2024 news
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An update from the President of the Alumni Association
Dr Luke Langbein-Stott, President of the Alumni Association, shares a new year update.
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Charity founded by alumnus supports members of the Loughborough community affected by grief
After sadly losing his mum within his first few weeks of university, Dave Jacob-Lloyd founded a grief charity with the aim of helping bereaved students.
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Jim McKeever’s memoir and tribute published in new book
Only The Sky Above Me is a new memoir and tribute to alumnus Jim McKeever – one of the greatest Gaelic footballers of all time.
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2024: Another amazing year for our alumni
This year has been marked by many successes from our alumni community around the world. Here is our review of the year for 2024.
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Alumna publishes debut novel capturing the experiences of African women during World War II
Loughborough alumna Foluso Agbaje has written a novel exploring themes of women’s empowerment and revolution.
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Alumnus makes international rugby league debut for Hong Kong
After graduating from Loughborough University in 2018, Callum Man pursued rugby as a career.
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Loughborough alumni married years after meeting on their first day of university
Tom Jacques and Sophie Batten, who studied at Loughborough University between 2015 and 2019, were recently married surrounded by family and friends.
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Inspirational figures celebrated alongside Loughborough’s winter graduates
This week, the University proudly celebrated students who have graduated following years of hard work and dedication to their studies.
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Congratulations to the winter class of 2024!
As we celebrate #LboroGrad this week in Loughborough, we congratulate many new graduates, and we warmly welcome you to the Alumni Association. Here we share a brief insight into how we will keep in touch with you, and the support you can access from the University during the next few years.
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Loughborough alumnus publishes book recounting experiences across a range of industries and locations
Loughborough University alumnus Edgar Fentum has written a book detailing several relocations and career changes throughout his life, sharing learnings from his experience of living in many countries and working in a range of industries.
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Alumna receives Outstanding Industry Contribution Award at Inaugural Manufacturing Solutions Show
Sarah Black-Smith has been honoured with the Outstanding Industry Contribution Award at The Manufacturing Solutions Show Awards. The awards recognise and celebrate achievements in the manufacturing sector.
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Alumni reconnect at gatherings in Mainland China, Hong Kong SAR and the USA
Alumni reunited and celebrated their shared experiences at recent events held in Beijing, Houston, Hong Kong, and Shanghai.
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Become a Global Alumni Ambassador: applications now open
Are you interested in representing alumni in your region? Would you like to connect better with the University? Our Global Alumni Ambassador role can help you do just that.
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Alumna has launched a business which focuses on sharing the stories of CEO women
Emily Milsom is the Founder of CEO Stories Media, a publishing and media agency. It offers support to women who are CEOs to help them craft and share their stories.
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Alumnus completes Annapurna Base Camp hike for charity
Marcus Rhodes (Economics and Social History 1982) has completed the Annapurna Base Camp hike for the Spinal Injuries Association (SIA), a charity in the UK.
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Kravchenko elected chair of IPC Athletes' Council
The International Paralympic Committee (IPC) Athlete’s Council has elected alumna Vladyslava Kravchenko as its new Chairperson. She graduated with a master's from Loughborough University in Sport Management, Politics and International Development in 2022.
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Flt Lt Rob Thomas is latest alumnus to join the Red Arrows
There’s clearly something in the air at Loughborough. Flight Lieutenant Rob Thomas is the fourth Loughborough graduate to join the Red Arrows in the last nine years. He follows in the footsteps of former pilots Flt Lt Simon Taylor, Flt Lt Stuart Roberts, and current Red 1, Squadron Leader Jon Bond.
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New book from alumnus: Head for the Floodlights
Giles Goford, who studied Publishing and Information Studies in 1997, has just finished writing his first book, Head for the Floodlights.
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Alumna's creative and marketing agency, Kaizen Dale, partners with Natural England to launch State of Natural Capital report
Marianna Vardanyan graduated with masters in Entrepreneurship and Innovation Management in 2018. She is now Co-Founder of a creative and marketing agency called Kaizen Dale.
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Alumni roundup: Highlights from Loughborough’s recent gatherings and international events
A series of alumni events have taken place over the last few weeks. These provided valuable networking opportunities and helped strengthen the University’s global alumni community.
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Professor Richard Parker receives Singapore President’s Science and Technology Medal
Professor Richard Parker, a Loughborough graduate, was recently awarded the President’s Science and Technology Medal by the President of Singapore.
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Five sporting stars recognised with induction into Loughborough Sport Hall of Fame
On 8 November 2024, five alumni became members of the prestigious Loughborough Sport Hall of Fame, recognising their achievements across a range of sports and roles.
