We asked international students what their favourite thing is about Loughborough
It wasn’t Papa Si’s
International students make up a huge part of our student body, bringing with them new rich experiences and cultures.
We headed to the SU on International Day to ask people what was their favourite thing about our Midlands town.
Berenice, Chemical Engineering, Fresher
“It’s a clean place, love all the trees! And the friendships you make here are great.”
Yixin, Materials, PhD student
“It’s safe, quiet and cheap. No shopping mall, but the environment is friendly. My parents are happy that its a small and safe, like a village. ”
Sebastien, Financial Maths, Fresher
“The best thing is just how friendly people are.”
Shun, Mechanical Engineering, Fresher
“The whole positive atmosphere here and all the opportunities to play sport.”
Loki, History, Politics and International Relations, Finalist
“The community, especially the international community here. Loughborough has a way of making it all special.”
Marina, Media and Communications, Second year
“There’s so so much you can get involved in, I love it!”
Arianna, Publishing and English, Fresher
“That it’s hidden away and in a great location, just over an hour away from London.”
Nishandh, Sport Management, Fresher
“The sports facilities for football are amazing, from recreational to elite.”
Rebecca, Air Transport Management, Second year
“Its complete. It has everything. Societies, partying, good lectures – everything.”
Steph, Business and Economics, Second year
“The halls, I love Bill Mo. The Sing Off is amazing!”
Sahar, Architectural Engineering, Finalist
“Compact and small town, safe and good for socialising.”
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