The Duke University Podcast
Weekly news at Duke University
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Hey Blue Devils, it's Jenny with your Campus Update for December 8 through December 15. Let's get you set for the week—fast.
First up—Duke's football team clinched the ACC Championship with a thrilling 27-20 overtime victory against No. 16 Virginia. This marks our first outright ACC title since 1962.
Next, our men's basketball team remains undefeated at 10-0 after a hard-fought 66-60 win over No. 7 Michigan State. Cameron Booz...
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Hey Blue Devils, it's Jenny with your Campus Update for December 1 through December 8. Let's get you set for the week—fast.
First up—classes resume today, Monday, December 1, at 8:30 a.m., so shake off that turkey coma and get back into the groove.
Next, the last day of classes is this Friday, December 5. That means reading period kicks off Saturday, December 6, giving you a few days to prep before finals begin on December 10. ...
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Hey Blue Devils, it's Jenny with your Campus Update for November 24 through December 1. Let's get you set for the week—fast.
First up—Thanksgiving break is here! University holidays are Thursday, November 27, and Friday, November 28. Enjoy the time off, and safe travels if you're heading out.
Next, the Duke Campus Farm is hosting a Holiday Market on Monday, November 24, from 2:30 to 5:30 p.m. Swing by for fresh produce and fes...
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November 17, 2025 • 2 mins
Hey Blue Devils, it's Jenny with your Campus Update for November 17 through November 24. Let's get you set for the week—fast.
First up—the flu vaccination compliance deadline is Tuesday, November 18. Make sure you've received your shot to stay healthy and meet university requirements.
Next—the CEE Seminar titled "The Brain in Motion: Measurements of Brain Mechanical Behavior in Vivo by MRI" is happening today, November 17, at n...
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November 10, 2025 • 2 mins
Hey Blue Devils, it's Jenny with your Campus Update for November 10 through November 17. Let's get you set for the week—fast.
First up—the "Invented at Duke" event is happening Tuesday, November 11, from 4:30 to 7 p.m. This annual celebration showcases Duke inventors and their breakthroughs. President Vincent E. Price and Professor Ken Gall will be speaking. It's a great chance to see innovation in action.
Next—on Thursday, No...
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Hey Blue Devils, it's Jenny with your Campus Update for November 3 through November 10. Let's get you set for the week—fast.
First up—Energy Week kicks off today and runs through Friday. Don't miss the 2025 Energy Conference on Wednesday at the Fuqua School of Business. It's a prime opportunity to network and learn about the future of energy.
Next—DEMAN Weekend is happening this Friday and Saturday. Join fellow students and al...
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Hey Blue Devils, it's Jenny with your Campus Update for October 27 through November 3. Let's get you set for the week—fast.
First up—the Duke Climate Commitment Fall 2025 Town Hall is happening Wednesday, October 29, from 6 to 8 p.m. at the Ahmadieh Family Auditorium in Gross Hall. This is your chance to learn about Duke's climate plans and get involved. Food will be served, but you need to register in advance.
Next, if you're...
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October 20, 2025 • 2 mins
Hey Blue Devils, it's Jenny with your Campus Update for October 20 through October 27. Let's get you set for the week—fast.
First up—the "Quiet Relations: A Sound Studies Symposium" kicks off today at 9:30 a.m. in Smith Warehouse, Bay 4, C105. This two-day event delves into the nuances of sound studies. If you're into music, culture, or just curious, it's a must-attend.
Next—on Monday, October 20, from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m., swing ...
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Hey Blue Devils, it's Jenny with your Campus Update for October 13 through October 20. Let's get you set for the week—fast.
First up—the Nasher Museum is celebrating its 20th anniversary this Saturday, October 18, from noon to 7 p.m. Expect art-making stations, interactive experiences, and a performance by Grammy-winning producer 9th Wonder at 5 p.m. It's a great way to immerse yourself in Duke's vibrant art scene.
