International development expert appointed as new Durham vice-chancellor
Professor Stuart Corbridge will take up the role on 1 September 2015, reports Rory Tingle.
Student Life
Student-led Castle Question Time initiative praised by politicians and students alike
GK Teh reports on the success of yesterday’s event at University College.
City bar staff receive training in ‘managing safe drinking’
Catherine Wynn reports on the latest initiative from the City Safety Group.
Ask the Exec: Musical Director
Hannah Griffiths speaks to Paige Hickson about her role as musical director of Mary’s Mixed Voices.
A chant? A sport? A dance? What exactly is Cheerleading?
Ever wondered where cheerleading came from or what it is? Bethany Balkham explains – you never know, it might persuade you to become your college’s next budding cheerleader.
Death of elderly man spurs student demands for river safety measures
GK Teh reports on the student reaction to the death of 69 year old Bill Grant, who fell into the river after collapsing from a medical condition.
‘What the f***ing hell is non-staff?’ Students’ protest calls for freeze in college fees
Catherine Wynn reports on yesterday’s demonstration over increases in college accommodation fees.
Society of the Week: English Society
Our society of the week this week is English Society. We found out what they do and why you should become their newest member!
Durham lecturer skydives from 10,000 feet for charity
The challenge aims to raise money for homeless people in the North East, reports Rory Tingle.
EXCLUSIVE: Fury as Pro-Vice-Chancellor’s anti-social behaviour claim exposed as baseless
Serious questions have also been raised about the competence of Durham Constabulary, reports Rory Tingle.