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Sex Positivity & Empowement How is this linked to Gender Violence Prevention? Sexual empowerment is essential in preventing gender violence. By promoting a positive and comprehensive understanding of sex, sexual pleasure, and relationships free from coercion and violence, we create safer experiences. Sexual empowerment teaches the importance of consent, ensuring interactions are based on mutual agreement and respect for boundaries. Focusing on pleasure helps individuals prioritize mutual enjoyment, reducing power dynamics that can lead to coercion. It empowers students to communicate effectively, recognize healthy and unhealthy relationships, and assert boundaries confidently. This holistic approach equips students with the knowledge and…
Leadership development and student organizations are the cornerstones of the Student Involvement and Leadership team. Connect with our team to learn about opportunities to get involved on campus and ways to grow as a leader. Mission Student Involvement and Leadership helps students co-create Duke experiences that enhance their sense of belonging through meaningful programming, advising, and training. Values Driven by our students, our team, and our greater community, Student Involvement and Leadership values compassion, trustworthiness, inclusion, knowledge, and fun. Leadership Competencies Below are the leadership competencies that Student Involvement uses when designing events, trainings, and workshops. Adapted from the Social…
Contact the Gender Violence Intervention Coordinator (Confidential) You can reach the Gender Violence Intervention Coordinator, Amy Johndro, either via this form or directly at GVICoordinator@duke.edu / 984-569-0592. Amy provides clinical care management and support planning to individuals who have experienced gender-based violence including stalking, sexual assault, relationship violence or sexual harassment. You can expect a response within 24 hours. Amy is a confidential resource, and filling out this form will NOT automatically trigger a report.
Celebrate Hanukkah with Jewish Life at Duke with candle lightings and special events on every night of the holiday.
The following message was sent to Duke’s Jewish community on October 30, 2023 from Director for Jewish Life Joyce Gordon.
The following message was sent to Duke’s Jewish students on October 10, 2023 from Director for Jewish Life Joyce Gordon.
Seven Quads. One Champion! The purpose of the Quad Cup competition is to promote community and belonging amongst Duke students. The Quad Cup serves as an inter-quad competition designed to cultivate a robust and resilient campus community through a diverse array of events. In collaboration with QuadEx, students from both East Campus and West Campus will come together to form teams, representing their Quad Connections in engaging events throughout the semester. Points will be accrued for each Quad throughout the Spring 2025 semester, specifically during Quad Cup events. The Quad Connection amassing the highest points by the end of the…
L&D Overview Duke Student Affairs fosters an inclusive culture of continuous growth, wellbeing, trust, and respectful collaboration. We believe each staff member has an obligation to commit to their ongoing personal and professional growth to advance our division’s capacity to serve the Duke community. The division invests in staff excellence by providing accessible knowledge and skill-building opportunities, promoting equity in all our efforts, and providing resources for staff to innovate and support Duke’s strategic vision. Five Pillars of Staff Learning & Development Collaboration Promoting knowledge-sharing & teamwork Connection Fostering authentic & respectful working relationships Continuous Growth Offering learning experiences…
Get involved with the Duke international community! Calling all global leaders! Explore opportunities to develop your leadership skills, build your resume, get involved, and support the Duke international community. International Guide Program International Guides (I-Guides) serve as leaders for incoming international students. I-Guides assist DISC with international move-in, graduate orientation, and social events for incoming students. Open to undergraduate and graduate/professional students! Click here to learn more about the I-Guide program! Global Fellows Program A collaboration between the Duke International Student Center (DISC), and the Office of Global Affairs (OGA), the Duke Global Fellows Program is an experiential learning and…
QuadEx enhances and integrates the social, residential, and intellectual lives of Duke undergraduates. With QuadEx, it’s not only where you live, but how you live. QuadEx builds a residential and community link between East and West Campus, where two East Campus residence halls are paired and connected to a Quad on West Campus. First-year students begin living in an East Campus residence hall and also automatically belong to their connected Quad community on West Campus. These East-West connections support special programming, getting to know upperclass students, and feeling at home in both places. All Quad programming and resources are available…
QuadEx Benefits During their four years here, Duke students will follow their own unique paths, but they will also contribute to the dynamic, spirited community that is shaped by shared experiences and a love of this place. QuadEx supports students as they make the most of their time with this extraordinary community. QuadEx provides opportunities for students to live and learn together – about themselves, about each other, and about the world.