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Common Questions… If you can’t find the answer you’re looking for, you can always email or call us! offcampus@duke.edu What should I do first? Search for housing on Duke Off-Campus Housing website, establish a budget, and consider transportation and safety as you search. Take a look at our “Things to Consider” and “Common Questions” lists to get going. When should I start looking? Graduate/Professional Students: Most incoming graduate and professional students start looking for housing once they’ve accepted their admission to Duke, sometime between April and June. Housing options remain available through August, but choices diminish as the beginning of…
Q. What time can I move in? A. Transfer students are asked to move in between the hours of 8:30am and 5pm on Tuesday, August 22. You will visit the West HRL Office located in Crowell Residence Hall to check in (pick up your keys, etc) and check in with Project Transfer. If you are an international student choosing to move in earlierr, please follow all instructions and events the DISC Office is providing. Project Transfer begins the evening of Aug 22, so please plan on attending. Q. What happens if I can’t move in between 9am-5pm EST? A. Late…
Please note NSFP will update this FAQ as needed in the days leading up to Move-In Day. General Questions: When is my move-in time? What steps do I take when I arrive? What is the schedule for the rest of the day? Am I allowed to arrive early? Can I arrive late to move-in? Will a schedule and map be available on Move-In Day? Traffic/Parking Questions: Can we bring multiple cars? Where do I park my car? How do I get around Campus? What else do I need to do on Move-In Day? Is Brodie Gym required? What else is…
Durham is your home for the time that you’re at Duke. Take the time to explore, learn its history, and take advantage of everything Duke’s home city as to offer. Durham History & Culture Durham is your home for the time you’re at Duke. Take the time to learn it’s history. Durham History Hub Durham History Hub is a local history museum in downtown Durham. Stop by to see an exhibit or take the time to attend an event or go on a tour. Museum of Durham History Open Durham Open Durham is a great place to learn about the…
Understanding strengthens our voice. Our educational initiatives are designed to deepen understanding, broaden horizons, and build our community. Duke P.R.I.D.E. Training Pursuing Respect, Inclusion/Intersectionality, Diversity, and Equity Duke P.R.I.D.E. Training is the Center for Sexual and Gender Diversity’s (CSGD) signature educational program aimed at increasing awareness of issues impacting those with marginalized sexual orientations, gender identities and gender expressions (SOGIE). All members of the Duke community, including students, staff, and faculty, may attend. As a whole, Duke P.R.I.D.E. training addresses intersectionality and acknowledges multiple identities including race/ethnicity, nationality and religion throughout the training. The training is designed to equip individuals…
Indoor Air Quality Indoor Air Quality (IAQ) refers to the quality of air in buildings and structures as it relates to the health and comfort of the people inside, and is a crucial aspect of our daily lives. It can include factors like temperature, humidity, ventilation, mold, and exposure to chemicals. Mold thrives in warm, humid conditions, making North Carolina’s climate, with over 70% relative humidity, favorable for mold growth in summer and fall. By working together, we can greatly reduce mold-related issues in our residence halls. Tips for Students Here are ways students can maintain good indoor air quality….
Duke students can now update their Mobile DukeCard to reflect chosen or preferred first names, thanks to a collaboration between the Duke Student Government (DSG), Blue Devils United (BDU), the Office of Information Technology (OIT), and Student Affairs. Hearing from students Midway through last fall semester, student leaders from DSG and BDU, Duke’s largest undergraduate LGBTQ+ student organization, approached Student Affairs with a concern. Due to back-end software limitations, many transgender and nonbinary students were unable to update their Mobile DukeCards to reflect their chosen and preferred names. Because students use their Mobile DukeCards several times each day, this discrepancy…
Welcome to Duke! From the moment you say “yes” to attending Duke University, New Student and Family Programs is a resource to help students and families transition to campus successfully. Our office remains in communication with students in a number of critical ways: The Blue Book Summer Transition Series Weekly Digests for First-Year and Transfer students Social Media From Experiential Orientation projects, packing lists, move-in day details, and much more, you will find the information you need here to ensure a smooth transition to Duke. Now what? Congratulations on your acceptance to Duke University! Regardless of when folks are admitted, Early Decision or…
Student Affairs DEIB Definitions Diversity: The various backgrounds, lived experiences, values, and worldviews that result from differences in culture and circumstance. Equity: The active process of enabling every member of a community to achieve their fullest potential through identifying and addressing power imbalances and structural barriers. Inclusion: Providing all members of a community with the opportunity to fully participate and belong, through proactive behavior that welcomes, values and supports them. Belonging: Ensuring that Duke is a place where all feel safe and secure in their full authenticity. Resources to foster belonging Employee Resource Groups Duke offers groups with a common…