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Stories from the Division of Student Affairs at Duke: Jewish Life at Duke

Yair Rosenberg Visits Duke, Discusses Antisemitism, Anti-Zionism, the Media, and the Israel-Hamas War

On January 23, 2024 we hosted The Atlantic's award-winning writer Yair Rosenberg at Duke. In a conversation moderated by recent Duke grad Niso Nahmiyas '23,…

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Bring Them Home: An Evening with Hostages’ Families

On January 17, 2024, we welcomed to the Freeman Center family members of two hostages who were taken hostage by Hamas on October 7 and…

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Giving Tuesday: 5 Ways Your Gift Makes a Difference

At Duke, our Division of Student Affairs helps operate every area of campus life outside the classroom — including dining, student health and wellness, our…

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November 13 Letter to Duke’s Jewish Alumni, Parents, & Friends Regarding Campus Culture

Empty Shabbat Dinner Display on Duke University Campus

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True North Leadership Program

We are excited to announce a milestone in our commitment to leadership education at Duke. On Monday, September 18, Student Affairs proudly launched the True…

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Hanukkah 2023 with Jewish Life at Duke

Celebrate Hanukkah with Jewish Life at Duke with candle lightings and special events on every night of the holiday.

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October 30 Letter to Duke’s Jewish Alumni, Parents, & Friends Regarding Campus Culture

The following message was sent to Duke's Jewish community on October 30, 2023 from Director for Jewish Life Joyce Gordon.

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October 10 Letter to Duke’s Jewish Students Regarding Israel

The following message was sent to Duke's Jewish students on October 10, 2023 from Director for Jewish Life Joyce Gordon.

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October 9 Message by Jewish Life at Duke Regarding Israel

The following message was shared on Jewish Life at Duke's social media channels on October 9, 2023.

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Rabbi Elana Friedman Shares Rosh Hashanah Reflection

"A Trumpet of Joy and a Blast of Brokenness" - An Excerpt from Rabbi Elana's Rosh Hashanah Sermon

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Duke Alumnus Awarded for 50 Years of Service to Jewish Athletics

Duke Alum Roy Salomon shares about his induction into the Jewish Sports Hall of Fame and his encouragement for Jewish youth and young adults.

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Summer 2023 Resources

A round up of resources put together by Student Affairs.

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