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Alumnus awarded The Peter Debye Prize
Dr Stavros Drakopoulos, who earned his doctorate in Materials in 2019, has won The Peter Debye Prize for Young Investigators for Excellence in Dielectric Research.
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Media and Communication graduate's paper accepted by European Journal for Sport and Society
Bethan Clargo was extremely proud to have her paper accepted in the European Journal for Sport and Society. It was written alongside her dissertation supervisor, Dr Michael Skey.
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730 Daily Self Portraits: A solo exhibition by Chaz Howkins
Chaz Howkins has an upcoming solo exhibition at Surface Gallery in Nottingham.
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Black History Month: Alumni Advisory Board member Phil shares his perspective
October is Black History Month. We recently spoke with new Alumni Advisory Board member Phil Tulba, who emphasises the value and significance of observing Black History Month.
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Black History Month: Angela’s journey
In celebration of Black History Month (BHM), we are recognising the accomplishments of our alumni. Alumna Angela Shepherd, a member of the Alumni Advisory Board, offers her thoughts on Black History Month, along with reflections on her career and personal experiences.
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Alumnus awarded honorary doctorate from Utrecht University
Matthew Flinders has recently received an honorary doctorate from Utrecht University for his research and writing on the changing nature of democracy.
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Alumnus pops the question amongst bluebells in Burleigh Wood
Loughborough alumni Aditya Mukherjee and Aarushi Mittal both graduated in 2020. The couple recently got engaged surrounded by the bluebells at Burleigh Wood.
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Two former Sport Management MSc students named best junior researchers
Two former Loughborough University MSc students won an award for best junior researchers at a conference in Seville on Sport and Inclusion, presenting their findings on how to remove barriers to getting more women coaches into snowsports.
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Jamie headed stateside for exciting internship with the UN
Recent graduate Jamie Clark has landed a role as Sustainable Development Goals Intern in the Department of Economic and Social Affairs (DESA) at the United Nations (UN). He is headed to New York very soon and is excited for his new adventure.
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Dr Julie Bradshaw MBE on her journey to become Mayor of Charnwood
Earlier this year, alumna Dr Julie Bradshaw MBE was appointed Mayor of Charnwood for 2024/2025. Julie has a strong interest in sport and has taken part in long-distance swims, setting record-breaking achievements.
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University wide expertise helps Loughborough graduate smash prestigious German hour record
Expertise from across Loughborough University has helped a graduate and elite cyclist smash one of the most prestigious records in cycling.
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Alex will run 17 marathons in 12 days
On Wednesday 25 September, Alex Backhouse will begin his run from Land’s End to London in support of Retina UK. He will run a total of 700 km over 12 days.
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Two alumni reunite with French host family after nearly 40 years
Modern European Studies graduates (1987), James Roberts and Steve Voysey, recently reunited with a French family who hosted them on their goat farm nearly 40 years ago during their studies at Loughborough.
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Second edition of Leading Beyond the Ego is released by alumnus
Chemical Engineering alumnus John Knights (1969), has just published the second edition of his book, Leading Beyond the Ego.
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Alumnae represent GB in AFL Canada Transatlantic Cup
Ellie Hyner and Alex Stephens were recently selected in a squad of 28 to represent Great Britain Swans in the 2024 Transatlantic Cup in Canada.
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Karen Carney OBE named Loughborough University’s Ambassador for Sport, Health and Wellbeing
Today (12 September 2024), Karen Carney OBE has been announced as the first Ambassador for the University’s Strategic Theme of Sport, Health and Wellbeing.
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Sian and Danny celebrate their wedding
Two 2019 graduates, Sian Bruty and Danny Jaine, got married in Chichester on 20 July 2024.
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Loughborough graduate and elite cyclist attempts German hour record, supported by University’s world-class sports ecosystem
On Wednesday 18 September, an elite cyclist and Engineering Masters graduate from Loughborough University, supported by a team combining scientific, engineering, coaching and physiotherapy expertise, will attempt one of the most prestigious records in cycling.
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Alumni Advisory Board: 2024 year in review
Over the last academic year (2023/2024) Alumni President Dr Luke Stott has led the Alumni Advisory Board (AAB). As the year ends, we take a moment to reflect on the Board’s achievements, initiatives, and the impact they have made on our alumni community and the University.
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Penny releases third psychological thriller
Alumna Penny Batchelor released her book The Reunion Party earlier this year. It is her third psychological thriller novel, following on from her first two books, Her New Best Friend and My Perfect Sister.
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Further success for Grant in the Esports World Cup
Alumnus Grant Rousseau is Global Director of Esports and Director of Operations for Team Falcons. With esports getting bigger and better than ever, Grant is on an exciting career path, and one that has already seen much success.
