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Dunelm - Durham University Alumni Community Welcome to the official Durham University Alumni Community! Keep in touch with friends and with all the latest news and events.

Congratulations to alumnus and honorary graduate David Sproxton – co-founder of Aardman – who’s been knighted in The Kin...
13/06/2026

Congratulations to alumnus and honorary graduate David Sproxton – co-founder of Aardman – who’s been knighted in The King’s Birthday Honours 2026🎉

We’re inspired by all members of the Durham University community who have been recognised for their outstanding achievements. Well done to everyone who has been honoured👏

https://brnw.ch/21x3jQC

13/06/2026

Congratulations to Professor Carlos Frenk, CBE, FRS, of Durham Physics, who has been knighted in The King’s Birthday Honours🎉

Sir Carlos – one of the originators of the Cold Dark Matter theory for the formation of structure in the Universe – has been recognised for his services to astrophysics and cosmology.

Find out more and watch Sir Carlos talk about his life and career here: https://brnw.ch/21x3jIk

The Royal Society, Royal Astronomical Society, Science and Technology Facilities Council, Institute of Physics

Alumna Sophia Smith-Galer (Modern Languages, St Mary's College, 2016) has published her new book, How to Kill a Language...
12/06/2026

Alumna Sophia Smith-Galer (Modern Languages, St Mary's College, 2016) has published her new book, How to Kill a Language. Recently, Sophia reflected at the Chancellor's Circle dinner on how her Durham experience helped launch her career as an award-winning journalist, author and content creator.

Newswire is our monthly alumni newsletter, featuring inspiring stories from our alumni community. Read more about Sophia and other alumni in the June edition. We'd love to hear your alumni stories too. Click the link to read Newswire.💜📰 👉https://brnw.ch/21x3i7v

11/06/2026

Durham University is more than just lectures and libraries, it is a community. With a gift in your will, you can help create spaces, connections and opportunities that bring students together for generations to come.

Chris de Saram’s (Natural Sciences, Hatfield College, 1964 – 67) gift has provided equipment which helps student music to continue to thrive. Whilst at Durham, Chris developed a love of live music and decided he wanted to support current students who share this same passion. Read more here 👉https://brnw.ch/21x3gpB

10/06/2026

3 week countdown to Summer Congregation 2026 begins NOW! 💜✨️

We can't wait to welcome the Class of 2026 to the alumni community 🙌

10/06/2026

Thinking about postgraduate study?

Join us at our Postgraduate Open Day on 27 June and discover what it’s like to study at Durham University.

✅Meet academic staff
✅Explore our colleges, including Ustinov College
✅Chat with current students
✅Attend informative talks
✅Visit our Information Fair

Book your place today and start planning your next step.

Find out more: https://brnw.ch/21x37aR

As National Volunteers’ Week comes to a close, we want to say one final thank you to every single Durham alumni voluntee...
07/06/2026

As National Volunteers’ Week comes to a close, we want to say one final thank you to every single Durham alumni volunteer around the world. The impact you make extends far beyond what can be measured. Thank you for being part of our Durham community.

Our alumni volunteers have the opportunity to join information sessions online and in-person offering insight and inspir...
06/06/2026

Our alumni volunteers have the opportunity to join information sessions online and in-person offering insight and inspiration, from student experience to future pathways. Their contributions have a lasting impact and stay with current and prospective students long after the session ends. Here is some of the feedback shared from prospective students, showing the lasting impact our alumni have.

Huge congratulations to Yuk Chi Chan (Law, College of St Hild and St Bede, 2016-2019) for winning the Business and Innov...
05/06/2026

Huge congratulations to Yuk Chi Chan (Law, College of St Hild and St Bede, 2016-2019) for winning the Business and Innovation award at the Study UK Alumni Awards ceremony that took place in the USA. We are so proud of you! You can read more about his achievements here 👉 https://brnw.ch/21x37zE

Have you ever thought about volunteering? National Volunteers' Week is the perfect time to get involved. Whether you can...
05/06/2026

Have you ever thought about volunteering? National Volunteers' Week is the perfect time to get involved. Whether you can give a few hours, a month or more regularly, your time can make a real impact.

Volunteering is a chance to:
💜Make new connections
💜Learn new skills
💜Be part of something meaningful
💜Keep in touch and stay connected to Durham!

If you are interested in volunteering, please email [email protected] and we will share any future opportunities with you or you can complete our alumni profile form and we may share your story on our platforms. 👉https://brnw.ch/21x373E

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