We hope you join us for virtual programs that will introduce you to life at Duke. During our events, you will have the opportunity to hear from our outstanding faculty, connect with current students, and get to know fellow future Blue Devils.

For event access, visit your CHOOSE DUKE! PORTAL HERE.

Our virtual events require no registration. We hope you’ll attend as many as you are able. Some events will be recorded, and links to recordings will be posted in the portal.

All events will be held in Eastern Time. If you are in a different time zone, you can calculate when the webinar will begin using a time zone converter.

Welcome Party for Students
Saturday, March 30
7:00 – 8:00 p.m. Eastern Time

Affording Duke
Monday, April 1
7:00 – 8:00 p.m. Eastern Time

Welcome to Duke Address for Students and Families
Thursday, April 4
7:00 – 8:00 p.m. Eastern Time

Parent Panel
Sunday, April 7
7:00 – 8:00 p.m. Eastern Time

The Focus Program
Monday, April 8
7:00 – 8:00 p.m. Eastern Time

Gap Year Opportunities
Tuesday, April 9
7:00 – 8:00 p.m. Eastern Time

Exploring Beyond Duke with Global Education
Wednesday, April 10
7:00 – 8:00 p.m. Eastern Time

Academic Support at Duke
Thursday, April 11
7:00 – 8:00 p.m. Eastern Time

Prehealth Advising at Duke
Monday, April 15
5:00 – 6:00 p.m Eastern Time

Residence Life & QuadEx
Monday, April 15
7:00 – 8:00 p.m. Eastern Time

DukeEngage
Tuesday, April 16
7:00 – 8:00 p.m. Eastern Time

Participant Accommodation Requests: Duke University encourages persons with disabilities to participate in its programs and activities. If you anticipate needing accommodations to participate in our virtual events, please contact Idella Hackett at [email protected] or 919-684-3214 in advance of your participation.

Approximately 20% of Duke undergraduates are the first in their families to attend a 4-year college or come to Duke from limited-income backgrounds.

Join current Duke students online and on campus in collaboration with DukeLIFE to learn more about what it’s like to be a first-generation college student and/or low-income student at Duke and in Durham. Families are encouraged to attend as well.

If you are interested in receiving information about the first-generation college and/or low-income (1GLI) community at Duke, please click the opt-in check box in your Choose Duke! Portal. Please note, you may receive 1GLI-related communications from Duke Undergraduate Admissions, but your information will not be shared outside of the admissions office.

Virtual DukeLIFE events will be held Monday, April 8 – Thursday, April 11, 2024. In-person events will be held Thursday, April 19; Friday, April 20; or Monday, April 22, 2024.

For event information, visit your CHOOSE DUKE! PORTAL HERE.

Questions? Email Beverly Rudolph, Administrative Coordinator. Phone: 919-684-2886

Visitor Accommodation Requests: Duke University encourages persons with disabilities to participate in its programs and activities.  If you anticipate needing accommodations in order to participate in our virtual event, please contact Idella Hackett at [email protected] or 919-684-3214 in advance of your participation.

For event access, visit your CHOOSE DUKE! PORTAL HERE.

All events will be held in Eastern Time. If you are in a different time zone, you can calculate when the webinar will begin using a time zone converter.

@DukeLIFEOffice Student Instagram Takeovers
April 8-12
All week

Real Talk with Current LIFE students
Monday, April 8
6:00 – 7:00 p.m. Eastern Time

The Value of a Duke Degree: Recent Alumni Panel
Tuesday, April 9
6:00 – 7:00 p.m. Eastern Time

Parents Weigh In
Wednesday, April 10
6:00 – 7:00 p.m. Eastern Time

Financial Aid Information Session for 1GLI Students
Thursday, April 11
6:00 – 7:00 p.m. Eastern Time

DukeLIFE events take place during Blue Devil Days. 

Blue Devil Days Tabling
April 18, 19, or 22
7:30 – 9:30 a.m.
Bryan Center
West Campus, Duke University

Observe Class with a LIFE Student
April 18, 19, or 22
Duke University
*This opportunity is separate from the Academic Experiences in the Blue Devil Days schedule

DukeLIFE Student Panel
April 18 in Old Chemistry 116
April 19 in Gross Hall 103
3:00 – 4:00 p.m.
West Campus, Duke University

DukeLIFE Dinner
April 18 in Gilbert-Addoms Residence Hall basement (“GA DownUnder”)
April 19 & 22 in Marketplace, Upper East Side Room
5:30 – 7:30 p.m.
East Campus, Duke University

The Asian/American Pacific Islander Showcase will be held Thursday, April 18; Friday, April 19; or Monday, April 22, 2024.

