Decoding Disinformation: A Visit to BBC Media Action
Last Tuesday, February 4, 2025, our LLP420 Media and Communication for Development and Social Change class, led by Dr. Jessica Noske-Turner, had…
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James Heyburn, Runner-Up for IDIA Annual Dissertation Prize, shares insights on his research
On Tuesday, 26th November, the Institute for Diplomacy and International Affairs proudly celebrated the recipients of its annual Dissertation Prizes. Runner-up James…
Kobi Essilfie Wins IDIA Annual Dissertation Prize for outstanding research.
On Tuesday, 26th November, the Institute for Diplomacy and International Affairs proudly celebrated the recipients of its annual Dissertation Prizes. The winner,…
Learning beyond the lecture: IDIA students experience diplomacy in action
Postgraduate students at the Institute for Diplomacy and International Affairs (IDIA) enjoy a unique learning experience that extends far beyond the classroom.…
Design in Organisations Module to host an engaging, industry-leading guest speaker lineup.
Design in Organisations module, run at the Institute for Creative Futures as part of MA/MSc Design Innovation and MSc Service Design Innovation…
Morality, Research and Debate
A blog post by Ginerva Grant In Morality, Research, and Debate, Ginerva Grant shares her experience debating the use of cluster bombs…
Loughborough London Family Fun Day
The third annual family fun day at Loughborough University London (LUL) took place on Tuesday the 3rd of September 2024. The purpose…
IMCI scholar Burçe Çelik’s book received the Runner-Up Award for Best Book of 2023 at International Communication Association,…
IMCI scholar Burçe Çelik’s book Communications in Turkey and Ottoman Empire: A Critical History received the Runner-Up Award for Best Book of…
The Hope of ‘the moment’: NGO’s and the ‘Local Turn’
By Postgraduate Student Ginerva Grant ‘They make a desolation and call it peace’ (Ali, Farewell, 1997, line 2) On Thursday the 9th…
Canal Strategy and Future Governance Launch Event Summary
Loughborough University London’s Dr Anna Grosman and Dr Sharon Prendeville, hosted the Canal Strategy and Future Governance launch event earlier this year…
Morality, Research and Debate
By Ginerva Grant In my capacity as institute representative for IDIG, my peers and I put on a debate in the parliamentary…
Uncovering the key factors influencing negotiation behaviour
By Elizaveta Lapina Exploring the extent of cultural influence on negotiation processes, along with the role of personality traits, academic background, and…
Ukraine and the Kurdish Question: A Dissertation Reflection
In 2024 Will Marshall was one of two winners of IDIG’s prize for best dissertation. In this blog post, he reflects on…
Playing Politics: Public Diplomacy in Football
By Eamonn West, Winner of the 2022 Dissertation Prize in the Institute for Diplomacy and International Governance, Loughborough University London The blurring…
Reflections on the Writing of my Dissertation
By Christian Scott, Winner of the Runners Up 2022 Dissertation Prize in the Institute for Diplomacy and International Governance, Loughborough University London …
Diplomacy in Practice: Diplomacy Students’ Real-World Diplomat Encounters
Diplomacy in Practice: Diplomacy Students' Real-World Diplomat Encounters Shradha Sharma insights: As master’s students of diplomacy pursuing various related programs like MSc.…
Harnessing the Potential of London’s Canalside Spaces
By Sharon Prendeville and Anna Grosman Sasha Galitzine from community project ‘Gerry’s Pompeii’1 speaking about their initiative during the boat tour On…
Inside the Profession Series: A Visit to the Foreign Commonwealth and Development Office (FCDO), with British Diplomat Chris…
By Andrew Amaechi and Naomi Osuoza In an exciting segment of the Institute of Diplomacy and International Governance's "Inside the Profession" series,…
An evening at the Embassy with Professor Helen Drake, Director of the Institute for Diplomacy and International Affairs
A surprise invitation to a ‘soirée Festival de rugby’ – an evening festival of rugby –saw me navigate the grandeur of the…
Halfway to 2030: presences, absences and spaces for hope
If on nothing else in the lead up to the SDG Summit last month, there was certainly consensus on the disappointing state…
International Workshop on Refugees’ Employment and Integration
The report titled “Challenges and opportunities for the employment of refugees in late industrialising countries“ is now available (please find below). This…
Researching Protest and Wildfires on Digital Media in California
The Fulbright Programme was established by Senator J. William Fulbright in 1946. Its purpose is to facilitate cultural diplomacy and intercultural learning.…
Redesigning our Relations through the Commons
The ongoing breakdown of our ecological lifeworlds is propelled by outmoded social systems that must be redesigned to ensure the safe and…
Design Ecologies for Times of Crisis
Peatland Ecologies. In Ireland peat sustained rural communities for Centuries. As a carbon sink and non-renewable resource within human lifetimes, these communities…
