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I fully believe that inspiring people to do outstanding things here at Durham enables Durham people to do outstanding things in the world. Make your relationship with Durham a lifelong one. Stay connected, stay engaged with each other and with us, and help us all to be the best we can be.
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Alumnus Professor George Efstathiou has been awarded the Shaw Prize for Astronomy 2025
Alumnus Professor George Efstathiou was awarded the Shaw Prize for astronomy 2025 jointly with Professor J. Richard Bond from the University of Toronto.
Alumni news

Supporting the launch of the UK’s first university network for women entrepreneurs
We’re part of a group of leading UK universities supporting women entrepreneurs through the launch of the UK’s first WE Innovate National network.
Durham news
Archaeologists shed new light on ancient Mesopotamian landscape
Archaeologists have uncovered new evidence about an ancient Mesopotamian landscape, offering fresh insight into the legacy of black slavery during the early Islamic Period.
Global research
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.
Alumni news
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.
Alumni news
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.
Global research