Skip to main content

Latest News

Assembly Room Theatre renamed in honour of former Chancellor Sir Thomas Allen

We’ve renamed our city centre venue, the Assembly Rooms Theatre, in honour of our former Chancellor and world-renowned opera singer, Sir Thomas Allen. The venue will now be known as the Sir Thomas Allen Assembly Rooms Theatre.
Image showing updated signage for the Sir Thomas Allen Assembly Rooms Theatre

Apprentice of the Year award for University electrician

Our electrical apprentice Reece Spurdens is celebrating after winning an Apprentice of the Year award.
Sue Snowdon presents certificate to Reece Spurdens

National Teaching Fellowship honour for Rachelle O’Brien

Senior Learning Designer Rachelle O’Brien in the Durham Centre for Academic Development (DCAD) is a well-deserved recipient of the prestigious National Teaching Fellowship this year.
Rachelle O'Brien, DCAD, recipient of the National Teaching Fellowship Scheme award