Colourful arch and huts in Shirley Pearce Square

Two new sculptures by prolific Ghanaian artist unveiled on Loughborough’s campus

Two sculptures by Atta Kwami have been loaned to the University by his wife, Pamela Clarkson-Kwami.

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Loughborough to launch unique football finance course

Colleagues from Loughborough University are set to launch a new football finance programme – the first of its kind in higher education.

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PING Performance Research Centre formally opens (VIDEO)

The PING Performance Research Centre has launched at Loughborough University to advance cutting-edge technology and innovation in the world of golf.

Weighing up your ice cream choice

As record temperatures continue across the country, many are turning to an ice cream or lolly to help them cool down. But just how many calories are in these frozen treats?
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Loughborough academic elected as Chair of the Design Research Society

Professor Rebecca Cain from the School of Design and Creative Arts at Loughborough University has been elected as the Chair of the Design Research Society.

Leicestershire education project presented with Platinum Jubilee award

A Leicestershire project which helps young people to develop skills in readiness for life at university has been recognised with a special award in celebration of The Queen’s Platinum Jubilee.
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Loughborough University launches recruitment for prestigious Doctoral Prize Fellowship scheme

Loughborough University is now recruiting for the fourth cohort of its prestigious and popular Doctoral Prize Fellowship programme.

EDI champion appointed to University Council

At the latest meeting of University Council, Professor Surinder Sharma was appointed as a new lay member.
Loughborough University and the Johan Cruyff Institute have agreed a partnership to improve professional standards in the sports industry.

Loughborough University and Johan Cruyff Institute agree collaboration

Loughborough University and the Johan Cruyff Institute have agreed a partnership to improve professional standards in the sports industry.

Bio-based sculptural vessel by Georgia Gerrard and colourful tapestry by Jhuma Dutta

Creative Arts graduands awarded in recognition of their final year projects

Recipients of a number of Creative Arts prizes have been selected and named for this academic year.
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Graduation ceremonies Tuesday 19 - Friday 22 July

Due to the extreme temperatures expected in the region this week, particularly on Tuesday 19 July, we have put some additional measures in place for the University’s Graduation Ceremonies, which will take place as scheduled.
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Scientists share tips and tricks for staying cool in this week's extreme heat

The UK will experience two days of unprecedented heat this week, says the Met Office, and there’s a 90% chance the current temperature record will be broken.
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Loughborough win yet another BUCS title with record points haul

Loughborough University has continued its dominance at British Universities & Colleges Sport (BUCS) by winning an unprecedented 41st consecutive title.

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Inspiring graduand demonstrates the power of not giving up

“You can think you have failed but really, you have learned a little more about yourself. Don’t see your challenges as failed tests, see them as experiences you’ve learnt from.”
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Loughborough alumnus Wightman wins stunning World Championship gold

Loughborough University alumnus Jake Wightman produced a stunning performance in the Men’s 1500m to win gold at the World Championships in Eugene, Oregon.

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Loughborough launches dedicated website for the Commonwealth Games

Loughborough University’s dedicated website for the 2022 Birmingham Commonwealth Games is now live.

David Pond receiving his honorary graduate

Wheelchair Rugby hero, now supporting humanitarian effort in Ukraine, awarded honorary degree

Commodore David Pond, the former Chief Executive of Great Britain Wheelchair Rugby (GBWR) and Loughborough alumnus, has been awarded an honorary degree by the University.
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Loughborough’s Rees aims to smash her own Scottish record in Birmingham (VIDEO)

Team Scotland sprinter Alisha Rees has set her sights on breaking her own national record at this summer’s Commonwealth Games.

Representatives from Loughborough University, SportPark Pavilion 4 project team, Leicester and Leicestershire Enterprise Partnership and UK Anti-Doping at the topping out ceremony. The oak tree will be planted in the grounds of SportPark, adding to the established native species of tree and hedgerow.

£9m sustainable SportPark expansion on Science and Enterprise Park nears completion

A topping out ceremony has taken place to celebrate the latest milestone in the creation of a 2,000 sq m four-storey fourth pavilion to expand SportPark, the multi award-winning development on the University campus.

Loughborough to partner with two Ukrainian universities

Loughborough University has signed memoranda of agreement with two Ukrainian universities, as part of a twinning initiative to offer support to academics, students and university leaders during the conflict.

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How a family holiday inspired Matt Stonier to secure a 'shock' place at the Commonwealth Games (VIDEO)

Matt Stonier was not expecting to compete at the upcoming Commonwealth Games, but a recent family holiday helped secure his place at Birmingham 2022.

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Loughborough continues to lead the way in Para sport research (VIDEO)

As the 2022 Commonwealth Games in Birmingham edge ever closer, the eyes of the world will once again be on the top sporting talent vying for podium places.

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ACT Medical founder Joseph Bentley accepted for Enterprise Fellowship at Royal Academy of Engineering

Loughborough University alumnus and ACT Medical founder Joseph Bentley has won an 1851 Enterprise Fellowship at the Royal Academy of Engineering as he continues to develop his award-winning system for reducing the number of deaths from knife wounds.
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Experts in Sport podcast – Commonwealth Games special (VIDEO)

Loughborough University’s Experts in Sport podcast returns with a bumper edition ahead of the Commonwealth Games in Birmingham.

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Lightning Football agree season long loan with Leicester City Academy Graduates

Loughborough Lightning football has agreed a season-long loan and dual registration with Barclays Women's Super League team Leicester City’s Academy Graduates.