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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.
Schools and Childcare Durham Public Schools For children ages 5-18. Durham Public Schools is Durham’s free public school system. The Duke International Student Center has an introductory guide to public schools in Durham that outlines enrolling your student, required vaccines, enrolling in English as a Second Language programs, and more. Childcare For children under 5 years of age. Childcare is not subsidized in the U.S., so families should expect to pay for childcare for children who are not yet school aged.The Graduate School at Duke does offer a childcare subsidy for PhD students. There are a range of options from…
GET READY TO HAVE FUN! All new-to-Duke students will engage in an exciting experiential orientation model. Students will be orientated to Duke and Durham through a thematic-based orientation group emphasizing small-group interaction, upper-class mentorship, and fun throughout each day. Orientation Week begins the day after move-in and concludes the Friday before classes start. Throughout Orientation Week, you will grow close to your group, participate in Duke traditions, take field trips, learn about Duke campus and resources, make meaningful relationships, and learn what it means to be a Duke student. First-year students will participate in one of the thematically-based orientation projects,…
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…
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Calvin is a federal service member with the AmeriCorps serving here at Duke for a one-year term. She works to manage, evaluate, and improve food security programs across the university. Calvin hails from the University of Georgia with a background in food policy and nonprofit management.
Mary Lou Day 2023 Mary Lou Day is the annual celebration of the namesake of the Mary Lou Williams Center for Black Culture at Duke University. From 1977 until her death in 1981, Williams served as Duke‘s first Artist-in-Residence while supporting Duke’s African diaspora students. As an international jazz artist, Williams enjoyed a career that spanned over 50 years, making her one of the most significant female musicians in history. The 2023 Mary Lou Day program featured a short video of Mary Lou Williams history, a live jazz band, delicious food, and remarks from the staff of the Mary Lou Williams Center. More than 100 members of the campus community attended…
Alex joined Duke in 2024 as the Associate Director of Gender Violence Education and Outreach. She works to empower students through education, awareness, and proactive measures to foster a campus culture of consent, respect, and accountability. Alex works with campus partners and student organizations to develop and produce programming on campus in support of this goal. Alex earned her Bachelor Degrees in Art Therapy and Psychology from Converse College. She received her Master Degree in Clinical Art therapy & Mental Health Counseling from Long Island University. From there, Alex has worked in various community settings, including rape crisis centers, IPV-focused…
Legal Assistance Landlord issues? Know your rights and responsibilities as a tenant! In North Carolina, your landlord must keep your housing fit and safe. As a tenant, you must pay your rent, keep your home clean, and not damage your home. Check out this guide to learn more about how to solve common landlord issues like making repairs and security deposits. Duke students can access free legal advice from an attorney through GPSG or DSG. Graduate students, click here to make an appointment. Undergraduates, Click here to make an appointment.
The National Association of College and University Food Services (NACUFS) announced Duke Dining as the recipient of a distinguished NACUFS Nutrition Award. Duke Dining received a Gold Award, the highest achievement, in the category of ‘Most Innovative Wellness and Nutrition Program’ for the “Ask Me” Allergen Awareness Program. The NACUFS Nutrition Awards recognize the outstanding nutrition and wellness programs implemented within collegiate foodservice programs to meet the needs of a dynamic student population. NACUFS member institutions across North America submitted entries in two categories – Most Innovative Wellness and Nutrition Program and Best Local Foods Recipe. NACUFS Chief Executive Officer,…