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.
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You may notice people you know reposting content that highlights roles people are recruiting for on LinkedIn. I often do the same. I recommend that you consider following those people! I often share this advice: “When you come …
By Jared Smith (He/Him)
Jared Smith (He/Him)Associate Director, Diversity, Equity, Inclusion and Belonging
Congratulations to the 2025 Case Competition Winners!
We are pleased to have hosted 24 students for our first-ever Case Competition! Congratulations to all participants on a fantastic event—your hard work, creativity, and dedication truly made this experience a success.
1st …
By Jared Smith (He/Him)
Jared Smith (He/Him)Associate Director, Diversity, Equity, Inclusion and Belonging
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 …
Dr. Whitney Gaskins from the University of Cincinnati shares her views on the importance of diversity in the field of engineering: “It is so important to have diverse students in engineering because we are problem solvers. Engineers work in the …
By Stacia Solomon (she/her)
Stacia Solomon (she/her)Director, Mary Lou Williams Center for Black Culture
Mistakes often provide our biggest opportunities to learn and grow. But how can we avoid falling into the same traps repeatedly? Cheryl Strauss Einhorn’s article outlines constructive ways to make choices that lead …
By Jared Smith (He/Him)
Jared Smith (He/Him)Associate Director, Diversity, Equity, Inclusion and Belonging
INROADS Internship program prepares talented diverse students across the country for corporate readiness with business soft skills, real world leadership development activities, academic …
