Information and Resources for students that support the advancement of Duke students that identify as Black / African American.

The following resources are curated specifically to assist students who identify as Black/African American, and all students who support the advancement of students who identify as Black/African American, explore their interests, find opportunities that best suit their needs and desires, and attain the goals they set for themselves.

We hope to continue to add resources that might be helpful and if you find something valuable, please share it with us by using the Guest login (top right of Duke Hub).

NAACP Resources for African American College Students

The NAACP’s website offers valuable resources for Black college students seeking financial aid, professional development, and career opportunities. Through their Scholarships, Awards, and Internships page, students can explore:

This platform is an excellent starting point for Black students looking to …

By Sh'Maughn Wright, He/Him/His
Sh'Maughn Wright, He/Him/His Career Specialist
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Signs Your Mental Health is Struggling (podcast)

From the Between Sessions podcast series (September 3, 2022)

By Leigh Ann Muth-Waring (she/hers)
Leigh Ann Muth-Waring (she/hers) Assistant Director, Employer Relations
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Tell Me More about Affinity & Identity Pages

Did You Know We Have Affinity Pages on the Career Hub? | 1 minute read

At the Duke Career Center, we’re committed to curating content that applies to all aspects of your career development journey. That’s why we’ve create 13 dedicated …

By Jared Smith (He/Him)
Jared Smith (He/Him) Associate Director, Early Engagement
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Lessons on Leadership and Community from 25 Leaders of Color

by Darren Isom,, Cora Daniels, & Britt Savage

September 15, 2022

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The specific attributes that leaders of color bring can be the key to unlocking great leadership — for everyone. To better understand the relationship between leadership …

By Greg Victory (he/him/his)
Greg Victory (he/him/his) Assistant VP Student Affairs/Fannie Mitchell Executive Director, Career Center
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artEquity

Statement of Purpose

Launched in 2015 as a national initiative, artEquity provides tools, resources, and training at the intersection of art and activism. With over 5,000 individuals trained, and a growing alumni community, artEquity is building a broad base of …

By Megan Wilson (she/her)
Megan Wilson (she/her) Associate Director, Communications and Outreach
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Scholarships & Grants

Career Center Professional Development Fund for Attire for Undergraduate Students

**The Professional Development Fund will be on hiatus November 15, 2025 through January 15, 2026.

The application will relaunch at …

Career Readiness Resources

‘Dear Pathfinder’ Ask Column

Unlock Professional Success with ‘Dear Pathfinder’

Are you a current student or young professional on the road to professional achievement …

Coming to Duke can be overwhelming at first, particularly with the influx of Duke specific terms and concepts for you …

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