Development and Alumni Relations

WelcomeNo matter what year you graduated, you will recall the legendary spirit of Loughborough. Although originating on campus, that spirit is shared by more than 140,000 graduates world-wide. Our aim, in Development & Alumni Relations, is to ensure that you continue to be involved with the University, maintain contact with old friends, and make new acquaintances through the global Loughborough network.

We hope that this booklet provides you with a helpful overview of how you might like to get involved and keep the spirit of Loughborough alive because ‘Loughborough is for Life.’

Ron GrayDirector of Development and Alumni Relations

Social networking sitesStay in touch with us on our Facebook and LinkedIn pages.

Other benefi ts As well as our communication benefi ts, don’t miss out on:● Discounts on postgraduate

tuition fees● Discounted rates at Burleigh Court,

the University’s 4-star hotel and conference facility

● Discounted rates on all University sports facilities

● Our reconnection service for old friends. We can put you back in touch!

For information on other benefi ts and to update your details online, please visit www.lboro.ac.uk/alumni

E-newsletter The e-newsletter keeps alumni regularly up-to-date with the latest events, news and opportunities.

Magazine The magazine offers an in-depth insight into University life, including academic innovation, research, the latest developments on campus, forthcoming events and event reviews, alumni news, and global networks.

Website The website keeps you informed of current news and exciting initiatives. As well as registering for events online, you can also update your details to stay connected.

Benefi ts

Many people will cite their time at university as the most infl uential and enjoyable period of their life.

This affi nity does not need to end on graduating, it can be a life-long reality – stay connected, be part of

Loughborough today and tomorrow!

Mark Sismey-Durrant, Alumni PresidentBanking and Finance, 1981

Alumni Challenge WeekendMay 2010 saw the launch of the Alumni Challenge Weekend where recently graduated alumni are invited back to campus to compete against some of the current University sports teams in the Alumni vs. Students Challenge. The weekend was a great success with just over 100 alumni returning. In May 2011 we welcomed back over 170 alumni for the second Alumni Challenge Weekend, and this time round a second challenge was introduced: the Alumni IMS Challenge. We believe this initiative will get bigger and better and if you are interested in being involved or putting together a team please get in touch.

Alumni Family Fun DayReturn to campus to join in our Fun Day and enjoy our special family activities, including an animal petting zoo, donkey rides, Punch and Judy, bouncy castle and a range of traditional games. This event takes place in early June.

Alumni Coffee MorningsRetired alumni and staff are invited to campus each month to enjoy a coffee, catch up and a talk on an area of development or research within the University.

Please visit www.lboro.ac.uk/alumni for our full and varied Alumni Coffee Morning programme.

25th, 30th, 40th & 50th year reunionsIf this year marks the anniversary of your graduation from Loughborough then come and join us on campus for a celebration weekend. Return to old haunts and visit new initiatives as part of our campus tours and exhibitions, and catch up with old friends at the celebratory gala dinner.

The weekend is also a wonderful opportunity to see for yourself how Loughborough has gone from strength to strength over the years – thanks to all of our alumni, staff and friends.

Are you planning a reunion and need some assistance? Contact us and we will give you the benefi t of our support and experience. We can also help you to reconnect with old friends you may have lost touch with.

Annual events

It was an ace weekend. Really enjoyed being back in Loughborough and catching up with some of the Lacrosse girls. Thanks!

Elizabeth Cross Sport and Exercise Science, 2008

Not only did the occasion allow me to reminisce on past times at Loughborough, but it also made me feel part of the present and future of the University. I was

surprised by how easily this link was forged.

Frank JepsonPhysical Education, 1960

Social networking: Lufbra in London Lufbra in London is held twice a year, in April and October, at a central London venue. This is a great opportunity for alumni living in London to pop in after work for a quick drink and catch up with friends and University staff.

We are looking to expand this initiative – so, if you would like a ‘Lufbra in’ in your city, please let us know.

Business networking: Loughborough BOND BOND (Business Opportunities for Networking and Development) was launched in 2010 and is designed to support our alumni by giving them the opportunity to: ● Hear leading business people

address topical issues● Share ideas, problems and

solutions ● Increase their portfolio of

business contacts● Network with other Loughborough

graduates

Guest speakers for our fi rst three events include Baroness Sue Campbell Chair Youth Sport Trust; James Sproule, Global Lead for Capital Markets Research and Head of UK Research at Accenture; and Daryl Jelinek, General Manager of the Coca-Cola London 2012 Olympic and Paralympic Games.

For further information on the BOND series please visit www.lboro.ac.uk/alumni

Networking

In a challenging economy where everyone is looking for an advantage,

having the opportunity to network with people who share common

bonds of business and university is invaluable.

Oliver Finlay Sport and Exercise Science, 2005

We aim to provide a vibrant global network that facilitates positive interactions between alumni and the University. Loughborough University has an ever-increasing number of students from over 130 countries for whom we provide a range of services and support networks.

