We’re part of a group of leading UK universities supporting women entrepreneurs through the launch of the UK’s first WE Innovate National network.

Archaeologists have uncovered new evidence about an ancient Mesopotamian landscape, offering fresh insight into the legacy of black slavery during the early Islamic Period.

Our annual telephone appeal runs each year to raise essential funds to enable our students to embrace their university experience. The funds raised provide essential support, bursaries and employability grants for students needing financial help. Thanks to the generosity of our alumni and friends we can ensure that all students, irrespective of background or circumstances, can realise their potential.

Tributes have been paid to Durham graduate Andrew Norfolk, the award-winning journalist who exposed the Rotherham grooming gang scandal in the UK.

Following the appointment of Pope Leo XIV, our Theology and Religion experts have been commenting on the new Pope and head of the Catholic Church.

On 8 May, Durham University hosted the 10th Annual Chancellor’s Circle Dinner at the historic Ironmongers’ Hall in London. The evening, hosted by University Chancellor Dr Fiona Hill, celebrated the impact of the group’s transformational giving on the University community.

The co-leader of the Green Party of England and Wales has told how she decided to dedicate her life to tackling climate change while a student at Durham.

We are paying tribute to the Second World War generation from across the United Kingdom (UK) and Commonwealth on the 80th anniversary of Victory in Europe (VE) Day.

The sky’s the limit as reigning UK champions Northern Lights A Cappella place third at the world finals of the International Championship of Collegiate A Cappella in America.

We have welcomed Dr Anthea M. Hartig, Elizabeth MacMillan Director of the Smithsonian’s National Museum of American History to our University – marking a significant milestone in our growing collaboration.

The Chapel Choir of University College are embarking on an ambitious and heartfelt project to record a new album in memory of Telegraph journalist David Knowles (BA in Theology, University College, 2010-14; MA in Biblical Studies, College of St Hild and St Bede, 2014-16), who sadly died in September last year. David was a much-loved Castle alumnus and talented musician whose warmth, generosity and passion for storytelling left a lasting impact on all who knew him.

Our Vice-Chancellor and Warden, Professor Karen O’Brien, joined College Principal, Professor Tom Mole and alumni and friends of Van Mildert College on Thursday 3 April for the latest in the celebrations of the College’s 60th anniversary.