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Loughborough University marks Black History Month

The University and Loughborough Students’ Union are celebrating Black History Month throughout October with a range of events and initiatives.

Fusion of research and innovation sees Loughborough excel in latest Knowledge Exchange Framework

Loughborough University’s success in working with business and commercialising its research has been underlined in the second iteration of the Knowledge Exchange Framework (KEF).
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Dunelm supports carers, care-leavers and estranged students with university starter-packs

The homeware company is providing support for a fourth year, helping Loughborough students settle into their new home.

Loughborough trio nominated for prestigious sport management award

Three Loughborough nominees were among the finalists for the prestigious New Researcher Award at the European Association of Sport Management conference.
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Loughborough strengthens partnerships with Ukrainian networks and universities

Building on the memoranda of agreement signed with two Ukrainian universities in July, Loughborough has now signed an agreement with the Ukrainian Global University (UGU).

Covid response sees Loughborough shortlisted for higher education’s most sought-after award

Loughborough University has been shortlisted for the prestigious Times Higher Education University of the Year award for its response to the Covid-19 crisis.
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LU Arts announces exciting National Theatre Live screenings

The new academic year brings a new National Theatre Live programme to the Cope Auditorium.

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University appoints its first-ever Special Envoys for India to develop new relationships and build partnerships

The University is delighted to announce it has appointed two Special Envoys for India.

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Loughborough University London welcomes IMG’s Seven League to its Talent+ programme

Seven League, the digital sports arm of IMG, a global leader in sports, fashion, events and media, was today announced as the latest organisation to partner with Loughborough University London’s innovative Talent+ scheme.

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Wilby crowned European champion as Loughborough athletes impress in Rome

James Wilby’s incredible sporting summer continued in style as he claimed 200m breaststroke gold at the European Aquatics Championships in Rome.

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The Access Group supports Loughborough graduates by displaying artwork at headquarters

The Access Group has recently selected a range of graduate artwork from the University’s Design, Creative Arts and Architecture Degree Show.

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Top six finish for Loughborough in 2022 Commonwealth Games medal table

If Loughborough was a country it would have finished sixth in the overall 2022 Commonwealth Games medal table – ahead of South Africa, Jamaica, and Nigeria.

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Double silver for Loughborough on final day of Commonwealth action

Loughborough-linked athletes have won another two silver medals on the final day of action at the Commonwealth Games.

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England Men land hockey bronze

England Men’s hockey team landed a third consecutive Commonwealth Games bronze medal after defeating South Africa 6-3 in Birmingham.

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Revolutionising rehabilitation: Discussing a new £100m transformational centre and why people are looking to axolotls for answers…

Around the world, an estimated 2.4 billion people are currently living with a health condition that benefits from rehabilitation, and the need for such services and interventions is predicted to increase globally, says the World Health Organisation.

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Alumna Dobbin wins bronze in dramatic Women’s 4x400m Relay finish

Alumna Beth Dobbin claimed a dramatic bronze medal with Team Scotland in the Women’s 4x400m Relay after England’s disqualification at Alexander Stadium.

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England Women win glorious hockey gold

England Women’s hockey side won a first-ever Commonwealth Games gold medal after defeating Australia 2-1 in Birmingham.

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Hat-trick of Loughborough medals secured on penultimate morning

Loughborough-linked athletes claimed another three medals on the penultimate morning of sporting action at the Commonwealth Games.

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Coppell clears 5.50m to take maiden Commonwealth medal

Pole Vaulter Harry Coppell’s clearance of 5.50m was enough to claim a maiden Commonwealth medal as the British record holder won bronze on Saturday evening.

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Wightman takes brave bronze in Men’s 1500m

World champion middle-distance runner Jake Wightman had to settle for Commonwealth bronze as Australia’s Oliver Hoare stunned the field to take the Men’s 1500m title in Birmingham.

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How to choose the perfect running shoe – three top tips from an expert (VIDEO)

As Commonwealth Games fever continues to grip the nation many of us will feel inspired by events in Birmingham.

New leadership for internationally recognised social policy research centre at Loughborough

Two co-directors have been appointed to Loughborough’s Centre for Research in Social Policy (CRSP) following the departure of Professor Donald Hirsch who stepped down after a decade at the helm.
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Four-midable Loughborough athletes claim yet more medals

Another four medals were awarded to Loughborough’s athletes during Thursday’s evening session at the Commonwealth Games in Birmingham.

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Newson and Broome in double medal Powerlifting glory

Zoe Newson and Olivia Broome completed an England 1-2 in the Para Powerlifting Lightweight category to win gold and silver respectively at the Commonwealth Games.

Loughborough medal total reaches 30 after night of high drama

Loughborough’s 2022 Commonwealth Games medal haul continued to gather momentum after another incredible evening on Wednesday.