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Applications open for British Council Study UK Alumni Awards 2025
Alumni are invited to submit applications for the next round of the British Council Study UK Alumni Awards.
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Loughborough University graduate to set multiple world records rowing across the Atlantic
Zara Lachlan will be rowing solo and unsupported from Portugal across 3,600 miles to arrive in French Guiana this October.
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Three alumni selected to join the Alumni Advisory Board
Following an application and interview process, three alumni have been selected as the newest members of the Alumni Advisory Board.
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Alumna selected for Bloomberg New Contemporaries 2024
Fine Art alumna Sara Osman has been selected for the Bloomberg New Contemporaries 2024 by Liz Johnson Artur, Permindar Kaur and Amalia Pica.
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Alumna graduates on same stage as parents 29 years later
Beth Higgins graduated this year with a degree in Psychology on the same stage where both of her parents stood 29 years ago.
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Alumni reunite to celebrate 30 years of friendship
A group of alumni meet annually to catch up and reminisce on their time in Loughborough. This year they gathered to celebrate 30 years since they met.
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Alumnus appointed to the Board of Sport Northern Ireland
Alumnus Steve Reid has been appointed by the Northern Ireland Minister for Communities Gordon Lyons MLA to the Board of Sport Northern Ireland (Sport NI).
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Alumnus Michal achieves childhood dream as he summits Mount Everest
Michal Ryszard Wensierski successfully summited Mount Everest on Wednesday 15 May 2024 at 7:55am. Here we share an insight into his incredible trek and his attempt to climb without oxygen. His story is one of determination, strength, and resilience.
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Alumna selected for prestigious Herbert Smith Freehills Portrait Award 2024
Laura Carey (Fine Art 2010) has been accepted into the Herbert Smith Freehills Portrait Award at The National Portrait Gallery in London.
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Fine Art graduate explores the conflict between femininity and performance in women’s sport
As Loughborough athletes compete in Paris this summer, closer to home Loughborough Fine Art graduate, Ellie Robins, has explored her deeply felt and personal experience within the sport of powerlifting through paint and ceramics.
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Alumnus Paul prepares for epic Enduroman Arch2Arc triathlon
Paul Robinson (Chemistry 2005) recently visited our performance physiology lab on the Loughborough campus to perform fuel utilisation physiology assessments whilst running and cycling.
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Alumna takes on challenge to support her placement organisation
Heledd Jenkins (Sport Science, Coaching and Physical Education 2024) will be walking 44 miles and abseiling 418 feet in aid of Northampton Saints Foundation.
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Alumni spotlight: Heather’s canoeing journey
Dr Heather Corrie spent many years as a canoe slalom athlete. She fought hard for her place in Beijing having missed out on previous games. We caught up with Heather to find out more about her journey in elite sport and to find out what her career has held since retiring from the water. Here she shares an insight into how her passion for canoeing began, and a series of learnings as she reflects on her personal experiences on the global stage.
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Alumni spotlight: The innovative design of The Hope HBT Paris bicycle
Alumnus Sam Pendred has played a key role in the design and development of The Hope HBT Paris bicycle which is being used on the global stage in France’s capital by British cyclists.
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Experts in Sport podcast: In conversation with alumna Paula Radcliffe MBE
With athletes set to compete in the marathon events in Paris this weekend, who better to speak to than one of Britain’s greatest long-distance runners, Paula Radcliffe MBE?
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Alumni spotlight: Coaching to gold – Ben Ryan
Rewind eight years and the games were in full swing in Brazil. Rugby 7s was on the schedule for the first time and the men’s Fiji Rugby 7s side were set to take home the inaugural gold for the event. Not only that, but they were about to make history by winning Fiji’s first-ever medal at a games. It was alumnus Ben Ryan who coached the team to gold in Rio. With a career focused on coaching across a range of different sports, we asked Ben for some of his highlights and insights into the games, and we also found out more about his latest role with Brentford FC.
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Calling all Fine Art alumni: AA2A scheme at Loughborough
Applications are now open for the next round of the Artists Access to Art Colleges scheme (AA2A), which provides artists with access to facilities, expertise and networks within a higher education environment.
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Alumnus launches podcast series: Thinking Ahead
Paul Obey has recently released an exclusive 10-episode podcast series titled “Thinking Ahead”.
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Alumni spotlight: Middle-distance runner Sir Peter Snell
New Zealand middle-distance runner, Sir Peter Snell, spent a year of his life at Loughborough from 1971-72. Peter’s short time at the then Loughborough College of Physical Education would become a precursor to his academic career, having already become a well-known athlete on the global stage.
