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Tribute to talented journalist and Durham alumnus David Knowles

We were very saddened to hear of the death of our alumnus David Knowles, a talented young journalist and creator of an award-winning podcast.
A black and white image of David Knowles holding a microphone looking towards the ground

Our work to keep Durham beautiful

Our Vice-Chancellor, Professor Karen O'Brien, explores our work to preserve and enhance our campus environment and surroundings.
Professor Karen O'Brien, Vice-Chancellor and Warden of Durham University, stood smiling with arms folded, in front of bookshelves

The Art of Food across the Muslim World: Preserving Tradition & Reimagining the Future

On 3 August, Professor Daniel Newman will take part in the event The Art of Food across the Muslim World: Preserving Tradition & Reimagining the Future.
Selection of foods and drinks from across the Muslim World on a patterned table cloth.

Meet Dr Denis Patterson from our Department of Mathematical Sciences

Get to know Dr Denis Patterson who recently joined our Department of Mathematical Sciences.
Picture of Dr Denis Patterson

Bigas Luna Tribute 14-15 October 2022

New BIGAS LUNA TRIBUTE announced for October 14-15th, 2022 as part of the Edinburgh Spanish Film Festival
Two people with bull

Why we’re supporting City of Culture 2025

The University is one of three founding partners in Durham’s City of Culture 2025 bid, with Durham County Council and Culture Durham. Our Executive Dean for Arts and Humanities, Professor Janet Stewart, outlines the significance of the bid, why the University is lending its support, and what the title would bring to Durham City and County.
Durham: no ordinary county

Top 10 Success for the Department of Sport and Exercise Sciences

The Department of Sport and Exercise Sciences has once again been ranked in the Top 10 in the UK for sport and exercise science.

Twinkind: The singular significance of twins

Congratulations to William Viney on the publication of Twinkind: The singular significance of twins.
The cover of a book called Twinkind showing the faces of two identical young girls in a red dress

University and industry partnership propels the future of renewable energy

A £7.7 million partnership between universities and industry could make offshore wind energy cheaper to produce.
Image of wind turines

We stand in solidarity with Ukraine

Our Vice-Chancellor, Professor Karen O'Brien, reflects on the first anniversary of the Russian invasion of Ukraine, as well as sharing some upcoming opportunities in and around Durham.
Professor Karen O'Brien, Vice-Chancellor and Warden of Durham University, stood smiling with arms folded, in front of bookshelves

Dr Ruszczyk spoke at Oxford University on Digital Justice and Forced Migration

[09/23] Dr Hanna Ruszczyk, Assistant Professor in the Institute of Hazard, Risk and Resilience (IHRR) was an invited speaker at the ‘Re-Thinking Digital Justice in Forced Migration’ event held on 26 September 2023 at Trinity College, University of Oxford.
A photo of a stone and iron gate at Oxford University

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.
Keigo Kamide Pottery event at Oriental Museum