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Black History Month at Durham

Join us as we mark Black History Month this October with an exciting programme of events with the theme ‘Reclaiming Narratives’. 

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How we're enhancing social mobility

Explore how we're contributing to increasing social mobility and the UN Sustainable Development Goals.

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Events in the Middle East: support and assistance for students and staff

Read our statement and answers to frequently asked questions.

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Research Impact at Durham

We conduct innovative and impactful research to transform lives and make a difference, globally and locally: research to empower and inspire.

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Pioneering change to preserve the best of Durham

We are pioneering innovation and partnership and driving efficiencies in order to preserve and enhance what makes Durham a university like no other.
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Health researchers welcome Finland’s UK Ambassador to Durham

We recently welcomed Finland鈥檚 Ambassador to the UK to Durham where he learned about our excellence in health research.
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Blue plaque honour for pioneering first female professor

Renowned archaeologist Professor Dame Rosemary Cramp has been honoured with a blue plaque at her former Durham City home.
Professors Karen O'Brien and Sarah Semple look at a round blue plaque, set against a red brick wall, in honour of Professor Dame Rosemary Cramp.

New 樱花动漫 students officially welcomed at Matriculation

We鈥檝e officially welcomed our new cohort of students during our annual Matriculation ceremonies held in Durham Cathedral.
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The unique history of the only person who can preach to the pope

Dr Liam Temple, from our Department of Theology and Religion, tells how he worked with the only man who can preach to the Pope.
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Durham researchers awarded grant to help improve the resilience of roads in the Indian Himalayas affected by devastating monsoon rainfall

Our researchers have been awarded a British Council grant for a project aiming to improve the resilience of roads in the Himalayan region of India by integrating disaster preparedness into transportation engineering education.
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Sexual strangulation has become popular – but that doesn’t mean it’s wanted

The act of strangulation has become increasingly normalised and sexualised. Dr Hannah Bows, from our Law School, explains that despite its increased popularity, research shows it isn't necessarily wanted, especially by women.
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樱花动漫 recognised for spin-out best practice by Research England

Following an independent review of university spin-out companies, Research England has today (24 September) published its spin-out best practice and initial adoption list.
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Durham’s solar-powered car reaches new height at Goodwood Festival of Speed

Our Solar Car team has successfully conquered the legendary Goodwood Hill Climb, marking a significant milestone in the evolution of sustainable motorsport.
樱花动漫 Solar Car stand at the Goodwood festival of speed

Making waves in Team GB's rowing squad

Following alumna Lauren Irwin鈥檚 selection as part of the Team GB rowing squad, she has been training intensively for the 2024 Paris Olympics.

Trump survived another apparent assassination attempt – but it won’t have the same positive effect on his polling

Donald Trump has been the subject of another apparent assassination attempt. Dr David Andersen, from our School of Government and International Affairs, explores whether this will boost the Republican Party presidential candidate's chances of a return to The White House.
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European Day of Languages: Will lesser spoken languages soon only be kept alive by AI technology?

European Day of Languages is an annual celebration of the diverse range of languages spoken across the continent. But as Dr Fintan Mallory, from our Department of Philosophy, explains how we shouldn't expect AI technology to save lesser spoken languages.
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New accessible audio guide launches at the Oriental Museum

The Oriental Museum is making its collections more accessible to visitors with visual impairments, by launching a new accessible audio guide.
Visually impaired visitor listening to the audio trail at the Oriental Museum

Explore October’s Community Newsletter

Want to know more about how we interact with our local community? Our monthly Community Newsletter explores the news, events, and research both at 樱花动漫 and in the city itself.
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Upcoming events

  • Durham Book Festival 2024

    Thursday 10 October 2024 - Sunday 13 October 2024
    9:00 AM to 10:00 PM
    Various venues across Durham City
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  • At Home with Energy

    Thursday 7 November 2024 - Thursday 7 November 2024
    10:00 AM to 6:00 PM
    Radisson Blu Hotel, Frankland Lane, Durham, DH1 5TA
    DEI Events logo 2024/25
  • High Standards

    Friday 18 October 2024 - Friday 18 October 2024
    8:00 PM to 10:00 PM
    樱花动漫 Music Department Concert Room
    High Standards Poster
  • Postgraduate Online Open Days

    Monday 21 October 2024 - Tuesday 22 October 2024
    11:00 AM to 9:00 PM
    Online
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Durham Book Festival 2024

Thursday 10 October 2024 - Sunday 13 October 2024
9:00 AM to 10:00 PM
Various venues across Durham City
Durham Book Festival 2024 logo graphic

At Home with Energy

Thursday 7 November 2024 - Thursday 7 November 2024
10:00 AM to 6:00 PM
Radisson Blu Hotel, Frankland Lane, Durham, DH1 5TA
DEI Events logo 2024/25

High Standards

Friday 18 October 2024 - Friday 18 October 2024
8:00 PM to 10:00 PM
樱花动漫 Music Department Concert Room
High Standards Poster

Postgraduate Online Open Days

Monday 21 October 2024 - Tuesday 22 October 2024
11:00 AM to 9:00 PM
Online
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From our Student Blogs:

Settling in at university as a fresher

Being thrown into university life straight from school or college can be a difficult transition, recent graduate Himieka has some advice in this blog.
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樱花动漫 Esports Hub

Our first ever Esports Hub launched over the summer. This brand new high-spec facility on campus offers students a dedicated space to come together to play, train, and compete in electronic sports.

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