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Contributing to the cultural vibrancy and wellbeing of North East England

As a new academic year begins, we’re reflecting on the positive impact we have on North East England. Part one of our two-part series explored how we’re driving inclusive growth. In part two, discover how we’re contributing to the cultural vibrancy of our region and enhancing the health and wellbeing of local communities.
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Nature Positive: We're Highly Commended in the International Green Gown Awards

We're delighted to announce that our project entitled 'Enhancing Biodiversity at Durham' has been Highly Commended for the Nature Positive category in the International Green Gown Awards 2024. Ian Armstrong, Biodiversity Manager in our Estates and Facilities Directorate, explains more about the project and how it supports our sustainability strategy.
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UK Government minister praises ‘huge contribution’ of universities

A UK Government Cabinet Minister has praised the contribution universities make to the country’s success, at a first-of-its-kind conference.
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Driving inclusive growth in North East England

As a global University and proudly part of North East England, we’re working with partners to improve life chances and promote prosperity, locally and nationally. As we begin a new academic year, here are some of the ways we’re making a positive impact in our communities: economically, socially and culturally.
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University apprentice success for T-level work placement students

Expanding access to education, skills training and employment opportunities is something we’re passionate about at Durham.
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Ambitious new partnership to tackle offshore wind challenges

We’re taking on some of the offshore wind industry’s toughest challenges by joining forces with the Offshore Renewable Energy (ORE) Catapult.
Members of both organisations at the signing of the MOU between ORE Catapult and Durham University

Abuse crisis in Catholic Church has led to drop in Mass attendance

A third of Catholics who previously went to Mass have reduced their attendance or stopped going altogether as a result of the child sexual abuse crisis in the Catholic Church.
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Three University projects celebrate state-of-the-art equipment and facilities through AHRC CapCo funding

A number of project teams across the University were successful in securing awards from the Arts and Humanities Research Council (AHRC) Capability for Collections Fund (CapCo), part of the UK Research and Innovation (UKRI) World Class Laboratories Funding.
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Pioneering change to preserve the best of Durham

We are pioneering innovation and partnership and driving efficiencies in order to preserve and enhance what makes Durham a university like no other.
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Health researchers welcome Finland’s UK Ambassador to Durham

We recently welcomed Finland’s Ambassador to the UK to Durham where he learned about our excellence in health research.
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New Durham University students officially welcomed at Matriculation

We’ve officially welcomed our new cohort of students during our annual Matriculation ceremonies held in Durham Cathedral.
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Blue plaque honour for pioneering first female professor

Renowned archaeologist Professor Dame Rosemary Cramp has been honoured with a blue plaque at her former Durham City home.
Professors Karen O'Brien and Sarah Semple look at a round blue plaque, set against a red brick wall, in honour of Professor Dame Rosemary Cramp.