Day: December 14, 2025
Mia Thornton: A Role Model for Hope Students In December 2025, Media & Communications students at Liverpool Hope University were treated to an inspiring talk from alumna Mia Thornton. A 2019 graduate of the English Language programme, Mia has since carved out a notable career that spans the BBC, CBBC, and her own award‑winning podcast series, […]
Celebrating Excellence: The 2025 Winter Graduation Ceremony On 11 and 12 December 2025, Loughborough University marked a milestone for hundreds of students who crossed the graduation floor. The ceremony, held against a striking purple backdrop emblazoned with the university crest, was more than a rite of passage for the graduates. It also served as a […]
Paul Sinton‑Hewitt: From Rhodesia to Global Running Movement Paul Sinton‑Hewitt’s story begins in the former Rhodesia, now Zimbabwe, where early life challenges shaped a resilient character. After moving to the United Kingdom in the mid‑1990s, he faced a low point marked by personal setbacks and a career slump. A serious injury that limited his ability […]
Understanding the Rationale Behind the Ban In December 2025, Australia became the first nation to prohibit users under 16 from accessing social media platforms. The decision was driven by growing concerns over cyberbullying, exposure to inappropriate content, and the exploitation of children’s data. Dr Asma Adnane, Senior Lecturer in Computer Science at Loughborough University, highlights that […]
Background: From FIFA to the Pitch The hashtag #JewGoal first appeared in the world of FIFA video games, where it described a particular type of goal that is easy to score. Over time, the term migrated into real‑world football commentary on social media, especially on X (formerly Twitter). A recent study by researchers at Loughborough […]
Apple’s YourTree Competition: A New Platform for Visual Communicators Apple’s annual YourTree competition has become a landmark event for designers worldwide, offering a chance to showcase creativity on a global stage. In 2025, the University for the Creative Arts (UCA) celebrated a proud moment when one of its MA Visual Communications graduates, Varsha Simha, secured […]
