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September 2022 news

  • Three students walking on campus. There is a building, a road and trees.

    Record number of Opportunity Scholarships awarded for new academic year

    As the new academic year gets underway at the University, our biggest-ever cohort of 54 Opportunity Scholars begin their studies with us, supported by philanthropic donations.

    29 September 2022
  • A picture of Jameel Shariff

    Alumnus wins Future Presenter Award at Edinburgh TV Festival

    Jameel Shariff has been recognised at the New Voice Awards 2022 as part of the Edinburgh TV Festival.

    23 September 2022
  • Orbit the robot, an interactive robot that aims to teach children with autism spectrum disorders (ASD) about emotions and social appropriateness through storytelling, physical interaction, and visual communication. Pictured is Orbit being pressed by a hand, the face changes from an animated face to a picture of a rocket.

    Meet Orbit, the interactive robot that looks to help children with autism spectrum disorders develop social skills

    “Hey there. Allow me to introduce you to your new companion, Orbit, a robot you can play with and listen to. Not only can Orbit hear you, they can feel you too.”

    23 September 2022
  • Leather trousers with bone-like stitched design

    Alumna recognised for creative work in sustainable textile design

    Abbey Hobbs (Textiles, Innovation and Design 2022) has won the Real Leather. Stay Different UK 2022 competition in the People’s Choice Category.

    21 September 2022
  • Beyond the Bubble exhibition artwork over arch

    Beyond the Bubble: Alumnae curate exhibition to share artwork

    Anna Dermitzaki and Francesca Edwards are alumnae whose time at university was impacted by the Covid-19 pandemic. They used the experience as inspiration to expand their creative work outside of Loughborough and have recently curated an exhibition.

    21 September 2022
  • A photo of a person smiling. The British Council logo and text

    Applications now open for the British Council Study UK Alumni Awards

    The British Council Study UK Alumni Awards are now open for applications for 2022-23.

    1 September 2022

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