The Chronicle's Visitor's Guide to Duke University 2024

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WELCOME TO DUKE

We’re glad you’re here!

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Buses, parking, and shuttles

BASKETBALL HIGHLIGHTS

A slam-dunk for die-hard fans

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Behind the scenes

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Where the yum is

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Enjoy yourself!

GET YOUR BEARINGS

Handy campus maps

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ARTS AND ENTERTAINMENT

Spotlight on creative spaces

FREE ART ACTIVITIES

Express yourself!

GET SOME EXERCISE

Walk the walk

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Where to study, read, research

HIDDEN GEMS

Best kept secrets on campus

p/42 KNOW THE LINGO

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Talk like a Dukie

KNOW YOUR NEIGHBORS

It's your town now!

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DUKE UNIVERSITY

On behalf of The Chronicle, we're glad you're here. We hope this guide will help you get acclimated into your new community. Keep up with all Duke University and Durham news at DukeChronicle.com.

Duke's History at a Glance

In 1838, Brown Schoolhouse was opened by Methodists and Quakers. Within fifteen years, it handed out its first bachelor’s degree and rebranded to Normal College. Six years after that it was renamed to Trinity College, beginning to resemble the university we know today.

During the late 1800s, the first women, international student, and Indigenous American student graduated.

In the 1920s, Duke University adopted its current name. James Buchanan Duke renamed the school to honor family members like his late father and tobacco businessman, Washington Duke. The signature moniker Blue Devils was introduced, and the first class of doctors graduated, setting into motion a legacy of world-class academics.

Today, our university sustains elements of the past–our school pride associated with the bold blue hue adopted in 1889–but has also changed, throwing critical historical facts into relief. Like many universities, Duke was racially segregated until the 1960s, and only hired its first black faculty member in 1966. The university has also relied on enslaved labor and workers of color to upkeep the famously manicured campus grounds, to inadequate recognition.

Duke academics remain top-notch, and the university maintains its respected name, especially as empowered students and staff move towards more and more inspiring change. We are fortunate to have a history that has not only given us an illustrious reputation, but allows us to create

positive impacts that are real, passionately fueled, and will take that reputation to new and modern heights. Go Duke!

East Campus

All first-year students are required to live in one of 12 residence halls on East Campus. East Campus was originally the site of Trinity College and the Women’s College from 1930-1972, but it became first-year exclusive in 1995. The main features on East Campus include Lilly Library, The Ark dance studio, and Marketplace—the first-year dining hall.

West Campus

West Campus, home of the famous Chapel, features many other Duke favorites including Cameron Indoor and Wallace Wade Stadium. The campus was created in 1924 when Trinity College underwent an expansion as a result of the Duke Endowment. Sophomores, juniors, and seniors live on West Campus in one of its eight quadrangles. The Richard H. Brodhead Center for Campus Life offers an array of dining venues and study rooms. Additionally, the Duke Student Wellness Center is the home of Counseling & Psychological Services, Student Health, a tranquil garden, the “Oasis” which has a massage chair, meditation pillows and more.

Duke Athletics

Since the school’s birth year, our athletics have been enviable. The 1938 football team was known as the Iron Dukes for their impenetrable defense line, and since then our 27 sports teams have

Left to Right: Campus Drive in the Fall, Kilgo Tower, Cameron Indoor Stadium, Sarah P. Duke Gardens.

flourished. Men’s basketball has won five NCAA Division I championships, thanks to recently retired icon Coach Krzyzewski and his 42-year long career.

Duke Gardens

More than 900 species and miles of green space started with a simple wish in the 1930’s–Dr. Frederic Hanes, gardener and medical faculty, was determined to turn a debris-filled ravine into something beautiful. He persuaded Sarah P. Duke

to donate $20,000 to the cause, and in 1935 over 100 flower beds were planted. Mary Duke Biddle and land designer Ellen Biddle Shipman gave the garden new life after heavy storms and floods, and their creation is still flourishing today.

The Nasher Museum

In 1969, the acquisition of 200 medieval works allowed the concept of a Duke University Museum of Art to be born. In 2005, the sleek, modern Nasher Museum we know today gave a new home to art housed in a former science building on East Campus. As Raymond D. Nasher, Duke alumnus, collector, and benefactor gazed at the new construction, he supposedly claimed, “This will be one of the most important, most interesting university art museums in the country.”

Gothic Architecture

West Campus features the most architectural diversity, blending Georgian, the most modern of the modern, and Duke’s signature gothic styles. You can’t miss the Chapel, the intricate and gargantuan pinnacle around which other campus buildings revolve. Julian Abele, prominent AfricanAmerican architect, served as the chief planner of the university campus from 1924 through the 1950s.

Mr. Abele designed the Duke Chapel, among other gothic style buildings on campus like Baldwin Auditorium, Cameron Indoor Stadium, and the Duke Medical School.

CAMPUS: GETTING AROUND

Visitors, students, staff and faculty members can find parking on campus in parking garages, pay-lots and at parking meters located around campus. A map of all campus parking lots, including visitor areas, is available online at maps.duke.edu

All motor vehicles & motorcycles must be registered and display a valid parking permit, which can be purchased online at parking. duke.edu

CAMPUS & REGIONAL BUS ROUTES

Free and accessible transit services run throughout the campuses and Medical Center, with a parking shuttle service operating from peripheral parking lots to the core of campus.

Primary Campus Routes

C 1: East-West: provides service between East and West Campuses at 5-minute intervals to all stops along Campus Drive.

