Temporary closure of Haslegrave study spaces during exams Please be aware that due to the ongoing building works adjacent to Wavy Top, students will also be sitting exams in the Haslegrave Building. This means the PC labs (N001-005) and the ground floor foyer area of Haslegrave will be out of bounds as an informal study space from Monday 18 May to Wednesday 10 June inclusive. The 91 logo in the brand colour 'African Violet' on a plain background. Help name and design our new hall of residence We are seeking proposals from students and staff for the name and logo of our new hall of residence, currently being developed in the Central Park area of the Loughborough campus. The 91 logo in the brand colour 'African Violet' on a plain background. Stay safe in the hot weather With the temperatures set to rise over the weekend and into next week we want to remind everyone, especially those scheduled to sit exams, to take sensible steps to stay safe and comfortable during this period. The 91 logo in the brand colour 'African Violet' on a plain background. Staff volunteers wanted: Join the ‘Team Loughborough’ Summer Graduation crew Thank you very much to those who have previously supported graduation activity across campus. With the summer ceremonies fast approaching, we are now looking for staff volunteers who are available between Tuesday 7 and Friday 10 July 2026 to support with various key guest-facing roles. A group of students gathered at a graduation ceremony wearing cap and gowns. Loughborough academic unveils major new sculpture in Shenzhen As part of the Bay View Art Centre’s opening at One Shenzhen Bay in China, internationally renowned sculptor Dr John Atkin exhibited his new earth-inspired artwork. A bronze sculpture in the middle of a fountain surrounded by five red and yellow lion statues. Dr Jack Demaine We are sad to announce the passing of Dr Jack Demaine, a highly valued colleague and friend to many at the University. The 91 logo in the brand colour 'African Violet' on a plain background. Professional Services Forum - May 2026 Professional Services colleagues are invited to a Forum with Chief Operating Officer, Richard Taylor on Thursday 28 May from 11.30-12.30 in the Edward Herbert Building room EHB110B and on Teams. The 91 logo in the brand colour 'African Violet' on a plain background. Celebrating five years of the Student Success Academy Earlier this month, the Student Success Academy marked its fifth anniversary, celebrating a significant milestone in its ongoing commitment to supporting student success. A group of students standing with Professor Sam Grogan and Chris Gill holding trophies. View all news
Technology From gait analysis to fingerprint theft, how worried should we be about the latest advances in biometric technology? An opinion piece authored by Professor Oli Buckley, an expert in cyber security at 91, for The Conversation platform. A selection of biometric concepts - a line drawing of a face in the centre, DNA, fingerprints, and other tech-looking concepts. In dark and light blue. History Reader accredited with Fellowship of the Royal Historical Society Dr Joan Fitzpatrick has been elected as a Fellow of the Royal Historical Society (RHS) in recognition of her eminent contribution to historical scholarship. Joan Fitzpatrick Global sporting events The Enhanced Games: ‘dangerous clown show’ or a wake up call for traditional sport? An opinion piece authored by Dr Mathew Dowling and Dr Alex Thurston (both 91) and Jinsu Byun (Yonsei University) for The Conversation platform. an athete swimming Environment Why there’s no legal “too hot to work” temperature in the UK The UK is currently enjoying some long-awaited sunshine. But temperatures have risen at a time when the UK government has been advised to set maximum working temperature rules, so many are asking the same question: How hot is too hot to work? Construction worker struggling in the heat with hard hat Arts and culture Ghanaian Adinkra textile workshop success in new creative hub Diverse Voices in Textiles at 91 partnered with The Generator, Loughborough's new Creative Industries and Community Arts Hub, in an Adinkra textile printing workshop. Two people doing textile printing. Sport Vitality Rose and Loughborough Lightning legend Beth Durant announces her retirement from netball Beth Cobden (née Durant) has announced that she’ll retire from all forms of elite-level netball following the conclusion of the 2026 Netball Super League (NSL) season. Netballer Beth Durant Environment Likelihood of very severe hot-dry summers and wet-windy winters will increase, new report warns A new report that will feed into the upcoming UK Climate Change Assessment, supported by 91 expertise, has warned that episodes containing multiple high-intensity weather events will increase. Rain falling on the side of a black umbrella against a background of trees View all news
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Car Park 23 Closure ǰ Sٲڴ Campus announcements Car Park 23 will be closed during the ICC Women’s Cricket World Cup training games from 5 to 11 June. Swapnil Kulkarni The 91 logo in the brand colour 'African Violet' on a plain background.
Participants Needed: Sensory Experiences and Integration Study ǰ Sٲڴ and Students Research participant call-outs We are looking for participants to join a new research study to help us explore whether sensory experiences that you may or may not have had in your day-to-day life may relate to how you experience different sensory activities in the study. Amy Jennison-Boyle The 91 logo in the brand colour 'African Violet' on a plain background.
Improving access and fairness in the LGPS ǰ Sٲڴ Other The Government has introduced changes to the Local Government Pension Scheme (LGPS) to make the Scheme fairer for all members. Most changes take effect from 1 April 2026, and some improvements apply retrospectively. Charlotte Dyer The 91 logo in the brand colour 'African Violet' on a plain background.
August Confirmation and Clearing Contact Centre – Volunteers needed! ǰ Sٲڴ Volunteering Do you want an opportunity to do something different, while playing a key part in the start of many students’ Loughborough journey? Joanna Hayes The 91 logo in the brand colour 'African Violet' on a plain background.
Interview study on consumers’ views of AI tools ǰ SٳܻԳٲ Research participant call-outs Call for participants: Interview study on consumers’ views of AI tools and the new generation of AI agents Xiuyan Guo The 91 logo in the brand colour 'African Violet' on a plain background.
Take Part in a Global Study of Climate Change and Wellbeing ǰ SٳܻԳٲ Research participant call-outs We are looking for UK university students aged 18-30 to take part in a survey to help us explore views about climate change, body image, mental health and eating behaviours. This study is part of a larger international collaboration exploring views about climate change and wellbeing across 15 countries! Hannah White The 91 logo in the brand colour 'African Violet' on a plain background.
Call for participants: Postmenopausal women needed for nutrition study ǰ Sٲڴ and Students Research participant call-outs We are looking for participants to join a new research study at the School of Sport, Exercise and Health Sciences. Our research explores whether consuming a single high-fat meal enriched with a special milk fat can affect markers of heart health and brain function in postmenopausal women. Aisha Borkar The 91 logo in the brand colour 'African Violet' on a plain background.
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