Newswire - Summer 2017

Newswire
Summer 2017

News

Summer Congregation

Congratulations to all our students who graduated at Summer Congregation 2017. Watch our short film to remind you of yours!

Queen's Birthday Honours 2017

Congratulations to all those alumni who were awarded honours in the Queen's Birthday Honours for 2017.

Durham Ranked in World’s Top 100 Universities

The publication of the Times Higher Education World Reputation Rankings 2017 confirms our position among the world’s leading universities again.

British Council Alumni Awards

Non-UK alumni? Apply for an alumni award - raise your international profile, build your professional networks and business connections, and win a trip to the UK.

Making a Difference after Congregation

It may be nearing the end of the academic year, but Durham University has many family and learning activities on offer right through the summer.

Durham Students Help Charities

Durham University students are encouraging more good causes to benefit from their charity fundraising efforts.

Events

Comex II – A Memorial Service

Durham University is working with the Cathedral to mark the 50th anniversary of the deaths of fourteen UK students.

Convocation

Convocation will take place on Thursday 23 November at the HQS Wellington, Victoria Embankment, London.

Dunelm Society Annual Dinner

The Dunelm Society Annual Dinner follows Convocation on Thursday 23 November at HQS Wellington, Victoria Embankment, London.

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Art Exhibition

Northern Ink is an exciting solo exhibition of pen and ink landscapes by Naomi Blayney at the iconic venue of Durham Cathedral, until 1 September 2017. New works feature Durham Cathedral's Rose Window, Hadrian's Wall and Ray Lonsdale’s Tommy sculpture.

Class notes

Jay Armstrong (English Literature, Hild Bede, 1992-96), following a career in the Army and then as a freelance photographer, has set up as an independent publisher of nature writing.

Geoffrey Howard (Theology, John's, 1965-70) has his book 'Wheelbarrow Across The Sahara' back in print and all of the author's royalties and publisher's profit is being donated to the charity, Water For Kids.

John Sharpe (Classics, Castle, 1955-58) is the author of 'The Police and Me'

Dr Peter Preston (Cuth's, 1968) has a website concerning his books.

Dr Anthony Wells (History, Cuth's, 1965-69) published a book earlier in the year by the US Naval Institute Press, Annapolis, Maryland: 'A Tale of Two Navies: Geopolitics, Technology , and Strategy in the United States Navy and the Royal Navy, 1960-2015'.

Baret Magarian (English Literature, Castle, 1989-94) has published a book 'The Fabrications'.

Dr Dick Potts (Zoology, Cuth's, 1966) was awarded the Royal Society for the Protection of Birds most prestigious medal this year.

Colleges

Castle

Congratulations to all our Graduates!
This year we will be embarking on a vital project to transform the West Courtyard, please see our newly launched plan on the website.

Collingwood

Congratulations to all our Woodspeople who are graduating this week, we are extremely proud of you all! How long ago was it since you graduated? Share your graduation photos with us using #WoodGrads17

Grey

We’ve had an excellent term and year at Grey, concluding with a fabulous graduation week. Find out more, here, plus details of London drinks.

Hatfield

Congratulations on completing your degrees and joining our alumni community! Although you might be leaving Durham, you will always be a part of Hatfield. Why not join our Facebook Page and register on the Hatfield Association page.

Hild Bede

Our verdant 16 acres provide the perfect setting for summer celebrations.

John Snow

Congregation week is always a busy but exciting time. A big congratulations to our students who are graduating and welcome to the John Snow Alumni Community. Our London reunion is now fully booked, we are looking forward to seeing you all.

St Chad's

Following graduation we’re now looking forward to our forthcoming alumni events across the UK, from July to December. Do join us!

St Cuthbert's

Congratulations to all our finalists who have graduated over the last week, who are joining a fantastic and diverse community. Like the Cuth’s Alumni Facebook page to keep up with all news and events from the alumni community!

St John's

Johnians have been enjoying the post-exam period with Summer Shakespeare, Durham Regatta, John’s Day and more.

St Mary's

We are incredibly proud of all graduating Marians, and look forward to welcoming them back soon.

Van Mildert

Congratulations to all our students who graduated this summer! We are incredibly proud of your achievements.
In July, we also welcome Van Mildert’s new Development Officer, Ellie Brown (pictured).

Departments

British Government History of Secret Anti-Communist Surveillance

Dr Jennifer Luff, History Department, has published research about a secret policy of anti-communist surveillance the British government had during the inter-war years.

Outstanding Recognition for Durham University's Scientists

Durham University’s outstanding achievements in science have been recognised with a series of awards.

Business School

Congratulations to all DUBS students who graduated on 29 June. Photos can be found on our Flickr page. If you would like hi-res copies of these images please contact business.alumni@durham.ac.uk.

Global hotspots of established alien plants and animals revealed

Islands and mainland coastal regions are the world’s hotspots for alien plant and animal species, according to new research.

Geography professors honoured for outstanding achievements

Two of Durham University’s geographers have been honoured for their outstanding achievements by the Royal Geographical Society.

English Studies

Congratulations to our recent graduates! If you’ve just left us, or even if you graduated a while ago, keep in touch via social media or in person.

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