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Rabbi Elana Friedman (she/her/hers) is the Campus Rabbi and Jewish Chaplain for Jewish Life at Duke. Since she came to Duke in 2015, Rabbi Elana has found deep meaning in working with Duke’s Jewish students: “I love being part of Jewish students’ journeys, and walking that walk with them; both asking and contemplating the big questions in life.” At Duke University, Rabbi Elana, as she’s known on campus, serves as chief Jewish educator and spiritual leader of the campus Jewish community. In her role as Campus Rabbi, she provides counseling for students, offers opportunities for Jewish learning, and serves as liaison…
Students acknowledge the right of the university to take disciplinary action, including suspension or expulsion, for failure to abide by the regulations or for other conduct adjudged unsatisfactory or detrimental to the university community. Students and groups may be held accountable for any violation of university policy that may or may not be included on this site or published in The Duke Community Standard: A Guide for Students, whether on or off campus. In addition, students must abide by local ordinances and state and federal laws. Note that other university policies that students are expected to abide by are published elsewhere,…
Enrolling in or Waiving SMIP Duke University students will be automatically enrolled in the SMIP each year they are enrolled at Duke. Non-international students who have current coverage with another insurance plan that meets specific criteria may waive or opt out of the Duke medical plan. International students holding an F1 or J1 visa are required to participate in the Duke SMIP and are not able to opt out of the medical plan. Enrolling in the Duke SMIP Students who are required to participate in the SMIP by either enrolling in the plan or providing proof of alternate coverage may…
Get Ready for Family Weekend 2025: October 17-19 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. The 2025 Schedule will be posted in the fall. Check out the Family Weekend FAQ below to get a snapshot of what could be expected from this exciting weekend. Family Weekend FAQs What is Family Weekend? Family Weekend is an informative, engaging, and important yearly tradition! Over the course of the Weekend, Duke welcomes parents…
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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. KNOWLEDGE OF SOCIETAL INEQUALITIES: Understanding of the different forms of privilege and oppression…
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. Services We Provide Individual Counseling & Psychiatric Services Individual counseling provides students the opportunity to meet with a provider and collaboratively work to determine and agree upon goals of treatment in a…
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
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…