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A word from our new Vice-Chancellor
Our new Vice-Chancellor and Warden, Professor Karen O’Brien, introduces herself and acknowledges two current initiatives that demonstrate how the University can benefit and is benefitting the North-East.
Buddha’s Birthday celebrations at the Oriental Museum
Our Oriental Museum will be hosting its annual Buddha’s Birthday celebration on Sunday 15 May from 12-4pm.
Remember your reusable cups!
Last year, only 5 per cent of hot drinks sold in DU cafes were served in a reusable cup. That's 3000k of single use cups going straight into the bin.
Modern history cave art produced to celebrate new video game
One of our archaeologists has helped to create modern history as cave art to celebrate the launch of a new video game.
Ruth First House mural restored
Last week we joined Durham Parish Council to unveil the restoration of a mural at Ruth First House.
In the Shadow of the Mine: Professor Ray Hudson on the 40th anniversary of the UK miners’ strikes
This week marks the 40th anniversary of the start of the UK miners’ strikes of the 1980s.
International Student Testimonials
Two international post-graduate students reflect on their time at Durham University so far.
Community events with a big impact
Our Vice-Chancellor Professor Karen O'Brien shares some events taking place in Durham this spring.
Justice Brian Preston Awarded Officer of the Order of Australia
Justice Brian Preston has been awarded as an Officer of the Order of Australia – the second highest level award in the General Division of the Order of Australia.
New publication edited by two Honorary Fellows (Margaret Harvey and Lynda Rollason)
New publication by two History Honorary Fellows, Margaret Harvey and Lynda Rollason
Spotlight on… Eco DU
'EcoDU is a student environmental justice society, run by Durham undergraduate and postgraduate students!
Durham Engineer named in the prestigious Northern Power Women – Future List
Dr Beth Barnes from our top-rated Engineering department has recently been named in the 2024 Northern Power Women – Future List.