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NATIVE AMERICAN HERITAGE MONTH What is Native American Heritage Month? Native American Heritage Month is a time to recognize and celebrate the rich cultures, histories, and contributions of Native and Indigenous peoples across the United States. What began in the early 20th century as a movement to establish a day of recognition has since grown into a month-long observance each November. The month serves as a platform for Native communities to share their traditions, stories, music, crafts, dance, and worldviews. It also offers space to engage in meaningful dialogue around issues impacting Native peoples today, while fostering understanding, respect, and…
THE KILGO ARCH The Quad Arches are the visual identities of the seven QuadEx Quads at Duke University The Anatomy of the KILGO QUAD ARCH Element #1: Principal Color Dark Hunter Green: Chosen for the green marble tiles that ornament several entranc.es to the Quad, Kilgo’s green was also selected for the evergreen Magnolia that grows prominently in the center of its interior courtyard. Element #2: Supporting Color True Black: Complementing the warmth of Kilgo’s dark hunter green is a true black supporting color, chosen in part as a reference to one of Kilgo’s significant numbers, 0, because the hexadecimal…
Student Sustainability Guide Click here for more resources. Learn More Staff Sustainability Guide For Staff resources, click here. Learn More Duke University Office of Climate and Sustainability To learn more about Duke University’s campus wide commitments to sustainability please visit: https://sustainability.duke.edu/ https://climate.duke.edu/ Recycling Recycling Guidelines: Links to help: https://facilities.duke.edu/what-we-do/waste-reduction-recycling/duke-recycles/what-can-be-recycled/ https://www.durhamnc.gov/866/Recycling-Guidelines Special Event Recycling: Recycling and/or compost bins can be provided to accommodate qualifying special events taking place on campus. Please note, there is typically a fee for this service and must be scheduled at least 72 hrs in advance of the event. For more information or to request a service,…
Student Organization Calendar Below is the annual calendar of important dates for student organizations. Edit Event Date New organization application opens TBD New organization application closes TBD RSO requirements submission deadline Commencement Annual re-registration opens July 15 Duke Groups Fair table sign-ups open July 15 Duke Groups Fair table sign up closes August 15 Storage request form opens September 8 Storage request form closes September 15 Annual re-registration closes September 15 Late re-registration opens December 1 Late re-registration closes December 31 Student Organization Requirements Below are the annual requirements for student organizations. Edit Requirement Undergraduate RSO Graduate/Professional RSO Department Sponsored…
Amenities Each house has its own personality and community, but common features include: • Main common room with a piano and television• Kitchen with stove and refrigerator• Laundry facilities• Vending machines• Shared bathrooms• Game tables such as pool and ping pong tables (these vary by house) Learn about more hall amenities here. Air Conditioning on East Campus All residence halls on East Campus have air conditioning. Types of A/C include central air and window units. For more information about indoor air quality, please reference this page. Cleaning Cleaning supplies are available for student use. Duke University does not clean individual…
In the Spotlight is an awards ceremony that recognizes Duke community members and student groups that have represented Duke in an exemplary way throughout the academic year. Individual Awards William J. Griffith University Service Award Distinguished Leadership Award Duke Cornerstone Award Fraternity/Sorority Life Member of the Year Fraternity/Sorority Life Emerging Leader of the Year Student Organization Advisor of the Year Fraternity/Sorority Life Greek Scholar Award Group Awards Fraternity/Sorority Life Chapter Program of the Year Student Organization Program of the Year Student Organization of the Year Fraternity/Sorority Life Duke Partnership for Change Award Fraternity/Sorority Life Greek Scholar Award Fraternity/Sorority Life Chapter…
Student Experience Surveys The Duke Student Experiences Survey aims to understand of the extent and nature of sexual misconduct involving Duke students and to gather students’ views of campus climate in relation to sexual misconduct. 2018 Student Experiences Survey 2018 SES Appendices 2016 Duke Student Experiences Survey 2016 SES Appendices leave this page
There are different types of time away from Duke for various needs. While it can take many forms, it is important to note that all time away will fall under specific leave categories. Below is an outline of all official University leave categories and relevant deadlines for undergraduate students. If you are not sure which category works best for you and your current situation, please reach out to the Time Away Office. Voluntary Leave Involuntary Leave MEDICAL LEAVE:Medical Leave of Absence (MLOA) should be considered if a pause in academic coursework may be helpful due to physical or mental health-related matters. A medical leave…
Ramadan@Duke “And what is the reward of goodness, but goodness itself” [Quran 55:60] One of the most sacred months in the Islamic calendar, Ramadan is observed as a month of fasting, reflection, and prayer. Many Muslims will fast from food & drink (including water) from dawn until some time around sunset. We estimate that nearly 400 of the Muslims at Duke will participate in the CML’s Ramadan programming. First Night of Taraweeh First Day of Fasting Last Day of Fasting Eid Ul-Fitr Tuesday, February 17th The CML follows the opinion of the Fiqh Council of North America and the Triangle…
Want to start a group at Duke? Student group recognition is managed by Student Involvement & Leadership and is required for access to university support and resources, more specifically functions managed by Student Affairs. Based upon staffing changes and to provide better support to our current recognized student organizations, we will not be opening applications for new recognized student organizations in the Fall 2025 semester. We want to ensure we can provide a thoughtful and thorough review of new organization applications and will be best equipped to do so in spring semester. Please stay tuned in the early spring semester…
Get to Know Your Candidates! Check out the interviewing resources and guides to learn more about creating a world-class interview experience! Hiring Inclusive Excellence (COMING SOON) As the search process unfolds, it is critical that hiring teams ensure that the hiring and interview processes are equitable, inclusive and considers the needs of a wide range of prospective candidates. Inclusion in Hiring General Guidance for All Interviews The interview process can make or break a hiring experience, for both hiring managers and for candidates. Interviews, whether they are phone, virtual, on-campuses, or another style, should be coordinated with care and intention….
Welcome to Duke! Experiential Orientation is an incredible weeklong immersion that gives new-to-Duke students the opportunity to dive into an engaging experience that builds community and fosters a sense of belonging around a shared interest. Combining experiential and immersive education with thoughtful team-building, engaging excursions, leadership development, and campus and community tours, this orientation model promises to be an incredible introduction to the Duke community. Project Transfer: Welcome to Duke! Whether or not it’s your first college orientation, PTransfer’s mission is to provide new-to-Duke transfer students a crash course in everything Duke. Expect three days of fun, as we teach…