Important information: Fireworks Extravaganza – 1 November On the evening of Saturday 1 November 2025, Loughborough Students’ Union will be holding their annual Fireworks Extravaganza event on the University campus. Graphic of colourful fireworks in the sky surrounding the title 'Fireworks Extravaganza'. Your invite to the next 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. Grey background with purple iconography included of people, speech bubbles and a lightbulb alongside text reading 'General Assembly, 26 November, 2pm-3pm'. Staff volunteers wanted: Join the ‘Team Loughborough’ Winter Graduation crew Thank you very much to those who have previously supported graduation activity across campus. With the winter ceremonies fast approaching, we are now looking for staff volunteers who are available on Thursday 11 and Friday 12 December to support with various key guest-facing roles. A group of students gathered at a graduation ceremony wearing cap and gowns. Loughborough University gets ready for Para and Disability Sport Takeover Week The University is looking forward to welcoming staff and students to a week-long programme of activities raising awareness of Para Sport and Disability Sport. Promotional graphic for 'Para & Disability Sport Takeover Week'. The background is purple with bold white and pink text reading 'Para & Disability Sport Takeover Week' and event dates 'Mon 3 – Sun 9 Nov ’25' in a pink banner. The right side features colorful illustrations of athletes with disabilities. Policy Awareness and Action: Transparency of Personal Relationships at Work The Transparency of Personal Relationships at Work Policy is effective now. This policy is part of our ongoing commitment to fostering a fair, respectful, and inclusive working environment for everyone. The Loughborough University logo in the brand colour 'African Violet' on a plain background. Support for our University community: Hurricane Melissa Hurricane Melissa is a category 5 hurricane, which is expected to make landfall in Jamaica today. The Loughborough University logo in the brand colour 'African Violet' on a plain background. New online course to help students plan their career journey The concept of career planning can feel daunting, and knowing where to start isn’t always easy. Perhaps you have no idea of what you want to do after graduating, and it all feels a bit overwhelming. Maybe you have ideas but need help narrowing these down and taking your first steps. Purple background with the Careers Network logo alongside pink text reading 'Plan your career journey'. Changes to the way users are notified when a Microsoft Team or Group no longer has an assigned owner From 4 November, members of any Microsoft Team or Group that no longer has an assigned ‘Owner’ will begin receiving a new style of notification, sent from the designated email address IT.Services-NoReply-Cloud@lboro.ac.uk , with a display name of ‘IT.Services-NoReply’. The Loughborough University logo in the brand colour 'African Violet' on a plain background. View all news
Global sporting events Loughborough athletes deliver global cycling medals Loughborough-linked athletes returned to UK soil with a host of medals after recent stunning performances at global competitions in South America. two athletes on a podium with medals Environment New research highlights how sediment ponds help farmers protect land and boost biodiversity A research project in Cumbria is shedding light on how simple on-farm features like sediment ponds can help farmers manage runoff, protect valuable soil, and support vital biodiversity – all while contributing to national efforts to improve water quality. An aerial shot of dual sediment ponds - two small ponds next to each other University Transformative free data platform set to power up the Midlands innovation ecosystem The Midlands has taken a major leap forward in unlocking its innovation potential with the launch of the Midlands Ecosystem Platform—a free, open-access digital gateway to the region’s £31bn innovation economy. A woman is holding a light bulb with images around it signifying education and new ideas. Environment Major decarbonisation work underway at Loughborough’s ‘Pool of Dreams’ Loughborough University has launched a major decarbonisation project to transition its world-renowned swimming pool away from fossil fuels, replacing its gas-fired boiler plant with modern air-source heat pumps (ASHPs). Loughborough Uni swimming pool War and security Loughborough expert warns UK military must prepare for the possibility of “low-carbon warfare” A small ‘vanguard’ group inside the Ministry of Defence (MoD) has been trying to develop a new vision of ‘low-carbon warfare’ in response to emerging climate and energy transition risks, according to new research. Building and rubble smoke in the distance as a tank stands aimed at them Global sporting events Lightning and England legend Emily Scarratt to retire from rugby Loughborough Lightning and Red Roses legend Emily Scarratt has decided to hang up her boots after 18 seasons on the field, announcing her retirement from rugby with immediate effect. a close up of emily scarrett Community Leicestershire’s universities invite local residents with life and skills experiences to apply for community-focused research projects Innovative local thinkers are being invited to apply for paid, full-time research projects tackling key issues like fuel poverty, retrofitting homes, health inequalities and flooding. The logo for the Collaboratory partnership, featuring two interlocked circles View all news
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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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