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Duke University and Housing & Residence Life strongly believe in the value of the on-campus residential experience. This experience provides you with exciting opportunities to meet new people and learn about cultures and lifestyles that may differ from your own. How roommates are assigned Incoming first-year students are matched with roommates based on the information provided from the lifestyle questions on the first-year housing application. We have found that students who have the same study habits, noise tolerance, and sleep schedules tend to have positive experiences living together. While no one can guarantee a “perfect roommate,” we find that pairing…
Department Newsletters Emma Email System Emma is an email marketing platform available for Duke users. Current Student Affairs communications that come out of Emma are: Weekly Duke Student Government Blast (all undergrads) Weekly Duke Partnership for Service Blast (all undergrads) Weekly duARTS blast (all undergrads) Weekly Grad & Professional Student Government Blast (all g&ps) Weekly Student Affairs Undergrad Newsletter (all undergrads) Periodic messages from Duke University Union (all undergrads) Messaging to incoming new or transfer students Monthly Parents & Family Newsletter Messaging to Duke Student Veterans Weekly DISC Newsletter for international students If you are a new employee or have…
Orientation Leader Orientation Leaders (OLs) play an essential role in welcoming new-to-Duke students to campus and creating an inclusive and welcoming Experiential Orientation Project. Orientation Leaders are new students’ first impression of Duke University. They set the tone for what it means to be part of the Duke community and have the opportunity to help an entire class of students get off to the right start. OLs serve as mentors with the aspiration of creating and maintaining lasting helpful relationships throughout the school year. Responsibilities of an Orientation Leader: Create an inclusive and welcoming environment for all new-to-Duke students Lead…
Women’s History Month About Women’s History Month March is Women’s History Month! Women’s History Month (WHM) celebrates, recognizes, and affirms the work and achievements of women and femme-identified individuals living the full diversity of experience. Started in 1981, Women’s History Month is an annual celebration of the past, present, and future of women and femme-identified people. Centering feminist, womanist, and intersectional perspectives, our Women’s History Month programming is meant to honor the wealth of our femme experience while blazing a trail for those yet to come. Check out the sidebar or tiles below for details about how we’re celebrating each…
Developing students who are excited to lead social change around gender issues. Our goal is to work with students to promote a campus culture that ensures the full participation and agency of all Duke students. The internship program prepares and supports students to shape the work of the DUWC through the creation of campus programming and initiatives. Through program specific tracks, students have the opportunity to develop specialized skills and knowledge, as well as general professional competencies that are applicable to any work environment. Interns can expect to emerge from the program with more confidence, knowledge, and skills to engage…
QuadEx Origins & Support When did planning of these changes start? The initial research and planning began in 2018 when President Price charged the Next Generation Living and Learning Experience (“NGLLE”) Task Force to develop a new vision for residential life at Duke. What was the process? The first NGLLE Task Force, made up of trustees, faculty, students, and staff, invested months in stakeholder engagement, peer benchmarking, and internal discussion, and produced its final report in April 2019. During the 2020-2021 academic year, a follow-on committee of students, faculty, and staff – named NGLLE 2.0 – considered a wide range…
Getting involved as a first-year student is a great way to meet new people, develop skills, and make the most of your college experience. You can explore student organizations, attend campus events, join academic or social clubs, and participate in volunteer opportunities. Getting involved early helps you build connections, discover new interests, and feel more at home on campus. Don’t be afraid to step out of your comfort zone and try something new! House Council East Campus Council The East Campus Council (ECC) is a group of selected student officers and representatives from across East Campus communities. As the first-year…
Welcome to the Office of Finance & Administration The Finance & Administration team is committed to supporting Student Affairs’s mission of excellence in education, research, and service. We provide comprehensive financial planning, budgeting, and administrative services. Our team works diligently to manage the university’s resources responsibly, promote fiscal sustainability, and enhance operational efficiency. Submit a Request Need to submit a request? Click here to connect with our team. Please allow 2-3 business days for reviewing and processing the request. Please reach out to us at sa-financial@duke.edu with any questions. Connect Here Contacts by Business Area Who to contact for each…
What are Quad Councils? Quad council is charged with providing community events, advocating for community improvements, and communicating community concerns. Councils are encouraged to host frequent quad events that include parties, faculty-student dinners and speakers, rec sports competitions, local excursions, and purchasing quad swag. Signature Community Events K-Cups with your RC Kilgo Kamilies Grill-Go Sundae Sunday Provide detail/overview of this event Current Residents sign up to mentor first years from their Quad connection. (Insert pictures– more detail/overview) Provide detail/overview of this events Provide detail/overview of event and pictures. Follow Kilgo Quad on Instagram Follow Us
WE CAN’T WAIT TO WELCOME YOU IN AUGUST! Move-In Day 2025 for first-year students will be on Saturday, August 16th, and for transfer students on Tuesday, August 19th. From move-in day windows to logistics, we have you covered. More details about move-in day will be published in the summer. First-Year Students Transfer Students Welcome to Duke, Class of 2029! Mark your calendars: Move-In Day 2025 will be Saturday, August 16th for First-Year Students! Move-In Day Schedule of Events: All First Year Students Move-In! Dinner on the Quad Family Farewell** Residence Hall Floor Meetings Family Reception ****Families and students should prepare to say farewell prior to entering…