Today, the Duke Forest comprises just over 7,100 acres distributed to the west of the University’s campus across Durham, Orange and Alamance counties.
Soong, North Carolina's first international student, studied at Trinity College before going on to found a successful publishing business and contribute to the revolutionary effort that ended imperial rule in China.
In honor of Duke’s Centennial, the Blue Zone’s Blast from the Past series highlights pivotal figures and events in Duke sports history. Next, we look at the 1920 return of Trinity’s football team.
In honor of Duke’s Centennial, the Blue Zone’s Blast from the Past series highlights pivotal figures and events in Duke sports history. Next, we look back at the postseason aspirations of the 1992 women's soccer team.
The Thursday event, part of the University’s Centennial celebrations and Duke’s Forever Learning Institute, and sponsored by Duke Women’s Impact Network, featured remarks from President Vincent Price and a panel of distinguished women leaders.
Here are the 2024 Duke Athletics Hall of Fame inductees, with a look at The Chronicle’s coverage during their times in Durham.
The Department of Theatre Studies will hold a special performance Oct. 19 in Reynold Industries Theater from 8:00 p.m. to 10:00 p.m. to celebrate Duke’s centennial and highlight the history of theater at Duke. By bringing together past and present Duke talent and having them perform pieces that center Duke, Durham and North Carolina, the show will highlight the long history of Duke Theatre and its bright future.
While Duke’s Centennial has given us the opportunity to reflect on how far we’ve progressed in 100 years, it is vital to not focus solely on Duke’s more modern and glamorous developments. The Centennial is about remembering the past and the people that got us here, not just looking toward the future. We can thank the Duke Dance Program for reminding us of that lesson.
In honor of Duke’s Centennial, the Blue Zone’s Blast from the Past series highlights pivotal figures and events in Duke sports history. Next, we look at the debut of the Blue Devil rowing team.
Aside from the Grateful Dead, Duke is no stranger to hosting famous names. In 1972, legendary singer-songwriter Stevie Wonder hit the stage in Cameron. 1976 saw rock icon Bruce Springsteen and his E street Band perform to a packed house. Legendary jazz and pop singer Frank Sinatra, country star Johnny Cash and folk-rock artist Bob Dylan have also made their way to Durham throughout the years, performing for their Blue Devil fans.
President Vincent Price presented the medals to Robert Califf, Trinity '73, School of Medicine '78 and House Staff '83, Fred Stanback, Trinity '50, and William Turner Jr., Pratt '70, Divinity School '74 and Graduate School '84, at the award ceremony over the Centennial Founders’ Day Weekend.
Whether it was braving the rain during the concert, rushing the field after Duke’s historic comeback or attending the Chapel service, the Duke community rejoiced in a celebration of the University.
Members of the Wall family, officials from the City of Durham and Duke students and staff gathered to witness the recognition of the two former University employees.
The gardens provide both a unique feature to campus life and a beautiful space for the Durham community. Since its founding, the 55-acre landmark has evolved in response to architectural issues and the visions of various supporters.
Keohane served as Duke’s first female president from 1993 to 2004 and was succeeded by Brodhead, who served from 2004 to 2017. Price took up the helm in 2017, serving the University in its Centennial year.
To commemorate the Centennial, The Chronicle is looking back on Duke's presidents. In the third installment, we review the final five presidents who have shaped the modern institution’s educational trajectory and global reputation, taking the University into a new age of innovation and international prestige.
Rain is expected to clear by Friday afternoon in time for Duke’s concert featuring Ed Sheeran at 7:30 p.m. in Wallace Wade Stadium. The University said the event would go on “rain or shine” in a Tuesday morning email to ticket holders.
With less than 24 hours between the concert and football kickoff against North Carolina, Duke’s groundskeeping and athletic operations teams face a remarkable challenge: preserving a playing surface and fan experience across two blockbuster events.
Many agree that the unique form of celebration is a special part of Duke’s history. Yet, the union of passionate students with blazing bonfires has also raised concerns of safety and fueled disputes with University administration and public safety officers over the years.
The Victory Bell, first earned by North Carolina in 1948, is the prized traveling trophy given to the winner. The series was initially back-and-forth, and although the Tar Heels took a commanding lead in the latter half of the 20th century, the Blue Devils have made the rivalry more competitive in recent years. Here are some of the game’s biggest moments for Duke.