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Getting involved in mainland China and Hong Kong SAR
Did you know that we have a large and active population of alumni in mainland China and Hong Kong SAR?
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Team of five rows across the Atlantic Ocean in Guinness World Record attempt
Alumnus Adam Rowlatt (Sport Biomechanics 2023) is part of Secondoary Fun, a team of five rowers embarking on an extraordinary journey across the Atlantic Ocean.
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Just graduated? Continue to access careers support
As Loughborough graduates you can continue to access support from the Careers Network after completing your studies. Just graduated? Here we share an insight into the support available to you as you embark on your next steps.
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Honorary Degrees and University Medals awarded to trailblazers and role models at Loughborough’s graduation ceremonies
Six inspiring individuals were awarded honorary degrees for their remarkable achievements at this week’s ceremonies, alongside four outstanding members of staff who were presented with medals for their services to Loughborough University.
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Sending crisp packets to landfill set to be a thing of the past
Guy Broadbent is the Chairman of Aquapak Polymers, a company established with a mission to help businesses to make a shift towards polluting less by developing planet-friendly material technologies.
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Congratulations class of 2024!
As we celebrate #LboroGrad this week in Loughborough, we congratulate many new graduates, and we warmly welcome you to the Alumni Association. Here we share a brief insight into how we will keep in touch with you, and the support you can access from the University during the next few years.
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Alumnus Mihir Bose publishes 'Thank You Mr Crombie'
Journalist and author Mihir Bose has recently published his newest book, 'Thank You Mr Crombie. Lessons in Guilt and Gratitude to the British', reflecting on his personal experiences of racism, migration and British society since the 1960s.
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Alumnus receives President’s Gift
Last month alumnus Duncan Froggatt was awarded the Institution of Civil Engineers (ICE) President’s Gift 2024. He was awarded by Professor Anusha Shah, President 159 of ICE.
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The first of many: two alumni gatherings in Beijing and Chengdu
Last week, two International Alumni Ambassadors organised gatherings for alumni in Beijing and Chengdu in Mainland China. The events were set up to encourage networking and reconnection with each other and the University.
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Alumnus launches video game
Asim Yaqoob graduated from the University in 2013 with a BEng in Electronic and Electrical Engineering. He went on to pursue his career and took a position at the UK’s national science laboratories, including the national particle accelerator and the Royal Observatory Edinburgh where he worked in astronomy on space telescopes.
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AI social commerce app raises $1.4M in pre-seed funding
Alumnus Ronan Harvey-Kelly (International Business 2021) is co-founder of Haz, an innovative AI social commerce app which has raised $1.4m in pre-seed funding.
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Sport in Singapore: Alumnus publishes a trilogy of books
Alumnus Nick Aplin has published a trilogy of books that examine the development of sport in Singapore since the 1830s and provide an overview of developments since independence in 1965.
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Alumni tie the knot
Joe and Sammy Dolman who both studied Mathematics with Statistics and graduated from Loughborough University in 2019 recently got married at Warwick Castle.
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Alumni inspire future students in India pre-departure events
In early June, the University hosted offer holder events in Bangalore, Mumbai, and Delhi.
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Alumni entrepreneurs honoured at annual Loughborough Enterprise Network celebration event
On Wednesday 5 June, the Loughborough Enterprise Network held their annual celebration event at the University Stadium, recognising and promoting its community. Five alumni and three students were announced as winners.
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King’s Birthday Honours for Loughborough family
In the King’s Birthday Honours list, published in June 2024, alumni and friends of the University were named for their achievements and contributions across a range of endeavours including higher education, broadcasting, sport, and medical engineering.
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Vice-Chancellor visits alumni in West Africa
Professor Nick Jennings CB FREng FRS recently hosted two special receptions for our alumni in West Africa.
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Loughborough athletes deliver in Rome
Athletes linked to the University produced some incredible performances at the European Athletics Championships 2024 in Rome.
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Alumna Audrey enjoys writing success
Audrey Carpenter graduated with a degree in English from Loughborough University in 1990. Audrey was inspired by an 18th Century Literature module with the late Professor Bill Overton. She wrote her dissertation on Isaac Newton’s literary impact which led her to discover John Theophilus Desaguliers, a polymath whose life she explored in her PhD thesis.
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Kate Allan honoured with Women in Innovation Purple Plaque
Last week was a brilliant milestone for alumna Kate Allan, founder of ExpHand Prosthetics, as she was awarded the prestigious Women in Innovation Award from Innovate UK, the UK’s innovation agency.
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Alumni come together to raise money through charity football games
During the Alumni Reunion Weekend in May, two groups of alumni came together to play football in the name of charity.