C 1X: East-West Express: provides service between East and West Campuses at 7-minute intervals with no stops

SWS: Swift Avenue Shuttle: serves Swift Avenue, Alexander Avenue, and the West Campus bus stop at 17-minute intervals.

CSW: Smith Warehouse: serves Campus Drive in both directions at 20-minute intervals, with service to Smith Warehouse along Maxwell Avenue as the bus returns from West Campus.

Primary Hospital Routes

RSX: Robertson Express Route: provides service between Duke and UNC-Chapel Hill every hour, thirty minutes past the hour.

LL: LaSalle Loop: travels from the Heights at LaSalle to Research Drive, Circuit Drive and Campus Walk to Best Lot.

H2: Hospital Loop: travels between Parking Garage III and remote parking on Hillsborough Rd via Duke Medical Pavilion, Duke Clinic, and Duke Hospital.

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PR1: Basset Research: serves West Campus from the Grounds lot on Cameron Blvd./Hwy 751, Science Drive to the Bryan Center, and Circuit Drive to Research Drive and Entry 11 at the Duke Clinics every 25-30 minutes.

H5: Broad-Erwin: connects 705 Broad Street to the Erwin Mill Building, Erwin Square, West Quadrangle, Duke Clinics, Duke Hospital, Hock Plaza, Lenox Baker, Center for Living, and the Dialysis Center.

Students can track busses at any of the 113 bus stops on and around campus through Rider, Duke’s GPS transit system app, available on all smartphones. It is also possible to track Duke Transit buses on a desktop at parking.duke.edu/track or regional buses at live. gotriangle.org

ALTERNATIVE TRANSPORTATION

Duke Vans u — Students and employees can also ride in Dukeoperated vans during dusk-to-dawn hours to and from campus and Medical Center areas when bus service is not available.

GoPass — allows all students and eligible faculty and staff to take unlimited rides on GoDurham, GoTriangle, and GoRaleigh. GoPass

is free for students but not staff/faculty (parking.duke.edu/buses/ gopass)

Lyft —Through a pilot program with Lyft, Duke University will cover the transportation costs of certain Lyft rides that Duke students and employees take to and from Duke Lemur Center, Duke Campus Farm, and Duke Forest Shepherd Nature Trail (students only).

Learn more about carpool, vanpool, the Enterprise CarShare service, as well as bike, bus and pedestrian programs at parking.duke.edu/ commuting/

Stop by our beautiful location on the lower level of the Duke Clinic in Room 0001 near the food court. Parking is available in the parking garage on Trent Drive adjacent to the Duke Clinic. The store provides instruments for students, faculty and staff of the Medical Center. The store also carries a wide selection of Duke and Duke Health clothing and gift items, office and school supplies, scrubs & lab coats, alumni chairs and childrens gift items. Room 0001, Lower Level, Duke Clinic | 919.684.2717 | Monday - Friday: 8:30am - 5:00pm

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CAMPUS SPOTLIGHT

BASKETBALL HIGHLIGHTS

If you're a basketball enthusiast stepping onto Duke campus, you're in for a slam-dunk experience! From the iconic court where legends are made to the memorabilia that tells the story of our basketball legacy, there's plenty to see and do. Whether you're here to experience the game-day adrenaline or immerse yourself in the rich history of the Duke basketball program, our campus is a haven for fans like you.

CAMERON INDOOR STADIUM

Welcome to the beating heart of Duke University's basketball legacy— Cameron Indoor Stadium. Steeped in history and echoing with the roar of Blue Devil fervor, Cameron is more than just a venue; it's a sacred space where dreams are realized and champions are crowned. From its intimate confines to its famed "Cameron Crazies" student section, every corner of this iconic arena pulsates with the energy of a thousand victories. Whether you're cheering courtside or witnessing history from the rafters, stepping into Cameron is an unforgettable journey for any basketball aficionado.

DUKE BASKETBALL MUSEUM

Step into the hallowed halls of the Duke Basketball Museum, located adjacent to Cameron in the Schwartz/Butters Athletic Center. Here, amidst the gleaming trophies and cherished memorabilia, the rich tapestry of Blue Devil history unfolds before your eyes. Trace the footsteps of basketball legends, from Coach K's storied leadership to the iconic moments that have etched themselves into the annals of college basketball lore. See a multitude of trophy displays–including five title trophies–interactive videos, and memorabilia all under this one roof. Whether you're a lifelong fan or a newcomer to the game, the Duke Basketball Museum is a journey through time that will leave you awestruck.

K-VILLE

Nestled at the heart of Duke University's campus lies Krzyzewskiville (K-Ville), a vibrant hub of Blue Devil pride and tradition. Known as the tenting grounds, K-Ville is where dedicated students pitch their tents days in advance, braving the elements with unwavering spirit to secure prime seating for Duke basketball games at Cameron Indoor Stadium. It's more than just a place to camp out—it's a community, where bonds are forged, chants echo through the night, and anticipation builds for the electrifying moments on the court. Whether you're a die-hard fan or simply curious about the fervor surrounding Duke basketball, a visit to K-Ville is an essential part of the Blue Devil experience.

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HOPE TO SEE YOU AT THE BLUE & WHITE GAME ON APRIL 20!

‘BRING THE HYPE AND BRING THE SPIRIT’

BEHIND THE SCENES OF THE DUKE ATHLETICS BAND

By Amy Guan

When Duke sports fans enter Wallace Wade and Cameron Indoor Stadium, they are greeted not only by the cheers of thousands of spectators, but also by the sound of “Fight, Fight,” played by students in blue and white uniforms.

