Events

Ready to dive into the fascinating world of Korea? Join us on Thursday, March 21st, to learn about its culture from our own PhD researcher from South Korea, Jeongju, and have fun! Bring your questions about Korea along.    

Between 1765 and 1771 (under the influence of his friend Peter Perez Burdett), Joseph Wright of Derby (1734-97) created three major paintings with ‘scientific themes’: A Philosopher Lecturing on the Orrery, A Bird in the Air Pump, and The Alchymist. His use of dramatic chiaroscuro effects has led him to be dubbed Painter of Light …

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A modern classic in which John le Carré expertly creates a total vision of a secret world, Tinker, Tailor, Soldier, Spy begins George Smiley's chess match of wills and wits with Karla, his Soviet counterpart. It is now beyond a doubt that a mole, implanted decades ago by Moscow Centre, has burrowed his way into the …

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Come join us for a laid-back evening filled with engaging conversations, laughter, and an all-around good time. Whether you're looking to meet new people, catch up with old friends, or simply enjoy a break from the routine, this meet-up is for you! 

oin us for a day on heritage buses, with routes in the countryside around Loughborough (including an open-top bus if the weather permits). We’ll be catching a train to Quorn, where the bus rally is being held, and get a train on the branch line to Mountsorrel and catch a bus back to Quorn. We’ll …

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Join us for a trip to the picturesque village of Cromford in the Peak District. We’ll visit an amazing book shop across 3 floors, with rooms of various book genres and a cafe. There are some nice walks to go on after lunch at the cafe, or bring a packed lunch we can eat by …

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Hey fellow PhD students, take a break from your research and join us for a magical movie night featuring "Harry Potter"! Let's unwind and enjoy some wizarding fun together. Bring your wands, house scarves, and maybe a potion or two. Let's relive the magic of Hogwarts. Can't wait to see you all there! We are …

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Win free tickets to the Van Gogh Experience in Leicester! Express your interest (until 27/05) using the form https://app.onlinesurveys.jisc.ac.uk/s/lboro/van-gogh Four lucky winners will be selected randomly to receive free tickets for this unforgettable experience during the Tuesday coffee meet-up (29/05). We will be catching the Derby - Leicester skylink bus from the bus stop Lemyngton …

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Join the SSN for a free beginner’s salsa class! No experience or partner necessary, just wear some comfy shoes and discover crossbody salsa in a fun and social class.   If you have some dance experience, join Lisa for the social dancing and intermediate class from 8pm, just £3 with your student ID! 

Charlie, a highly-strung, openly gay over-thinker, and Nick, a cheerful, soft-hearted rugby player, meet at a British all-boys grammar school. Friendship blooms quickly, but could there be something more...? Charlie Spring is in Year 10 at Truham Grammar School for Boys. The past year hasn't been too great, but at least he's not being bullied anymore. …

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Join the PhD SSN for a guided walking tour of Nottingham city centre!We will have a two-hour tour of the city with Darren, our professional, friendly and extremely knowledgeable tour guide. The fun and informative tour will include visiting some of the most historic buildings and places of interest in the city. Even if you …

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Join us on a lovely walk to Rothley, where we’ll catch a heritage steam train back to Loughborough. Along the route we’ll pass through fields and forests, past Swithland Reservoir and the Great Central Railway (GCR) with nice views of the heritage trains passing through beautiful countryside and we’ll walk through the lovely village of …

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