Changes in spending habits could result in opportunities to save read more about Why You Should Revise Household Budget During COVID-19 »
Duke faculty discuss complexity of reopening schools with media read more about Local Factors Should Drive School Reopening Decisions, Health Experts Say »
Dear Colleagues, In 2003, Duke announced a Parental Leave policy that provided paid time off for the birth or adoption of a child. At the time, Duke was one of the few academic institutions to offer such a broad policy. read more about Duke's Parental Leave Policy to Expand on Aug. 3 »
While COVID-19 creates stress and upheaval, small joys stand out read more about Finding Silver Linings in a Pandemic »
Student visa-holders not limited in course options read more about U.S. Government Drops New International Student VISA Rules »
Prof. Donahue readings in 3 sections: 0:15 timestamp, 2:20 timestamp, & 8:11 timestamp. read more about Professor Joseph Donahue Reads as Part of the ENCLAVE Series »
The June 16 conference featured Black members of the Duke community speaking frankly about their experiences with racism at Duke and across the country, and thoughts on moving toward a more equitable society. A Duke NetID is required to view the videos. read more about 'Living While Black' Session Videos Now Available »
Duke joined with 58 other American colleges and universities in supporting a lawsuit filed by Harvard and MIT challenging new federal visa directives for international students. A hearing is scheduled for today in federal court in Boston. read more about Duke Signs Amicus Brief Supporting Harvard, MIT Lawsuit Against New VISA Directives »
DURHAM, N.C. -- COVID-19 has shone a stark light on America’s economic and racial health disparities, proving there is no one-size-fits-all strategy to test and treat people for the disease, two Duke experts emphasized Thursday. read more about Why COVID-19 Is Exposing Health Disparities »
Duke plans to take legal action in support of a lawsuit challenging new restrictions on educational visas, Michael Schoenfeld, vice president for public affairs and government relations, told The Chronicle Wednesday. read more about Duke Plans to Join Amicus Briefs Supporting International Students »
Experts at Duke Science & Society panel look at the risks and paths forward read more about Toward Safer Elections During a Pandemic »
Over steaming cups of coffee, hot tea and smoothies, staff in Duke’s Global Education Office chat about everything from pets to tasty recipes during specially scheduled videoconference calls. The casual conversations are part their “Virtual Coffee Breaks” when they hop online for impromptu chats that occurred in person. read more about Staying Social While Apart From Colleagues »
Test your knowledge of some Duke history and win a chance at a prize. read more about Time for Trivia »
Face masks or coverings must be worn by all employees working on Duke’s campus when in the presence of others and in public settings where social distancing measures are difficult to maintain. read more about Stay Safe Off Campus to Stop Spread of COVID-19 on Campus »
Dr. Priscila Wald's article “Listen to the Birds,” which explores the connections between avian flu, environmental destruction, and the current pandemic. Her article appeared in a recent issue of Public Books, an online magazine of ideas, scholarship, and the arts. read more about Listen to the Birds »
Duke Libraries are ready to start lending books. Here's how. Beginning today, faculty and graduate students can start ordering books from Duke University Libraries. The books can be picked up on a takeout basis. It's another step toward opening the libraries for the entire university community. read more about Requesting Materials - The Library Takeout Service »
These habits will help you create a day that benefits your work and life. read more about How to Build an Effective Work Schedule at Home »
MESSAGE FROM PRESIDENT PRICE, CHANCELLOR WASHINGTON Effective July 1, 2020, use of all tobacco products, including smokeless products and e-cigarettes, is prohibited on all property and grounds owned and leased by Duke University. read more about For Duke’s Tobacco-free start Date, A Story About Quitting »
Recent events across the U.S. have prompted many firms to invest new energy in addressing racism and inequality in their organizations. read more about The Value of Employee Voice As Firms Address Racism, Inequality »
Feedback from students on their learning experiences in Spring and Summer 1 can aid in planning flexible courses for Fall. The Trinity Office of Assessment conducted a far-reaching student survey followed by focus groups, and has a data-driven list of suggestions to consider. Read our blog post for an overview of the results and expanded suggestions for Fall 2020. read more about Lessons from Spring for a Successful Fall »
President Price updates the Duke community on plans for bringing students back to campus in the fall, including an overview of safety precautions and procedures everyone on campus must follow. read more about A Return to Campus, With Care and Caution »
Take a listen to Dr. Karla FC Holloway, professor emerita at Duke University, discuss public artwork and its place, following the death of George Floyd with Elizabeth Alexander, poet, scholar, and president of The Andrew W. Mellon Foundation, on The Takeaway aired on WNYC Studios. read more about Dr, Karla Holloway's Interview on Takeaway: Discuss Public Artwork Following the Murder of George Floyd: »
There will be no bus or van service on July 3 read more about Transit Adjustments for Independence Day 2020 »
Excerpts from a timely and thought-provoking essay by Trina Jones, the Jerome M. Culp Professor of Law at Duke University School of Law, and Kimberly Jade Norwood, the Henry H. Oberschelp Professor of Law at Washington University in St. Louis School of Law. Read the full essay in Duke's Medium page. read more about What Do We Teach Our Students About Law and Justice? »
Duke Faculty and Staff, We are writing to provide an update on our phased return to the workplace and the gradual reopening of offices and buildings on campus. read more about Update on Plans for a Return to the Workplace »
Ease up on perfection and take time to reflect and reset to better focus read more about It’s Okay to Rest Your Brain – Even in Pandemic »
As part of its commitment to health and wellness, Duke University will become a tobacco-free campus effective July 1, 2020. The policy prohibits the use of all tobacco products, including all electronic smoking devices such as e-cigarettes and vaping products, cigarettes, cigars, hookah, chewing tobacco, snuff, IQOS, and all other forms of tobacco. What: Duke University will be a tobacco-free campus beginning July 1, 2020. This means the use of all tobacco-based products, including cigarettes, cigars… read more about Duke Will Officially Become a Tobacco-Free Campus on July 1 »
Duke staff and faculty share titles on their reading list – or what to add to yours read more about Books to Capture Your Attention This Summer »
Our goal is to help Duke faculty design and develop courses that can be successful in any mode of delivery — face-to-face, online or hybrid. To that end, we are committed to helping you create the most resilient, flexible course(s) possible. We are calling this effort “flexible teaching.” read more about What Is Flexible Teaching? »
our months into the pandemic, one thing is becoming clear: Masks work. Two Duke experts explain why mask-wearing will be an essential element of re-opening. read more about Want To Keep the Country Open? Wear a Mask! »