One of Duke’s oldest student organizations, students in the Duke Athletics Band have performed music to charge up Duke fans since the early 1900s.

Today, the Duke Athletics Band is home to 93 student musicians. Members start the fall semester in Duke Marching Band, which plays at football games, and transition into Pep Band, which plays in the stands at basketball games.

The band has an extensive leadership team consisting of a band director, assistant band director, student leadership team and section leaders. Jeff Au, band director for Duke Athletics, works with Assistant Band Director Leigh-Ann Lethco to arrange music, organize logistics for football game days and manage the band’s budget and student recruitment efforts.

Senior Rachel Washart, a piccoloist and president of the band, describes it as a “student-forward” organization. While Duke Athletics provides the band with the resources and support they need, she notes that students can push for the direction they want to take the band in to create “the best band experience for themselves.”

Compared to other university bands, the Duke Athletics Band is significantly smaller and practices fewer times per week. Washart says that while most college marching bands practice two to three times a day, the band comes together about two to three times a week.

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A DAY OF EATING IN DURHAM

NINTH STREET

Breakfast

Build your own bagel sandwich

Monuts, 1002 Ninth St.

Delicious with fried eggs and multiple types of cream cheese. Pairs great with a warm seasonal latte and a donut or sweet treat to go!

Lunch

Ahi Poke Bowl

Happy and Hale, 703B Ninth St.

All of Happy and Hale’s bowls are super refreshing and easily customizable. The wide variety of sauces are my favorite part!

Dinner

Pho Ga Rau Cai

Bahn’s Cuisine, 750 9th St

Delicious Vietnamese and Chinese food with great prices! Best noodles on 9th St hands down!

Dessert

Earl Grey Bubble Milk Tea

Moge Tea, 760 Ninth Street

Amazing selections of milk and fruit teas with lots of options for toppings and add-ins. My favorite bubble tea spot near campus!

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VEGAN EDITION

Breakfast

Strawberry Power Bowl

Juicekeys, 110 N Corcoran St.

The smoothies are really creamy and almost taste like ice cream! Juicekeys has great toppings selections, from fresh fruit to granola to coconut chips and homemade maple cream.

Lunch

NC BBQ & Slaw Sandwich

Pure Soul, 4125 Durham-Chapel Hill Blvd Suite

Pure Soul is an all-vegan soul food restaurant serving plant-based versions of all your favorite southern classics, like shrimp po-boys, mac and cheese, coleslaw, chicken wings, and barbeque. There are so many great options to choose from and everything is delicious!

Dinner

Vegan Arepas

Guasaca, A-100, Erwin Square, 2200 W Main St

Amazing Venezuelan food at an affordable price! The vegan arepas come with beans, plantains, and lots of flavorful veggies.

Dessert

Vegan Dipped Soft Serve

Simon Says Dip This, 117 W. Parrish St.

Simon Says Dip This is a build-your-own custom dipped ice cream stop with over 24 flavors of dips and a variety of toppings. I personally love the non-dairy soft-serve with brownie batter dip, peanut butter filling, and topped with crushed Oreos!

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EAT THE TOWN

COMFORT FOOD EDITION

Brunch

Eggs & Pancakes

Elmo’s Diner, 776 9th St

Classic brunch spot right off East Campus. Great for lazy weekends!

Dinner

8pc Boneless Spicy BBQ Wings

Heavenly Buffaloes, 1807 W Markham Ave and 2816

Erwin Rd

My favorite place to get wings near Duke! Pairs great with their garlic parmesan waffle fries!

Late Night

Old School Chicken Burrito

Cosmic Cantina, 1920 Perry St

The perfect comfort food after a night out!

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ON THE TOWN

GOING OUT IN DURHAM

OPEN MICS FOR MUSICIANS, COMEDIANS, POETS, AND STORYTELLERS

Moon Dog Meadery

1104 Broad St Suite C Sundays at 7pm

Durty Bull Brewing Company

206 Broadway St #104 Comedy Mic, Fridays at 8pm

Common Ground

1821 Green Street Thursdays at 7pm

Devine’s Sports Bar and Grill

904 W Main St, Durham Mondays at 8pm

Blue Note Grill

709 Washington Street

Brett Chambers Open Mic (Music), Wednesdays 7-10pm and Triangle Society Blues Jam first Tuesday of the month 6-8pm

Missy Lane’s Assembly Room

310 E Main St

Eloquent Soul Open Mic with live band (Music), Tuesdays at 7pm

NATURE

American Tobacco Trail (22+ miles)

Entrance Morehead Ave.