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A big thank you this Volunteers’ Week: Celebrating our Loughborough Family
This Volunteers’ Week (3-9 June), we would like to say thank you to the many alumni who have generously given their time to support the University and our students over the past year. Your dedication and efforts are significantly valued by the entire Loughborough community.
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Ayao Komatsu on becoming Team Principal of Haas F1 Team
Alumnus Ayao Komatsu became the new Team Principal of Haas Formula One Team for this season. Now firmly into his first season in the role, F1 fans will have been watching closely as he takes Haas into a new era and goes from Director of Engineering to Team Principal.
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Loughborough University hosts first Women in Enterprise Conference
On Saturday 18 May Loughborough Enterprise Network (LEN) and Careers Network hosted its first Women in Enterprise Conference, with several alumnae contributing their expertise.
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Alumna Emma Whitty’s crafty career transformation
Emma Whitty graduated from Loughborough University with a degree in Human Psychology in 1997.
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Falkner Eggington alumni celebrate 20 years of the ‘Old Guard’
Earlier this month, a group of about 100 alumni came together to celebrate the 20 year anniversary of “Falk Egg Old Guard” – alumni of the Falkner Eggington halls of residence.
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Over 200 alumni and friends visit campus for reunion weekend
From 17-19 May 2024, more than 200 alumni and guests visited Loughborough for the Alumni Reunion Weekend and Donor Lunch. The weekend was a celebration of peoples’ time at Loughborough, a chance to catch up, and an opportunity to explore what has changed at the University in recent years.
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Alumnus lifts major gaming trophy at ESL One Birmingham
Alumnus Grant Rousseau is Global Director of Esports and Director of Operations for Team Falcons who recently won ESL One Birmingham 2024 on Sunday 28 April.
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Alumnus releases ‘Before You Step Into The Office’
Rob Yeo (Engineering Physics 1995) has released a book, Before You Step Into The Office, aimed at final-year students and new graduates.
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Prestigious honour awarded to alumnus Professor Jason Gill
Jason Gill (Bsc PE, Sports Science and Physics 1995 and Physical Education PhD 1999) from the University of Glasgow has been honoured with a Fellowship from the Royal Society of Edinburgh (RSE) for his important work on health.
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Alumni share Loughborough experiences at pre-departure events across China
Alumni recently gathered in Beijing (13 April), Shanghai (14 April), Guangzhou (20 April), and Chengdu (21 April) to share their Loughborough experiences with offer holders.
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Loughborough alumni in Nigeria connect in first online gathering
International Alumni Ambassadors Jethro Akaito (Pharmaceutical Science and Medicinal Chemistry 2021) and Ashley Stewart (International Management 2008) launched their first-ever online gathering for alumni in Nigeria, with 21 attendees joining in for a lively session.
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Industrial Design Professor takes a trip down memory lane as he reunites with former cohort
Dr Mark Evans was recently joined by a group of Industrial Design alumni celebrating their 30th anniversary reunion on the Loughborough University campus.
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Kieran McKenna takes Ipswich Town to the Premier League in second successive promotion
Just a year on from their promotion to the Championship from League One football, alumnus Kieran McKenna and his Ipswich Town side have been promoted again and will play in the Premier League next season.
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A life after Loughborough - Peter's story
Peter Rhodes (Physical Education 1968 and MA Design studies 1998) shared how his career panned out after leaving Loughborough, and how his studies have supported him.
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Alumna chooses to pursue multi-faceted creative career choices
Abigail White graduated with a BA in English and Drama in 2014 and has channelled her love for arts since. After graduation she chose to pursue a creative career.
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America-based alumni meet up across four states
In mid-April, a delegation of Loughborough staff headed to the USA to build overseas relationships with fellow universities, sporting organisations, and with alumni. A delegation last visited in early 2023.
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Flo Edwards launches recruitment consultancy following appearance on The Apprentice
Alumna Flo Edwards has recently appeared on the latest season of The Apprentice. Having competed on the popular BBC show, we chatted to Flo to find out what the experience was like and what’s next in her business journey.
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Alumnus Will Roberts appointed CEO of BUCS
British Universities and Colleges Sport (BUCS) has announced the appointment of alumnus Will Roberts as its new Chief Executive Officer.
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Happily ever after: alumni reconnect after years of friendship and get married
Naami Sharma and Suvam Sikarwar got married in March 2024 in Varanasi, India. It was a two-day event with four different functions, each with different colour schemes.
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Alumnus takes on epic ultra-triathlon for Motor Neurone Disease charity
Paul Robinson’s crazy love of sports lives on from his university days. He studied Chemistry at Loughborough University and graduated in 2005. Paul is now gearing up for an extraordinary challenge, the Enduroman Arch2Arc ultra-triathlon.
