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Get Ready for Family Weekend 2026: October 16-18 This is an annual tradition unlike any other! Duke’s Family Weekend provides the opportunity for undergraduate parents and families to engage in the life of the University and cultivate a deeper understanding of the Duke student experience. Registration will launch in early Fall. Check out the 2025 Schedule and Family Weekend FAQ below to get a snapshot of what to expect from this exciting weekend. Questions: For questions about registration and ticketed events, contact Duke University Box Officeat: tickets@duke.edu or 919-684-4444. For Family Weekend Football ticket questions, contact Duke Athletics Ticket Office at duaatix@duke.edu or (919)-681-BLUE (2583)…
All students* enrolled at Duke University are required to maintain adequate medical insurance to support their health and wellness through their time at Duke. Health Insurance To ensure that all students have adequate health care coverage, including ongoing primary and specialty care, and to satisfy the mandatory health insurance requirement, Duke University automatically enrolls all registered students into the Duke Student Medical Insurance Plan (SMIP). The Duke SMIP is a student-focused medical insurance plan with robust medical, mental health, vision, and pharmacy benefits. It is Affordable Care Act (ACA) compliant and works in tandem with other Duke health and well-being…
Our students connect to university identity & cultural centers through interest and/or identity. It is our intention in Student Affairs to deliver an array of international programs and services. We are committed to promoting student growth through exposure to and promotion of skills and experiences in Cultural Competency, meaning: SELF-AWARENESS: Having the consciousness of one’s social identities, cultures, biases, and perspectives, and the ability to understand what we bring to relationships and situations. UNDERSTANDING AND VALUING OTHERS: Knowledge and appreciation of the social identities, cultures, and worldviews of other people. AWARENESS OF SOCIAL DYNAMICS: Demonstrates an understanding of how individual experiences, opportunities,…
Counseling and Psychological Services (CAPS) The mission of Duke University’s Counseling and Psychological Services (CAPS) is to provide excellent quality of care to undergraduate and graduate students. We are committed to demonstrating empathy and trust with students, one another, campus and community partners, and other stakeholders. As social justice motivates our work, all students will experience acceptance and compassion, and affirmation for their lived identities and life experiences. Getting Started With CAPS Hours & Location CAPS After Hours Support Additional Resources Looking to start services with CAPS? You can either call 919-660-1000 or visit us in person on Monday –…
Janie Long Safe Study Space Janie Long was the director of the CSGD from 2006-2014. In her time here, she dedicated herself to making Duke a safer space for everyone. Because of Janie Long, the CSGD was able to secure its large and prominent space in the Bryan Center, and why Lavender Graduation and Coming Out Day became such beloved traditions. She subsequently served as Duke’s most high-profile LGBTQ+ administrator, the Associate Vice Provost in the Office of Undergraduate Education, until retiring in 2021. In her honor, the Janie Long Study Space on the 4th floor of Perkins is meant…
Learn. Connect. Engage. First and foremost, we work to keep you up to date on what’s going on around campus. By staying informed on important University developments and initiatives, you will gain a much sharper understanding of what your student is experiencing on a day-to-day basis. New Families Welcome to OUR family! Family Weekend Schedule & FAQs Duke Parents Advisory Council Learn more about DPAC Visiting Duke and Durham Local Attractions & Accommodations Family Communications How we communicate with you Campus Resources Get Assistance
Here to support, encourage & empower you. Duke Student Affairs is focused on you and helping you navigate your university experience. Along with giving you the resources you need to succeed, we help you plug into clubs and organizations, find communities of like-minded people, engage in conversations with amazing and diverse individuals, and be the ethical student—and person—who is positioned for a successful future. Start exploring! Recent Messages to Undergrads The Weekly Newsletter + Announcements Spring 2026 Fall 2025 Spring 2025 Fall 2024 Spring 2024 Fall 2023 Spring 2023 January 30th: A Reminder About Hazing and Our Shared Responsibilities…
The Wellness Tree “A tree uses what comes its way to nurture itself. By sinking its roots deeply into the earth, by accepting the rain that flows toward it, by reaching out to the sun, the tree perfects its character and becomes great.” –Deng Ming-Dao The model of a wellness tree applies to any person who wants to focus on health and wellness in her or his life, no matter what the current state of health is. All parts of the model are interactive and interdependent. Each tree (person) is different and requires different levels of care to maintain optimal…
Keeping Yourself & Others Safe We are here as a resource to provide you with educational opportunities, social host trainings, and organizational risk management workshops so you can safely enjoy your time here at Duke. Whether you are looking for information or strategies for yourself, a friend, or for a larger organization, DuWell can work with you to develop an action plan for reducing the potential harm stemming from high-risk behaviors and activities. Social Host Workshop Social Hosts are members of the Duke community that are required to be present at all on-campus events where alcohol is present. Social Hosts…
Engage with Our Community We offer a variety of programs and events throughout the year that are open to all members of the Duke community. Be sure to check Duke Groups for the full upcoming schedule! Regular Programming Jumu’ah (also spelled Jummah, Jumu’a, or Jum’ah) The Friday prayer service (Jumu’ah) is a cornerstone of many Muslim communities. Join us for the CML’s Friday prayer service which includes a khutbah (sermon) and prayer. Stay after to enjoy food and socialize with the community! All are welcome. When: Fridays, 1:00-1:30 p.m. Where: McClendon Tower, Fifth Floor (see Duke Groups for more) Zoom Option:…