…a college that embodies the spirit of Durham University where all interests are not only recognised but encouraged. As you explore your interests at Trevs, you will be fully supported by the Welfare Team through your entire time at Durham. I hope this blog gives you an insight into what to expect as a fresher and in your…
My morning walk to the library
Today, I left my house around 8:30am and walked to the Billy B (the nickname for the Durham University library). As a second year, I live in a student house in the Viaduct, a popular area for students to live, near the train station. It takes me around 25 minutes to walk to the library and my…
We are very happy to have you as part of our big family. In this blog, I want to talk a bit about my experience of being part of Grey as well as what it was like to live in college during the first year of my degree.
Why Grey?
It took just a quick look on the map to make me consider Grey College as my top choice. Its…
What is a Durham Student Ambassador?
A Durham Student Ambassador (DSA) is someone who works to deliver high quality interactions with students, teachers, parents, etc. Long-story-short, DSAs are some of the best people you will ever meet. (Genuinely!)
The goal of a DSA is basically to inform prospective students about how…
Durham is well known for its world-class education, rich history, and stunning architecture. However, one equally fantastic feature that I got to experience as a student in Durham is its highly distinctive seasons. Coming from Hong Kong, which is a subtropical location, I was accustomed to a climate that consisted of hot and…
Ahead of starting my final term of second year, I thought it would be nice to round off Epiphany by sharing some Be Real content of what I got up to in Durham over the last ten weeks. Whether you are a current or prospective student, hopefully, this blog can give you a realistic view of what studying and spending a term in…
Hello, you’ve been allocated to South College. Congratulations!
A Southie
You are now a Southie, and exciting times are ahead. If you are anything like me, when you decided on Durham University being the one for you, you scoured the internet to find out all you could about the collegiate system. Your search history may…
An introduction
Colleges are a huge part of Durham and, in my opinion, why it is such a special place to study. From the moment I first set foot in the University College, it exceeded my expectations, and I was instantly at home. And I’m not alone in feeling this way – everyone at Castle loves and feels welcomed…
Welcome to Trevelyan College at Durham University, affectionately known as Trevs! Whether you’re a music enthusiast, a sports lover, or in need of welfare support, Trevs has something to offer everyone, and I have found my experience here amazing.
I have enjoyed being a part of Trevs and feel connected to many people…
Image above – Grey Lawn which hosts lots of events & has a pretty good view
Considering Grey College? Here’s my experience of the college as a liver-in (in first year), a Frep (Fresher’s Representative), and a JCR Officer. If you can’t tell already, I’m a bit Grey-obsessed. You might therefore be surprised…
