July 2014 Watchlist

Carleigh Stiehm leads Chronicle v.110: “Never less than your best” reads a sign posted on the wall of Chronicle editor-in-chief Carleigh Stiehm’s office in 301 Flowers, where the independent student newspaper is located. Since starting her tenure as editor of The Chronicle's 110th volume this May, she has taken those words to heart.

Helms Pickett leads Women's Center in its 25th year: The new face of Few Tower, Stephanie Helms Pickett was named the director of the Women's Center at Duke April 2, 2014.

Jahil Okafor stands out in freshman class: You won't have to do much watching to find Jahlil Okafor on Duke's campus this Fall. The 7-footer has a knack for standing out.

Kim Cates integrates herself into student social life: One of the first things freshmen learn is during orientation week—the fastest route to get to Shooters II Saloon, the popular bar and dance club is run by manager and owner Kim Cates.

Lavanya Sunder gears up for role as DSG president: From bikes to food trucks, it is hard to find someone who cares about the experience of Duke students more than Lavanya Sunder.

LB Bergene serves as point person for freshmen: After the first month of school, most freshmen have signed up for more listservs than they can keep track of. LB Bergene is the name that appears on the weekly email from which no one can unsubscribe.

Meet Sally Kornbluth: Duke's first female provost: At a time where Duke is undergoing several administrative changes and opening its first campus abroad, Sally Kornbluth may just have the most important job on campus.

Steve Nowicki influences student life in and out the classroom: “I’m more or less in charge of anything that touches on the lives of undergraduates,” Nowicki said.