There are so may ways to get involved!
Duke students have a wide variety of opportunities to engage with their community. Duke University is home to hundreds of recognized student organizations and numerous involvement experiences which foster student interaction and exchange. By getting involved students can explore of a variety of interests and develop as leaders!
Student Organizations
Join an existing organization or start a new one! Find support for groups and advisors here.
Leadership Experiences
Whether a long-term or short-term development opportunity, there are a number of programs to inspire you to contribute to the success of our community!
Resources & FAQs
We have developed multiple resources to support students and student organizations, and help you get questions answered.
Get in touch!
Leadership development and student organization support are the cornerstones of the Student Involvement & Leadership team. Reach out to us anytime at leadership@duke.edu or (919) 684-4741.
Upcoming Events
Next Level Leadership Summit (MORNING)
September 23, 2023
9:00am — 2:00pm
Next Level Leadership is a series of trainings and workshops that help student organization leaders solve problems, increase efficiency, learn from fellow leaders, and strengthen…
Durham Pride
September 23, 2023
9:30am — 4:00pm
This week, join us in celebrating Durham Pride! This year’s theme is Give Them Their Flowers, honoring trans community leaders. There is a full day…
Next Level Leadership Summit Breakout: Social Host
September 23, 2023
10:00am — 11:00am
Social Hosts are members of the Duke community who are required to be present at all on-campus events where alcohol is present. Social Hosts are…
Next Level Leadership Summit Breakout: Identity Wheel and Body Mapping
September 23, 2023
10:00am — 11:00am
In this session, participants will explore their identity through a discussion of the wheel of identity, focusing on points of intersection and commonality with their…
Next Level Leadership Summit Breakout: Hold High the Standard
September 23, 2023
10:00am — 11:00am
In this session, student group leaders will learn about the standards and expectations for members of the Duke Community. As leaders who have shared ownership…
Next Level Leadership Summit Breakout: We Don’t Talk About That Here: Approaching (Religious) Diversity On Campus
September 23, 2023
10:00am — 11:00am
What should I say to my friend during Ramadan? Why can’t one of our organization members meet on Saturday mornings? Why is one of our…
Next Level Leadership Summit Breakout: Effective Meetings
September 23, 2023
10:00am — 11:00am
Meetings can sometimes be the least fun and most frustrating aspect of being in a student organization. Come to this session to discuss how to…
Next Level Leadership Summit Breakout: Foundations of Engagement
September 23, 2023
10:00am — 11:00am
Foundations of Engagement, a set of modules developed through a cross-campus collaboration, provides an opportunity to explore essential questions related to community engagement. In this…
Next Level Leadership Summit Breakout: Leadership and Followership
September 23, 2023
10:00am — 11:00am
Description forthcoming. Check back soon!
Next Level Leadership Summit Breakout: Upgrade Your Events
September 23, 2023
10:00am — 10:50am
Want to make your event stand out from the masses on campus? Come learn from industry professionals who plan some of the largest events at…