Are you interested in learning more about Duke resources available to students outside of the Career Center? In this article, we provide an overview of some Duke resources for undergraduate and graduate students. Note that this is not an exhaustive list.
- Duke Libraries offer access to books, databases, and other materials as well as many other reference and research services.
- The Academic Advising Center helps students evaluate and choose curricular and cocurricular opportunities as part of building an integrated plan for their time at Duke. It can also connect you to appropriate academic, career and campus life advisers at Duke.
- The Academic Resource Center offers a variety of programs and services to support the academic work of Duke undergraduates. It offers peer tutoring, learning style consultations, coaching, workshops and more.
- The Office of Health Professions Advising offers tools, programs and advisory services for students exploring career options in health-related fields.
- The Office of Information Technology offers a variety of technical assistance services and technology-related resources. (For immediate technical assistance, email help@oit.duke.edu or phone (919) 684-2200.)
- The Student Disability Access Office provides and coordinates academic and housing accommodations so that students with disabilities have equal access to all University programs and activities.
- The Writing Studio offers help with any aspect of a writing project — from brainstorming about research questions to polishing drafts. Asynchronous appointments are provided for students outside of North/South America.
The Student Affairs Identity and Cultural Centers also serve as important resources and places of connection and support for many of our students. The centers are offering programming and support throughout the year, including summer. Our ICCs include:
- Center for Multicultural Affairs promotes community engagement, multicultural education and leadership development to empower students and their organizations.
- Center for Muslim Life enriches the lives of Muslim students and the Duke community as a whole through organizing events and activities that cater to the spiritual, social and intellectual needs of Duke students.
- Center for Sexual and Gender Diversity provides education, advocacy, support, mentoring, academic engagement and space for lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, transsexual, questioning and straight-allied students, staff and faculty at Duke.
- Duke International Student Center provides educational services, advocacy and outreach to the international population as well as the Duke and Durham communities.
- Jewish Life at Duke includes the Freeman Center and the Rubenstein-Silvers Hillel. Together, they foster and enrich Jewish life within the Duke community through social, educational, religious and cultural activities.
- Mary Lou Williams Center for Black Culture promotes racial understanding, builds community, increases knowledge of and fosters an appreciation for the contributions of Black people, Black history, Black culture and the African Diaspora.
- Women’s Center welcomes men and women alike. It offers student-driven programming focused on empowerment, education and outreach, gender violence education and counseling, building community, activism, civic engagement and the Duke Men’s Project.
- Duke Veterans is a community of students, faculty and staff available to assist veterans at Duke through a variety of resources, transition and support services and community-building activities.
- Religious Life Groups at Duke offer spiritual support and engagement opportunities through more than 25 separate organizations covering a wide range of faiths.
- Student Groups at Duke is the hub for Duke groups that cover a wide range of interests.
- Undocumented Students can find a range of academic, advocacy, financial, legal and counseling support services through Student Affairs.
- CAPS is a psychological and counseling service that provides short-term individual and group counseling, couples counseling and more. It also offers a multitude of resources and referrals to help you cope during stressful or difficult times.
- DukeReach provides comprehensive outreach services to identify and support students in managing all aspects of well-being. If you’re concerned about the physical or mental well-being of yourself or another student, visit its website for resources and assistance.
- DuWell offers self-care advice, mindfulness resources and other services to help you holistically manage daily stress and improve your happiness.
- Student Health is open for essential services and can connect students with any support they need, including prescription management. It also offers telehealth visits to students residing in NC.
- Recreation & Physical Education offers a variety of resources and programs to help you stay active and connected to their fitness experts.
- Duke LIFE (Low Income, First-Generation Experience) is dedicated to welcoming and advocating for Duke’s students from first-generation and/or limited income backgrounds. LIFE’s resources include a directory of professors and staff members who share similar backgrounds and who invite students to connect with them.
- Duke Student Government (DSG) is the governing body of undergraduate students at Duke. It fosters community among students; defines and represents student concerns to Duke administration; provides services and information to the student body; and offers resources and support to student organizations.
- Duke Visa Services provides information on a number of visa-related issues, including updates on the government rules currently affecting international students.
- Innovation Co-Lab is a creativity incubator, focused on exploring how new and emerging technologies can fundamentally reshape the research, academic, and service missions of the university.
- The Graduate School provides information and services related to academics, admissions, financial support, student life and professional development.
- The Graduate School’s English for International Student (EIS) Program provides English-language instruction and support to international graduate and professional students at Duke. It offers courses and other resources in writing, oral communication, presentations and pronunciation, among other services.
- The Office of Student Conduct investigates and resolves alleged violations of university policies, including those involving academic integrity, use of alcohol and drugs, physical abuse, sexual misconduct and more. Violations can be reported anonymously, if desired. Note: concerns or reports related to COVID or Duke Compact violations should be reported to the Speak Up line at 800-826-8109.
- The Office of University Scholars & Fellows is an intellectual hub that fosters academic engagement among Duke students, alumni and faculty.
- The Time Away Office empowers student to take time-off when they feel it is necessary to align their personal and academic paths. It also facilitates a successful return to Duke for students who have taken time off.
This article references information that can be found on Duke Student Affairs and Duke Today.