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Lydia McInnes (she/her) Assistant Director A North Carolina native, Lydia McInnes (MA) earned her Bachelor of Arts in Media and Journalism and Women’s and Gender Studies at the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill in 2019. She then attended Arizona State University where she worked as a graduate assistant in the Center for Gender Equity in Science and Technology while earning her Master of Arts in Gender Studies. At Duke, Lydia works within the department of Student Engagement as the Assistant Director of Gender Equity at the Duke Women’s Center. Working with campus and community partners, Lydia aims to…
Student Organization Storage Guidelines To ensure the efficient use of storage facilities and maintain a safe and organized environment, the following guidelines have been established for recognized student organizations. Student organization spaces exist to provide storage and access to supplies related to the functions of the organization. The use of the student organization storage space is a privilege of being a recognized student organization. The Student Involvement and Leadership team reserves the right to revoke this privilege from any organization found in violation of these guidelines or other University policies. Expectations Student organizations are responsible for maintaining the cleanliness and…
LA CASA Est. 2016 CMA: La Casa’s primary focus is to serve and preserve the history, culture, and experience of the Latinx/é/o communities at Duke University. This space was born out of student activism and is open to all students who identify and/or are in allyship with these communities. The space works toward providing an inclusive environment for all students. All are welcome. Latinx/é/o/a is not a monolith. Latinidad should be celebrated, for all of the racial and ethnic intersections that it is represented by. The term Latinx/é is used to encompass the intersections that exist in Latinidad. Including people…
High Holidays with Jewish Life at Duke Each year, all members of Duke community are invited to celebrate the High Holidays with Jewish Life at Duke. For Rosh Hashanah and Yom Kippur, both Reform and Conservative-style services are offered at the Freeman Center for Jewish Life and are open to all students, faculty, staff, and community members, regardless of background or religious affiliation. We also offer Tashlich at Duke Gardens. Additionally, we offer free holiday meals for students including Rosh Hashanah dinner, kiddush lunches, and Yom Kippur pre-fast dinner at the Freeman Center. Pre-registration for meals is required, but all…
Fraternities and sororities have been part of the University’s history dating back to the time of Trinity College. Through the development of partnerships, student advocacy, and educational programming, fraternities & sororities at Duke aim to be a place where students can develop leadership skills, gain cultural competency, enhance personal wellness, and think critically – all while making an impact on their greater communities. Councils & Chapters Interfraternity Council (IFC) Multicultural Greek Council (MGC) National Pan-Hellenic Council (NPHC) The Interfraternity Council (IFC) is home to an organization (one co-ed fraternity) that provides opportunities for students to create lifelong bonds through social,…
Project Directors Project Directors for Duke Experiential Orientation experiences will lead community-building orientation projects that are the tapestry of Duke orientation. Projects will create an inclusive environment where new members of our community can build healthy relationships, learn about campus culture, and begin to acclimate to Duke. With the help of campus partners and the Office of New Student and Family Programs, Project Directors will facilitate these outcomes by co-designing a project schedule, developing and training a student staff, and leading the execution of their project. Each Project will have no more than two project directors, who will be expected…
Welcome Duke is committed to providing a comprehensive response for those in our community who have experienced any form of gender violence. Our goal is to ensure that all members of our community are met with caring and compassionate response while being provided access to all available resources. Everyone’s experience to gender violence is unique. The information below lays out the wide array of resources available to survivors of gender violence. Family and friends of survivors may also use this information to become more aware of the options available at Duke University.We hope tuning into the options available to you…
VA Benefits and Certification The Registrar’s Office serves as the School Certifying Official (SCO) for Duke. Please direct questions related to benefits and certification to veteranseducation@duke.edu or 919-684-2813. Comprehensive instructions on how to apply benefits can be found at the Duke University Registrar Website. If you have already applied with the VA to use your benefits, have received your Certificate of Eligibility (COE) letter from them, please forward a copy of the letter to veteranseducation@duke.edu. Veterans and military-affiliated students may be eligible for education and training benefits, such as Yellow Ribbon Program Post 9/11 GI Bill® (Chapter 33) Veteran Readiness and Employment…
BLACK HISTORY MONTH in collaboration with the Mary Lou Williams Center for Black Culture For the FULL Black History Month experience, click here! What is Black History Month? Black History Month, celebrated each February, honors the richness of Black culture and the global African diaspora. It began in 1926 as Negro History Week, founded by historian Carter G. Woodson and the Association for the Study of Negro Life and History (ASNLH). The second week of February was chosen to coincide with the birthdays of Abraham Lincoln and Frederick Douglass. In 1976, during the nation’s bicentennial, the observance was officially expanded…
Disability Community Space (DCS) Check back soon for more information! Disability Community Space (DCS) is an inclusive affinity space open to all. It offers a welcoming environment where individuals of different abilities and allies can connect, share experiences, access resources, and foster mutual support.