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Vice-Chancellor launches this year’s Christmas card design competition

Loughborough’s Vice-Chancellor, Professor Nick Jennings, is delighted to launch his annual Christmas Card design competition to students, with three prizes of £200 available to win.

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LSU Fireworks Extravaganza

On the evening of Saturday 1 November 2025, Loughborough Students’ Union will be holding their annual Fireworks Extravaganza event on the University campus.

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General Assembly - November 2025

On Wednesday 26 November, all staff are invited to attend the first Termly General Assembly of the 2025/26 academic year.

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Participants needed for a study on learning and vehicle technology For Staff and Students Research participant call-outs We’re looking for drivers aged 18 to 80 to take part in a short PhD research study exploring how people engage with information about advanced vehicle technologies. Eduardo Mendez The Loughborough University logo in the brand colour 'African Violet' on a plain background.
Mature and commuter student experience survey For Students Research participant call-outs An invitation for mature and commuter students to take part in our survey which aims to explore the student experience and key challenges faced by these groups of students. Hilary McDermott The Loughborough University logo in the brand colour 'African Violet' on a plain background.
Participants needed for annual flu vaccine study For Staff Research participant call-outs We are conducting a study in collaboration with the Loughborough University Occupational Health Service to explore how social and lifestyle factors may affect people's immune response to the annual flu vaccine. Stanislava Katsarova-Harrison The Loughborough University logo in the brand colour 'African Violet' on a plain background.
USS Member Webinars - October to December 2025 For Staff General opportunities Find details of the free USS member webinars available until the end of 2025. Charlotte Dyer The Loughborough University logo in the brand colour 'African Violet' on a plain background.
Take part in a short online driving study For Staff and Students Research participant call-outs We’re looking for drivers aged 18 to 80 to take part in a short PhD research study (online). You’ll watch a short video, complete a simulated driving task, and answer a few questions. Eduardo Mendez The Loughborough University logo in the brand colour 'African Violet' on a plain background.
Burleigh Springs: October Offer - Indian Head Massage For Staff Health and wellbeing Burleigh Springs is Loughborough's premier Leisure Club and Spa facility and is located within Burleigh Court. Charlotte Dyer The Loughborough University logo in the brand colour 'African Violet' on a plain background.
Participants Needed For An Online Survey Study For Staff and Students Research participant call-outs This online survey study aims to assess the level of awareness among the UK general population regarding digital practices and environmental sustainability. K-Tricia Isaacs The Loughborough University logo in the brand colour 'African Violet' on a plain background.
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