Become an International Alumni AmbassadorWe provide support to our International Alumni Ambassadors in running regular reunion events and promoting Loughborough University in their country. If you live overseas and would like to become an Alumni Ambassador or would like more information about our international strategy, please contact alumni@lboro.ac.uk

and support networks.

We provide support to our International Alumni Ambassadors in running regular reunion events and promoting Loughborough University in their

I initially set up ‘Lufbrakiwi’ to organise weekends away to various parts of NZ. Since then I have hosted various reunions and managed to reminisce

with alumni who have been here for decades as well as those ‘fresh off the boat’! The Lufbra alumni network allows wonderful connections to be made (or restored) – I would strongly encourage you to join up or, if there isn’t one

available, take up the challenge of setting up one yourself.

Aj AliSports Science, 1998

International

Alumni and friends clubs and societiesLoughborough Sporting Club The University, working with supporters of Loughborough University Sport, launched a new initiative in 2011. Loughborough Sporting Club brings together all alumni and friends of Loughborough University Sport who wish to be involved in playing and following sport at Loughborough. A busy annual calendar of sporting and social events will be on offer for all members. To join go to: www.loughboroughsportingclub.co.uk

Friends of Loughborough University Arts This society will be launched in the near future and aims to involve alumni and friends in our diverse range of cultural events. Art, fi lm, music and talks are just some of the exciting things on offer. Annual highlights include private viewings, each June, of both the School of the Arts and Loughborough Design School.

I’m greatly looking forward to the launch of the Loughborough Sporting Club. This

potentially vibrant, active social group will hopefully bring together Loughborough

University’s many alumni and friends in a central organisation aimed at encouraging

participation, friendships and support.

David Bunker Physical Education, 1964

About LUDT Loughborough University Development Trust (LUDT) is a registered charity. Donations to the Trust help to ensure that students from all backgrounds can benefi t from the ‘Loughborough Experience’ and that the University remains at the forefront of academic research and teaching.

Increasingly, many thousands of alumni and friends donate to the Trust in support of student hardship, bursaries and prizes or to dedicated Creative, Engineering, Science and Sport scholarship funds.

Further information and details about how you can make a donation can be found at www.lboro.ac.uk/alumni

Development

Studying at Loughborough were some of the best days of my life and I have chosen to give to the University

because I want to ensure today’s students have a similar experience to mine, and so the University can

continue to develop and grow.

David RoundellDLC General Engineering, 1963

Studying at Loughborough were some of the best days of my life and I have chosen to give to the University

The Telephone Campaign Over the past 12 years, Loughborough University has been in touch with many thousands of our alumni through the annual Telephone Campaign. Each year, a team of over 30 current students contact more than 5,000 former students. Each telephone call builds upon and strengthens relationships with the alumni community.

Student callers enjoy sharing the latest University news and developments, promoting upcoming events, updating contact details and helping to raise funds for crucial student support projects. They are also happy to answer any questions alumni may have about life at the University today!

LegaciesMany of our alumni and friends have chosen to remember Loughborough University Development Trust in their Will. Each legacy that Loughborough receives has a great impact on University life. Further information on leaving a legacy can be found at www.lboro.ac.uk/alumni

The one thing all Loughborough alumni have in common is that we went to an educational institution which encouraged

team spirit, respect for others, independent thinking and a passion for sport, the arts and academic success. I am very

proud that today the University still holds these values. My legacy gift is an appropriate way of showing my

appreciation so that those who come after me have the same life enhancing opportunities that I had.

Richard Tibbott BEd Physical Education and MSc Leisure Management, 1970

Be an Alumni Career ContactCareer mentoring can offer current students, staff and graduates invaluable personal and professional development. If you are able to offer placements, internships, work-shadowing opportunities or contribute to our skills programmes, please contact us or visit www.lboro.ac.uk/careers and follow the link to Information for > Current students/graduates > Alumni.

The Careers and Employability Centre As a graduate of Loughborough University you are welcome to access the services of the Careers and Employability Centre. Together with the resources and advice on our website, you can also email us with career-related enquiries.

Please see www.careers.lboro.ac.uk for further information.

The Alumni Career contact I spoke to helped me prepare for an assessment centre at her company, which gave me added confi dence on the day.

Nina Atherton Sports Science with Management, 2011

Careers

Are you an Employer? The Careers and Employability Centre’s Employer Liaison Team can help you raise your organisation’s profi le in a variety of ways including routing information to the appropriate academic departments and student groups, and providing facilities for presentations and graduate recruitment activities.

For further information please email employer.services@lboro.ac.uk

I have been, and continue to be, very happy to be an Alumni Career

Contact. I hope as a Presenter at BBC Radio 5 Live with 14 years experience that I’m able to point

aspiring journalists in the right direction and give them top tips to

kick-start their career.

Justine GreeneDrama, 1996

If you require further information, please contact us on:

01509 228649or email us at

alumni@lboro.ac.ukfor general enquiries

alumnievents@lboro.ac.uk for event enquiries

Alternatively, visit our website

www.lboro.ac.uk /alumni