Newswire April 2018

Newswire
April 2018

News

Durham University dominates at the British University Team Sport Finals

Stunning performances by Durham’s sports teams have led the University to victory in as many as 13 national finals in this year’s British Universities & Colleges Sports (BUCS) Championships.

Farewell from Bruno van Dyk

Message of farewell from Bruno van Dyk, Director of Development and Alumni Relations.

Showcasing research at Durham

A new video showcases the breadth and significance of work taking place at Durham.

Newborns needed for baby sleep study

Durham University’s Parent-Infant Sleep Lab is looking for parents-to-be or parents with newborn babies to take part in a study in their own homes.

Durham University to divest from fossil fuels

The University is to divest from companies involved in fossil fuel extraction, and has committed itself to green energy.

Residents invited to help shape future growth

Durham University is inviting residents, businesses and organisations to help shape its future growth.

Events

Dr Peter Warburton OBE - Retirement Reception and Dinner

Join fellow alumni Andrew Strauss, Gabby Logan and Ollie Phillips in celebrating Dr Peter Warburton’s transformational contribution to Durham sport.

Vice-Chancellor's Alumni Reception Paris

Pre-registration is now open for the Vice-Chancellor’s Reception in Paris on Wednesday 2 May.

John Snow Alumni – Farewell to Queen’s Spectacular

Join fellow Snow alumni for a special event to bid farewell to Queen’s as John Snow College relocates to Durham City.

Institute of Advanced Study public debate

You are invited to take a first opportunity to book for this major event in London on Thursday 24 May. Panellists include Bill Bryson OBE; Professor David Hunter; and Professor Brett Smith. Chair: Dr Sam Hillyard.

Alumni meet-up at Norwich Cathedral

Join Durham alumna and Dean of Norwich Cathedral Jane Hedges and alumni volunteer Martin Sexton for a visit to the Cathedral on Thursday 26 April.

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Alumni

Did you know?

Alumni can benefit from a number of discounts in the Durham area including Durham Gin and their new whisky project.

Class Notes

Claire Best (French & Spanish, Hild Bede, 1984-88) is part of the team recognised in receipt of the Best Producer Oscar for the film The Shape of Water.

Emily Burnett (Music, Collingwood, 2011-14) is performing as half of Belle Voci in the semi finals of the ITV’s The Voice on Saturday (31 March).

Dr Simon Miller (Anthropology, Graduate Society, 1978-83) has published a historical novel/thriller called Ebolowa with Unbound - based on a true story of courage, complicity and murder.

Deborah Oxberry (Philosophy and Psychology, St Cuthbert's, 87-90) has
published her first novel, Hurt and Revenge. Deborah is also the author of two non-fiction books.

Alexandra Skeggs (Mathematics, Hild & Bede, 2000-03) will be competing in the Commonwealth Games in April and in the Shooting discipline 'Olympic Skeet' in Australia.

Colleges

Hatfield

Wondering what to do on Thursday 17 May after work? Come to the all-new Hatfield Association After Hours event. Catch up with friends and meet the new Master over a light buffet and prosecco. Book online here . Also make sure to book your spot on the Association Reunion Weekend in June!

Hild & Bede

Imagine yourself enjoying the grounds of Hild Bede once again… It’s our Alumni Reunion on 14-15 September and we’d love you to welcome you back.

St Aidan's

It has been a winning month for St Aidan’s College Rugby Club - read about their floodlit cup success here.

St Cuthbert's

A party to celebrate the life and contributions of Bernard Robertson will be held at the Society on the evening of Friday 27 April. Alumni in the area are very welcome to attend. Further details will be announced soon.

St John's

Happy Easter from St John’s! Our staff and students enjoyed some seasonal fun in College before the end of term to fundraise for the LRC.

Van Mildert

Join Van Mildert in Edinburgh! We’ll be heading on a private tour of the city’s underground streets, followed by a whisky drinks reception. This is a great opportunity to meet up with old friends, and see Edinburgh like you never have before!

Departments

Biosciences

Scientists at Durham have found evidence of natural selection in a deep-sea fish species adapting to the depth of ocean that it inhabits.

Business School

For senior leaders with a stake in their company's strategy, sustainability and innovation programmes, the three-day executive education course ‘How Wise Leaders Innovate with Impact’ commences June.

Centre for Catholic Studies

Forthcoming speakers include Lord Daniel Brennan QC (‘Catholics in Public Life’) and Cardinal Gianfranco Ravasi (‘Universities as Places of Encounter Between Faith and Culture’).

Experience Durham

The 2018 Durham Festival of Arts and music concerts in Durham Cathedral are some of the exciting events taking place this summer.

Durham Law School congratulated on 50 year anniversary in Parliament

An Early Day Motion congratulating the Law School for its national and global league table successes, award-winning scholarship and teaching and “eminent alumni” received cross party support in Epiphany Term. An event commemorating the Early Day Motion will be held in late spring.

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