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Hitting a home run for baseball and softball at Durham
Our student baseball and softball club recorded their most successful season this past academic year. We catch up with the club’s outgoing President, Jaryd Mercer, to find out more.
Durham theologians reflect on faith, justice, and the cosmos on flagship radio show
Two of our leading theologians shared their insights on a flagship UK radio programme that broadcasts expert reflections on faith, ethics, and human experience
Renowned conductor Tim Burke named as Principal Conductor of our Choral Society
Newcastle-based conductor and composer, Tim Burke, takes the reigns of our Choral Society (DUCS) following the retirement of John Forsyth MBE.
Durham startup success
A successful business startup, founded by David Weinkove, a Professor in our Biosciences department, and a former colleague, Chris Saunter, recently featured in a series of articles about entrepreneurs in The Times newspaper.
A life-long dream come true: ocean science and storytelling in Tonga
Alumna Rebecca Daniel (Biological Sciences, St Mary’s College, 2014-17) has been selected as one of only five people to join a unique marine research expedition in Tonga, led by Arksen and charity 10% for the Ocean.
‘Fabulous, formidable and visionary’: a television pioneer with a career rooted in Durham.
As a University community, we were saddened to hear of the recent death of our alumna and honorary graduate Biddy Baxter MBE. Her time spent in Durham in the 1950s played a formative role in an impressive career that influenced the lives of many young people.
New partnership brings Durham University research to life at Raby Castle
We’ve formalised our already productive collaboration with Raby Castle, connecting world-class research with one of the North East’s most iconic heritage sites.
Street Museum heritage project expands thanks to new funding
A heritage project that connects local communities with our world-class museum collections is expanding thanks to funding from the Esmée Fairbairn Communities & Collections Fund.
Chancellor Fiona Hill to launch new podcast at Durham Book Festival
Durham’s annual Book Festival will return from 10 – 12 October, welcoming a host of writers and thinkers from across the world, including our Chancellor, Dr Fiona Hill.
Durham professor contributes to UK Parliamentary intelligence report on Iran
Our renowned international relations expert, Professor Anoush Ehteshami, has played a key role in a high-profile Intelligence and Security Committee of Parliament (ISC) inquiry.
Durham joins £1.6m project to boost UK’s digital research capabilities
We are playing a key role in a new £1.6 million initiative to strengthen the UK’s digital research infrastructure.
Continued sustainability success for Durham in Green Gown Awards 2025
Two of our initiatives have been recognised as finalists in the 2025 Green Gown Awards for UK and Ireland, building on our continued commitment to sustainability.