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Graduate Professional Day Trip – A Day Downtown As an extension to our Summer Transition Series webinar programs, we are excited to announce three immersive and in-person day trips! Trips are designed: Embark on a thrilling downtown Durham scavenger hunt that will keep you on your toes, and afterwards, catch the excitement of a Durham Bulls Baseball game. Tentative Itinerary*: Tuesday, 8 August 2023 *Itinerary and activities are subject to change Additional information: Registration has closed Any questions, please email n.cervantes@duke.edu
Graduate Professional Day Trip – Day at the Lake As an extension to our Summer Transition Series webinar programs, we are excited to announce three immersive and in-person day trips! Trips are designed: Enjoy a Day at the Lake with fellow new Duke Graduate and Professional students – a fun filled morning at NC State Parks – Jordan Lake. Tentative Itinerary*: Wednesday, July 26 *Itinerary and activities are subject to change Additional information: Communication Timeline: (Selected students will be notified by July 10)
GET READY TO HAVE FUN! All new-to-Duke students will engage in an exciting experiential orientation model. Students will be orientated to Duke and Durham through a thematic-based orientation group emphasizing small group interaction, upper-class mentorship, and fun throughout each day. Throughout Orientation Week, you will grow close to your group, participate in Duke traditions, take field trips, learn about Duke campus and resources, make meaningful relationships, and learn what it means to be a Duke student. First-year students will participate in one of 21 thematically-based orientation projects and transfer students will participate in their own uniquely designed project. We…
Whether you’re staying on campus / in Durham over the winter break or headed elsewhere, remember there are still resources available to you, wherever you are.
Mary Lou Day 2023 Mary Lou Day is the annual celebration of the namesake of the Mary Lou Williams Center for Black Culture at Duke University. From 1977 until her death in 1981, Williams served as Duke‘s first Artist-in-Residence while supporting Duke’s African diaspora students. As an international jazz artist, Williams enjoyed a career that spanned over 50 years, making her one of the most significant female musicians in history. The 2023 Mary Lou Day program featured a short video of Mary Lou Williams history, a live jazz band, delicious food, and remarks from the staff of the Mary Lou Williams Center. More than 100 members of the campus community attended…
The National Association of College and University Food Services (NACUFS) announced Duke Dining as the recipient of a distinguished NACUFS Nutrition Award. Duke Dining received a Gold Award, the highest achievement, in the category of ‘Most Innovative Wellness and Nutrition Program’ for the “Ask Me” Allergen Awareness Program. The NACUFS Nutrition Awards recognize the outstanding nutrition and wellness programs implemented within collegiate foodservice programs to meet the needs of a dynamic student population. NACUFS member institutions across North America submitted entries in two categories – Most Innovative Wellness and Nutrition Program and Best Local Foods Recipe. NACUFS Chief Executive Officer,…
Library Collection The LGBTQ Library & DVD Collection contains over 2,000 books and more than 200 DVD’s that can be checked out with a Duke ID. Numerous LGBTQ magazines are available for on-site perusal. Books and Movies: Stop by the center to browse our expansive collection. If you find something you like, you can check it out with one of our checkout forms. If you don’t find what you’re looking for, we may be able to purchase it for you! Safer Sex Supplies and Menstrual Products: We stock condoms, condom cases, dental dams, pads, and tampons. The Duke University Lilly…