Ellerbee Creek Trails (1.2-2.5 miles)

Entrances at Club Boulevard, Trinity Boulevard, and Glendale Avenue

Al Buehler Trail (3 miles) 3001 Cameron Blvd

Eno River State Park (1-15+)

Entrance 6101 Cole Mill Rd

Duke Forest Trails (1-4 miles)

Entrance NC-751

Duke Gardens Trails (1 mile) 420 Anderson St

FITNESS Ninth Street Dance 1920 Perry St

Yoga Off East 702 9th St

Threehouse Studios (Yoga) 1505 Morehead Ave

Pure Barre 737 9th St #260

The Method Training (Personal Training) 719 Broad St

Midtown Yoga Durham 3109 Shannon Rd

The Movement Studio 2007 Chapel Hill Rd

Blue Point Yoga 2816 Erwin Rd Suite 203

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Durham School for Ballet and Performing Arts

608 N Duke St

Durham Cycles

756 9th St

DAYTIME

Durham Farmers Market (Saturdays 8am-12pm)

501 Foster St

The Durham Museum

500 W Main St

The Museum of Life and Science

433 W. Murray Ave

Durham Public Library

300 N Roxboro St

ENTERTAINMENT

Durham Performing Arts Center (DPAC)

123 Vivian Street

The Carolina Theatre of Durham

309 West Morgan St

The Fruit

305 S. Dillard St.

Pinhook

117 W Main St.

Motorco Music Hall

723 Rigsbee Ave

Boxcar Bar and Arcade

621 Foster St.

NIGHT-LIFE

Alley Twenty Six

320 E. Chapel Hill St.

Kingfisher

321 E. Chapel Hill St.

Arcana Bar and Lounge

331 W. Main St.

Dashi Izakaya

415 E. Chapel Hill St.

Pour Taproom

202 Corcoran St. #200

Killer Queen Wine Bar

117 E. Main St. Suite B

West End Wine Bar

601 W. Main St.

The Velvet Hippo

119 Orange St. 3rd Floor

Rubies on Five Points

347 W. Main St.

Remedy Room

347 W. Main St

Bar Virgile

105 S. Magnum St.

Accordion Club

316 W. Geer St.

Devine’s Restaurant & Sports Bar

904 W. Main St.

Bull McCabe’s Irish Pub

427 W. Main St.

James Joyce Irish Pub

921 W. Main St.

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WEST CAMPUS

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CENTRAL CAMPUS

CAMPUS SPOTLIGHT: ARTS AND ENTERTAINMENT

MUSIC

Play—Explore new realms of musical creativity and refine performance skills in courses, one-on-one instrumental lessons, master classes and ensembles. Use your playing to further social change beyond campus through Duke’s partnerships with El Sistema USA and the Duke University String School.

Listen—Absorb the melodies of the Jazz Ensemble, Symphony Orchestra, Duke Opera Workshop, Duke Chorale and Duke’s many a cappella groups. Students can purchase tickets to any Duke Performances concert for just $10. The university’s professional performing arts presenting organization invites acclaimed international and national artists into venues including the beautiful Baldwin Auditorium on East Campus. Find your music community on campus through the student-run record label (Small Town Records) or radio station (WXDU).

DANCE

Perform—The Dance Programs offers multi-level African, ballet, modern and jazz technique and repertoire classes, as well as a dance major and minor, and an MFA. A variety of solo and group performing opportunities are also offered, which include working with faculty and student choreographers and invited guest artists and musicians. Duke also has 19 student dance groups, ranging from hip-hop to classical Indian dance.

Watch—See live dance from visiting artists and students on one of Duke’s many stages. Performances are held both on-campus in spaces such as Reynolds Theatre, and in off-campus locations such as the Durham Performing Arts Center.

THEATER

Perform—The Department of Theater Studies offers students multiple opportunities to both study and practice theater, with courses in dramatic literature and theater arts. The department faculty includes theater professionals in acting, administration, design, directing and playwriting. Watch—Courses are accompanied by productions from all over the world, and the department invites numerous award-winning theater artists to campus each year. Hoof ‘n’ Horn, Duke’s musical theater student group, has presented sold-out shows in the Ruby’s von der Heyden Studio Theater.

ARTS CAREER DEVELOPMENT

Connect with alumni in creative careers through Duke’s Entertainment, Media, and Arts Network (DEMAN) through the annual DEMAN Weekend in the fall or year-round gatherings. Apply to StudioDuke with a creative project for the chance to develop it with a professional mentor. Work as a member of the Creative Arts Student Team (CASTs) or take “Introduction to Performing Arts Management” to gain insight into careers in arts management.

ARTSTIGATORS

“Artstigating” is a way for students to build their own arts culture on campus and connect to community creativity in Durham and beyond. Two ways to artstigate: 1. Follow @artstigators on Instagram and Twitter and spread the word! 2. Tag photos/videos #artstigators to share your artstigating in action.

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VISUAL & MEDIA ARTS

Make—Art, Art History & Visual Studies classes range from the fine arts, to the psychology of perception, to the context of art in popular culture and social media. The Cinematic Arts concentration or minor introduces students to the production and critical analysis of film and photography. The internationally renowned Center for Documentary Studies offers an interdisciplinary program in the documentary arts and presents the Full Frame Documentary Film Festival in downtown Durham. Take a free, 2-hour DukeCreate workshop to develop your skills in the arts, from digital media to ceramics, at the Duke Arts Annex or Ruby.

View—The Nasher Museum of Art at Duke University is a major center for the arts in Durham and the surrounding region, featuring temporary exhibits by renowned and local artists. The Nasher’s groundbreaking collection of contemporary art maintains a particular focus on diverse artists that have been historically underrepresented—or excluded—from mainstream arts institutions. There are also galleries in every corner of Duke’s campus that present a wide variety of professional and student artwork.

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FREE ART ACTIVITIES ON CAMPUS

By Parishi Patel

Overwhelmed with classes and looking for a way to de-stress? Ready to make good on your New Year’s resolution to pick up a new hobby?

The Chronicle has prepared a guide of free art resources at Duke to help you unleash your hidden potential.

