Duke University

Living on campus is more than a room and a bed - it’s where you meet people from all over the world and learn something new about yourself and others. At Duke, you are part of an open community that will shape your college experience. Our residential houses create unique connections. RAs, GAs, FACs and FIRs are here to help you find your niche and settle in. It won’t take long for you to discover that sweet place to hang out and start those late night conversations and common room chats that will stay with you forever.

Duke University is committed to excellence in athletics as part of a larger commitment to excellence and education. The guiding principle behind Duke’s participation in Division I athletics is our belief in its educational value for our students. Intercollegiate athletics promotes character traits of high value to personal development and success in later life. These include the drive to take one’s talents to the highest level of performance; embracing the discipline needed to reach high standards; learning to work with others as a team in pursuit of a common goal; and adherence to codes of fairness and respect. Athletics also plays an important role in creating a sense of community in the University.

The Division of Student Affairs is critically engaged in all aspects of students’ lives and collaborates with students, faculty, staff, alumni, parents, and many others in the delivery of key services and support to students and all whom the Division serves.Student Affairs provides programs and services that support the optimal growth of Duke students, enhance their intellectual, social, cultural and physical development, and complement Duke’s academic excellence by providing opportunities for students to experience education and explore interests beyond the classroom.