Welcome to Claudia Parsons
Claudia Parsons is a new Hall of Residence opened in 2019 - this hall is named after an English engineer, traveller and Alumna of Loughborough University. She is known for being the first woman to circumnavigate the world by car. Located in the village, Claudia Parsons is at the heart of campus and close to lecture theatres, sporting facilities and the Students' Union.
Winter Committee Elections 2026
Elections will be run online via Microsoft Forms to nominate and vote for positions.
- Nominations: Open: 29th October to 1st November
- Campaigning: 2nd November to 6th November
- Voting: 6th November to 8th November
- Results: 9th November
Nomination open soon for the following positions:
Social Secretary
The social secretary will be required to be responsible for all social activities of the hall, providing a range of different events; Work with external partners to organise events and promote Local Businesses in Loughborough; Responsible for Hall Day, Winter and Summer Ball, Freshers and Re-Freshers; Consult and work closely with Warden team and Chairs.
Sports Secretary
(2 positions available) The Sports Secretary will promote Intramural sport; Organise teams for ODE's and weekly league games; Manage sales and inventory of IMS kit; Book sports pitches for training and additional events; Attend trainings and meetings training.
Action Representative
(2 positions available) The Action Representative will promote volunteering opportunities within the Hall; supports student engagement in community initiatives; attending Action Hall Representative meetings; recruiting and supporting Hall volunteers; collaborating with Media Reps to publicise Action events.
Welfare & Diversity Representative
The Welfare & Diversity Representative will organise appropriate events; Promote LSU W&D events; To signpost wellbeing support within university; Ensure any in-hall events are appropriate; Attend Welfare & Diversity meetings.
Media & Stash Representative
The Media and Stash Representative will be the social media manager of the hall; Design a range of templates, stash and content for the hall; Take photographs of events and report the outcome; Attend Media & Stash meetings.
AAIR Representative
The AAIR Representative will support the engagement and inclusion of alumni, affiliate, international, and returning students within the Hall community; organise events and initiatives tailored to AAIR members; promote inclusivity and integration within the Hall; providing support and signposting relevant University and LSU services, act as a liaison between AAIR students and the Hall Committee; attend relevant meetings such as the AAIR Rep Support Community to ensure AAIR students’ voices are heard.
Upcoming Plans
We hope you enjoyed the first two weeks of Welcome. We would love to hear how you found your Welcome Experience.
Look out on your hall’s social media for information on these upcoming events:
- (October/November) Winter Elections – Nominate yourself/ vote for upcoming hall committee
- (9th December) Winter Ball – Formal social including a meal and transport. Tickets available soon.
- (January/ February) Refreshers – Bringing back the favourite events of Welcome between semester break.
- (February/March) Spring Elections - Nominate yourself/ vote for upcoming hall committee
- (April/May) Hall Day – Outdoor fun-filled day with inflatables, games and food.
- (May/June) Summer Ball – Formal social including a meal and transport.
- IMS events and other themed activities will also be available throughout the year.
Access Claudia Parson's Linktree here
All Claudia Parson social media channels are student-led through the hall's committee.
New residents will receive a communication from the university about official chat groups. Be cautious regarding any groups not endorsed directly by your Halls of Residence.
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