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Emory (he/him) is originally from the small rural town of Marion, NC. His experiences of living within a close-knit community have left him with a drive for community engagement and helping others find their purpose! Emory’s journey at Appalachian State University has ended as he is now pursuing his M.Ed. in Higher Education and Student Affairs Administration from North Carolina State University. Emory is currently the Graduate Assistant in Duke University’s New Student and Family Programs office. His involvement and passions are now helping to advise Project Wellness and co-advising committees within our student-led logistics team for Experiential Orientation! Emory…
Shona Price is a seasoned communications professional with experience in the media and healthcare industries. Relocating to North Carolina from Florida’s Space Coast, she received her undergraduate degree in journalism at the University of Central Florida (Go Knights!), and her master’s degree in strategic communications from Purdue University. Shona recently joined Duke from Health First, a healthcare system in Central Florida, where she served in various leadership roles in public relations, internal and external communications and community relations. As the Director of Communications for Student Affairs at Duke, she is responsible for overseeing the strategy and processes that effectively support…
Rezin Davis is a passionate advocate for education and community building. Coming from a family of lifelong educators, he has always had a deep appreciation for the transformative power of learning. After earning his degree from Hobart and William Smith Colleges, Rezin moved to Charlotte, NC, where he initially explored Sales and Marketing. However, his true calling brought him back to education, leading him to a Non-Profit organization focused on empowering elementary and high school teachers and administrators through professional development. Rezin recently joined Duke from the EdTech company BrainPOP, where he engaged with parents looking for solutions to support…
Get Ready for Family Weekend 2024: October 18-20! This is an annual tradition unlike any other! Duke’s Family Weekend provides the opportunity for undergraduate parents and families to engage in the life of the University and cultivate a deeper understanding of the Duke student experience. REGISTRATION IS NOW LIVE! Click here to register. Check out the 2024 Schedule (the schedule below will continue to be updated through the start of Family Weekend 2024) and Family Weekend FAQ below to get a snapshot of what could be expected from this exciting weekend. Family Weekend 2024 Schedule Find FAQs below the schedule tabs! Thursday,…
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Kristin LoBiondo Pfeiffer has been around higher ed her entire life, living her first 6 years in a residence hall with her hall-director mom (hi, Dean Deb!). After studying music at Elon University, she began her venture into working in higher ed with a position at Duke in Student Activities, advising student organizations on event planning. Fast forward through leaving Duke for an arts administration job, and a few marketing jobs, and Kristin found herself back at Duke Student Affairs in 2018, supporting communications efforts. As the Communications Strategist for SA Comms, Kristin runs the Student Affairs social channels, manages…
I’ve been working at Duke for 30+ years. I’ve been part of many major events that involved media production. Some of those are videographer for Duke Basketball and Football tv shows. Crewing and directing Duke commencement ceremonies and other graduation activities for over 25 years. Three president inaugurations. I handle professional quality audio and video projects from concept to completion. Outside of work I enjoy playing guitar as well as going to live music events, restoring my 1930 Ford model “A” that’s been in my family since the 1950s. Although I do photography at work I also enjoy it as…
Health Insurance Requirement All students are required to maintain adequate medical insurance during their enrollment at Duke University. You must complete either the enrollment or waiver process within the open enrollment period. Failure to do so will result in a delay in coverage or a charge for insurance you do not need. Duke offers a Student Medical Insurance Plan (SMIP) designed to meet the needs of students who have no insurance or who have inadequate insurance coverage in the Durham, NC area. Please review your coverage. While it may be acceptable for a waiver, it may not provide the kind…
Our students connect to university identity & cultural centers through interest and/or identity. It is our intention in Student Affairs to deliver an array of international programs and services. We are committed to promoting student growth through exposure to and promotion of skills and experiences in Cultural Competency, meaning: SELF-AWARENESS: Having the consciousness of one’s social identities, cultures, biases, and perspectives, and the ability to understand what we bring to relationships and situations. UNDERSTANDING AND VALUING OTHERS: Knowledge and appreciation of the social identities, cultures, and worldviews of other people. KNOWLEDGE OF SOCIETAL INEQUALITIES: Understanding of the different forms of privilege and oppression…
What are the Cultural Affinity Spaces? The Cultural Affinity Spaces are physical places on campus that highlight and celebrate a given cultural identity. These spaces are meant for students to gather in community, encourage a sense of belonging, and celebrate the diversity within the student body at Duke. Spaces A/API BASE [Bridge to Action, Solidarity, and Education] (Bryan Center 037A) | Asian/American community space Black Student Affinity (Bryan Center 038) Disability Community Space (Bryan Center 033) Duke LIFE (Cultural Affinity Lounge, Bryan Center 036) | Low Income/First Generation community space La Casa (Bryan Center 037) | Latino/x/e community space Middle…
The mission of Duke University’s Counseling and Psychological Services (CAPS) is to provide excellent quality of care to undergraduate and graduate students. We are committed to demonstrating empathy and trust with students, one another, campus and community partners, and other stakeholders. As social justice motivates our work, all students will experience acceptance and compassion, and affirmation for their lived identities and life experiences. Services We Provide Individual Counseling & Psychiatric Services Individual counseling provides students the opportunity to meet with a provider and collaboratively work to determine and agree upon goals of treatment in a one-on-one setting. Learn More Group…
Janie Long Safe Study Space Janie Long was the director of the CSGD from 2006-2014. In her time here, she dedicated herself to making Duke a safer space for everyone. Because of Janie Long, the CSGD was able to secure its large and prominent space in the Bryan Center, and why Lavender Graduation and Coming Out Day became such beloved traditions. She subsequently served as Duke’s most high-profile LGBTQ+ administrator, the Associate Vice Provost in the Office of Undergraduate Education, until retiring in 2021. In her honor, the Janie Long Study Space on the 4th floor of Perkins is meant…