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Prof Jane Macnaughton to be awarded Honorary Fellowship from The Royal College of Physicians of Ireland

Prof Jane Macnaughton, former Director of Institute for Medical Humanities, has been recognised for her ‘significant contribution to medicine, healthcare and medical education’ by The Royal College of Physicians of Ireland (RCPI).
Jane Macnaughton

Durham Energy Institute celebrates 15 years of innovation and collaboration

Durham Energy Institute (DEI) hosted its annual Energy Day this November focusing on the future of home energy solutions.
An image of Simone Abram presenting to a room of delegates

In memoriam: Dr Iain Edgar 1948 - 2021

The Anthropology Department at Durham is sorry to announce the death of Dr Iain Edgar, a dearly loved colleague and friend.
photo of Iain Edgar

University Lead Chaplain takes up role as Honorary Canon of Durham Cathedral

We would like to offer our congratulations to our University Lead Chaplain, Revd Canon Gavin Wort, who was installed as a Non-Residentiary Canon of Durham Cathedral at Choral Evensong on Sunday 26 November.
Durham Cathedral cloisters

Global Professional Services and International Partnership Award shortlists

As part of Durham Global Week, we are delighted to announce the shortlists for the Global Professional Services and International Partnership awards.
Gold glitter on a black background

Single-person meeting pod opening.

A new single-person meeting pod was opened for use in the Ogden Centre West (OCW) building.
Single-person meeting pod opening.

My Greenspace app monthly winners December 2024

Congratulations to our My Greenspace app monthly winners
Dec winners 2024

The My Greenspace July staff winners are... Vicky G, Susie G and Natalie C!

You've all been making the most of the sunshine this month and have been busy logging your positive actions to earn points and win prizes! Congratulations to our staff winners who have all earned £20 each to spend at a range of retailers.
The My Greenspace July staff winners are...

Working together for our county

We’re proud to be working together with partners for the good of our city, county and region – communities we’ve been part of for nearly 200 years. One key partner is our local authority, Durham County Council, and now we’ve committed to strengthening our already successful partnership.
Durham County Council Chief Executive John Hewitt and Durham University Vice-Chancellor Professor Karen O'Brien seated at a table, signing the refreshed Memorandum of Understanding between the two organisations

Explore our June Community Newsletter

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Botanic Garden

Durham Global Week 2024 Programme announced

We are delighted to announce the Programme of events for this year’s Durham Global Week, a celebration of the university's international impact, through our students, staff and connections Durham Global Week will take place from February 24 to March 3, 2024 and include over 30 events for staff, students, our the local and international communities and to enjoy.
Durham Global Week news, tapestry showing image of Lunar new year Dragon parade