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Durham student helps found network providing free tutoring for autumn A Levels

August 23, 2020August 23, 2020 sub.editors 0 Comments Max Kendix, Patrick Stephens

Though the government decision to revert to Centre Assessed Grades (CAGs) meant many students did not feel the need to sit exams in the autumn, Open Tutoring UK works for the many students with lower CAGs who would like to retake.

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University to honour all successfully met offers with places in 2020 or 2021

August 19, 2020August 19, 2020 Deputy Editor 0 Comments Imogen Usherwood, Toby Donegan-Cross

The announcement also included details about capacity issues, which will mean that some offer holders whose places at Durham were not confirmed following the initial release of results “will have to defer entry to 2021 in order to enrol at Durham University”.

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Durham University’s Covid-19 recovery fund opens for applications

August 19, 2020August 19, 2020 sub.editors 0 Comments Kiara Davies

The fund, which will provide financial assistance for students, staff, and alumni, will be open for applications until 30th September.

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Featured Profile 

David Evans: “I’ve put more money back into the pockets of Durham students than anyone else”

August 11, 2020April 11, 2021 Poppy 0 Comments Imogen Usherwood, Tash Mosheim, Toby Donegan-Cross

“I’ve stated that the University is institutionally disablist, and I stand by it”: Palatinate interviews David Evans on his last year as SU Postgraduate Academic Officer.

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A new wave of space exploration

August 9, 2020August 9, 2020 sub.editors 0 Comments Freddie Green

Freddie Green makes the economic case for space exploration.

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Books Featured Indigo 

BLM resources: Brittney Cooper’s ‘Eloquent Rage’

August 8, 2020August 8, 2020 sub.editors 0 Comments Daisy Robinson

“Electrifying, un-sugar-coated calls for justice” Daisy Robinson explores the insight and unapologetic charm of Brittney Cooper in her memoir ‘Eloquent Rage’.

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Durham News Featured 

Durham University announces coronavirus plans for Michaelmas term

August 7, 2020August 7, 2020 Joe Rossiter 4 Comments Imogen Usherwood, Tash Mosheim

The University’s plans include a ‘mixture’ of online and in-person teaching, specific dates on which students will be recommended to arrive in Durham, and a postponement of all upcoming study or work abroad plans.

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Durham University makes call for volunteers for Covid-19 detection dog trials

August 6, 2020August 6, 2020 sub.editors 0 Comments Sophie Garnett

It is hoped that should these trials be successful, these dogs can be utilised in airports in particular within the next six months, screening up to 250 people an hour.

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Featured Profile 

Amelia McLoughlan: “Durham is not the inclusive environment it could be”

August 5, 2020August 5, 2020 Deputy Editor 0 Comments Imogen Usherwood, Tash Mosheim, Toby Donegan-Cross

“I would like to see Durham stop using traditions as a defence against change and becoming a truly transformative place.”: Palatinate interviews Amelia McLoughlan on her time as SU Welfare and Liberation Officer.

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Durham News Featured News 

“Work with us”: DPOCA issues critical response to University’s Respect Commission

August 4, 2020August 4, 2020 Deputy Editor 1 Comment Imogen Usherwood, Toby Donegan-Cross

DPOCA’s response, published as a document via their Facebook page, is nearly 6,000 words long and addresses each issue within the Respect Commission Report in the order in which they appear.

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