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Current Students and Staff

13 February 2025

Next series of Leadership Learning Sprints: Book your place now

Following the success of the latest series of Leadership Learning Sprints, we are excited to announce the next series of sprints which are focused on the theme of Perspectives.

12 February 2025

Next steps in the strategic development of Â鶹ֱ²¥ University Science and Enterprise Park

This evening (12 February 2025) the University will host a public consultation on the next major phase of the strategic development of Â鶹ֱ²¥ University Science and Enterprise Park (LUSEP), which is sited at the west end of the East Midlands campus.

11 February 2025

Radar presents ‘Deep Recovery’: A sound work by Libita Sibungu

Until 10 March, artist Libita Sibungu’s work ‘Deep Recovery’ will be available to view at Pilkington Library. Students, staff and members of the public are invited to experience the work between 9am and 5pm, weekdays only.

11 February 2025

How to feel safe while using social media rather than quitting outright – new study explains

Researchers have identified a growing social media phenomenon known as digital cocooning – a way to feel safe online by only surrounding yourself with close friends.

11 February 2025

Â鶹ֱ²¥ Sport marks Student Volunteering Week

This Student Volunteering Week (10-16 February) we're shining a spotlight on the incredible students who keep Â鶹ֱ²¥ Sport thriving.

11 February 2025

Â鶹ֱ²¥ Enterprise Network: Women in Enterprise conference 8 March 2025

The Women in Enterprise Conference is being held on Saturday 8 March to celebrate innovation, resilience, and the transformative power of female leadership.

11 February 2025

Â鶹ֱ²¥ input recognises role of universities in transforming creative industries

A Â鶹ֱ²¥ University academic has co-authored a report highlighting the important role universities can play in transforming the future of creative industries nationally.

10 February 2025

Exciting news: Launch of our new Â鶹ֱ²¥ Leadership Blog

We are thrilled to announce the launch of our new Leadership Blog, a key initiative in our ongoing commitment to enhancing leadership capabilities across our University.

6 February 2025

Your invite to the next General Assembly – March 2025

On Wednesday 5 March, all staff are invited to attend the second Termly General Assembly of the 2024/25 academic year.

6 February 2025

Graduate Management Trainee Scheme: Applications now open

Â鶹ֱ²¥ University is excited to offer a paid three-year graduate scheme for Â鶹ֱ²¥ graduates who have graduated in the last two years (since 2023) and finalists who are due to graduate this year, or existing employees of the University who meet the criteria.

6 February 2025

Reminder: Applications for the 2025 Teaching Best Practice Awards and Teaching Innovation Awards are open

The deadline for submissions for our Teaching Awards is 5pm, 5 March 2025.

6 February 2025

Tools that talk: Choosing the right communication tech for handling personal data

When communicating it’s vital that messages are passed on via appropriate means, and that personal or sensitive data is shared securely.

4 February 2025

Speech Bubble: Performance poetry featuring Bridie Squires

LU Arts in collaboration with the Creative Writing Society at LSU, is running its popular performance poetry event this month. The evening will feature student and staff performers in an open mic slot, finishing with a headline performance by Bridie Squires. Speech Bubble will be held on Monday 10 February from 7.30pm in The Lounge, LSU.

4 February 2025

Two Â鶹ֱ²¥ graduate entrepreneurs named as Innovate UK’s Women in Innovation

Two Design School graduates have been named as winners of Innovate UK’s Women in Innovation Awards for 2025.

4 February 2025

How to argue without falling out – an expert guide

To disagree is an inescapable part of being human. We simply are not all the same. But whereas a small disagreement may remain amiable, particularly over text or online where we can edit our responses, a face-to-face row over a sensitive topic can develop into a more antagonistic form of argument.

3 February 2025

Â鶹ֱ²¥ University and Equality Action to host upcoming public lecture with Baroness Ruth Lister

Â鶹ֱ²¥ University is delighted to be working in partnership with local charity Equality Action to welcome Baroness Ruth Lister as its keynote speaker for an upcoming public lecture.

3 February 2025

Applications are now open for the University’s Community Donations Fund

Â鶹ֱ²¥ University is providing an opportunity for community groups and organisations local to the East Midlands and London campuses to receive support for their projects.

3 February 2025

Â鶹ֱ²¥ University researchers are leading the way in enhancing ethnic diversity and inclusion in sport senior leadership

Dr Steven Bradbury and colleagues from Â鶹ֱ²¥ University’s School of Sport, Exercise and Health Sciences have collaborated with 18 Â鶹ֱ²¥-based sports bodies to conduct an innovative research project examining ethnic diversity and inclusion in sports leadership.

3 February 2025

Finalists: Have your say and take part in the National Student Survey

The National Student Survey (NSS) offers final year undergraduates the chance to give feedback on their time at Â鶹ֱ²¥.

3 February 2025

Parents’ maths anxiety linked to lower numeracy skills in children, study finds

New research findings reveal that parents’ anxiety about mathematics can have a negative impact on their children’s early numeracy skills, influencing their performance in the subject as they progress through school.

Limited Parking Near Tennis, Badminton & Netball Centre 18 Feb

Please note that there will be limited parking all day on Tuesday 18 February outside the Netball, Badminton and Tennis Centres, off Towers Way. This is due to the Spring Careers Fair taking place and parking for exhibitors being required. Apologies for any inconvenience.

Posted by Chris Cole on Wednesday, 12 Feb 2025 at 15:37

Imago Venues Charity Bake Sale - Friday 13th February 2025

Supporting Rainbows Hospice for Children and Young People

Posted by Sean Perkins on Wednesday, 12 Feb 2025 at 15:31

We are inviting first year students to take part in our study exploring help-see

This is an opportunity to share your experiences and to gain research participation experience

Posted by Elizabeth Archer on Friday, 7 Feb 2025 at 16:26

Call for Â鶹ֱ²¥ Residents for a Study on Urban Heritage

We are seeking participants to take part in a short survey about community's perception of urban heritage in Â鶹ֱ²¥. The purpose of this study is to explore how different community members understand and value heritage in Â鶹ֱ²¥ and their neighbourhoods by focusing on what heritage means to them and how their experiences shape these views.