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Jo Hurst-Croft - from Loughborough to leading change
Jo Hurst-Croft's (Politics with Geography 2003) journey from Loughborough University to leading ARC Ride shows how education, passion, and hard work can pave the way to success.
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Alice Burnhope: Textile artist blends sustainability and community engagement
London-based textile artist Alice Burnhope (BA Textiles: Innovation and Design 2020) is making waves with her sustainable creations and community-driven projects.
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Alumnus appointed President of Bahrain Cricket Federation
Sami Ali has been made the President of the Bahrain Cricket Federation (BCF).
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Loughborough alumni reunite to celebrate their 20 year anniversary
A group of four alumni reunited on campus in November 2023 to celebrate their 20 year anniversary.
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Alumna’s creative journey: from banker to author
Jenny Care (Politics 1996) left academia briefly in the 1970s where she took a year off from study and joined Barclays Bank. Jenny then embarked on a non-traditional path. Romance and family followed, but her thirst for learning remained.
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Alumni offer guidance in Inspiring Minds sessions
Inspiring Minds is a series of academic taster days hosted by the University’s School and College Liaison team. The events provide post-16 students with an engaging introduction to higher education and are often supported by alumni. Four sessions recently took place, covering business and economics, STEM, social sciences and humanities, and sports.
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Alumna spotlight: Kelly’s creative journey
Kelly Punton is a writer and an English teacher in the East Midlands. She reads and writes stories, plays, and poetry. She graduated from Loughborough University in 2013 with a degree in English and Drama. Originally from Lincoln, Kelly now lives with her husband and dog in a small town in Nottinghamshire.
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Sally Jenkins: from reader's letter to published novelist
Sally Jenkins (Economics 1984) achieved a significant milestone with the publication of her first traditionally published novel on April 25, 2023.
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Alumni connections produce brilliant placement experience for Loughborough student
Ed Williams is the Managing Director of Candy Kittens, a gourmet vegan sweet company based in London that is currently employing a Loughborough student.
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From police officer to award-winning stonemason: The journey of Mark McDonnell
Mark McDonnell transitioned from a distinguished thirty-year career in law enforcement to become an award-winning stonemason.
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Alumnus prepares to cycle more than 200 miles in memory of university friend
David Bone passed away whilst playing football at university on 23 March 1999. Now, 25 years later, Jason Edwards shares his memories of that day and his plans to take on a 230-mile cycling challenge for the British Heart Foundation in David’s memory.
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CAIR London app launched by alumna Tanya to combat London Underground air pollution
In a bid to tackle the pervasive issue of air pollution in the London Underground, alumna Tanya Beri (Graphic Communication 2016 and MA User Experience Design 2020) has launched CAIR London.
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Alumnus awarded Royal Academy of Engineering Enterprise Fellowship
Adriano Randi (Chemistry 2019) has been awarded a Royal Academy of Engineering Enterprise Fellowship to further advance his spin-out company RV3 Tech.
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Loughborough alumna collects MBE
Christine Payne (Psychology 1978) was recognised in the King's first Birthday Honours List last year and recently collected her award from Buckingham Palace where she met Anne, the Princess Royal.
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Former student transforms crafting passion into thriving business
Paula Milner graduated with a First-Class Honours in Printed Textiles from Loughborough University in 2006. She has left a lasting mark on the crafting community.
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Success for Loughborough University as two alumni join the UK Young Academy
Loughborough University is delighted to announce that alumni Joseph Bentley (Product Design and Technology 2021) and Professor Antonia Liguori (Design and Creative Arts, 2014-2024) have joined the UK Young Academy – a network of early career researchers and professionals established to help tackle local and global issues and promote meaningful change.
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Transforming from IT pro to thriller novelist
In an inspiring journey of self-discovery and determination, alumnus Iain Smith has defied conventional career paths by transitioning from the world of IT to becoming a thriller novelist.
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Celebrating the artistic journey of alumna Megan Rose
Megan Rose, an alumna of Loughborough University, has emerged as a beacon of creativity and success since graduating in 2013 with a BA (Hons) in Fine Art.
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Alumnus spotlight: Tom Hodge’s creative journey as The Dude Designs
Tom Hodge, known as The Dude Designs, has reshaped modern movie poster art, drawing inspiration from the golden age of film posters. His journey began in 2009 at Sony PlayStation, where he rediscovered his passion for classic poster art.
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Arts success for alumna Emilia
Dr Emilia Telese is an artist and art theorist based between Reykjavík, Italy and the UK. Born in Italy, she graduated in Painting from Fine Arts Academy in Florence in 1996 with a particular interest in XIV Century techniques, the Italian Trans-AvantGarde movement and contemporary performance.
