Navigating your new internal homepage
It’s been just over a month since we launched our new internal homepage, and we wanted to share some helpful tips and best practices to help navigate the new site.
Environment
HEATWAVE: One-in-five homes not equipped to handle hot weather, say experts (VIDEO)
With heatwaves becoming more frequent and intense, researchers at Loughborough University are warning that many UK homes are no longer fit for rising temperatures – and overheating is putting health and wellbeing at risk.
Loughborough Architecture students showcase innovation in Venice and Japan
A group of Loughborough University students from the School of Architecture, Building and Civil Engineering, recently embarked on an international journey, showcasing their creativity through two major experiences: exhibiting at the prestigious European Cultural Centre (ECC) in Venice and participating in a collaborative design workshop in Japan.
Changes to automatic email forwarding – effective from 19 August
IT Services is updating the way the University prevents automatic email forwarding to external addresses, using a new and improved Microsoft feature.
Loughborough University awarded Green Flag Award for eighth consecutive year
Loughborough’s East Midlands campus has been named a 2025 UK Green Flag Award recipient, celebrating its eighth year achieving this Award.
Marketing and Advancement colleagues launch ‘Athena Island’ – a new resource to inspire secondary school children to follow careers tackling global challenges
A collaborative effort from teams across Marketing and Advancement has resulted in the creation of ‘Athena Island’ – an innovative website designed for secondary school pupils to explore exciting career paths and interesting university courses that can help build a better future for the world.
Freedom of Expression at Loughborough
On 1 August, the Higher Education (Freedom of Speech) Act 2023 will come into force, placing new duties on universities in England and Wales in relation to the right to free expression for their staff and students.
University’s Three Minute Thesis (3MT®) competition winner announced
The University’s 2025 Three Minute Thesis (3MT®) Grand Final - a highlight of this year’s Summer Showcase for Doctoral Researchers-brought together nine outstanding finalists for a thrilling celebration of research, creativity, and the art of communication.
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Global sporting events
Loughborough-linked athletes set for Women's Rugby World Cup 2025
Loughborough University will be well represented at the upcoming Women's Rugby World Cup 2025 as players, coaches, and practitioners have all been confirmed in squads for the tournament.
University
Inspiring Loughborough graduate finds belonging at university through volunteering
Daisy Newton, a recent Industrial Design graduate from Loughborough University, is a shining example of someone who has made the most out of her time at university, with her experiences not only shaping her own personal development but leaving a lasting impact on the University and its wider community.
Environment
HEATWAVE: One-in-five homes not equipped to handle hot weather, say experts (VIDEO)
With heatwaves becoming more frequent and intense, researchers at Loughborough University are warning that many UK homes are no longer fit for rising temperatures – and overheating is putting health and wellbeing at risk.
University
Loughborough University welcomes sector’s hospitality teams to campus as the hosts of the 2025 TUCO Summer Conference
This year, Loughborough University proudly hosted the University Caterers Organisation (TUCO) Summer Conference.
Sport
Loughborough Sport partners with Built For Athletes
Loughborough Sport is thrilled to welcome Built For Athletes as its Official Backpack Supplier, bringing together one of the UK’s leading institutions for sport and education and performance-driven design.
Arts and culture
Fruit Routes presents a weekend of forest gardening
Come along for a hands-on weekend workshop exploring the art and science of forest gardening, an inspiring way to grow food that works in harmony with nature.
University
University-led programme helps young people build confidence and social skills
Young people from the local region say they have grown in confidence and social skills after taking part in a Loughborough University programme.
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Welcome to your noticeboard
This is a space for staff and students to self-submit informal University information and opportunities. You can use this noticeboard to share:
- Call-outs for research participants
- Voluntary roles and positions
- Changes to your service or department, e.g. a change in opening hours
- Temporary car parking changes
The noticeboard is not for:
- Duplicating content posted on the news channel
- To promote events open to our University community (this should be self-submitted under the dedicated ‘Events’ tab instead).
Call For Online Survey Participants
For Staff and Students
Research participant call-outs
Participate in a short online survey focused on understanding public awareness of the environmental impact of everyday digital activities, such as streaming, online storage, and email use.
K-Tricia Isaacs

Rugby Players Needed for Dissertation Study
For Staff and Students
Looking for male rugby players (18–30) to take part in a one-time study on how resistance training affects the heart. Includes a free heart ultrasound and body composition feedback.
Tara Naylor

Remote or hybrid worker? Join our interview study
For Staff
Research participant call-outs
Participate in an interview (lasting approximately 40 mins to 1 hour) focused on understanding how remote and hybrid work impacts lifestyle behaviours, particularly sedentary behaviour and diet.
Karesna Mehta

Burleigh Springs - August Offer
For Staff
Throughout August, Loughborough University staff can purchase gel polish for fingers and toes for just £30.
Charlotte Dyer

Remote or hybrid worker? Join our interview study
For Staff and Students
Research participant call-outs
Participate in a one-hour interview aimed at exploring lifestyle behaviours in hybrid and remote working environments.
Karesna Mehta

Female Participants Needed for MSc Echocardiography study
For Staff and Students
Research participant call-outs
Recruiting females between the ages of 18-29 to undergo a 20 minute echocardiogram at Loughborough University NCSEM.
Emily Odwell

Volunteers needed for Heart Ultrasound
For Staff and Students
Volunteering
Would you be interested in getting an ultrasound on your heart?
Rafai Corbin
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Add an event
Post-Graduate Wellbeing Walk to Burleigh Woods
For Students
Wellbeing
Burleigh Wood
UCU CPD workshop: Menopause is a workplace issue
For Staff and students
Online via Zoom

IAS Seminar: Understanding Decision-Making and Impacts through Post-Disaster Housing Assistance
For Staff and students
Hybrid - International House & Zoom Webinar

IAS Seminar: Understanding Decision-Making and Impacts through Post-Disaster Housing Assistance
For Staff and students
Hybrid - International House & Zoom Webinar

Let’s Talk People and Culture
For Staff
Other
Rutland Building, Room 1.01

IAS Seminar: Drawing the Unseen: Graphic Reportage of Silencing during the Arab Spring
For Staff and students
Hybrid - International House and Zoom Webinar

IAS Seminar: Drawing the Unseen: Graphic Reportage of Silencing during the Arab Spring
For Staff and students
Hybrid - International House and Zoom Webinar