Designing Dreams: A Journey Through My MSc in Design
Prof. Charlotte Croffie and Snigdha Hore Today as I sit here to reflect back on my experience as Masters student in Loughborough…
Empowering Minds: My Journey as a #Me Facilitator in Nurturing Mental Well-Being
Written by: Ayush Choudhary Finding a Safe SpaceImagine a place where you can openly discuss your emotions with peers who truly understand,…
Diplomacy Talk and Social: Students of IDIG Meet British Diplomat
“Are diplomats still relevant?” “How has diplomacy changed?” “What are the preconditions for a successful diplomatic endeavour?” These are some of the…
How the European Political Community can help bring peace to Europe
The European Political Community (EPC) was established in 2022 as a forum for cooperation between European countries. Ahead of the next EPC…
The EU needs to foster tech — not just regulate it
Written by Dermot Hodson Negotiations over the European Union Artificial Intelligence Act entered their end game this week after a vote in…
Institute for Innovation and Entrepreneurship (IIE) launches an MSc Programme in Digital Entrepreneurship
By Gloria Manuel1 The MSc programme in Digital Entrepreneurship is one of the newest programmes in the Institute for Innovation and Entrepreneurship…
Loughborough University London and Samosa Media collaborative project supports bilingual learning in the curriculum for 11-18 year olds
Samosa Media challenged a group of 20 students enrolled in Masters’ programmes at the Institute for Creative Futures, Loughborough University London, to…
Institute for International Management hosted the launch of Global Production, National Institutions, and Skill Formation (Oxford University Press,…
On 3rd November, the Institute for International Management (IIM) at Loughborough University London hosted the launch of Dr Merve Sancak's book Global…
Behind the Scenes: Students get an insider view of an International Development Communications team
A few students from the Global Communication for Social Change MA programme. Practical Action’s External Engagement and Marketing Manager, Oliver Arnold-Richards, and…
Towards a Caring Community at Loughborough University London
A programme of activities was developed at Loughborough University London as a response to the need to do more in the community…
Indonesian Embassy’s Deputy Chief of Mission Delivered Talk in IDIG Negotiation Module
On the 9th of December 2021, IDIG module on International Negotiation, led by Dr. Nicola Chelotti, invited a diplomat from the Indonesian…
Institute for International Management Alumni Event
Every term, the Institute for International Management (IIM) organises at least one alumni event that allows our current students to meet former…
Master’s Students on Peace-building Course Discuss Partner-driven Engagement
Master’s students on the course Peace-building, taken by students on the MSc Security, Peace-buidling and Diplomacy, as well as other programmes at…
When Sarayaku smiles
Ana Cristina Suzina, Leverhulme Early Career Fellowship The rain was falling so much that my poncho was soaked, and I kept my…
Gender Mainstreaming in Peacebuilding
Dr An Jacobs, Visiting Fellow at the Institute for Diplomacy and International Governance (IDIG) and Senior Lecturer at Nottingham Trent University and Dr Katerina Krulisova,…
IDIG Speaker Series 2021-22 Continues with Prof Simon Dalby on Rethinking Environmental Security.
On 19th November 2021, the IDIG Speaker Series 2021-22 had the privilege of hosting Prof Simon Dalby from Balsillie School of International…
A recently published Special Issue explores The Value of Design-driven Entrepreneurship
Dr Ida Telalbasic, from Loughborough University London, is driving an emerging area of transdisciplinary and international research, bridging design innovation and entrepreneurship.…
Global Health Diplomacy on the Rise: why should we care?
In this blog post, Sabrina Luh, MSc in Public Policy and Human Development, together with our colleague, Dr Dorina Baltag, Postdoctoral Researcher…
Ending the ‘rule of thieves’: Maia Sandu and the fight against corruption in Moldova
In this blog, Dr. Dorina Baltag and her colleague Isabell Burmester share insights from their research on the role of social and…
IDIG Speaker Series 2021-22 Launches with Reflections on Climate Change, Governance and Multiple Crises
Dr Tatevik Mnatsakanyan Lecturer at the Institute for Diplomacy and International Governance, Loughborough University London. On 18th October, the IDIG Speaker Series…
Join the student panel
We need the views of current students to help the University shape its approach in different areas, including the development of brand…
Get involved in the Initiate Programme
Join the Loughborough Enterprise Network (LEN) Team, LSU Enterprise and special guests for a series of workshops on how to get your…
Loughborough supports WHO’s World Mental Health Day
Did you know 10th October, is World Mental Health Day? Loughborough University London joins the World Health Organization and its stakeholders in…
IT Services: How can we help you?