Next—the "Bu...
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Hey Blue Devils, it's Jenny with your Campus Update for October 6 through October 13. Let's get you set for the week—fast.
First up—Open Enrollment for 2026 medical benefits is underway from October 6 to October 24. Make sure to review your options and enroll before the deadline.
Next—Flu vaccination season kicks off on October 9. Stay healthy and protect those around you by getting your shot.
And—Hispanic Heritage Month conti...
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Hey Blue Devils, it's Jenny with your Campus Update for September 29 through October 6. Let's get you set for the week—fast.
First up—Open Enrollment for 2026 medical benefits kicks off October 6 and runs through October 24. Make sure to review your options and enroll on time.
Next—Flu vaccination season launches October 9. Stay healthy and protect our community by getting your shot.
And—The Duke Cardiac Imaging Symposium is h...
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Good afternoon, Blue Devils! It's Monday, September 22, 2025, and here's what's happening around Duke University.
Today in Durham, expect mostly sunny skies with a high of 82°F (28°C). As the evening approaches, temperatures will cool down to the mid-60s. A perfect day to enjoy the outdoors!
On September 8, the Duke SPACE Initiative—Science and Policy to Advance Cosmic Exploration—officially launched. The event featured astro...
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Good morning, Blue Devils! It's Monday, September 15, 2025, and here's what's happening at Duke University.
Craig Albanese, CEO of Duke University Health System, has announced his departure effective September 30. He will assume the role of President at Kaiser Permanente. Albanese expressed gratitude for his time at Duke and confidence in the team's continued success.
Mark your calendars for September 19-21 as Duke celebrate...
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Good afternoon, Blue Devils! It's Monday, September 8th, and here's what's happening at Duke University.
Currently in Durham, it's sunny with a temperature of 61 degrees Fahrenheit. Expect mostly cloudy skies this morning, transitioning to mostly sunny conditions by the afternoon, with temperatures reaching a high of 78 degrees.
Duke University has launched a pilot project in collaboration with OpenAI to study the effects of ...
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Hello, Blue Devils! Welcome back to campus. Here's what's happening at Duke University as we kick off September.
The Trump administration has initiated federal investigations into Duke University and Duke Health, alleging systemic racial discrimination in hiring, admissions, and scholarship practices. As a result, the National Institutes of Health has frozen $108 million in federal research funding to Duke. The administration de...
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Good afternoon, Blue Devils! It's Monday, August 25, 2025, and here's what's happening at Duke University.
In an unexpected move, Duke has reopened its waitlist, enrolling approximately 50 additional students into the Class of 2029. This decision, announced less than two weeks before first-year move-in on August 16, aims to align the class size with recent trends. Interim Dean of Undergraduate Admissions, Kathy Phillips, cited f...
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Good afternoon, Blue Devils! It's Monday, August 18, 2025, and here's what's happening at Duke University.
Currently in Durham, it's sunny with a temperature of 80 degrees Fahrenheit. Expect mostly sunny skies throughout the day, with a high reaching 89 degrees by mid-afternoon. There's a chance of thunderstorms around 2 PM, so keep an umbrella handy if you're heading out.
Duke University is facing significant federal funding...
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Good afternoon, Blue Devils! It's Monday, August 11, 2025, and here's what's happening at Duke University.
Duke University is currently under federal investigation by the U.S. Department of Education and the Department of Health and Human Services. The probes focus on alleged racial discrimination in admissions and hiring practices. As a result, the Trump administration has frozen $108 million in federal research funding to Duke...
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Good afternoon, Blue Devils! It's Monday, August 4, 2025, and here's what's happening at Duke University.
The U.S. Department of Education has initiated a civil rights investigation into Duke University and the Duke Law Journal over allegations of race-based discrimination in editor selection practices. The probe focuses on claims that the university used race, color, and national origin as factors in selecting law journal membe...
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