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Durham is your home for the time that you’re at Duke. Take the time to explore, learn its history, and take advantage of everything Duke’s home city as to offer. Durham History & Culture Durham is your home for the time you’re at Duke. Take the time to learn it’s history. Durham History Hub Durham History Hub is a local history museum in downtown Durham. Stop by to see an exhibit or take the time to attend an event or go on a tour. Museum of Durham History Open Durham Open Durham is a great place to learn about the…
Navigating Important Conversations Your wisdom and guidance have informed your students’ decisions up until this point in their lives. You will continue to play a critical role in supporting their overall health and well-being throughout their time on campus and beyond. We have found that having conversations about substance use with family members before their arrival on campus contributes to increased student safety, ownership of their choices, and more positive experiences throughout their time at Duke. Students who have already thought about their boundaries, social priorities, values, and familial expectations feel more confident in responding to challenges and scenarios that…
Tasha Curry-Corcoran is a learning and organizational development leader with over 25 years of experience working with Fortune 500 technology companies, retail, military, community development, and advocacy organizations. She is an award-winning member of the Association for Talent Development, holds a Masters degree in Human and Organizational Learning from George Washington University and a BA in Foreign Affairs from The University of Virginia. As part of the SASRO team Tasha guides the staff learning and development strategy for the division and creates spaces for staff to learn from each other as well as from campus and community partners. She directs…
Graduate Professional Day Trip – Day at the Museum As an extension to our Summer Transition Series webinar programs, we are excited to announce three immersive and in-person day trips! Trips are designed: Join us for “A Day at the Museum” at the Museum of Life and Science! This is a wonderful opportunity for students, families, kids and faculty/staff members to come together and explore the captivating exhibits and attractions of the museum. From interactive displays, butterfly hall, wildlife trails to fascinating train rides, there’s something for everyone to enjoy. Don’t miss out on this memorable experience! Why join us: Tentative Itinerary:…
Shopping for Groceries Your guide to local grocers. Click through the tabs below for different categories of grocery options in Durham. $: Least expensive$$: Medium expensive$$$: Most expensive *Requires car or public transit to access General International Other General grocery stores Food Lion $ Harris Teeter $$ Hillsborough Road location is closest to campus Students receive a 5% discount on all groceries. Learn more. Whole Foods Organic Supermarket $$$ Closest grocery store to campus Specialty Grocery Stores General International Compare Foods* $ Food World* $ Middle Eastern Taiba Market Halal Market (Halal) European Gugulhupf Café, Bakery, and Biergarten (German)…
Graduate Professional Day Trip – A Day Downtown As an extension to our Summer Transition Series webinar programs, we are excited to announce three immersive and in-person day trips! Trips are designed: Embark on a thrilling downtown Durham scavenger hunt that will keep you on your toes, and afterwards, catch the excitement of a Durham Bulls Baseball game. Tentative Itinerary*: Tuesday, 8 August 2023 *Itinerary and activities are subject to change Additional information: Registration has closed Any questions, please email n.cervantes@duke.edu
Graduate Professional Day Trip – Day at the Lake As an extension to our Summer Transition Series webinar programs, we are excited to announce three immersive and in-person day trips! Trips are designed: Enjoy a Day at the Lake with fellow new Duke Graduate and Professional students – a fun filled morning at NC State Parks – Jordan Lake. Tentative Itinerary*: Wednesday, July 26 *Itinerary and activities are subject to change Additional information: Communication Timeline: (Selected students will be notified by July 10)
Grace (she/her) spearheads parent and family initiatives including Family Weekend, advises Experiential Orientation Projects, and supports strategic planning for the First-Year Experience. Grace earned a B.S. in Mathematics and a B.A. in Religious Studies from Guilford College in Greensboro, NC. After graduating, Grace worked as an admission counselor at her alma mater before going on to pursue her M.Ed in Higher Education Administration & Student Affairs at the University of South Carolina. In her free time, Grace can be found spending time with her husband and son, exploring local trails, playing board games, or watching lacrosse.
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Welcome to Facilities, Planning & Operations The Student Affairs Facilities, Planning & Operations Department is dedicated to creating and maintaining a safe, welcoming, and functional environment for all students, faculty, and visitors. Our team manages a diverse portfolio of residence halls, ensuring they are well-maintained, accessible, and conducive to student life and learning. Submit a residence hall or office building work order request through FixIt FixIt is a centralized issue-reporting platform. Instead of navigating countless websites, we do all the rerouting for you. Submit a request How do I request pest control? Monday-Friday, 8:30 a.m. – 5:00 p.m., please contact…