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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…
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…
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…
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…
Tayla Suitte (she/her) Assistant Director Before joining the Duke Women’s Center in October 2023, Raleigh native, Tayla Suitte, resided in the Queen City, where she became a two-time graduate of the University of North Carolina at Charlotte. During her time at UNC Charlotte, Tayla earned a bachelor’s degree in Health Systems Management in December 2020 and a Master’s of Public Health with a concentration in Epidemiology in May 2023. As the Assistant Director of Community Engagement, Tayla facilitates collaborations with community organizations and campus partners to address gender expansive issues. She leads multiple programs, including Her Garden: The Women of…
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.
Kosher Grab & Go Meals Convenience and Flavor Sometimes you’re on East or West Campus and just want to grab a quick kosher meal. We are proud to offer Kosher Grab & Go Locations across campus. Kosher Grab & Go meals are prepared, packaged, and sealed at the Freeman Center Café, a kosher facility under rabbinical supervision, operated in partnership by Duke Dining and Jewish Life at Duke. Freeman Center Cafe for Made-to-Order Meals Made-to-order kosher meals are available for purchase at the Freeman Center Café. Click here for hours of operation, menu, and more. First-year students keeping kosher may…
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…
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.
Want to reactivate a student organization at Duke? Student organization recognition is managed by Student Involvement & Leadership and is required for access to university support and resources, more specifically, functions managed by Student Affairs. Step 1: Verify Organization Eligibility Student organizations are eligible for reactivation if they have not completed annual re-registration for two consecutive academic years. Use this link to check the list of inactive groups eligible for reactivation Undergraduate organizations should be reactivated and led by undergraduate students. Graduate/professional organizations should be reactivated and led by graduate/professional students. Department sponsored organizations must obtain a letter from their…
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,…