In the latest edition of our Community Newsletter, we celebrate University and community achievements, showcase upcoming cultural events, and share research making a global impact.
Durham alumna and Olympic medallist Lauren Irwin returned to campus to officially open a new landing stage at the College of St Hild and St Bede.
The new facility celebrates the College’s proud rowing heritage and supports the next generation of student athletes.
Local school pupils also took centre stage in a series of Shakespeare Recovered workshops with the Durham-based Elysium Theatre Company.
Pupils directed scenes and explored how Shakespeare’s plays come to life on stage, while the related First Folio exhibition at Palace Green Library has been extended due to popular demand.
Meanwhile, our Fellows’ Garden at Durham Castle has been beautifully restored thanks to the generous support of alumni and friends of University College.
The £800,000 redevelopment includes a terrace for outdoor performances and improved accessibility, with community events planned for next summer.
This autumn saw visitors young and old enjoy our Celebrate Science festival at its new home, Locomotion in Shildon, County Durham.
The free two-day event featured interactive experiments and live demonstrations, inspiring children and parents alike to explore the wonders of science.
We’re also looking forward to the return of Lumiere, the UK’s largest light art festival, which transforms Durham City with dazzling installations from November 13 to 15.
University-supported Lumiere artworks will illuminate our locations and venues including Palace Green, South Bailey, and the Waterside Business School building.
Our researchers continue to make an impact close to home and across the world.
Emeritus Professor Ray Hudson explores our region’s changing economy in his new book The North East of England: Continuity and Change in Economic Development.
Elsewhere, our scientists are contributing to a NASA mission to identify new Earth-like planets, and working with international partners to develop new treatments for high blood pressure.
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