May 2026 News
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Loughborough alumni build community boxing gym in Tanzania through Project IPPO
A group of ÑÇÖÞÇéÉ« alumni have successfully built a community-led boxing gym on Ukerewe Island, Tanzania, marking the launch of their first international initiative, Project IPPO.
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Astrik Studio chosen as regional finalist for UK StartUp Awards 2026
Astrik Studio, founded by Loughborough alum Annabelle Cole (Graphic Communication and Illustration BA, 2022), has been chosen as a regional finalist (Wales) for the UK StartUp Awards 2026.
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A wonderful Alumni Reunion Weekend in Loughborough and beyond
From 15–17 May 2026, ÑÇÖÞÇéÉ« welcomed alumni back to campus for a memorable Alumni Reunion Weekend, while graduates across the globe joined in the celebrations through a series of events organised by Global Alumni Ambassadors.
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Ring Buddy offers alumni 10% off
Alum Adam Gilks (Social Psychology BSc, 2008) is the cofounder of Ring Buddy, a wristband to wear to keep your rings safe when in the gym.
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Alum launches free app to make money feel less intimidating
Emily Boxall (English BA, 2020) has launched 2mins, a free app designed to make financial education more engaging and accessible for young people.
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Loughborough-founded start-up Tzuka launches flagship sports earbuds
Tzuka, a consumer electronics start-up developing what it describes as category-defining earbuds for functional fitness athletes, officially launched its flagship product on 2 May 2026. The company was founded by ÑÇÖÞÇéÉ« alum Tom Jelliffe (Geography and Business Management BSc, 2018) and has been based in LUinc. (the University’s incubator hub) for the past six years.