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NEWS YOU MISSED OVER THE SUMMER
Don't fret, young one ...
Look, we all need a break once in a while. But some things you just can't miss. Like these lovely articles from our friends at The Chronicle. Round of applause for their hard work because while they were grinding all summer I was very likely asleep. And I hope you were, too! Sleep is important. Anyway, these beautiful articles will help you catch up before classes bring ya down:
The Good
FDA awards Duke and UNC up to $50 million for new research center (Money. Nice.)
NC Board of Elections approves Duke Student Voter ID for upcoming elections (VOTE VOTE VOTE!)
The Bad
Gov. Cooper's vetoes on bills impacting LGBTQ+ youth are expected to be overridden. Here's what they might do (Heavy. I know.)
Duke professor files discrimination lawsuit alleging unequal pay, subsequent retaliation (Oof.)
And the Sporty
Duke football offensive line coach Adam Cushing implicated in Northwestern hazing lawsuit (No more bad news, PLEASE!)
Duke men's basketball announces hiring of Emanuel Dildy from Oklahoma as assistant coach (Yay!)
WHAT YOU NEED TO KNOW
Listen, I care about you. And I'm coming from a place of love and concern when I say–OOPS! Wait a minute, this isn't an intervention. This comes before that! What do they call a pre-intervention? A ... pre-vention? Oh wait. That's an actual word. Well, let me help you PREVENT that back-to-school slump with some helpful little tidbits from our friends at The Chronicle.
- With Add-Drop period now open through Sept. 8, you might need some help juggling those tough classes with something creative. Check out this article on six lovely ALP classes.
- Stressed out? Overwhelmed? Downright tired of everyone and everything? Sounds like it's time to TREAT YOURSELF (as Duke alumna Retta might say)! And what better way to do that than with some tasty Durham boba.
- And for my first-year babies, here's an article on your Class of 2027 and their whirlwind of a move-in experience because YOU ARE NOT ALONE!!!
TOP THINGS TO DO FOR FWOC
CSGD Welcome Reception
Aug. 27, 1-3 p.m. – 100 Bryan Center
New and returning friends are welcome for custom button making, free food and hanging out with the Center for Sexual and Gender Diversity.
An Evening with Nikki Erlick, Author of "The Measure"
Aug. 31, 7-8 p.m. – Bryan Center Reynolds Industries Theater
Attend an evening with Duke Common Experience author Nikki Erlick. Following the event, students are invited to attend a reception with food and beverages in the Bryan Center.
Spark Summit 2023
Aug. 26, 1:30-5:30 p.m. – Penn Pavilion
The Summit provides Sophomores opportunities for networking, hearing from alumni, a resource fair and other sessions focused on wellness, advice, mentorship, major considerations and more.
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DevilsGate
Come to DevilsGate before the Duke takes on Clemson under the lights on Monday, Sept. 4. Student Tailgate opens at 5pm.
Duke Federal Credit Union
Open a student account at Duke Credit Union. Your membership entitles you to financial services with better rates and lower fees than most banks.
Duke Music
Auditions take place the first week of classes, Aug. 28-31. You don’t have to be a Music major/minor to participate in Duke Music’s 8 performing ensembles: Chamber Music, Chinese Music Ensemble, Chorale, Diembe/West African drumming, Jazz Ensemble, Opera Theater, Symphony Orchestra, Wind Symphony.
Duke Stores
We have all your back-to-school Duke gear, supplies and textbooks!
European Wax Center
Experience a new state of smooth, first time guests receive a free wax at two convenient Durham locations at South Square and Southpoint. Visit waxcenter.com for info and terms and conditions.
Nasher
Welcome back, Duke students! Come to Student Night at the Nasher on Thursday, Aug. 31 from 5-9pm. Featuring a DJ, cookie bar and drinks from the Nasher Café. Capture the night with a selfie from our Polaroid stations and take home some original Nasher stickers. Free Nasher tote bags to the first 25 students and free drink tickets to the first 50 in the door! The event is free and open to all.
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