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Alumnus utilises teaching expertise to write tests
Colin McCarty graduated with a BTech in Industrial Chemistry in 1968, and he was a teacher for the first 25 years of his working life. He taught science and became an acting head of a comprehensive as well as chief examiner for GCSE chemistry.
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Alumnus becomes the CEO of New Zealand Football Foundation
Neil Coventry has recently been appointed as the CEO of the New Zealand Football Foundation, an organisation established as a charitable trust when the All Whites qualified for the 2010 FIFA World Cup.
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Emily is publishing two new children’s books
Alumna Emily Ann Davison (BSc Psychology 2003 and MSc Finance and Management 2004) is excited to have two children’s picture books publishing this year.
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Loughborough start-ups win national award for innovation
Two start-up businesses founded by Loughborough graduates have secured prestigious Innovate UK Unlocking Potential awards.
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Flux: A new sculpture for Claudia Parsons
LU Arts is delighted to announce Flux, the newest addition to Loughborough University’s campus sculpture collection.
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Alumna creates prints in the fashion industry
Charlotte Wills graduated from Loughborough with a BA in Printed Textiles in 2012, and immediately pursued her career in the fashion industry after being able to land a job at Next Menswear.
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Alumna will climb Mount Olympus in support of Falcon Support Services
In March, Alicia Butterfield (Business Administration 2016) will tackle Mount Olympus in Greece to raise funds for the Leicestershire charity Falcon Support Services.
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Alumna Monica triumphs in TV Arts competition
Talented artist, illustrator and Loughborough alumna, Monica Popham has won the coveted 2024 Sky Arts Landscape Artist of the Year competition.
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Alumna Caudery wins “unbelievable” world title in Glasgow
Pole vault star Molly Caudery won a sensational gold medal at the World Athletics Indoor Championships in Glasgow this weekend.
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Alumnus receives Pioneer Award
Richard Cameron (Electronic Engineering 1969) has received the Microwave Pioneer Award by the American Institute of Electrical and Electronic Engineering (IEEE). This award recognises his impactful contributions to theories for direct synthesis of high-performance microwave filters.
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How Loughborough alumni found their Valentines
Love blossoms at Loughborough, and this Valentine’s Day we heard about three couples and their stories. From meeting in fancy dress to getting engaged on a glacier, check out their love stories below.
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Children’s storybook entrepreneurs seek Sooper investment from TV Dragons
If you’re a Dragons’ Den fan, you’ll no doubt have seen a recent episode featuring alumna Charlene Mitchell-Hood and her husband Simon Hood pitching for investment in a bid to help solve literacy problems in the UK and US. If you’re yet to catch the latest series, go and check out iPlayer before reading any further… this story contains spoilers!
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Loughborough alumnae Women’s Network gathers in London
A group of alumnae met in London at the offices of IG near Cannon Street station on 21 February.
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Pavegen Selected by UEFA’s Champions Innovate Program to Revolutionise Fan Engagement
Pavegen, a leading innovator in kinetic energy technology founded by alumnus Laurence Kemball-Cook, has been chosen as one of the pioneering start-ups by UEFA’s Champions Innovate program, in collaboration with PepsiCo, Just Eat Takeaway.com, and Mastercard.
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Monica appears on Sky Arts Landscape Artist of the Year
Alumna Monica Popham has featured on the latest season of Sky Arts Landscape Artist of the Year, a television show where artists are selected to paint plein air in front of three judges and a set of cameras for the chance to win a commission for a gallery or museum.
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An update from the President of the Alumni Association
Dr Luke Stott, President of the Alumni Association, shares a mid academic year update.
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Happy Valentine's Day, Lboro Family!
It’s Valentine’s Day and we are again asking you to share how you met your Valentine at university.
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Alumni support Talk Sport Conference across Loughborough and London campuses
The University’s Talk Sport Conference, set to inspire students interested in a career in sport, took place in Loughborough on 1 February and at Loughborough University London on 8 February. The conference was supported by over 20 alumni across the two locations and more than 450 students attended.
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Alumna shifts career from economics to acting
Honey Gabriel came to Loughborough to study Economics, and she has always been interested in drama and acting.
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Alumnus edits textbook on children’s sport and exercise medicine
Neil Armstrong has taken part in editing the 4th edition of the Oxford Textbook of Children’s Sport and Exercise Medicine.
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Yonex All England Badminton Championships 2024: alumni ticket offer
In March, Birmingham is set to be taken over by Badminton for a whole week, and we have a ticket deal exclusively for Loughborough alumni.