The Arts Annex

The Arts Annex is a gem for seasoned artists and beginners alike, serving as a hub for the campus arts scene and brimming with resources for you to express your creativity in various mediums. This includes everything from paints, crafting items and brushes to screen-printing, ceramics and visual arts studios. Whether you’re just stopping by to clear your head or ready to embark on an artistic adventure, student staff members are available every step of the way for assistance. Located between East Campus and the Rubenstein Arts Center at 404 Gattis St., the Arts Annex is easily accessible via the C1 and CSW bus routes, with its own dedicated stop on both lines. Once getting off the bus, follow the path until you reach a gate that will open with your student ID, then proceed through the courtyard into the Annex.

Nasher Museum of Art

Not in the mood to create something from scratch? Head to the Nasher Museum of Art and enjoy a wide array of inspiring art exhibits. Its most recent exhibit, “Modern Prophets: Art and Spirituality in America,” opened Jan. 27. Organized by Julianne Miao, the exhibit emphasizes various depictions of spirituality and religion in contemporary art. The Nasher is currently home to another temporary exhibit, “Love and Anarchy,” and will be hosting yet another, “María Magdalena Campos-Pons: Behold,” beginning Feb. 15. “Love and Anarchy” conveys a central theme of the unexpected intertwining of the disarray of anarchy with the passion and affection of love, while “María Magdalena Campos-Pons: Behold” explores themes of slavery, motherhood, migration and indentured labor, creating a curated selection that transports the viewer through otherwise unfamiliar mediums and challenges. In addition to these temporary exhibits, the Nasher is also home to a number of permanent exhibitions, including the Collections Galleries, which feature historical art pieces that illustrate human creativity and pay homage to the Nasher’s strengths.

The Nasher Museum of Art is located at 2001 Campus Drive, right across from the Rubenstein Arts Center, and can be accessed by the C1 and CSW routes. The Nasher Art Museum Cafe, which accepts food points, is a great place to dine. Opening hours can be found on the Nasher Museum of Art website.

The Rubenstein

Whether you’re a jack of all trades or a jack of no trades, the Rubenstein Arts Center, known by students as the Ruby, has something for you. A hub for artists of all crafts, the Ruby has dance studios, media production studios, a film theater and a studio theater. And when

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it comes to visual arts, the Ruby’s Badger-Mars Visual Arts Wing is the place to be. Its painting studio welcomes visiting artists and art project residents and features resources such as easels, north-facing windows, a mess sink and ventilation. The wing is also home to Duke’s largest Innovation Co-Lab and multipurpose studios, which can be used to host exhibits or dance practices. The Ruby is located at 2020 Campus Drive, between East and West Campus, and is right across from the Nasher Museum.

Innovation Co-Labs

There are a total of 3 Innovation Co-Labs on Duke's campus, which are free for all students to use. Located in Lilly Library on East Campus, the Rubenstein Arts Center and the Technology Engagement Center, the Co-Labs combined boast technologies such as 3D Printers, a shopbot CNC router, a laser cutter and engraver, a vinyl cutter, hand tools, soldering equipment, workbenches and PC workstations. While no experience is required to take advantage of these resources, some machines may require assistance from staff members to operate.

Upcoming/Recurring Events

Looking for a fun guided activity to brighten up your day? Tote-bag

decorating at the BC Plaza Stage, flower-bouquet making at the Landing in the Bryan Center and cupcake decorating in the Wellness Center are some of the many offerings hosted at various locations around Duke, organized and run by DUU Visual Arts and duArts. These free workshops are a great way to try out a new skill or pick up a new hobby. To learn more or register for an event, log onto Duke Groups and search for DUU Visual Arts and duARTS.

Additionally, duArts hosts Second Fridays on BC Plaza, a fun way for students to destress and let their creativity flow. As the name entails, they take place on the second Friday of each month and have included activities such as sun-printing, tie-dye kits and bracelet making, often in collaboration with local artists and groups from the Durham community. A Second Friday in February gave students the opportunity to make mini bouquets with fabric flowers – just in time for Valentine’s Day.

There are many opportunities to get involved in the art scene on campus, regardless of any prior experience or lack thereof. Don’t be afraid to take advantage of these resources; who knows, you might just find another hobby.

CAMPUS SPOTLIGHT: WALK THE WALK

GET SOME EXERCISE

Wilson Recreation Center

This 99,000-square-foot facility boasts classrooms, courts and fitness areas, as well as a pool, rock climbing wall and smoothie bar. The eight-lane, 25-yard Taishoff Aquatics Pavilion offers lap swimming and has its own deep-water diving well. The wall stands 35 feet tall 11 ropes and over 1400 square feet of climbing surface. .

Brodie Recreation Center

The 50,000-square-foot facility houses more courts, weight rooms and fitness areas as well as its own pool and group fitness classes. The Brodie Aquatics Center is a four-lane, 25yard facility that hosts swim instruction, Physical Education classes, and special events..

Intramural Sports and Sport Clubs

Students have the opportunity to participate in open, men’s, women’s, co-ed recreational and competitive sporting activities including flag football, soccer, volleyball, softball, basketball and ultimate frisbee. Plus, there are over 30 sports clubs to choose from including Badminton, Basketball, Equestrian, Quidditch, Krav Maga, Soccer and Triathlon.

East Campus Loop

The 1.7 mile loop around East Campus is an extremely popular running and walking trail for Duke students, employees and the greater Triangle community.

