This Week at Loughborough | 15 July
General:
Dual IAS Seminar: ‘Named after Nelson’ & digital creativity within archival practices
15 July 2024, 12pm-1pm, International House/Zoom
In the lead up to International Nelson Mandela Day (18 July), Institute of Advanced Studies (IAS) Visiting Fellow Dr Yolandi Burger and IAS Residential Fellow Ms Zandile Myeka will deliver a dual seminar.
Come and Sing: Vivaldi’s Gloria and Ivor Novello’s Music
21 July 2024, 9.30am-4pm, Peckleton Church (Leicester)
Bring a picnic and spend a day with the Loughborough University Choir to learn and perform Vivaldi’s ‘Gloria’ plus David Whittle’s rich arrangement of Ivor Novello’s songs, including ‘Keep the Home Fires Burning’ and ‘We’ll Gather Lilacs’. All singers are welcome, whatever your level of experience.
Summertime Socials:
Monday Chill Out – LU Arts Workshop: Embroidery – Create your own tote bag!
15 July 2024, 6.30pm-8.30pm, Royce Common Room
Join us for a delightful workshop led by our talented artworker, Gussi Philippou, as part of our Summertime Socials programme.
The workshop is beginner-friendly and suitable for everyone, regardless of skill level, so feel free to come along! Throughout the session, you’ll have the chance to make your own tote bag, using some fabric paint and embroidery techniques to decorate. There will also be a chance to try some 3D embroidery techniques using a range of materials.
Speaking Club
16 July 2024, 2pm-3pm, Design School (LDS018)
Every Tuesday over the summer period the International Student Experience Team are running a Speaking Club. Come along, practise your English speaking and listening skills with a chance to catch up with friends and meet new ones too. Ask any questions that you might have about life in the UK or just pop by for a general chit-chat and each week we will have a new topic to discuss – no need to book!
Active Wednesday – My Lifestyle: Summertime Games
17 July 2024, 6.30pm-8.30pm, Netball Centre (Zone 1)
The My Lifestyle programme is a FREE and inclusive recreational sport and physical activity offer, that is open to and welcomes everybody of any ability. Come along for our “Summertime Games” with the opportunity to catch up with friends and meet new ones!
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