Posted by Pegah Aftabi on Friday, 7 Feb 2025 at 16:22

Spring Careers Fair 2025

Employers will be exhibiting their employment opportunities in all sectors, and the Careers Fair is open to students from all disciplines and year groups.

Posted by Emma Dodd on Monday, 3 Feb 2025 at 11:41

Research into body composition, activity, sleep data - call for participants

Would you like to learn more about your body composition, cardiometabolic profile, immune system, and your physical activity and sleep data?

Posted by Mayada Demashkieh on Saturday, 1 Feb 2025 at 8:00

Part A Peer Mentoring - Get Ahead Together

Available to all foundation and first year students. The Student Success Academy, building on the success of Semester 1, is excited to present Get Ahead Together, a peer mentoring program with six new sessions for Semester 2. Students can Sign Up on Target Connect.

Posted by Rebecca Kenne on Thursday, 23 Jan 2025 at 9:00

Research into Study exchange - call for participants

Exploring the Support Needs of Students Returning from an International Study Exchange

Posted by Sophie Miles on Saturday, 18 Jan 2025 at 11:27

Year of the Snake 2025 - Wednesday 29th January 2025 at Mr Chan's Restaurant

Race, Ethnicity and Cultural Heritage (REACH) Staff Network Group, we warmly invite staff, students, family and friends, and members of the wider community to help us celebrate The Year of the Snake 2025 at Mr Chan’s Restaurant in Â鶹ֱ²¥ Town Centre.

Posted by Alan Walsh on Friday, 17 Jan 2025 at 8:00

Rock of Ages is coming to Â鶹ֱ²¥ Town Hall, 4th - 8th March 2025

LAOS Productions are bringing this previously sold out musical back to Â鶹ֱ²¥ Town Hall, and they are ready to rock!

Posted by Joanna Hayes on Tuesday, 14 Jan 2025 at 14:11

At What Cost? The Impact of the Voluntary Exit/Contract Reduction Scheme

Across the University, there has been a substantial uptake of the Voluntary Exit Scheme as part of the Cost Reduction Scheme. Following the success of this scheme, Â鶹ֱ²¥ UCU are concerned about the impact on those left behind and are hosting an open meeting on Friday, February 28 from 2:00 PM to 2:50 PM on Teams to discuss the impact on workload for remaining Â鶹ֱ²¥ staff and doctoral researchers. All Â鶹ֱ²¥ staff and DRs are invited, whether you are a UCU member or not.

Posted by Lboro UCU on Thursday, 13 Feb 2025 at 16:23

Limited Parking Near Tennis, Badminton & Netball Centre 18 Feb

Please note that there will be limited parking all day on Tuesday 18 February outside the Netball, Badminton and Tennis Centres, off Towers Way. This is due to the Spring Careers Fair taking place and parking for exhibitors being required. Apologies for any inconvenience.

Posted by Chris Cole on Wednesday, 12 Feb 2025 at 15:37

Imago Venues Charity Bake Sale - Friday 13th February 2025

Supporting Rainbows Hospice for Children and Young People

Posted by Sean Perkins on Wednesday, 12 Feb 2025 at 15:31

Call for Â鶹ֱ²¥ Residents for a Study on Urban Heritage

We are seeking participants to take part in a short survey about community's perception of urban heritage in Â鶹ֱ²¥. The purpose of this study is to explore how different community members understand and value heritage in Â鶹ֱ²¥ and their neighbourhoods by focusing on what heritage means to them and how their experiences shape these views.

Posted by Pegah Aftabi on Friday, 7 Feb 2025 at 16:22

Launch of ClarityGo – Our New Travel Booking Platform!

Clarity, our business travel provider have released a new online booking tool called ClarityGO.

Posted by Hussain Dakri on Thursday, 6 Feb 2025 at 11:41

Spring Careers Fair 2025

Employers will be exhibiting their employment opportunities in all sectors, and the Careers Fair is open to students from all disciplines and year groups.

Posted by Emma Dodd on Monday, 3 Feb 2025 at 11:41

Research into body composition, activity, sleep data - call for participants

Would you like to learn more about your body composition, cardiometabolic profile, immune system, and your physical activity and sleep data?

Posted by Mayada Demashkieh on Saturday, 1 Feb 2025 at 8:00

Part A Peer Mentoring - Get Ahead Together

Available to all foundation and first year students. The Student Success Academy, building on the success of Semester 1, is excited to present Get Ahead Together, a peer mentoring program with six new sessions for Semester 2. Students can Sign Up on Target Connect.

Posted by Rebecca Kenne on Thursday, 23 Jan 2025 at 9:00

Year of the Snake 2025 - Wednesday 29th January 2025 at Mr Chan's Restaurant

Race, Ethnicity and Cultural Heritage (REACH) Staff Network Group, we warmly invite staff, students, family and friends, and members of the wider community to help us celebrate The Year of the Snake 2025 at Mr Chan’s Restaurant in Â鶹ֱ²¥ Town Centre.

Posted by Alan Walsh on Friday, 17 Jan 2025 at 8:00

Rock of Ages is coming to Â鶹ֱ²¥ Town Hall, 4th - 8th March 2025

LAOS Productions are bringing this previously sold out musical back to Â鶹ֱ²¥ Town Hall, and they are ready to rock!

Posted by Joanna Hayes on Tuesday, 14 Jan 2025 at 14:11