Our panel of experts explored how the state, the humanitarian system and educational institutions could help diverse groups of refugees in their new and old homes.

The Global Goals Summit represented Durham University’s signature youth summit, a local convening of young people who want to make a true impact on global challenges.

Run by student societies and featuring dance performance and lessons, World Fest celebrated the cultural diversity of students at Durham University.

Participants were invited to partake in a chaired political debate on a defined motion regarding the place of nationality within international sporting events.

Lord Darroch of Kew shared his views on the current state of Western Democracy, in the aftermath of Brexit, the Trump presidency, and the ongoing conflict in Ukraine.

This discussion explored investment treaty arbitration in enforcing a global rule of law, facilitating peace and security through protection of foreign investments.

Based on 392 interviews, Prof. Claudia V. Angelelli of Heriot-Watt University explored the challenges when patients and providers do not speak the same language.

A pub quiz with a difference - MLAC hosted a multilingual quiz at 8pm March 6 at Ye Old Elm Tree.

Our International Study Centre planned a schedule of activities for Durham Global Week at Queens Campus in Stockton. Here's what happened on Monday 6 March.

We're part of the Matariki Network of Universities, an international group of seven leading HE institutions. This invitation-only event offered networking for key staff.

The Palatine Kitchen Takeover celebrated food from across the globe. Staff and students showcased their authentic international food during Palatine Cafe lunch.

On March 7 at 2pm students from Castle shared insights from their year abroad to help those thinking about their own or for staff to learn what it's like.

Language Encounters: A celebration of language and cultural diversity at Durham comprised 6 events from focusing on different languages and cultures.

Our International Study Centre planned a schedule of activities for Durham Global Week at Queens Campus in Stockton. Here's what happened on Tuesday 7 March.

This free event for staff and students explored how Bangladesh, a global leader in international climate change negotiations, should balance growth and sustainability.

To celebrate our international scholars and their sponsors, Vice-Chancellor Professor Karen O’Brien hosted an invitation-only reception at The Oriental Museum.

This free lecture discussed how young people conceptualise, visualise & practice politics since 2018 and the mobilisation of the student climate action movement.

Dr Adam Green from the University of York spoke on how northwest India's agricultural economies continued to grow after the decline of urbanism in the region.

An opportunity for first year students to chat to staff and students about the possibilities for international work and study during their degree.

Flee, the Grand Jury Prize winner at the 2021 Sundance Festival, tells a poignant story of belonging and the search for identity.

The Department of Archaeology hosted a panel of female archaeologists who took questions and led a discussion on 2023's IWD theme 'embrace equity'.

The Department of Earth Sciences Research Seminar Series welcomed Dr Kirsty Edgar PhD Associate Professor in Micropalaeontology, University of Birmingham.

Castle’s Great Hall was the location for celebrations of the Festival of Colors, with an entirely meatless menu, and musical performances throughout. .

Our International Study Centre planned a schedule of activities for Durham Global Week at Queens Campus in Stockton. Here's what happened on Wednesday 8 March.

The Assembly Rooms staged 'Once on This Island' - a story about love, determination and bravery, featuring a peasant girl who falls in love with a stranger.

An engaging and informative guest lecture with Professor Mike Nicolson, who shared his expertise on how to create successful global brand content.

This gathering allowed alumni to reunite in a relaxed and fun setting,whether local to Singapore or simply passing through.

Our International Study Centre planned a schedule of activities for Durham Global Week at Queens Campus in Stockton. Here's what happened on Thursday 9 March.

A celebratory dinner at Stephenson College celebrated and recognised all winners and shortlistees of the inaugural Durham Global Awards.

This student documentary showed a colourful interpretation of how the modern-day Mediterranean has grown from its ancient roots. Team Q&As followed the screening.

This workshop, organised in partnership with African Institute for Mathematical Sciences (AIMS), explored how maths has the potential to be a great equaliser.

Hosted by the International Study Centre Society, this social brought together international students to share their experiences of studying and living abroad.

Our International Study Centre planned a schedule of activities for Durham Global Week at Queens Campus in Stockton. Here's what happened on Friday 10 March.

Holi, the Indian Spring Festival, is known as the Festival of Colours when friends and family celebrate by throwing brightly coloured powders over each other.

Earth Day, organised by Durham University Climate Society, brought the community together to raise awareness of the climate crisis and discuss sustainability.

In celebration of Durham Global Week and International Women’s Day, this event gave a voice to women’s experiences abroad, living, studying and working.

Members of the public were invited to support the Commonwealth of Nations Flag of Peace initiative as part of this year's Commonwealth Day in Durham City.

Ahead of Ramadan, all staff were invited to attend and learn how they can best support Muslim students and colleagues observing various rituals during this month.