking for off-campus accommodation for your future studies, some landlords may require a UK-based rent guarantor, while others may not. If you’re unable to provide a personal UK guarantor, Loughborough University has partnered with Housing Hand, who offer a discounted service to support students in securing accommodation.
Spring Staycation: Activities for students staying in Loughborough over Easter
Join us this Easter break for some fun activities here in Loughborough.
Recognising meningitis symptoms and protecting yourself
Following recent national news reports about meningitis cases at another UK university, we want to reassure you that there is no identified increased risk at Loughborough. Current public health information indicates the situation is localised to the Canterbury area and is believed to be linked to a specific event there, so it does not pose a concern for our community.