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Alice Oseman: the power of human connection and looking forward to a completely blank page
At just 32 years old, author, illustrator and screenwriter Alice Oseman (English Literature, St John’s College, 2013-2016) has built an exceptional career.
Major new grant from the Wolfson Foundation to strengthen heritage science research
We have been awarded a £500,000 grant from the Wolfson Foundation to enhance our North East Material Culture Analytical Suite (NEMCAS), strengthening the University's ability to protect, study and better understand our shared heritage.
World top 35 university for sustainability
We’ve been recognised as one of the world's top 35 universities for sustainability in the Times Higher Education Sustainability Impact Ratings.
Our alumni in the spotlight at the Edinburgh Festival Fringe
Durham alumni were involved in more than a dozen productions at this year's Edinburgh Festival Fringe, bringing comedy, theatre, musical performance, circus and new writing to audiences at one of the world's largest performing arts festivals.
New Leadership for three Durham Colleges
Summer 2026 has marked a moment of notable transition across three Durham colleges, with St Cuthbert’s Society, St Mary’s College, and Ustinov College each welcoming new leadership following the departure of longstanding principals.
Summer Congregation 2026: welcoming Durham's newest alumni
Thousands of students celebrated the culmination of their Durham journey during Summer Congregation 2026. Our Vice-Chancellor and Warden, Professor Karen O’Brien and Chancellor Dr Fiona Hill joined them to celebrate their achievements in Durham Cathedral.
Study finds women build stronger workplace friendships than men
Women are more likely to form close-knit friendship groups at work, a Durham University Business School study suggests.
Greenwashing firms are scrutinised less if they are in politicians' pockets, study finds
Companies with strong political connections are more likely to escape scrutiny over greenwashing, according to new research from Durham University Business School.
Financial sector needs AI-specific regulations to protect consumers, study finds
Financial institutions need a dedicated regulatory framework for the use of artificial intelligence (AI) to reduce risks and better protect consumers, according to new research from Durham University Business School.
UK’s first dedicated neurodiversity focused doctoral training programme
We are part of a pioneering new £5 million programme that aims to transform understanding of neurodiversity and human difference.