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Introducing your library account summary emails
Now that we have automatic renewals in place, we will be sending out a monthly summary email detailing any loans or charges you have on your library account. This is to help you to keep track of your borrowed items and any outstanding fees you may have.
Apply for our Archives and Special Collections Experience Day
As part of expanding our offer to Durham University Students, the Archives and Special Collections team at Palace Green Library will be running our second Student Experience Day on Thursday 8 June.
Durham University Research Publications Policy
Durham University has published its Research Publication Policy as part of its commitment to support open and reproducible research.
Upgrade to IT equipment in Silent Zone of Bill Bryson Library
Our Silent Zone PC Room and Disability Support rooms on Level 1 of Bill Bryson Library will be unavailable from Monday 27 – Friday 31 March.
PA replacement work at Bill Bryson Library
Replacement works will be carried out on the PA system in Bill Bryson Library from Tuesday 21 March to Friday 24 March. The works will take place overnight, starting from 5pm and finishing by 7.30am each day.
Joining the SafePod Network
Approved researchers at Durham University will now be able to securely access Government Administration data to better understand our society and economy, as the University joins the national SafePod Network.
Christmas Tree wish campaign makes wishes come
Our staff and students are supporting local charities to make Christmas dreams come true, with their annual Christmas Wish Tree Appeal.
Exploring the University’s past to inform our present
Two Library and Collections projects are being undertaken to explore the University’s history, as part of the broader Race Equality Charter action plan.
Oriental Museum welcomes Master Japanese Potter
Master Japanese potter Keigo Kamide is visiting the Oriental Museum on Wednesday 23 November, to give a free talk about his art and the ancient craft of Kutani. His talk will be illustrated with a selected display of his works for visitors to enjoy.
Group study spaces unavailable at the Teaching and Learning Centre
Our group study spaces on the 2nd floor of the Teaching and Learning Centre will be unavailable on Wednesday 2 November, due to the STEM Fair taking place.
Liberate My Library!
This Black History Month, we’re highlighting the opportunity available to all Durham University staff and students to help us diversify our collections.
Two Exciting New Exhibitions at the Oriental Museum
The Oriental Museum launches two exciting, new exhibitions this month, both will run from 1 October to May 2023.