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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 promote a positive campus environment that centers gender equity, intersectionality,…
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. New organization applications are open: September 15 – October 15 (fall semester) January 15 – February 15 (spring semester) Applications are not accepted outside of these time periods. Step 1: Research Existing Organizations Check Duke Groups to make sure a similar organization does not already exist. Contact any similar group(s) to determine if/how your grop would be different Check the list of inactive groups eligible…
NATIVE AMERICAN HERITAGE MONTH 2023 What is Native American Heritage Month? What started at the turn of the twentieth century as an effort to gain a day of recognition for the significant contributions the Native Americans made to the establishment and growth of the U.S. has resulted in a whole month being designated for that purpose. This commemorative month aims to provide a platform for native people to share their culture, traditions, music, crafts, dance, and ways and concepts of life. This gives Native people the opportunity to express to their community and state officials their concerns and solutions for…
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…
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. As the director of Duke’s Gender Violence Education and Outreach (GVEO) office, I 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…
In 2020, Duke committed. Healthy relationships are the cornerstone of a successful collegiate experience In 2020, Duke committed to bringing healthy relationship education to every student, ensuring that it became an integral part of their academic journey. By actively promoting healthy relationships, we aim to foster a positive campus culture that centers on respect. At the heart of our philosophy lies the understanding that meaningful connections are integral to the well-being of all Duke students. How We Got Here Our mission was clear: to bring healthy relationship education to every student, ensuring that it became an integral part of their…
QuadEx enhances and integrates the social, residential, and intellectual lives of Duke undergraduates. With QuadEx, it’s not only where you live, but how you live. QuadEx builds a residential and community link between East and West Campus, where two East Campus residence halls are paired and connected to a Quad on West Campus. First-year students begin living in an East Campus residence hall and also automatically belong to their connected Quad community on West Campus. These East-West connections support special programming, getting to know upperclass students, and feeling at home in both places. All Quad programming and resources are available…
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, call (919) 660-1448. Dining At Duke Dining, we believe sustainability is holistic. From procurement to disposal, all stages of the sustainability…
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…
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. In the Spotlight will take place on Tuesday, April 15th at 4:00 p.m. in Penn Pavilion. Award nominations are live on Duke Group until Friday, March 7, 2025, at 11:59 p.m. 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…
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…
QuadEx Benefits During their four years here, Duke students will follow their own unique paths, but they will also contribute to the dynamic, spirited community that is shaped by shared experiences and a love of this place. QuadEx supports students as they make the most of their time with this extraordinary community. QuadEx provides opportunities for students to live and learn together – about themselves, about each other, and about the world.