Design
Explore the 2026 SDCA Postgraduate Showcase
ºìÐÓÊÓÆµâ€™s School of Design and Creative Arts (SDCA) have launched their highly anticipated Postgraduate Showcase.
Applications for the 2027 Teaching Innovation Awards are now open
Applications are now open for the 2027 round of Teaching Innovation Awards (TIAs) and are actively welcomed from students, academic and learning support staff.
International Hangouts with LU Arts: Autumn Programme
Looking for a creative outlet and a way to meet new people or chat with friends? Come along to a craft session hosted by LU Arts as part of the International Hangouts programme.
University
Celebrating Diwali: Information for students and staff
Diwali, also known as Deepavali, is an important festival celebrated by Hindus, Jains, Sikhs and Buddhists. Diwali takes place on 8 November, and Hindus celebrate the festival for five days, beginning on 6 November.
Arts and culture
Songwriting short course
Learn the fundamentals of songwriting in this beginner-friendly six week course for staff and students.
Have your say: The Staff Experience Survey 2026 is now live
Our annual staff survey is open throughout November – have your say on the things that are important to you and your experience of working here.Â
University
Armistice Day Ceremony of Remembrance: Wednesday 11 November
The University’s Armistice Day service will take place on Wednesday 11 November, from 10.50am-11.10am in the Garden of Remembrance.
Environment
Food waste collections to start for most students living off-campus
Students living off campus in ºìÐÓÊÓÆµ can start recycling food waste from next week as Charnwood Borough Council rolls out a new weekly collection service.
Giving Day 2026: One Day, One Gift, One ºìÐÓÊÓÆµ
This Giving Day, on Tuesday 17 November, we’re bringing the ºìÐÓÊÓÆµ community together to raise awareness and funds for the charitable causes that make a real difference to our students.
Equality, diversity and inclusion
Building belonging, challenging prejudice and creating a university where everyone can thrive - Islamophobia Awareness Month, November 2026
Building belonging, challenging prejudice and creating a culture where all can flourish is everyone's responsibility.
Applications for the 2027 Teaching Innovation Awards are now open
Applications are now open for the 2027 round of Teaching Innovation Awards (TIAs) and are actively welcomed from students, academic and learning support staff.
International Hangouts with LU Arts: Autumn Programme
Looking for a creative outlet and a way to meet new people or chat with friends? Come along to a craft session hosted by LU Arts as part of the International Hangouts programme.
University
Celebrating Diwali: Information for students and staff
Diwali, also known as Deepavali, is an important festival celebrated by Hindus, Jains, Sikhs and Buddhists. Diwali takes place on 8 November, and Hindus celebrate the festival for five days, beginning on 6 November.
Arts and culture
Songwriting short course
Learn the fundamentals of songwriting in this beginner-friendly six week course for staff and students.
Have your say: The Staff Experience Survey 2026 is now live
Our annual staff survey is open throughout November – have your say on the things that are important to you and your experience of working here.Â
University
Armistice Day Ceremony of Remembrance: Wednesday 11 November
The University’s Armistice Day service will take place on Wednesday 11 November, from 10.50am-11.10am in the Garden of Remembrance.
Environment
Food waste collections to start for most students living off-campus
Students living off campus in ºìÐÓÊÓÆµ can start recycling food waste from next week as Charnwood Borough Council rolls out a new weekly collection service.
Giving Day 2026: One Day, One Gift, One ºìÐÓÊÓÆµ
This Giving Day, on Tuesday 17 November, we’re bringing the ºìÐÓÊÓÆµ community together to raise awareness and funds for the charitable causes that make a real difference to our students.
Equality, diversity and inclusion
Building belonging, challenging prejudice and creating a university where everyone can thrive - Islamophobia Awareness Month, November 2026
Building belonging, challenging prejudice and creating a culture where all can flourish is everyone's responsibility.