Join current and prospective students to learn more about the Asian/American Pacific Islander community at Duke. This Showcase includes several opportunities to connect with current students and other members of the Duke community. This event is for students only.

Questions? Email Mary Dragich, Staff Assistant. Phone: 919-684-0187

Visitor Accommodation Requests: Duke University encourages persons with disabilities to participate in its programs and activities.  If you anticipate needing accommodations in order to participate in our virtual event, please contact Idella Hackett at [email protected] or 919-684-3214 in advance of your participation.

AAPI events take place during Blue Devil Days. 

AAPI Lunch & Learn Session
April 18, 19, or 22
11:30 a.m. – 2:00 p.m. Eastern Time
Marketplace
East Campus, Duke University
* Register for lunch when you register for Blue Devil Days

BASE Space Open House
April 18, 19, or 22
4:00 – 5:30 p.m. Eastern Time
Bryan Center, Lower-Level, Room 037A
West Campus, Duke University

Asian/Pacific Studies Institute presents: “Sura: A Love Song”
Thursday, April 18
7:00 – 9:30 p.m. Eastern Time
Richard White Lecture Hall, Room 107
East Campus, Duke University
*For more information about this film screening, please visit the Asian/Pacific Studies Institute website.

The Black Student Alliance Invitational (BSAI) events will be held Wednesday, April 17 – Friday, April 19, 2024.

Join the Mary Lou Williams Center for Black Culture and the Black Student Alliance for an immersive introduction to Duke from the perspective of our diverse Black community. This event is for students only.

Experience Duke firsthand with students from Duke’s Black Affinity organizations, such as the Black Student Alliance, DukeAFRICA, National Society of Black Engineers, Black in Business, Students of the Caribbean Association, United in Praise, Duke Ethiopian Transnational Association, Black Men/Women Union, National Panhellenic Council, and more!

For event information, visit your CHOOSE DUKE! PORTAL HERE.

Questions? Email Cassidy Mills, Assistant Director. Phone: 919-684-0157

Visitor Accommodation Requests: Duke University encourages persons with disabilities to participate in its programs and activities. If you anticipate needing accommodations in order to participate in our online webinar-style event, please contact Idella Hackett at [email protected] or (919) 684-3214 in advance of your participation.

WEDNESDAY, APRIL 17

Arrival & Registration
Mary Lou Williams Center for Black Culture
Flowers Building, West Campus

Welcome Dinner
Wednesday, April 17.
Karsh Alumni & Visitors Center
West Campus

THURSDAY, APRIL 18

Drop-In Hours for the Financial Aid Office
9:30 a.m. – 12 p.m. & 2:30 – 4:30 p.m.
2127 Campus Dr, West Campus

Building Your Village: Multicultural Faculty and Staff Mixer
Presented by Duke Student Affairs
Washington Duke Inn, Presidential Room, West Campus

STEM Panel and Tour of Engineering Facilities
Presented by the National Society of Black Engineers (NSBE)
Engineering Quad, West Campus

Lunch with the Lou
Mary Lou Williams Center for Black Culture
Flowers Building, West Campus

“What’s the Real Deal?” Student Forum
Presented by Black Women’s Union
Physics 128, West Campus

DukeLIFE Student Panel
Presented by the DukeLIFE Office
Old Chemistry 116, West Campus

Black Affinity Group & Ice Cream Social
Presented by the Mitchell-White House Living and Learning Community
West Campus

BSA Academic Enrichment Fair
Presented by Black Student Alliance
East Campus

Food Truck Rodeo + NPHC Stroll Showcase
Presented by Duke Undergraduate Admissions & National Pan-Hellenic Council (NPHC)
East Campus Backyard, East Campus

Black Student Alliance Bash
Scharf Hall, West Campus

FRIDAY, APRIL 19

Panel Discussion with Sanford School of Public Policy Professors
Presented by Sanford School of Public Policy
Brunch will be provided
Sanford School of Public Policy Room 04, West Campus

Drop-In Hours for the Financial Aid Office
11:30 a.m. – 12:45 p.m. & 2:00 – 3:30 p.m.
Bryan Center, West Campus

Latinx Student Recruitment Weekend (LSRW) will be held Thursday, April 18 – Sunday, April 21, 2024.