Duke Forest

The Duke Forest is owned and managed by Duke University. It consists of over 7,000 acres of forested land and open fields in Durham, Orange, and Alamance counties. It has been managed for teaching and research purposes since 1931. There are six great trails for hiking and walking and more ranging from easy hiking trails to a little more strenuous with an elevation gain of 380 feet.

Top to bottom: Wilson Recreation Center, Brodie Recreation Center, Quidditch intramural club

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WHERE MODERN LUXURY MEETS INCREDIBLE HISTORY

Welcome to West Village, Downtown Durham’s most extraordinary place to live.

Our classically cool Durham apartments, steeped in 120 years of character, feature newly upgraded studio, 1, 2, 3, and 4 bedroom floor plans that transform historic buildings and factories into a stellar living experience.

Renovated homes feature open floor plans, high ceilings, exposed brick walls, and original wood flooring.

Eno River State Park

Located in Durham and Orange counties 10 miles northwest of downtown Durham, Eno River State Parks spans across five access areas along its namesake river. The swift, but often shallow stream of the river can make for difficult paddling but provides beautiful landmarks like the Cascades. The park offers plenty of recreational opportunities just minutes from city amenities, and it is one of the state parks along the Mountains-to-Sea State Trail.

Eno River State Park

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CAMPUS SPOTLIGHT LIBRARIES

For most Duke students, the library becomes a second home—a place to solve problem sets, discuss group projects, and, most notably, eat pizza at 2 am and see the puppies during finals. The University’s library system is one of the top 10 private institution systems in the country— where students can find any needed book, information or movie, as well as ample study space. Visit library.duke.edu for more information.

PERKINS LIBRARY | (919) 660-5870

Perkins library on West Campus is part of the main library complex. Several of Perkins’ main features include The Link—a stimulating study environment to inspire collaborative learning; the Office of Information Technology help desk which offers computer assistance, software installations and equipment loans; and the Writing Studio, which allows students to receive writing help from trained tutors. Von der Heyden Pavilion (“Vondy”) is a glass-enclosed café attached to Perkins that offers coffee, snacks and a relaxing social and study space.

DAVID M. RUBENSTEIN RARE BOOK AND MANUSCRIPT LIBRARY | (919) 660-5822

The Rubenstein Library and Reading Room holds more than 350,000 rare books and 10,000 manuscript collections. The library also houses three specialized research centers: the Sallie Bingham Center for Women’s History and Culture, the John Hope Franklin Research Center for African and African American History and Culture and the John W. Hartman Center for Sales, Advertising & Marketing History.

BOSTOCK LIBRARY | (919) 660-5870

Connected to Perkins as part of West Campus’s main library complex, Bostock offers a separate assortment of computer clusters, silent reading rooms and independent study spaces. On the first floor of Bostock is the The Edge—a dynamic study area containing both workshop and presentation spaces, project rooms, the Murthy Digital Studio and the Brandaleone Family Lab for Data and Visualization Services.

LILLY LIBRARY | (919) 660-5995

Located on the main quad on East Campus, Lilly Library provides reference materials and online resources for first-year students as well as extensive film and book collections and a variety of study spaces. Lilly is currently undergoing a $64 million renovation and will reopen in 2026.

There are also libraries at the Divinity School, Fuqua School of Business, Law School, Medical Center, and a music library in the Mary Duke Biddle Building.

Top to bottom: Perkins Library, Gothic Reading Room at Rubenstein Library, Lilly Library

CAMPUS SPOTLIGHT HIDDEN

GEMS

The Student Wellness Center

If you only go here when you’re sick, then I’m sending you my condolences in more ways than one. This place is a glass castle. Natural light floods the space. Everywhere you turn, there’s either a plant or a plant-adjacent object. The desks attach to big, soft benches that create your own personal cubicle. There’s always someone playing the grand piano, filling the air with music I feel like I should’ve paid to hear. And when you’re done studying, you can make your way to the meditation garden at the back. THEY HAVE SPINNY EGG CHAIRS.

Perkins Oasis

This place has saved my life again and again. It has a dedicated napping corner, complete with a room divider, a thick mat, and multiple pillows. On days so desperate I can’t even make it back to my room, I just head on over to the third floor of Perkins and— SNORE!—fall right asleep in this quiet nook of peace and bliss.

Strawberry Matcha at Bella Union

Matcha latte with oat milk and a couple pumps of strawberry syrup? YUUUUUUUM.

Commons

Yeah, most people know about Nasher brunch— but do you know about COMMONS BRUNCH? OR LUNCH? OR DINNER? Located on the third floor of WU (if you’re confused, go back to the Trilingo dictionary), Commons serves some real high-end fare. I almost expect the food to come out on those tiny plates. And no one is sponsoring me to say this. It really is just that impressive.

Duke Coffeehouse

Psychedelic alternative would be the way I describe the vibe. Like an underground gathering place for hipsters. And with the sheer number of concerts that happen there, it’s basically a small venue for indie artists. The place stays open super late, and people are always just hanging out. Or dancing. It’s a good time. Plus, they have free tea, coffee, and snacks…

PHOTOS

HIDDEN GEMS

Grainger Hall’s Rooftop Garden

Need a cool and unique study spot? Need a break from studying all together? Visit the environmental sciences building, Grainger Hall, for its amazing rooftop garden. But this place is more than just a great photo op. It’s also a hotspot for locally grown produce, flowers, and important pollinators.

Lavender Lemonade from It’s Thyme

A refreshing floral spin on everyone’s favorite thirst quencher, the Lavender Lemonade from Duke’s new restaurant, It’s Thyme, is an immediate musthave for that warm NC weather. Give it a try and you’ll become addicted.

