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Purpose of a Vigil A vigil is a period of watchful attention, often spent in quiet contemplation, typically held as a form of commemoration or in anticipation of an event. It involves a collective or individual act of maintaining awareness, commonly observed during times of mourning, reflection, or preparation. Hosting a Vigil at Duke University Who can host a vigil? Vigils must be hosted by a registered student organization or University department. If an individual student not connected to a student organization is interested in hosting a vigil, they should contact the Assistant Dean of Religious Life, Lyn Pace. Organizations must…
Resources for Change Check out our list of campus, local, and national resources for gender equity and social justice related causes. We also keep a comprehensive list of resources on other topics like health and wellness, reproductive justice, and more. If there are resources you’d like to see added to this list, email us at womenctr@duke.edu. Stay tuned for an updated Library page where you can browse the list of books, magazines, and publications we have to offer. Gender Equity & Social Justice Campus Department of Gender, Sexuality & Feminist Studies The Gender, Sexuality & Feminist Studies program is dedicated…
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…
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….
Our Programs GVEO develops and contributes a wide range of programs and events to increase awareness about gender violence, which includes sexual and relationship violence, stalking, sexual harassment and more. We work to meet the needs of Duke students, faculty, and staff through our prevention efforts, promoting a culture of consent as well as a sense of community and belonging on campus. In our ongoing commitment to create a community free from violence, we are always seeking new ideas and opportunities to collaborate. We deeply value the expertise and experiences of our community members as we work together to foster…
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…
One of our goals for GVEO is to increase overall awareness around gender violence. Awareness months offer students and staff a way to be actively engaged in speaking about an issue related to gender violence. Through our observation of awareness months, we develop activities and events that encourage our community to discuss important topics related to violence prevention at Duke. October Relationship Violence Awareness Month October is Relationship Violence Awareness Month (RVAM). The goal of RVAM is to raise public awareness around relationship violence and educate communities on how to prevent it. We know that one month is not enough…
A message to the Duke community: This letter is to reaffirm our institution’s steadfast commitment to preventing gender violence on our campus and within our community. We wish to highlight that it is of utmost importance to us that every member of our campus feels safe, supported, and respected. Gender violence, in its various forms, is an issue that affects individuals across all demographics and backgrounds. It undermines the very fabric of our community and creates barriers to achieving our collective goals of inclusivity and equality. It is our responsibility, as an educational institution, to actively address and combat this…
Student organization storage is currently unavailable. An announcement will be made via public channels when it becomes available again. We apologize for the inconvenience. 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…
Student Prevention Modules Data Sexual Assault Prevention: Mandatory Online Modules All incoming undergraduate and graduate students are required to complete an online course: Sexual Assault Prevention for Undergraduates (SAPU) and Sexual Assault Prevention for Graduate Students (SAPG). SAPU and SAPG provide detailed information about the importance of values and the aspects of healthy and unhealthy relationships. The trainings, which are evidence-based and tailored for the specific audience, also discuss decisions regarding sexual activity and sexual assault. Whether you plan to engage in sexual activity or not, the goals of the course are to help you make well-informed decisions about consent,…
Reach Out! If you have any questions, concerns, or feedback feel free to contact us at gveo@duke.edu. Request A Program or Workshop We are available to facilitate discussions and present interactive programs on gender violence prevention. We can adapt any workshop to meet the needs of your group. Fill out our form Check out our Upcoming Events on DukeGroups! GVEO Office The Wellness Center 305 Towerview DrRm 131ADurham, NC 27710 Find us on Duke Maps If you attended a program or training and would like to provide feedback, please fill out this survey.