All students are equal members of the Society. The main society offices are located at 30, Old Elvet, which is distinguished by its balcony, originally constructed to view the public hangings outside the court opposite. There are common rooms in most blocks. Laundry facilities are available in PFH I, Howlands barn, Shincliffe hall and Kepier. GradSoc depends on tolerance and understanding for others, for us all to live together in relative harmony.
People have different ideas about noise levels, smoking and kitchen etiquette.
There are rules but people usually manage to settle disputes informally and the house reps are there to help. There are only thirteen colleges in Durham, since two are called societies plus two more colleges in Stockton campus. Two colleges, including the Graduate Society do not fit into either camp. St. Chad's, St. John's, and St. Cuthbert's Society. Hill Colleges are situated on the hill behind the library and are the newer Durham colleges.