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Loughborough University opens £5.8m DigiLabs

Loughborough University has opened the doors of its new DigiLabs – a suite of cutting-edge digital learning spaces that will equip students with the skills and experiences needed for the rapidly evolving workplace.

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Loughborough University marks Black History Month

The University is delighted to host an event programme throughout the month of October to mark Black History Month.

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Annual Vice-Chancellor’s Awards shine a light on exceptional colleagues

Nearly 200 colleagues came together to mark the fourth annual Vice-Chancellor’s Awards, one of the most prestigious events in the University calendar.

Information about parking for the Undergraduate Open Days 2025 On Friday 19 and Saturday 20 September, the University will be hosting our next set of Undergraduate Open Days. The Loughborough University logo in the brand colour 'African Violet' on a plain background. Sustainably Smart Talks: From PhD research to global conversations Loughborough Doctoral Researcher, Aobakwe John Makgarapa, is building global impact through his podcast and YouTube series, ‘Sustainably Smart Talks’. The Loughborough University logo in the brand colour 'African Violet' on a plain background. Community University to launch a new community newsletter The University is launching a new community e-newsletter, to share important dates, information and stories from the campus with local residents. The entrance to the campus with green trees and signage saying 'Welcome to Loughborough University' Flags around Loughborough Over the last few days, Union Flags and St George’s Flags have appeared around Loughborough. Overnight, a number have appeared along Epinal Way, including adjacent to the entrance. All the flags are on the highway and not University land. Therefore, they fall under the responsibility of the Local Authority. The Loughborough University logo in the brand colour 'African Violet' on a plain background. Car park closures during Arrival Week Please note that new students will be arriving for the new academic year from Monday 22 to Wednesday 24 September. To assist with their arrival into halls, the following car parks will be closed on the following days. The Loughborough University logo in the brand colour 'African Violet' on a plain background. Annual Vice-Chancellor’s Awards shine a light on exceptional colleagues from across the University Nearly 200 colleagues came together earlier this week to mark the fourth annual Vice-Chancellor’s Awards, one of the most prestigious events in the University calendar. The Loughborough University logo in the brand colour 'African Violet' on a plain background. Become a Loughborough student ambassador Marketing and Advancement are now recruiting new student ambassadors to represent Loughborough University. A poster titled 'Become a Student Ambassador' with an image of three ambassadors wearing purple t-shirts, smiling and reading a prospectus. Changes to campus car parking at Loughborough University From 6 October 2025, we will be implementing several changes to car parking. An aerial view of Loughborough Business School with a pretty red sunset. View all news
Sport Loughborough University and Speedo agree landmark partnership to elevate swimming excellence Loughborough University is proud to announce a major new partnership with global swimwear brand, Speedo. people stood for a posed shot to announce loughborough's partnership with speedo Hydrogen Loughborough University’s battery-electrolyser wins Outstanding International Impact at 2025 Hydrogen Awards Loughborough University’s innovative battery-electrolyser technology has been awarded Outstanding International Impact at the 2025 Hydrogen Awards, held during the Building a Hydrogen Economy conference at Aston University on Tuesday 16 October. Dr Lizzie Ashton, Senior Research Associate from the Battery-Electrolyser Team, collects the Outstanding International Impact for Hydrogen Award from Professor Kevin Kendal at the Hydrogen Awards Global sporting events Loughborough athletes set for World Para Athletics Championships A host of Loughborough-linked athletes are set to compete for podium places at the upcoming 2025 World Para Athletics Championships in New Delhi, India. sophie hahn running a race Environment New Nature publication warns climate inequity in natural flood management solutions Competitive funding schemes designed to support nature-based solutions (NbS) for flood management may be unintentionally deepening inequalities – with deprived communities at greater flood risk missing out on crucial protection. An aerial shot of a flooded village. Water is raised covering roads, fields and hedges. Global sporting events 'This silver is a gold for me and I am so relieved': Alumnus Wightman wins silver at World Championships Loughborough University alumnus Jake Wightman secured Great Britain’s first medal at the 2025 World Championships with an incredible silver medal performance in the Men’s 1500m in Tokyo. jake wightman with his silver medal Technology Loughborough University opens £5.8m DigiLabs – transforming learning with AI, holograms, VR, and robotics Loughborough University has opened the doors of its new DigiLabs – a suite of cutting-edge digital learning spaces that will equip students with the skills and experiences needed for the rapidly evolving workplace. Artificial intelligence Loughborough University Spinout TransHumanity secures £400k for the first agentic AI platform for transport data TransHumanity Ltd., a spinout from Loughborough University, has secured approximately £400,000 in pre-seed investment. The round was led by SFC Capital, the UK's most active seed-stage investor, with additional investment from Silicon Valley-based Plug and Play. View all news
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Extra Curricular language courses: Learn Japanese For Staff and Students Campus announcements Embark on a new linguistic journey with a 20-week Japanese extra-curricular course, open to anyone aged 18 and over. Helen Lee The Loughborough University logo in the brand colour 'African Violet' on a plain background.
Intelligent Energy Charitable Trust Applications Open For Staff and Students General opportunities Do you know of a charity or voluntary organisation in the local Charnwood area that is looking for funding? Emily Foster The Loughborough University logo in the brand colour 'African Violet' on a plain background.
Religion, Spirituality and Belief Staff Network For Staff General opportunities On 22 September, the Religion, Spirituality and Belief network is opening nominations for a new Chair. Angela Tarry The Loughborough University logo in the brand colour 'African Violet' on a plain background.
Burleigh Springs - September Offer For Staff Health and wellbeing Throughout September, Loughborough University staff can purchase a 60 minute Dermalogica facial for just £40. (This would normally cost £55 for a non-member). Charlotte Dyer The Loughborough University logo in the brand colour 'African Violet' on a plain background.
LOROS Charity Quiz Night For Staff and Students General opportunities Mark Whitworth (IT Services) is running his next twice-yearly charity quiz for LOROS on Friday 21 November, at the LOROS Development Centre in Glenfield. Mark Whitworth The Loughborough University logo in the brand colour 'African Violet' on a plain background.
Join the University and College Union (UCU) For Staff Other Information for staff interested in joining the UCU, University and College Union. Lboro UCU The Loughborough University logo in the brand colour 'African Violet' on a plain background.
The Advance Programme For Staff Staff Development Organisational Development are delighted to announce further cohort dates for our development programme, specifically aimed at members of our administrative job family. Zoe Reynolds The Loughborough University logo in the brand colour 'African Violet' on a plain background.
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Add an event UCU CPD workshop: Allyship and Solidarity For Staff and students Online via Zoom The Loughborough University logo in the brand colour 'African Violet' on a plain background. Equality Impact Assessment (EIA) Clinic For Staff Equity, Diversity and Inclusion Online The Loughborough University logo in the brand colour 'African Violet' on a plain background. Glowfest 2025 For Students Sport Sir David Wallace Sports Hall Student at a UV event. IAS Seminar: Visual Storytelling for Reproductive Justice: Learning from Feminist Struggles For Staff and students Hybrid - International House & Zoom Webinar The Loughborough University logo in the brand colour 'African Violet' on a plain background. IAS Seminar: Visual Storytelling for Reproductive Justice: Learning from Feminist Struggles For Staff and students Hybrid - International House & Zoom Webinar Tackling the Gap: Medical Equity and the Women’s Game For Staff and students Lectures NCSEM 1.33 and Online Female rugby players engaging in a rugby scrum on a pitch. Sports Bazaar 2025 For Students Sport Sir David Wallace Sports Hall
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