Dec 16, 2024 · Duke has admitted its first 849 students to the Class of 2029. Most of the students – 736 – applied to Duke under the Early Decision process, while 113 arrived through the QuestBridge National College Match program. These admitted students will comprise 49 percent of the next first-year class entering Duke in August.

Sep 23, 2006 · Editor's Note: Harris Cooper is professor of psychology and neuroscience at Duke, where he also directs the university's Program in Education, and is author of "The Battle over Homework: Common Ground for Administrators, Teachers, and Parents" (Corwin Press)

Dec 10, 2024 · Enrollment is open for Duke Learning & Organization Development’s 84 professional development courses that can enrich your skills in 2025.. The courses, which cover a wide range of leadership, communication and technology topics, include project management, effective communication and leading in challenging situations.

Mar 28, 2024 · Duke University has offered admission to 1,984 students for the Class of 2028. Those accepted through Duke’s Regular Decision process were notified starting at 7 p.m. Thursday.

Sep 11, 2024 · Volunteering together can enhance a positive workplace culture. According to a study commissioned by Ares Management Corporation, 79% of employees who participate in workplace volunteer programs report higher job satisfaction, and 75% express satisfaction with their employer’s organizational culture.

Feb 20, 2024 · In some way, according to Leigh-Anne Royster, assistant vice president for Diversity, Equity and Inclusion in the Duke Office for Institutional Equity, all people have certain privileges across parts of identity, including race, gender, ability, religion, sexual orientation and socioeconomic status. “Each of us has these confluences of identities that interacts with systems of advantage and ...

Aug 11, 2022 · Duke Today is produced jointly by University Communications and Marketing and the Office of Communication Services (OCS). Articles are produced by staff and faculty across the university and health system to comprise a one-stop-shop for news from around Duke.

Jan 9, 2024 · CaptionDuke senior Sarah Schwarts, a psychology and visual arts major, paints the 100 Years of Moments mural on the East Campus free expression bridge.The mural celebrates Duke’s centennial year, an historic opportunity to recognize Duke’s extraordinary past, communicate the impact of the present and look toward the potential of Duke’s future.

Oct 21, 2016 · Get a breathtaking 360-degree view of Duke campus and Durham by taking the hidden stairs to the top of Duke Chapel. The Chapel “Tower Climb” is restricted to groups directly affiliated with the university and must be sponsored by one full-time Duke faculty or staff member. Schedule a climb by sending email to [email protected] “Tower Climb” in …

Dec 11, 2024 · Adopt a Lemur. The Duke Lemur Center is offering a special holiday adoption package that will help provide care for one of its critically endangered residents. The purchase of the adoption package for Halley, a black and white ruffed lemur living at the center, includes a personalized adoption certificate, a photo, stickers, a fact sheet, a wooden ornament and a plush version of Halley herself.