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Stephenson volunteers make a difference in Durham

Volunteering is an important part of the student experience at Stephenson College, giving students opportunities to develop valuable skills, build connections and make a positive contribution to the local community.

Rediscovered choral work receives European premiere

A major choral work written by Durham alumnus George Loughlin as part of his Doctor of Music studies has received its European premiere in the UK, nearly 80 years after it was composed.

An orchestra and chorus behind performing a piece of music.

Study calls for clearer system for commissioning reviews of domestic abuse-related deaths

Domestic abuse-related deaths are not always being reviewed consistently across England and Wales, according to new research led by Dr James Rowlands from our Department of Sociology.

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Ancient insect-eating diets offer new insights into sustainable food systems

A new research from Professor Lisa-Marie Shillito in our Archaeology Department is highlighting how insects have been part of human diets for thousands of years despite seeming unusual to many people.

From Durham ideas to global impact: celebrating our entrepreneurial alumni

Durham entrepreneurs are taking ideas developed through our Venture Lab and turning them into businesses with the potential to make a real difference around the world.

Rhea and Naveen from Ground Up in a ploughed field in India

Alumna Tori Longdon on returning to Durham and why building a ‘museum of failures’ has been part of her journey to success

Conductor, workshop leader and Josephine Butler alumna Tori Longdon (English Literature, Josephine Butler College, 2009–2012) returns to Durham this November to join students, staff and alumni for a special celebration marking 20 years of Josephine Butler College.

Community Comes Together to Celebrate the Festival of Lights at the Oriental Museum

The spirit of Diwali will light up Durham University’s Oriental Museum on Saturday 14 November, 6-8pm as students and community volunteers welcome families, students and staff to this vibrant celebration.

A lady dressed in a sari leads the Diwali Lakshmi Puja ceremony by holding a Puja plate in front of the shrine. The shrine is decorated in flower garlands. Other people stand around the central lady praying with traditional Indian dress.

University of Bergen visit explores closer research collaboration with Durham

Our growing partnership with the University of Bergen is creating new opportunities for research, education, and international collaboration between the UK and Norway.

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Durham University Business School and BITSoM sign new international partnership agreement

Durham University Business School has signed a three-year agreement with India's BITS School of Management (BITSoM) to strengthen academic links and explore opportunities for joint research, teaching and international exchange.

Kieran Fernandes shaking hands with BiTSOM leader in MOU signing

Global labour market challenges take centre stage at Durham

How can international organisations, researchers and policymakers respond to the changing world of work?

Group photo at Waterside of ILO & World Bank event attendees

Professor Francis Watson awarded prestigious British Academy medal

Professor Francis Watson from our Department of Theology and Religion has been awarded a prestigious medal by the British Academy in recognition of his research into the New Testament and early Christianity.

The village that sheltered outsiders, and what it means for Europe’s refugees now

Our archaeologists have uncovered how a border community once sheltered strangers fleeing violence, a stark contrast to the difficult experiences faced by many refugees and people on the move at Europe's borders today.

Three people standing on a hill next to a ruin.