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Furniture Most apartments and houses in Durham do not come with furniture. Students typically rent furnutire from a rental company, purcahse used furniture from other students or thrift stores, or purchase new furniture. Furniture Rental Companies Both companies below are popular with students. Here’s how it works: Select a furniture rental package or the specific pieces of furniture you would like to rent. Search for the package that best suits your needs, ex. a student rental package. Pay a monthly rental fee to the furniture rental company. Furniture is delivered to your residence when your lease begins and picked up…
Q. What time can I move in? A. Transfer students are asked to move in between the hours of 8:30am and 5pm on Tuesday, August 22. You will visit the West HRL Office located in Crowell Residence Hall to check in (pick up your keys, etc) and check in with Project Transfer. If you are an international student choosing to move in earlierr, please follow all instructions and events the DISC Office is providing. Project Transfer begins the evening of Aug 22, so please plan on attending. Q. What happens if I can’t move in between 9am-5pm EST? A. Late…
In 2022, Lauren Coury joined the Duke Career Center as a Career Advisor for the Data, Technology, and Engineering Career Community with past experience in academic advising, strategic planning, and customer service. In her role, she guides students in their career development process through industry-specific advising. She connects students to resources and mentors that center on each student’s personal experience and encourage exploration and self-authorship. Originally from Richmond, Virginia, Lauren earned her B.A. in Political Science with a minor in Environmental Studies from Furman University. After initially pursuing a degree in law, she decided to pivot her career path and…
Please note NSFP will update this FAQ as needed in the days leading up to Move-In Day. General Questions: When is my move-in time? What steps do I take when I arrive? What is the schedule for the rest of the day? Am I allowed to arrive early? Can I arrive late to move-in? Will a schedule and map be available on Move-In Day? Traffic/Parking Questions: Can we bring multiple cars? Where do I park my car? How do I get around Campus? What else do I need to do on Move-In Day? Is Brodie Gym required? What else is…
Cameo Hartz is a Career Coach / Assistant Director of Career Services for Duke’s Professional Masters Programs. In this role, she offers individual meetings and chats; creates media and training; and facilitates community to support student and alumni success in the job and internship search. She has been involved in Career Services work at Duke University since 2007. Cameo received her bachelor’s degree in Anthropology from the University of Rochester, a master’s degree in College Student Personnel from Bowling Green State University, and holds an ACC credential with the International Coaching Federation. Before Duke, she advised and educated students at…
Durham Ordinances & Policies See below for the most important ordinances students need to know. Noise Trash Outdoor Maintenance Durham’s noise ordinance applies 24/7 but becomes stricter after 11pm: Before 11pm the noise level is 60 decibels, or the volume of 2 adults having a “normal” conversation. After 11pm, the noise level is 50 decibels, or the volume of 2 adults having a “quiet” conversation. Durham’s noise ordinance results in criminal consequences: you can be cited and have to appear in court for a violation. The noise ordinance covers “unreasonably loud” or “disturbing” noise and specifically prohibits amplified music after 11pm….
Understanding strengthens our voice. Our educational initiatives are designed to deepen understanding, broaden horizons, and build our community. Duke P.R.I.D.E. Training Pursuing Respect, Inclusion/Intersectionality, Diversity, and Equity Duke P.R.I.D.E. Training is the Center for Sexual and Gender Diversity’s (CSGD) signature educational program aimed at increasing awareness of issues impacting those with marginalized sexual orientations, gender identities and gender expressions (SOGIE). All members of the Duke community, including students, staff, and faculty, may attend. As a whole, Duke P.R.I.D.E. training addresses intersectionality and acknowledges multiple identities including race/ethnicity, nationality and religion throughout the training. The training is designed to equip individuals…
Duke students can now update their Mobile DukeCard to reflect chosen or preferred first names, thanks to a collaboration between the Duke Student Government (DSG), Blue Devils United (BDU), the Office of Information Technology (OIT), and Student Affairs. Hearing from students Midway through last fall semester, student leaders from DSG and BDU, Duke’s largest undergraduate LGBTQ+ student organization, approached Student Affairs with a concern. Due to back-end software limitations, many transgender and nonbinary students were unable to update their Mobile DukeCards to reflect their chosen and preferred names. Because students use their Mobile DukeCards several times each day, this discrepancy…
I work in the careers space with Engineering Master’s students at Duke University. The favorite part of my role is the opportunity to boost confidence and discourage doubt in students each day. When I’m not coaching students and alums on their job or internship search process, I loves to consume books on Reese’s Book Club List, test vegan recipes, and explore new parks with family.
Welcome to Duke! From the moment you say “yes” to attending Duke University, New Student and Family Programs remains in communication with students and families in a number of critical ways: The Blue Book Summer Transition Series Weekly Digests for First-Year and Transfer students Social Media From Experiential Orientation projects, packing lists, move-in day details, and much more, you will find the information you need here to ensure a smooth transition to Duke. The Blue Book One of the most important resources is the Blue Book. The Blue Book outlines critical resources and includes specific deadlines for everything you need to do during the summer…
Duke prides itself in having opportunities for Graduate and Professional students to engage with their community. Duke University has hundreds of opportunities for engagement; we encourage all students to get involved during your time at Duke! Traditions and Community Graduate ProfessionalStudent Government (GPSG) Student Organizations Partners and Families Connect across the Duke community Whether in the classroom, in the lab, or in the community, Duke’s vibrant culture would not be the same without our graduate and professional students. Each year we are delighted to engage with graduate and professional students during annual events for the entire community. Long-standing traditions include…