The service, which is open to all students and staff, will be held to remember all whose lives have been touched or ended by wars, including those who lost their lives during the First and Second World Wars. The ceremony will include an act of commemoration with a two-minute silence and wreath laying. This is an important opportunity for our University community to gather and reflect on past sacrifices and the privilege of living in a country where peace is sustained.
Refreshments will be available in the University Chaplaincy (first floor, Edward Herbert Building) following the service. Please note the service will be held in the Chapel if poor weather conditions are forecast. For more information, please contact chaplaincy@lboro.ac.uk.
Information about Armistice Day
The agreement to end the fighting of the First World War, also known as the Armistice, began at 11am on 11 November 1918. Since then, services have been held on Armistice Day ( 11 November) as well as the closest Sunday, which is commonly referred to as Remembrance Day (which will be held on 8 November this year).
Originally to remember all those who gave their lives in the First World War, the day's focus has expanded to include all those whose lives have been ended or impacted by wars and conflicts to this day, and to recommit to peace.
During the period leading up Armistice Day and Remembrance Sunday, poppies are traditionally worn as a symbol of remembrance. Students and staff may also notice an increased military presence in Loughborough and London, as those serving in the armed forces and veterans wear their uniforms and gather for services and parades.
University support for students and staff
There is instability and conflict across the world, and we know that this has an impact on our community, both directly and indirectly. If you feel you need support, or would like to talk to someone, the University offers the following services:
Support for students
There is support available for all students affected by conflict or who have experienced conflict anywhere in the world.
Student Services (Email: studentwellbeing@lboro.ac.uk, Tel: 01509 222765) offers a range of support, including mental health and wellbeing, and advice specifically for international students. One-to-one support with an advisor is also available. If you would like to access this support, please complete the online referral form or call the number above.
The University Chaplaincy is committed to supporting the welfare of all students, regardless of faith or belief and provides a timely, confidential and non-judgemental listening service. A 1:1 appointment (in person, online or by phone) can be booked by emailing chaplaincy@lboro.ac.uk.
If you feel your studies are being affected, you can contact your Academic School and/or Personal Tutors so that we can provide the right support to you. If you wish, you can also submit an individual Mitigating Circumstances claim to explain how you have been impacted by recent events. More information on this can be found in the Student Handbook.
Support for staff
Colleagues can access emotional support through our Employee Assistance Programme. More information can be found on our People and Organisational Development website.
The University Chaplaincy is committed to supporting the welfare of all staff, regardless of faith or belief and provides a timely, confidential and non-judgemental listening service. A 1:1 appointment (in person, online or by phone) can be booked by emailing chaplaincy@lboro.ac.uk.
Should you need some time away, we would like to draw attention to our compassionate leave arrangements, including our specific policy in relation to stress connected to protected characteristics, which offers pre-approved compassionate leave for reasons such as race-based stress.