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Shavonne Ross Staff Specialist she/her Check back soon to learn more about Shavonne! Phone: Office Phone: TBAFax: 919-681-7565 Email: shavonne.ross@duke.edu Office Location: 125 Science Drive101G Bryan CenterBox 90917Durham, NC 27708
BLACK HISTORY MONTH 2024 in collaboration with the Mary Lou Williams Center for Black Culture For the FULL Black History Month experience, click here! African Americans and the Arts Since 1976, every American president has designated February as Black History Month and endorsed a specific theme. The Black History Month 2024 theme, “African Americans and the Arts,” explores the key influence African Americans have had in the fields of “visual and performing arts, literature, fashion, folklore, language, film, music, architecture, culinary and other forms of cultural expression.” (History) African American art is infused with African, Caribbean, and the Black American…
Heritage Months This page is under construction! Check back soon for updates. For each of the individual heritage month expansions, please see the sidebar or tiles below. Questions? Contact dcma@duke.edu Latinx Heritage Month/Hispanic Heritage Month September 15-October 15 Click here for LHM @ Duke! LGBT History Month October Led by the Center for Sexual and Gender Diversity History of LGBTQ Life at Duke Native American Heritage Month November Click here for NAHM @ Duke! Black History Month February In collaboration with the Mary Lou Williams Center for Black Culture BHM 2024 Women’s History Month March Led by Women’s Center at…
ASIAN/AMERICAN PACIFIC ISLANDER HERITAGE MONTH 2024 Tending Gardens “The act of tending a garden involves the active and ongoing process of observing plants as they grow, and maintaining the garden in the appropriate conditions (U. of Aberdeen).” When we think about our communities and the people who make them, we ought to think of them as gardens: worthy of thriving and growing successfully. “Tending Gardens” as the theme of this year’s A/APIHM encompasses a range of metaphorical and literal meanings, emphasizing the care, cultivation, and nurturing of various aspects of life, society, or the self. This can symbolize the process…
Plan Profiles *All fees shown reflect plan costs for the 2024-2025 school year. Students who reside on campus must enroll in a dining plan. Your dining plan and Food Points plan are legal contracts between you and the university. Therefore, it is important to review your chosen contract carefully and file it for future reference. We offer several convenient ways to pay for food, including a variety of traditional dining plans (listed in the “read more” section below), Food Points and Flexible Spending Account (FLEX). These accounts, available to students, faculty and staff, virtually eliminate the need to carry cash on campus….
Planning an event can be as simple as reserving a room for your meeting or as complicated as planning a multi-day program with dozens of break-out sessions, meals and coffee breaks, providing attendee registration websites, making sure your event is environmentally friendly, and the list goes on. But the key to a successful event, no matter the size, is planning. Our team members are the primary campus contact point for services related to conferences and events in the Campus Center and across campus for faculty, staff, and students. We can assist you in reserving a space, ensuring your event follows university events…
All Roads Lead to The Lou Our Vision We are dedicated to building community, fostering belonging, and cultivating joy for ALL Black people at Duke University. Our Mission The mission of the Mary Lou Williams Center at Duke University is to foster a safe and affirming community that supports the diverse needs of Black-identified people. Our Core Values Community Authenticity Inclusion Liberation Respect We Believe….. Black is not a monolith. That blackness is broad deep & diverse That our blackness should be celebrated, honored and affirmed. Blackness is beautiful That the legacy of our ancestors should be exalted. Black people…
Spring 2025 CEF Applications will open on MONDAY, OCTOBER 21! The submission window opens Monday, October 21 and closes Wednesday, October 30- Check back soon! What is the Cultural Engagement Fund? The Cultural Engagement Fund (CEF) is a funding source for students groups that meet the following criteria: Is formally recognized or chartered by Duke University; Has an assigned fund code or account issued by Student Affairs Primarily benefits undergraduate students. **Please note: in order for student organizations to access the CEF application via Duke Groups, they must first complete the financial training via Duke Groups. The application will be…
Upcoming + Ongoing Events Join our newsletter Submit resources to our newsletter Join our Duke groups and register for upcoming events Signature Events Throughout the year, the Mary Lou Williams Center hosts a number of programs and events. Check below to see new and current events or learn more about our signature ” Mary Lou” events. Black Convocation A culturally affirming kick-off to the academic year. Black Convocation invites Black faculty and staff to impart wisdom and inspiration to the student community as they begin the academic year. Student leaders are also invited to share student organization information to help…
The Modern Day Lou Join us as we celebrate Black History Month with Reverend Nontombi Naomi Tutu! Register to Attend HERE Black Family Brunch 2024 FDOC FALL 2024 Kwanzaa 2024 Mary Lou Staff with Kwanzaa Guest Speaker, Danita Masson-Hogans Students gather and attend Black Convocation 2023 MLWC 40th Anniversary Gala 2023 Black Family Brunch 2024 MLWC 40th Anniversary Gala 2023 Black Family Brunch 2024 Cookout for The Culture 2024 2024 Graduates at Final Honors MLWC and peers celebrate spring 2023 Our 2024 graduates! Cookout for The Culture 2024 Class of 2024 Alumna join us for Cookout for The Culture! Submit…