Clarification on Editorial Board coverage of Mlyn

I write to thank The Chronicle for its coverage of Eric Mlyn’s reappointment as the Executive Director of DukeEngage. Your article and editorial bring important attention to a program that has become a hallmark of Duke’s commitment to using knowledge in service to society.

I do want to clarify one point in yesterday’s editorial. DukeEngage is an autonomous program and as such, Dr. Mlyn reports directly to Provost Peter Lange and to me. DukeEngage and Dr. Mlyn collaborate closely with Dr. Leela Prasad, the faculty director of the Duke Center for Civic Engagement, whose broader mission is to strategically connect and leverage civic engagement initiatives across the University.

We now have in place both the personnel and structures to cement Duke’s role as a national leader in making civic engagement a truly integral part of its educational mission.

Steve Nowicki

Dean and Vice Provost for Undergraduate Education