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Hillel Global Giving Week 2023 Help Jewish Life at Duke reach our goal of raising $15,000 to support the Israel Program Fund! Support Israel Programs at Duke This Hillel Global Giving Week, from May 1-5, support Israel engagement, education, and experiences for Duke’s Jewish students by making a gift to Jewish Life at Duke’s Israel Program Fund! Donate Now About the Campaign Your gift to Jewish Life at Duke inspires meaningful experiences and lifelong connections for every Jewish Duke student. From May 1-5, Jewish Life at Duke joins more than 150 Hillels around the world in participating in the fourth…
Learn, connect, unwind. Graduate and professional students make invaluable contributions to the Duke community. As a token of appreciation, The Graduate School, Duke Student Affairs, and the various graduate and professional programs organize a week of activities each spring to give graduate and professional students opportunities to socialize, unwind, network, and work on professional and personal development. The festivities are part of the student appreciation week sponsored by the National Association of Graduate-Professional Students. In 2023, Graduate & Professional Student Appreciation Week will be held March 27-31. Click here to view the full week’s schedule. Sponsors & Partners Thank you…
UNITY THROUGH DIVERSITY Unity Through Diversity (UTD) is an annual campus-wide event highlighting distinct histories, needs, and priorities shared by student cultural communities of color. This year’s theme is “Interwoven Voices: Connecting Histories and Futures“. This year marks our first inaugural conference format of this event!RSVP HERE Why the shift to a conference format? 1. Enhancing Depth & Impact The shift to a conference format allows for deeper engagement with the themes of multiculturalism, racial justice, and institutional change. A structured conference provides multiple sessions, workshops, and discussions, giving participants opportunities to explore topics in greater depth compared to…
Page Coming Soon The Center for Multicultural Affairs supports opportunities for students to intellectually explore issues about race, ethnicity, social economic status, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, and other identities. Equally important, we encourage students to develop relationships, which are reflective and promote understanding of engaging difference and cultivating identity formation. Check back soon for our programming page refresh! Follow our Instagram @dukecma for the most up-to-date activity and offerings from our Center! For more on CMA programming, contact dcma@duke.edu
STUDENT AFFAIRS OFFICE OF SUSTAINABILITY ABOUT US Student Affairs Office of Sustainability is a resource to students, faculty, and staff interested in engaging in sustainability efforts in and around areas of Student Affairs. The mission of our office is to support the strategic sustainability goals of the university by enhancing the efficiency and sustainability of all aspects of Student Affairs. Our efforts are focused on three interconnected pillars: Stakeholder Collaboration, Education & Outreach, and Operations & Infrastructure. THREE PILLARS: Stakeholder Collaboration Student Affairs Sustainability (SAS) believes the best way to promote permanent change is to collaborate with those the change…
Israel Engagement Providing students with engagement and learning opportunities Israel programs and initiatives connect Duke students with Israel both on campus and abroad. Our approach to Israel is framed through the following three Es: Education: Programs that focus on teaching students about the diverse aspects of Israel — not just the geopolitical conflict, but also its people, culture, society, and language. Experience: Travel to Israel for firsthand experience of the country, including through Birthright Israel, Tamid, Onward, and Masa fellowships. Engagement: One-on-one coffee conversations and meetings with the Israel Fellow to explore personal connection to and views on Israel in order…
Ramadan@Duke “And what is the reward of goodness, but goodness itself” [Quran 55:60] One of the most sacred months in the Islamic calendar, Ramadan is observed as a month of fasting, reflection, and prayer. Many Muslims will fast from food & drink (including water) from dawn until some time around sunset. We estimate that nearly 400 of the Muslims at Duke will participate in the CML’s Ramadan programming. First Night of Taraweeh First Day of Fasting Last Day of Fasting Eid Ul-Fitr Friday, February 28th The CML follows the opinion of the Fiqh Council of North America and the Triangle…
Center Equity, Inclusion, Belonging, and Justice in Your Hiring Process We all have a role and responsibility to ensure that we are centering DEIBJ principles and practices in all that we do, including in our hiring practices. Review these resources as a starting point. Understanding Interview Bias Accessible Search Processes Anti-Racist Hiring Practices Inclusive Communications Gender Identity, Expression, and Hiring Resource Bank
WOMEN’S HISTORY MONTH 2025 2025 WHM Theme: Moving Forward Together! Women Educating & Inspiring Generations This year’s theme, taken from the National Women’s History Alliance, is meant to recognize and celebrate the contributions women and femme-identified folks have made to the American educational system. From classrooms to boardrooms, grassroots movements to global initiatives, women educators, leaders, and mentors have played a pivotal role in nurturing minds and inspiring transformative action. This theme celebrates the collective strength and influence of those women and femme folks who have dedicated their lives to education, mentorship, and leadership. Through their efforts, they have served…
Information about PTO, Administrative Holidays and Tracking Time PTO Accrual Benefits eligible staff accrue paid time off (vacation and sick leave) on a bi-weekly (non-exempt staff) or monthly (exempt) staff basis. Depending on your position and length of service, you will accrue PTO at different rates. Learn More About PTO Accruals Administrative and Discretionary Holidays In addition to your Paid Time Off, Duke University provides employees with 14 Administrative holidays per year to employees who work at least 20hrs/week. Administrative Holidays do not deduct from your PTO banks and are automatically added to your Exempt Time-Off Reporting calendar (Electronic Time…
We’re Sad To See You Go! If you are planning to depart from your current position for a new role within Duke or if you are leaving Duke altogether, please review the resources below, as well as the Leaving Duke Policy, to learn about next steps. Leaving Duke (Voluntary and Involuntary) Policy For Staff Leaving Duke University Determine Your Final Working Date: Work with your manager to determine your last day of work at Duke. It is important to be as precise as possible and ensure that the date communicated in your resignation letter is the right date for you…
The Sexual Misconduct Climate Survey measures Duke’s campus climate around sexual harassment and violence. These surveys are considered a best practice for universities to understand sexual misconduct, evaluate resources and response tools, and inform prevention efforts. By examining the diverse experiences of students, the survey helps foster a more inclusive and equitable campus environment. Please take a few moments to complete the survey. Participation is voluntary and anonymous, and all answers will remain confidential. Take the Survey Ensure your voice is heard. Survey link Survey Incentives Once you complete the survey, fill out the incentives form on the “thank you”…