Welcome to the Student Support Services spotlight series! In this series, we will introduce you to all our of Student Support Services…
Future Space: How can we help you?
Welcome to the Student Support Services spotlight series! In this series, we will introduce you to all our of Student Support Services…
Welfare: How can we help you?
Welcome to the Student Support Services spotlight series! In this series, we will introduce you to all our of Student Support Services…
The Collaborative Project: Samarkand
Samarkand is a cross-border eCommerce company focused on connecting Western brands with China, the world’s largest eCommerce market. Samarkand aims to make…
The Library Services Spotlight: How can we help you?
Welcome to the Student Support Services spotlight series! In this series, we will introduce you to all our of Student Support Services…
Student Services Spotlight: How can we help you?
Welcome to the Student Support Services spotlight series! In this series, we will introduce you to all our of Student Support Services…
The Collaborative Project: Working with Samarkand
The Collaborative Project module allows our students to address a brief provided by a real business or organisation. As part of the…
Evolving your business competition – Vote Now!
We are proud to present this year's evolve competition submissions! Evolve is a dedicated validator programme committed to supporting Loughborough University Student…
Getting to know our Institute for Diplomacy and International Governance
The Institute for Diplomacy and International Governance (IDIG) is one of our seven Institutes here at Loughborough University London. In this blog…
Launch your business with The Studio
The Studio is currently accepting applications from finalists who want to launch their own businesses, and graduates from the last five years.…
IDIG Recommendations: Podcasts, Radio and TV Shows
What podcasts should an Institute for Diplomacy and International Governance (IDIG) student listen to? We asked some of our IDIG academics, fellows and PhD…
London SME’s: We need you!
Since March 2020, Loughborough University London’s Digital Skills Programme has helped around 150 London based SME’s to grow capacity, increase audience and…
#Be Kind: Let’s Talk Mental Health
The #BeKind series is a mini-blog series that forms part of our LSU blog series. In this blog, Loughborough Students’ Union (LSU) London School…
New Programme Spotlight Series: MSc Artificial Intelligence and Data Analytics
The ‘New Programme Spotlight Series' will be looking at all of our exciting new programmes, launching in October 2021. This blog will…
New Programme Spotlight Series: MSc Diplomacy, Politics and Trade
The ‘New Programme Spotlight Series' will be looking at all of our exciting new programmes, launching in October 2021. This blog will…
New Programme Spotlight Series: MSc Service Design Innovation
The New Programme Spotlight Series will be looking at all of our exciting new programmes, launching in October 2021. This blog will…
Postal loans at the Library
We’re pleased to announce that we have now restarted postal loans between Pilkington Library in Loughborough and the London campus! If there…
Working with RingCentral on the Collaborative Project
We recently caught up with RingCentral about their experience working alongside our students on the Collaborative Project. With the Collaborative Project Show…
Loughborough University London 3D Modelling Collaboration
This blog is about current Sport Business and Innovation MSc student, Carl McMullen, who has had the opportunity to work with Football…
Digital Skills Programme Summer Projects 2021: Applications are open!
The Digital Skills Programme team are now speaking with organisations, looking to secure 5-10 work insight projects for student participation over the…
Interview with Ashley Grey: The Collaborative Project
RingCentral recently caught up with our very own Ashley Gray to discuss Loughborough University London's learning partnerships and the unique, innovative and…
LSU blog series: Student accommodation during a Pandemic
Welcome to the third LSU blog for Loughborough University London students! In this blog, Loughborough Students' Union (LSU) London School President, Amie…
The role of the European Parliament in managing Brexit
In this blog for LSE, Lecturer in Diplomacy and International Governance, Dr Nicola Chelotti, together with Edoardo Bressanelli and Wilhelm Lehmann explore the role of…
Media and Creative Industries academic in the media
Dr Ana Cristina Suzina, Doctoral Prize Fellow within the Institute for Media and Creative Industries has recently been featured in newspapers around…
Evolve London – Our first Postgraduate Business Validator Programme!
