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Our annual telephone appeal with a difference.

Our annual telephone appeal runs each year to raise essential funds to enable our students to embrace their university experience. The funds raised provide essential support, bursaries and employability grants for students needing financial help. Thanks to the generosity of our alumni and friends we can ensure that all students, irrespective of background or circumstances, can realise their potential.
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UK Prime Minister leads tributes to Durham alumnus who exposed UK grooming gangs

Tributes have been paid to Durham graduate Andrew Norfolk, the award-winning journalist who exposed the Rotherham grooming gang scandal in the UK.
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Pope Leo XIV appointment – “a truly historic moment”

Following the appointment of Pope Leo XIV, our Theology and Religion experts have been commenting on the new Pope and head of the Catholic Church.
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Chancellor's Circle Annual Dinner 2025

On 8 May, Durham University hosted the 10th Annual Chancellor’s Circle Dinner at the historic Ironmongers’ Hall in London. The evening, hosted by University Chancellor Dr Fiona Hill, celebrated the impact of the group’s transformational giving on the University community.
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I dedicated my life to tackling climate change while studying at Durham – Green Party co-leader

The co-leader of the Green Party of England and Wales has told how she decided to dedicate her life to tackling climate change while a student at Durham.
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Sir Harry Evans summit explores challenges facing press freedom

Global leaders in journalism gathered for an annual summit in honour of the late, great Durham University graduate Sir Harry Evans.
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Commemorating the 80th anniversary of VE Day

We are paying tribute to the Second World War generation from across the United Kingdom (UK) and Commonwealth on the 80th anniversary of Victory in Europe (VE) Day.
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Durham student A Cappella group ranked third in the world

The sky’s the limit as reigning UK champions Northern Lights A Cappella place third at the world finals of the International Championship of Collegiate A Cappella in America.

Strengthening our landmark collaboration with the Smithsonian’s National Museum of American History

We have welcomed Dr Anthea M. Hartig, Elizabeth MacMillan Director of the Smithsonian’s National Museum of American History to our University – marking a significant milestone in our growing collaboration.
Visit by Smithsonian director Dr Anthea