Dinners at the Nasher Museum

Dine in style at the Nasher Museum for their Thursday night dinner. Enjoy delicious food surrounded by art from around the world. Whether for a romantic evening or a gathering with friends, the Nasher offers an unforgettable dining experience, blending culinary delight with artistic inspiration. Get the Panko Salmon. You won’t regret it.

Gothic Reading Room

There’s no other place on campus with as much of a dark academia vibe as the Gothic Reading Room. Located on the second floor of Perkins Library, this room is great for students who study best in silence surrounded by old books, portraits, chandeliers, and high arched windows. But don’t you dare close your laptop too loudly. We might just have to glare at you.

CAMPUS SPOTLIGHT: TALK THE TALK

DUKE DIALECT 101

Duke students use a variety of acronyms and abbreviations, and sometimes it can get confusing. Here are some of the most popular terms to help you get acquainted with the Duke student lingo.

"WU"

West Union dining hall. Yes, it is officially called Brodhead Center now, but old habits die hard.

"BC"

Bryan Center, home to the University Store, student mail center, office space, even a McDonalds. BC Plaza refers to the outdoor seating area outside the building, conveniently featuring power outlets.

Launching in Fall 2024

Minor in Writing and Rhetoric

Thompson Writing Program

Fall Courses Include History of Writing Studies (Writing 201S) Rhetorics of Health and Medicine (Writing 281S)

• Lessons from African American Rhetoric (Writing 285S)

• The Dialog Laboratory (Writing 267S)

Learn more at: twp.duke.edu/writing-minor

"C 1"

The East-West bus. Most students quite literally can’t live without it. Make sure you allocate extra minutes for potential delays.

"K-Ville"

The general area surrounding Cameron Stadium.

"E-Quad"

Engineering quad.

"Vondy"

The glass-walled café inside Perkins library, officially called Saladelia.

“FDOC”

First day of classes, the very start of the school year.

“LDOC”

Last day of classes, the very end of the school year. Unlike FDOC, LDOC is a huge celebration with student activities running all day long–the biggest of which is the LDOC Concert (headlined this year by Swae Lee).

“STINF”

Short-Term Illness Form, otherwise known as a free ticket to skip class if you’ve just woken up

feeling less than your usual self.

“Perk”

The students’ nickname for Perkins Library, Duke’s largest and most centrally-located library.

“DUU”

Duke University Union, Duke’s largest student organization. DUU organizes over 200 events and media each year, including the LDOC Concert.

“FLUNCH”

Ah yes, the Faculty Lunch program. Through FLUNCH, undergraduates can invite their faculty or course instructors to a free lunch on campus.

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LOCAL SPOTLIGHT: NEIGHBORHOODS

GET TO KNOW YOUR NEIGHBORS

Each neighborhood surrounding Duke has its own flavor. If you're living off campus, consider what each area has to offer before making your decision.

Downtown

With entertainment, restaurants, breweries, and every sort of novelty right at your doorstep, residents are never bored in Downtown Durham. Durham’s freshest urban vibe intermingles with the city’s rich history. Sports fans will be thrilled by the proximity of the Durham Bulls stadium, housed within the reworked factory and entertainment hub, American Tobacco Campus. Downtown is a wonderland for foodies. “Major,” a 10-foot Bull statue, watches over establishments like The Parlour, M Sushi, and Pizzeria Toro serve up every permutation of sweet and savory, of adventure and familiarity. Eat, drink, play, and be merry at Boxcar Bar + Arcade. Or, explore Durham Food Hall for a market-like experience. Looking for something fresh? The Durham Farmers Market does not disappoint.

Ninth Street

Within walking distance to Duke’s campus, Ninth Street is convenient, friendly, and fast-casual. It’s often lively with Duke undergrads living either in the area or on the nearby East Campus. Harris Teeter, Durham’s only Whole Foods, and exciting local activities are just a stone’s throw away. Choose Bull City Escape for a weekend outing, or indulge in boba at Moge Tee. Browse quirky shops stocked with gifts and knick-knacks or the Regulator, a well-shelved and beloved bookstore.

University Drive / 15-501

Looking for a house rental? Look no further than University Drive / 15-501. Maybe the name is a mouthful, but commutes are breezy. This neighborhood provides easy access to

The Durham Bulls Athletic Park in the heart of Downtown is home to the historic Durham Bulls, a Triple-A affiliate of the Tampa Bay Rays of Major League Baseball

Raleigh or Chapel Hill. The area is home to an easy suburban vibe, reflected in the surrounding activities: go for classic bowling at Bowlero, belt the night away at K-Mix Karaoke & Bar, or work out at Base Pilates. For a slice of nature, Cornwallis Road Park is worth exploring for disc golf, playgrounds for the family, or just a stroll. Dining options aren’t short either—all within one block, find something fresh at Saltbox Seafood Joint, German-inspired at Guglhupf Bakery & Biergarten, plant-based at The Refectory, or classically southern at The Original Q Shack.

North Durham

Families will settle right into North Durham, whether that’s with a home purchase or at more flexible spaces at a variety of apartment complexes. There are many neighborhoods and parks in this area with lots of room to roam. You’ll appreciate

the change of pace compared to campus life, while still being close to Duke. Little ones will love adventuring on Ellerbe Creek Trail, at the Durham Museum of Life and Science, or at the farther destination of Falls Lake Reservoir. There’s still plenty else to do when it gets dark outside–just catch a movie at Northgate Stadium 10, and you’ll feel right at home.

