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Voting is a crucial part of the democratic process, enabling you to shape the future of your community, state, and country. Duke encourages all eligible students to make their voices heard by casting their ballots. As a college student, you have the option of voting in North Carolina or in your home state. With North Carolina’s Primary approaching on March 5, here’s what you need to know about voting this year. Check your voter registration status Students voting in North Carolina can check their voter registration status with the State Board of Elections. To vote on Election Day on March…
Last Wednesday, Duke’s Center for Sexual and Gender Diversity (CSGD) brought together more than 20 campus and community partners for a celebration of National Coming Out Day. Observed every year on October 11 — the anniversary of the 1987 March on Washington for Lesbian and Gay Rights and the first display of the AIDS Memorial Quilt in Washington, D.C. — National Coming Out Day aims to combat homophobia and transphobia by recognizing the power of visibility for the LGBTQ+ community. The holiday also encourages LGBTQ+ individuals to come out and claim their identities proudly, as an act of resistance against discriminatory…
Jewish Life at Duke is delighted to announce that Professor Aaron P Dinin will deliver the 2024 Duke Jewish Baccalaureate Ceremony keynote address.
Our Summer Transition Series will help you: SCHEDULE: Additional sessions may be added throughout the summer. Check back for updates. All sessions will be from 9-10 AM EST Thursday, May 16 Search Tips for Off-Campus Housing in Durham, NCHosted by Off-Campus and Community Life Slide DeckRecording Tuesday, May 21 Overview of NC Immunizations Process Hosted by Duke Student Health Slide DeckRecording Thursday, June 6 Living on a Grad/Prof Student BudgetHosted by the Office of Student Loans and Personal Finance Slide DeckRecording Tuesday, June 11 Overview of the Student Accommodation Process & Community ResourcesHosted by Student Disability Access Office & Disability…
Duke Students dove deep into Judaism, plastic pollution, and environmental stewardship on Alternative Spring Break Trip with Jewish Life at Duke
The Jewish Medical Students Association (JMSA) was officially recognized by the Davison Council, the student government organization for the Duke Doctor of Medicine program, as a new student group, on February 23, 2024.
April 4th, 2024 Duke University boasts a diverse community, and as the academic year comes to a close, it’s time to honor the achievements and journeys of its graduating students. The university hosts a series of graduation ceremonies, each with its own unique significance and purpose. First up is Lavender Graduation, a heartfelt celebration that recognizes the accomplishments of LGBTQIA+ and ally undergraduate, graduate, and professional students. At this ceremony, participants receive a rainbow tassel, certificate, and a special gift from the Duke LGBTQ Network. It’s not just a farewell to Duke; it’s a beacon of inspiration for future generations….
Duke’s Grad/Prof Table Talk program is more than just a meal – it’s a platform for career-enriching conversations between Duke students and faculty. Thanks to the Heaton-Blackshear Innovation Grant, the Table Talk pilot provides funding for graduate and professional students who want to invite a faculty or staff member to lunch at one of Duke Dining’s approved locations. Associate Dean of Students Genille Anderson, who developed Table Talk, modeled it after Duke’s FLUNCH program, which funds similar networking opportunities for undergraduates. So far, nearly 50 graduate and professional students have taken us up on the offer, meeting with Duke professors and…
On January 23, 2024 we hosted The Atlantic’s award-winning writer Yair Rosenberg at Duke. In a conversation moderated by recent Duke grad Niso Nahmiyas ’23, Rosenberg discussed antisemitism, anti-Zionism, the media, and the Israel-Hamas war.
Amidst a global climate of rising antisemitism, Duke students foster understanding and celebrate diversity through the power of Shabbat.
Over the last 4 months, the Center for Muslim Life (CML) has facilitated five sessions of our training entitled, “Been Here, Still Here: History of Muslims and Islamophobia in the United States,” a two-hour interactive workshop that provides an introductory examination of the history and presence of Muslims and Islamophobia in the U.S.
Graduate Professional Student Appreciation Week (GPSAW) events at Duke are an excellent opportunity for students to come together and engage in activities that promote social connections, foster a sense of belonging, and provide opportunities for personal and professional growth. We recognize and appreciate the hard work and contributions of our Duke graduate and professional students and encourage students to engage in the events/initiatives designed specifically for you.