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This MLK Day weekend, the Duke community celebrated the legacy of Rev. Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. From Duke Chapel to K-Ville, Blue Devils gathered to remember, honor, and enact the values that Dr. King championed throughout his life. This year’s events demonstrate how deeply Dr. King’s message continues to resonate with the Duke family. Here are a few highlights from this past weekend. Duke Centennial Martin Luther King Jr. Commemoration On Sunday, Blue Devils packed into Duke Chapel for the Duke Centennial Martin Luther King Jr. Commemoration, featuring keynote remarks from Duke alumnus and Board of Trustees member Grant…
Duke Students dove deep into Judaism, plastic pollution, and environmental stewardship on Alternative Spring Break Trip with Jewish Life at Duke
As an extension to our Summer Transition Series webinar programs, we are excited to announce immersive, in-person day experiences!
What’s Open? Dining Dining locations will have abbreviated hours beginning on Saturday, March 9, and some locations will be closed all week. Health & Wellness Student Health and CAPS will be open as normal during the week of Spring Break. Transportation Some bus routes may be operating on an alternate schedule. Campus Rec Wilson Rec and Brodie Gym will be operating on abbreviated hours during break. Offices The Academic Advising Center, Academic Resource Center, Identity & Cultural Centers, Housing & Residence Life, Visa Services, etc. will all be open during Spring Break should you need them or want to stop…
2024 Grad/Prof Student Day Experience – #4 Women’s Soccer Game [NOTE: This event has already occurred.] As an extension to our 2024 Summer Transition Series webinar sessions, Graduate and Professional Student Services is excited to announce six immersive in-person Day Experiences! Day Experiences are designed: The Women’s Center is proud to host an event for our women- and femme-identifying students. Join us and cheer on the Duke Women’s Soccer team as they take on UNC Wilmington. Enjoy a fun, low-pressure environment in which you can meet other first-year students, network, and begin building a supportive sisterhood for the rest of your…
Every year, students participate in Jewish Life at Duke’s B’nai Mitzvah program, which offers students who did not become b’nai mitzvah as pre-teens to take part in this milestone during their time at Duke.
The Duke Jewish Alumni Network (DJAN) is partnering with the Jewish Book Council to bring notable books, discussions, and author conversations to alumni and friends!
The DJAN Book Club, supported by Jewish Life at Duke and Duke Lifelong Learning, offers an opportunity for alumni, parents, and friends to read six books during the 2024-2025 academic year.
2024 Grad/Prof Student Day Experience – #3 Downtown Tour & Durham Bulls Baseball Game [NOTE: This event has already occurred.] As an extension to our 2024 Summer Transition Series webinar sessions, Graduate and Professional Student Services is excited to announce six immersive in-person Day Experiences! Day Experiences are designed: The Office of Off-Campus & Community Life brings you a fun two-part activity; “Discover Downtown Durham.” Learn more about your new hometown with a tour of downtown Durham. Afterward, take in the excitement of a Durham Bulls baseball game. Tentative Itinerary*: Tuesday, August 13, 2024 Overview: *Itinerary and activities are subject to change …
Coming together in times of crisis. It was quiet. As the moon cast a pale glow on the stones of the iconic Duke chapel, the campus lay enveloped by silence. Spring break meant that the usually bustling walkways and vibrant buildings were now empty and silent. Amidst this quietude, a distinct sound pierced through the darkness, a melodic recitation of surah al fatiha, the first chapter in the Qur’an. The sound of prayer cast tranquility and a sense of sacredness and serenity permeated the empty campus grounds from the open window of the Center for Muslim Life. On the evening…
The Table Talk pilot is a proud inaugural recipient of the Heaton-Blackshear Innovation Grant. *Click here to apply for Table Talk for the Spring 2024 semester. Table Talk is simple! Selected students will have access to funds to take a faculty or staff member to a meal on campus. Talk about your personal and professional goals, your favorite TV show, the Duke/Clemson football game, time travel, or anything you want! Enjoy yourself, then tell us all about your experience. Why? Because informal interactions with faculty and staff outside of the classroom can help you find pathways to success while you’re at…
April 4th, 2024 Duke University boasts a diverse community, and as the academic year comes to a close, it’s time to honor the achievements and journeys of its graduating students. The university hosts a series of graduation ceremonies, each with its own unique significance and purpose. First up is Lavender Graduation, a heartfelt celebration that recognizes the accomplishments of LGBTQIA+ and ally undergraduate, graduate, and professional students. At this ceremony, participants receive a rainbow tassel, certificate, and a special gift from the Duke LGBTQ Network. It’s not just a farewell to Duke; it’s a beacon of inspiration for future generations….
Staying at Duke / in Durham this summer and looking for things to do? Here are just a few options!