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December 2024

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Discussing the recent US Election result

Our Chancellor and acclaimed foreign policy expert Dr Fiona Hill joined more than 220 of our University staff and students for a thought-provoking session looking to the next US Trump administration.

Alumna Heidi Alexander appointed to UK Cabinet

Congratulations to Heidi Alexander (BA in Geography, 1993-96; MA in Urban Studies 1997-99, Grey College) who has been appointed Secretary of State for Transport in the UK Government.

Introducing Waterside: world-class facilities for the Business School

The Waterside Building opened its doors to exceptional facilities in the heart of Durham City in September. We invite Business School and interested Durham alumni to take a virtual 2-minute tour.

Inspiring the next generation of problem solvers at COP29

We sent six delegates to the Conference of Parties in Baku, Azerbaijan last month. Their work is helping to address the challenges of an ever-changing and complex world.

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Our University Challenge team is through to the next round!

In a nail-biting conclusion, last Monday our Durham team triumphed by 150 points to 145 over the University of London School of Oriental and African Studies.

Supporting employability through continuous professional development

Our Business School is launching its programme of short courses to support alumni and local business leaders to adapt to the constant challenge of change.

Excellence in entrepreneurship

Our students and graduates push the boundaries of possibility in entrepreneurship, such as pioneering alumni Luke Young and Rory Hornby, who co-founded ALORA to solve world hunger.

Class Notes

We’re proud to celebrate the successes of the following alumni. Discover their achievements by using the ‘Read more’ button below.

Professor Ron Barnett (Combined Arts, St Cuthbert's Society, 1967-70)

Natalie Hiller (Natural Sciences, Van Mildert College, 2010-13)

Peter Hornsby (BA in Combined Social Sciences, 2013-16; MSc in Management Studies, 2016-18, St Cuthbert's Society)

Jordan Kiss (Law, South College, 2020-24)

Adam James Pollock (Business and Management, University College, 2017-20)

Dr David Redvaldsen (History, Collingwood College, 1995-98)

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Celebrating your Durham Days

Durham Days celebrations are being arranged all around the world during Durham Global Week from Saturday 1 – Sunday 9 March 2025. Is there an event near you?

Durham Global Awards 2025: make your nomination

Celebrate the many ways Durham makes a difference worldwide by making your nomination to our alumni award categories! Nominations close on Friday 20 December 2024 and will be awarded during Global Week next March.

Durham Drama Festival turns 50

To mark Durham Drama Festival’s half-century in 2025, Durham Student Theatre is seeking to reconnect with its alumni. If you’ve taken part in the Festival before, get in touch!

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Check our events pages regularly for all the upcoming alumni events across the world, and how you can join in.

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Departments and Societies

Durham University Business School: IMPACT magazine issue 14 out now

Find out more about the latest research, Business School news and featured alumni in the latest issue which focuses on change and transformation.

Durham Energy Institute: celebrating 15 years

DEI marked the occasion by hosting its annual Energy Day last month. The milestone event focused on the future of home energy solutions.

Faculty of Science: partnering with UNICEF

We’ve joined UNICEF’s Children’s Environmental Health Collaborative to help protect children from the harmful consequences of air pollution on a global scale.

Faculty of Arts & Humanities: seeking career mentors

Help our first year Arts and Humanities PhD students to build connections and explore diverse career pathways within and beyond academia.

Find out what our students have been up to

Explore the blog to read about student life in their own words.

Colleges

St Mary’s College: Margaret Bloomfield Scholarships

At St Mary’s 125th Anniversary Gala dinner, Principal Adrian Simpson announced the foundation of scholarships and bursaries made possible by late alumna Margaret Bloomfield.

Hatfield College: ‘Flower of Scotland’ boat launch

Last month, Hatfield launched the ‘Flower of Scotland’, which was made possible by a generous bequest from late alumnus Kenneth McFarlane.

Van Mildert College: launching the celebrations in January

Calling all Mildertians! We look forward to caching up with you for the launch of our 60th Anniversary celebrations in Mayfair, London on 30 January 2025.

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University College: a tale of Castle kittens

As we approach the winter festive season, we wanted to share a story of kindness and perseverance. Learn more about Castle’s special feline residents.

Ustinov College: 60 years in the making

We have some great plans for our 60th Anniversary year and we look forward to celebrating with our alumni, staff and students!

Josephine Butler College: introducing Holey Moley Magazine

Josephine Butler has reignited its College magazine, in the form of new ‘Holey Moley Magazine’. This vibrant publication brings students together, fosters connections and shares stories.