Erwin

Literally walkable to the Duke Law School, Fuqua, the Duke Medicine Pavilion, and the Duke University Hospital—Erwin is synonymous with convenience and apartment communities. Fuel yourself after a day at work at local favorites Enzo’s Pizza, Heavenly Buffaloes chicken wings, or Itaewon Grill. On off days, the Duke Forest and Duke Gardens offer a world of leisure, while the Duke Hospital ensures quality care is just steps away.

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Holly Hill Apartments

 Are within walking distance to Duke University ’s West Campus, & Duke & VA Hospitals

 Walking distance to grocery & restaurants.

 Flexible lease terms

Poplar Manor Apartments

Erwin Terrace Apartments

101 THINGS TO DO BEFORE

o Run the Al-Buehler Trail at WaDuke

o Cook dinner in your dorm

o Chill with the lemurs at Duke’s Lemur Center

o Go to a Def-Mo show

o Live it up at an SLG event

o Visit the Duke Marine Lab

o Chat with a basketball player

o Run for the bus (it doesn’t count if you catch it)

o Treat yourself on food points at the Commons

o See the fall foliage in the Blue Ridge Mountains

o Ride the bull then dance in the cage at Shooters

o Order The Pile at Geer Street Garden

o Make Dean’s List

o Go to the activities fair as a freshman, sign-up for 10+ clubs, and get spammed with emails for the next four years

o Take a dip in the ocean at Wrightsville Beach

o Enroll in a golf class at The Washington Duke

o Go-kart at Frankie’s Fun Park

o Take an art class

o Actually check a book out of the library

o Get outside your comfort zone and study in a brand-new city for a semester

o Sample local food at the Durham Farmer’s Market on Saturday

o Paint your face Duke blue and show your spirit in the student section at Cameron

o Cheer on the Durham Bulls

o Tent in K-Ville

o Host a Duke radio broadcast

o See the Pitchforks or another student a cappella group perform

o Dance for a cause at the Duke Dance Marathon

o See the Ciompi Quartet perform at Baldwin

o Tailgate for a Duke football game

o See a local band play at Motorco

o Go to The Nasher to check-out art exhibits, then grab brunch at the Café

o Treat yourself to a steak dinner at Angus Barn

o Bring your family members to Shooters (just make sure they leave by midnight)

o Take a service-learning class

o Grab lunch at the Law School

o Meander through the Duke Gardens

o See your favorite artist in downtown Raleigh at Red Hat Amphitheater

o Go “crazie” at the Duke-UNC basketball game

o Check out local art galleries at Third Friday Durham

o Buy wine or champagne on food points

o Play spikeball on the main quad

o Quiz yourself at Trivia Night at Fullsteam

o Indulge at The Parlour (get the advanced bowl with up to four scoops)

o Take a class on a topic outside of your major that’s not a requirement

o Check out the galleries at the 21c Museum Hotel

o Get kicked out of Perkins at closing

o Attend a Chapel service

o Make it to midnight pizza on LDOC

BEFORE YOU GRADUATE

o Dress up and head to Franklin Street for Halloween

o Flunch a professor

o Grab a burger at King’s Sandwich Shop

o Sample bites at a Food Truck Rodeo

o Go to a sporting event outside of Cameron or Wallace Wade

o Make your way to a Carolina Hurricanes game at PNC Arena

o Walk the American Tobacco District

o STINF a class—we won’t ask any questions

o Study in the Mary Duke Biddle Music Library

o Follow the Fluke on social for satire about Duke

o Attend a rally

o Drink out of a famous blue cup at He’s Not Here in Chapel Hill

o Grab breakfast on 9th St. at Happy and Hale or Elmo’s

o Watch live music at the Coffeehouse

o See an event at DPAC

o Come back early to campus every fall

o Grub for free at Midnight Breakfast

o Table for a cause

o Make your own bagel sandwich at Monuts… then get a donut for dessert

o Cut your own pizza at Pompieri

o Attend sumer session

o See a show at the Carolina Theatre

o Take an impulsive trip to another college campus

o Show up to a frat party

o Do the walk-up line for a nonUNC game

o Avoid the urge to follow Sidechat

o Drive through Cook-Out late night and order a milkshake

o Attend Me Too Monologues, All of the Above, or a Hoof ‘n’ Horn production

o Play an IM sport

o See a movie at the annual Full Frame Documentary Film Festival

o Treat yourself to noodles from Rose’s Meat and Sweets Shop

o Run around the East Campus loop

o Re-visit your freshman year dorm

o Explore the Duke Basketball Museum

o Get a Cosmic burrito after a long night out

o Take a Chapel selfie

o Travel to an away sporting event

o Devour chicken and waffles at Dame’s

o Go wild at beach week in Myrtle Beach

o Study in the Gothic Reading Room

o Explore the tunnels on East Campus

o Study at Cocoa Cinnamon

o Do a pre-O camp

o Climb to the top of the Chapel

o Hike to Eno Quarry and swim

o Challenge yourself through DukeEngage

o Enjoy Jazz at the Mary Lou Williams Center

o Taste authentic southern BBQ at Moe’s or Q-Shack

o Drink at The Krafthouse on food points

o Order in Jimmy John’s or Heavenly Buffaloes after 2 a.m.

o Catch a concert at Cat’s Cradle in Chapel Hil

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