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Hillel Global Giving Week 2025 Support Shabbat Programs at Duke This Hillel Global Giving Week, from May 5-9, 2025, support Jewish Life at Duke! Help us reach our ambitious goal of raising $36,000 to fund Shabbat dinners at the Freeman Center for the fall semester! Donate Now About the Campaign Double Your Impact. Strengthen Jewish Life at Duke. From May 5-9, your gift to Jewish Life at Duke empowers students to celebrate their Jewish identity with pride, grow into compassionate leaders, and build lifelong friendships. We’re proud to join Hillels around the world for the 6th annual Hillel Global Giving Week—and…
Cohort-Based Learning Opportunities with Jewish Life at Duke Deepen your understanding of Judaism on your own terms while building a community of peers Jewish Life at Duke offers a number of non-credit, cohort-based learning seminars during the fall and spring semesters. These cohorts are open to all students, regardless of background. These various conversational, cohort-based seminars are for those looking to deepen their understanding and connection to Judaism on their own terms. No prior Jewish knowledge is required! When you participate you’ll have the opportunity to ask the big questions – Who am I? What communities am I part of?…
Living spaces on campus consistently exceed expectations; bedrooms complete with matching furniture sets and carefully curated art decorations that line common room walls all help to build an inviting atmosphere for students. Marilynn Sanford is to thank for the quality living spaces we enjoy on campus. I had the privilege of talking with her to learn more about her role as Project and Building Maintenance Coordinator and about the ways she is constantly pushing for sustainability within her work environment. Marilynn has been working at Duke for the past 18 years and handles anything from tearing down walls, to…
Duke alumnus Ari Ackerman (‘93) recognized by university for service and leadership to Jewish community Duke alumnus Ari Ackerman (‘93) recognized by university for service and leadership to Jewish community Duke alumnus Ari Ackerman (‘93) recognized by university for service and leadership to Jewish community Duke alumnus Ari Ackerman (‘93) recognized by university for service and leadership to Jewish community Wearing Judaism on His Sleeve Duke alumnus Ari Ackerman ‘93 recognized by university for service and leadership to Jewish community Jewish Life at Duke is proud to celebrate Ari Ackerman (‘93) as a recipient of the 2022 Beyond Duke Service…
STUDENT AFFAIRS CORE ASSESSMENT OUTCOMES SAOA believes that understanding student experiences beyond academics is essential for creating a vibrant, inclusive campus community. To achieve this, we use a set of Core Survey Items that help us measure how well programs and services support belonging, engagement, wellbeing, and access for all students. The Measurement Framework for SA Core Assessment explains the key priorities and questions used in student assessments. These priorities include: Strengthening Community Transforming Engagement & Learning Tailoring Wellbeing Support Operating with Excellence Each priority includes parent outcomes and ways to measure progress toward them. This framework is designed to…
Israel Engagement Providing students with engagement and learning opportunities Israel programs and initiatives connect Duke students with Israel both on campus and abroad. All students are welcome to participate. 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. Engagement: One-on-one coffee conversations and meetings with the Israel Fellow to explore personal connection to and views on Israel in order to help students…
Jewish Life at Duke Professional Staff Meet the professionals that are here to help our students find meaning, connection, and joy! Joyce Gordon Director Email: joyce.gordon@duke.edu Phone: 919-681-2911 Joyce Gordon (she/her/hers) joined us as Director for Jewish Life in July of 2018. As director, Joyce oversees all aspects of the Freeman Center and JLD’s work across campus. She sets the strategy for Jewish Life at Duke, cultivates alumni and parent partnerships through the advisory board, and manages our organizational operations. Joyce also serves on university searches and committees. In every aspect of her role, Joyce’s primary focus is Duke’s bright,…
Multicultural Graduation The Multicultural Celebration is a large-scale, celebratory event that uplifts the accomplishments, journeys, and lived experiences of graduating students. It offers a meaningful space for the entire community—students, faculty, staff, families, and supporters—to come together in recognition of each graduating class. This celebration honors the resilience, achievements, and unique contributions of students who have navigated complex systems and expectations while shaping their own paths and narratives. 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
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 2025, Graduate & Professional Student Appreciation Week will be held March 31-April 4. Click here to view the full week’s schedule. Sponsors & Partners Thank…
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…
Trainings and Educational Opportunities for Duke Faculty & Staff Jewish Life at Duke offers voluntary trainings and educational opportunities throughout the year, including Antisemitism 101 sessions for Duke faculty and staff. To learn more, please contact the JLD staff at jewishlife@duke.edu Workshops take place in the Freeman Center for Jewish Life and are open to any Duke faculty or staff who register in advance, on a first-come, first-served basis. Trainings take place in-person only. We do not currently have a virtual option at this time. Antisemitism 101 Training for Faculty & Staff Antisemitism 101 is an in-person, interactive, in-depth training…
Daily Devil Deals are specially selected menu items available every day for $5 or less at participating Duke Dining locations. Whether you’re looking for a quick snack, a lighter option, or a reliable value, these deals make it simple to experience a variety of menu options across campus. (Tax not included.) Please see below for current Daily Deal Offerings. East Campus Cafe 300: Grilled Cheese Sandwich and Potato Chips Marketplace: Monday @ Harvest: Entrée & One Side Tuesday @ 1892 Grille: Veggie Burger or Hamburger with one side Wednesday @ Wood Fired: Personal Pan Pizza and a Piece of Whole…