Diversity at Duke
Supporting diversity on campus
A variety of campus organizations help support Duke's diverse community. They include:
The Multicultural Center helps the Duke community promote growth and development for African-American, Asian, Latino and Native American students. The office conducts public forums on student life, mentorship projects with university alumni, and seminars on current issues for students of color.
International House is the center of co-curricular programs for students from all over the world. The International Association plans social and cultural programs that emphasize the informal exchange of ideas among students from diverse backgrounds.
The John Hope Franklin Center brings together programs devoted to intellectual collaborations and creative ventures, inspired by the Duke professor emeritus, historian, intellectual leader, and lifelong civil rights activist who gives the center his name.
Mary Lou Williams
Center for Black Culture strives to promote
racial understanding, build community, and foster an appreciation
of African-American history and culture. Programs include art exhibits,
musical events, film series and lecture-discussions. Its programs
also include Asian, Hispanic/Latino, Native American and Indian
students.
The Women’s Center promotes a campus climate that is safe, healthy and respectful of all people. In collaboration with student groups and other departments, the center offers information, advocacy, technical assistance, referrals and programming on issues such as health and safety, personal and professional development, discrimination and harassment.
The Center for Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual & Transgender Life provides education, advocacy and support for lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, questioning and straight-allied students, staff and faculty, and the neighboring community.
The Disability Management System-Student Disability Access Office (SDAO) the office on campus that provides support services, as well as coordinating accommodations to meet the needs of students who may have a variety of disabilities.
In addition, a variety of clubs and organizations work to promote unity and cross-cultural relationships on campus.