Loughborough University Alumni Association

24/10/2026

When organisations think about cyber attacks, they often picture stolen data, ransomware demands and disrupted IT systems. But what happens when attackers target operational technology: the physical systems that keep businesses and services running?

Cyber security expert, Dr Asma Adnane, discusses the significant blind spot in many organisations' cyber security strategies and raises important questions about risk management, accountability and resilience. 👇

When organisations think about cyber attacks, they often picture stolen data, ransomware demands and disrupted IT systems. But what happens when attackers target operational technology: the physical systems that keep businesses and services running?

23/10/2026

The next in the Inaugural Lecture Series at Loughborough takes place next week on the topics:

Why Is Our Politics So “Disgusting”?

and

The listening brain: Why leadership begins when employees speak and organisations learn to HEAR

Find out more:

Inaugural Lectures have been an essential feature of university life for centuries.Loughborough University continues to value the tradition, encouraging new Professors to deliver them, and all staff and students to attend.Inaugural Lectures are a public event and open to everyone - you do not have t...

22/10/2026

Then vs now!

A group of PE and English and Drama alumni who met one another in 1972 get together regularly.

It's great to see their photo (and the fashions!) from the 70s alongside their reunion photo, taken recently. 💜

📸 Paul Sorensen

21/10/2026

Did you know that you have the power to shape a student's future?

On Giving Day, 17 November 2026, your support could help change a Loughborough student's life. 💜

You can get involved by:
Donating
Sharing with your networks
Wearing purple on Giving Day!
And engaging with our stories 🥰

Your support on Giving Day could ensure no student is left behind.
Thank you 🙌
Find out more: https://bit.ly/4BjvVkS
One day, one gift, one Loughborough.

20/10/2026

Vice-Chancellor Professor Nick Jennings has been awarded the prestigious Faraday Medal by the Institution of Engineering and Technology (IET) in recognition of his pioneering contributions to artificial intelligence. 👏

The Faraday Medal, one of the IET's most distinguished awards, recognises Professor Jennings' role as a founder of the field of agentic AI and multi-agent systems, helping to define its fundamental concepts and develop some of its earliest real-world applications.

Professor Nick Jennings, Vice-Chancellor and President of Loughborough University, has been awarded the prestigious Faraday Medal by the Institution of Engineering and Technology (IET) in recognition of his pioneering contributions to artificial intelligence.

18/10/2026

Loughborough has joined a growing coalition calling for faster progress on devolution across Leicester, Leicestershire and Rutland (LLR), highlighting the opportunity to boost research, innovation and economic growth across the region.

The University has added its support to Devolution Leicestershire, a cross-sector campaign advocating for the swift implementation of a mayoral strategic authority in Leicester, Leicestershire and Rutland, alongside interim funding measures.

Find out more:

Loughborough University has joined a growing coalition calling for faster progress on devolution across Leicester, Leicestershire and Rutland (LLR), highlighting the opportunity to boost research, innovation and economic growth across the region.

17/10/2026

Applications are still open for Loughborough's Global Alumni Ambassador Programme!

Have you thought about representing Loughborough in your region and helping to bring our global alumni community together?

As a Global Alumni Ambassador, you'll play a key role in connecting alumni, supporting University initiatives, sharing your experiences, and creating opportunities for fellow graduates to stay engaged with the Loughborough family.

We're currently recruiting ambassadors in:

📍 Mainland China (Shanghai and the Greater Bay Area)
📍 India (Delhi and Mumbai)
📍 Malaysia (Kuala Lumpur)
📍 Nigeria (Abuja)
📍 Singapore
📍 USA (New York and Houston)

- Expand your network
- Support fellow alumni
- Make a difference in your local alumni community

Applications close at 5pm (UK time) on 2 November 2026, so don't miss your chance to get involved.

🔗 Apply now: https://www.lboro.ac.uk/alumni/networks/global-alumni-ambassador-applications/

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16/10/2026

🌍 Loughborough alumni in Dubai, we’d love to see you there!

Join fellow alums on 6 November for a casual alumni meetup over drinks. It's the perfect chance to reconnect with fellow graduates, make new connections, and enjoy an evening with the Loughborough community in Dubai.

Whether you're new to the city or have called Dubai home for years, we'd love to welcome you.

Find out more about our upcoming events and book your place via our website: https://www.lboro.ac.uk/alumni/events/

15/10/2026

Who remembers Thor?

The university mascot made its way around campus and beyond, was passed between halls, and was loved in the student community.

If you have a photo or memory of Thor, let us know in the comments or email images to [email protected].

📸 David Willacy, 1958

13/10/2026

A mental health charity founded by former Arsenal and England captain Tony Adams is joining forces with Loughborough University to launch a new research hub aimed at improving the mental health and wellbeing of professional sportspeople.

A mental health charity founded by former Arsenal and England captain Tony Adams is joining forces with Loughborough University to launch a new research hub aimed at improving the mental health and wellbeing of professional sportspeople.