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Alumnus named one of the most influential people in the British luxury industry
Rob Colmer has been named on the Walpole 2024 Power List, which recognises inspirational individuals whose creativity, leadership and skill is set to define the direction of the British luxury sector.
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We are all protagonists - a film by a recent chemistry graduate
Alumna Tilly Gomperts Willis has directed and produced a film about a team that ran a 340-mile relay race, ‘The Speed Project’, from LA to Las Vegas. She was one of the runners herself.
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The Loughborough family get set to welcome the Year of the Dragon
People around the world will celebrate Lunar New Year this weekend, welcoming the Year of the Dragon. We asked our new International Alumni Ambassadors and the University’s Special Envoys to share how they celebrate and what their plans are for the new year.
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Loughborough alumnus builds a design consultancy
Tom Jarvis graduated from Loughborough with a BA in Industrial Design and Technology in 2012 and started his own business, Think Jarvis Design & Marketing, which offers the fastest WordPress based websites in the UK, using a unique site optimisation process and site editor setup.
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Alumnae reunite after 52 years
Five of a group of six alumnae reunited at Loughborough to rekindle and reminisce on their time at university together.
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Alumna uses her passion for art to support charities
Lucy Hebden graduated with a BA in printed textiles in 2002 and started her career by teaching art in a local secondary school. After having children, Lucy’s passion for design was reignited and she decided to pursue it.
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Alumna publishes her own poetry
Amy Flahaut graduated with a BA in English and Drama in 2016 where she first explored the possibility to pursue a career in writing, and to fulfil that dream she decided to continue her studies and graduated with a MA in Creative Writing in 2017.
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Loughborough student teachers celebrate a golden milestone
A recent landmark reunion brought graduates of the former Loughborough College of Education back to campus, some fifty years after they graduated.
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Loughborough alumnus provides creative services to Airbus and Toyota
David Peter Simcoe graduated with a BA in Industrial Design and Technology in 1995 with a First Class Honours.
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First India in London alumni networking event takes place
A brand-new network for Indian alumni living in London held its first event on 17 January at the Loughborough University London campus.
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Loughborough graduate publishes ‘Rewind’: a story of a cross-Atlantic adventure.
Elesa Zehndorfer graduated from Loughborough University in 2006 with a PhD in Sport/Exercise Science.
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Documentary set to follow innovative new treatments
Alumnus Simon Marshall was recently diagnosed with late stage Pancreatic Cancer.
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From Chemical Engineering to a dance program: alumnus pursues passion for dance despite corporate career choices
Chukwudi Amadi graduated with a BEng in Chemical Engineering in 2015, before returning to his home country, Nigeria.
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Loughborough Business School recognises four people with Distinguished Alumni Awards
Each year, Loughborough Business School (LB) honours a select group with the Distinguished Alumni Award. At the end of 2023, four people were recognised with awards for their work spanning themes such as retail, communications, ecommerce, and climate tech.
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Leading the Way: Dawn Moëder becomes Managing Member of accounting firm in Dallas
Dawn Moëder currently lives in Plano, Texas and is a well-known leader in the Dallas and Houston accounting industry. She has been named the fifth managing member of Lane Gorman Trubitt, LLC (LGT) and she is the third woman to take on the role in its 74 years of business.
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Graduate becomes latest Salters’ Award winner in line of Loughborough recipients
Alumnus Sam Edwards, who graduated with a MEng degree in Chemical Engineering in July, has won a Salters’ Institute Graduate Award, one of only four awarded to chemical engineering graduates in the UK in 2023.
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A Loughborough love story: from freshers’ week to marriage
Emma Godman and Matthew Pickering met during freshers’ week when they started studying at Loughborough University in October 2010. Emma studied a BSc in International Business and Matt studied a MEng in Mechanical Engineering. They both lived in neighbouring blocks in Rutherford halls and quickly became part of the same friendship circle.
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Alum builds a digital platform to support performance art
Indy Sanders has launched a start-up, PerformVu, which is a global hub for streaming performance and video art from the world's top artists and art institutions.
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King’s Honours list recognises the exceptional contributions of Loughborough alumni
In the latest King’s New Year Honours list, a group of alumni have been awarded for achievements and contributions across areas including sports, fashion and beauty, science, and in the public sector and related areas.
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Loughborough graduate entrepreneur wins start-up accelerator
Loughborough graduate entrepreneur Katie Michaels (Industrial and Product Design, 2020) has been named as the latest winner of the Leicester Startups Accelerator programme.
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New international alumni ambassador programme launches with over 20 volunteers
To better engage and support our alumni networks worldwide, we have launched a brand-new international alumni ambassador programme.