Are you a current London student or 2020 graduate with a business idea? Do you want priority support to figure out how…
Working with the International Paralympic Committee (IPC) for my Collaborative Project
MA students in the Institute for Media and Creative Industries (IMCI) are currently preparing to present their midway presentation to their partner…
My Collaborative Project experience so far with Ogilvy Health
In this blog, current MSc Digital Marketing student, Vishal, talks about his Collaborative Project experience with Ogilvy Health. The Collaborative Project is…
LSU blog series: Remote Living
Welcome to the second LSU blog for Loughborough University London students! In this blog, Loughborough Students' Union (LSU) London School President, Amie…
Working with external organisations during my master’s
In this blog, current student Shrey talks about his experience working with organisations as part of his MSc Sport Business and Innovation…
Global Communication and Social Change: an open access reading list
Dr Jessica Noske-Turner, Senior Lecturer and Programme Director of the MA Global Communication and Social Change programme, offers her reading recommendations from…
Meet the panel from the ‘Women in Everything’ series
This 'Women in Everything' series was created by the Women in Sport Group in celebration of International Women’s Day and featured a…
Institute for International Management academics write for The Conversation
The Director of the Institute for International Management, Dr Gerhard Schnyder and Visiting Fellow, Dr Luda Svystunova recently wrote an article which…
The show must go on(line)! Institute for Media and Creative Industries students experience a virtual poster event
Students in the Institute for Media and Creative Industries (IMCI) recently presented their research proposals at a virtual poster event. The academic…
Research Spotlight: IIM
Welcome to back to our research spotlight! In this blog, we will take a look at some of the ongoing research projects…
Booking for the Doctoral Wellbeing Fortnight are now open!
Following the success and feedback of Loughborough University's first Doctoral Wellbeing Week last year, an online event from 1-12 March 2021 has…
Call for participants: Student focus groups on Race Equality
We are committed to eradicating racial inequality and creating an inclusive educational environment where everyone, regardless of their race, ethnicity, or national…
Institute Director for International Management features on Real Talk
Dr. Gerhard Schnyder recently guest starred on an episode of ‘Real Talk’ to consider the new dawn of higher education for 2021…
Loughborough’s Education Advancement Programme (LEAP)
LEAP (Loughborough’s Education Advancement Programme) is an exciting new initiative that aims to increase the participation in Higher Education amongst students in…
Reflecting on our PhD Community
Loughborough University London’s prestigious PhD community are rapidly becoming trailblazers in their respective sectors. Despite the challenges faced in 2020, our students…
Qualitative Research in Sport Management
Academics associated with the Institute for Sport Business have recently published the second edition of Qualitative Research in Sport Management. This book…
Reflection on Semester 1: Haihan’s story
In this blog, current MSc Sport Technologies and Analytics student, Haihan, shares their reflections on their time at Loughborough University London so…
Loughborough University London as part of The Southern Africa Innovation Programme
For the past two years, Loughborough University London has delivered a training programme within the SAIS 2 (Southern Africa Innovation Support Program)…
Will virtual learning be missed in 2021?
In this blog, current Student Ambassador, Maria, shares her experience of adapting to a new virtual environment and format of teaching, in…
Studying in the UK: Karen’s experience
In the blog, alumna Jing Liu (Karen), shares her experience as an international student studying in the UK and how the skills…
Life as MSc Digital Marketing student: Vishal’s experience
In this blog, Digital Marketing MSc student and student ambassador, Vishal, will share his experience studying at Loughborough University London so far.…
Meet Sakinah: An Inspiring Success scholar
Sakinah is one of our 2020 Inspiring Success scholars and in this short blog, she will share her experience studying at Loughborough…
Introducing our new Student Ambassadors
We’ve recently welcomed our new cohort of students for the 2020-21 academic year, including 15 new Student Ambassadors. Take a look below…
The Poster Project led by LU Arts
LU Arts is encouraging the Loughborough University and the Loughborough University London community to campaign for a better world by designing your own…
Top tips for students arriving to campus in January
Whether your arriving to the UK for the first time or are just about to start your educational journey at Loughborough University…
An Introduction to the Future Space Team
Hello! I’m Ben Cole, Head of Strategic Projects and Future Space at Loughborough University London. Future Space was designed to support our…
An interview with Dean’s Award for Enterprise scholar, Daniel Jennings
In a recent interview with NimbleFins, current MSc Sport Marketing student and the 2020-21 Dean's Award for Enterprise scholar, Daniel, spoke about…
Recharge your batteries with LU Arts’ Self-Care Sundays
This term, LU Arts is launching Self-Care Sundays to help you take some time out for yourself and recharge your batteries ready…
Institute of Diplomacy and International Governance – Student Tricks and Tools Series
In his second blog, MSc Diplomacy, Business and Trade student, Yasser, discusses the tricks and tools that students may find useful to…
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