Join us for an immersive introduction to Duke from the perspective of our diverse Latinx community. This event is for students only; LSRW attendees do not need to register for Blue Devil Days on April 19.

Experience Duke firsthand with our outstanding students from across the country, meet engaging faculty who will teach your classes, tour our facilities, and learn more about our specific Latinx community. We know that once you have spent this weekend with us, you will understand what it means to be a Blue Devil.

For event information, visit your CHOOSE DUKE! PORTAL HERE.

Questions? Email Fausto Paguada, Senior Admissions Officer. Phone: 919-684-0153

Visitor Accommodation Requests: Duke University encourages persons with disabilities to participate in its programs and activities.  If you anticipate needing accommodations in order to participate in our virtual events, please contact Idella Hackett at [email protected] or 919-684-3214 in advance of your participation.

THURSDAY, APRIL 18

Arrival & Registration
Mary Lou Williams Center
West Campus

Academic Opportunities
Duke University

Welcome Reception & Dinner
Scharf Hall
West Campus, Duke University

Game Night
GA DownUnder, Gilbert-Addoms Dorm
East Campus, Duke University

FRIDAY, APRIL 19

Blue Devil Days Programming
Duke University

LSRW Olympics (optional)
East Duke Lawn, East Campus

Dinner on Your Own
Marketplace, East Campus

Real Talk Student Panel
White Lecture Hall
East Campus

SATURDAY, APRIL 20

Faculty-Alumni Breakfast
GA DownUnder, Gilbert-Addoms Dorm
East Campus, Duke University

Affinity Group Open House
Keohane Atrium, Keohane Quad
West Campus, Duke University

Mezcla Cultural Showcase
Bryan Center Plaza
West Campus, Duke University

Documentary Screening (optional)
McClendon Commons, West Campus

Farewell Bash
Scharf Hall
West Campus, Duke University

SUNDAY, APRIL 21

Sunday Worship Service (optional)
Duke Chapel, West Campus

Native American & Indigenous Admitted Student Invitational (NAISI) will be held Friday, April 19 – Sunday, April 21, 2024.

Join us for an immersive introduction to Duke from the perspective of our Native and Indigenous community. This event is for students only.

Hosted by the Native American and Indigenous Student Alliance (NAISA), faculty, alumni, and other Duke community members, learn what it’s like to be Native American and Indigenous on Duke’s campus. We hope to answer any questions you may have, and importantly, we want to introduce you to the network that exists to support you through your educational journey as a Blue Devil.

For event information, visit your CHOOSE DUKE! PORTAL HERE.

Questions? Email Nasya Bernard-Lucien, Admissions Officer. Phone: 919-684-0156

Visitor Accommodation Requests: Duke University encourages persons with disabilities to participate in its programs and activities.  If you anticipate needing accommodations in order to participate in our virtual events, please contact Idella Hackett at [email protected] or 919-684-3214 in advance of your participation.

FRIDAY, APRIL 19

Dinner with NAISA
Duke Gardens
West Campus, Duke University

Blue Devil Beading Night
Student Wellness Center
West Campus, Duke University

SATURDAY, APRIL 20

Alumni Panel & Breakfast
Rubenstein Library
West Campus, Duke University

Explore Campus
West Campus, Duke University

Lunch
Brodhead Center
West Campus, Duke University

NAISI Real Talk
Center for Multicultural Affairs: Wekit
Bryan Center, bottom floor
West Campus, Duke University
Directions: Located on the bottom floor of the Bryan Center near the elevators, this space is dedicated to the Native American and Indigenous student community at Duke.

NAISI Bite Bash
Gothic Grill, Bryan Center
West Campus, Duke University

Game Night
Center for Multicultural Affairs: Wekit
Bryan Center, bottom floor
West Campus, Duke University

SUNDAY, APRIL 21

Farewell Breakfast
Keohane Atrium
West Campus, Duke University

PRIDE Invitational will be held Thursday, April 18; Friday, April 19; or Monday, April 22, 2024.

Join current and prospective LGBTQIA+ students and learn about all the Duke Community offers. Programming includes events hosted by the Center for Sexual & Gender Diversity (CSGD).

For event information, visit your CHOOSE DUKE! PORTAL HERE.

Questions? Email Bucky Holmes, Assistant Director. Phone: 919-684-0249

Visitor Accommodation Requests: Duke University encourages persons with disabilities to participate in its programs and activities.  If you anticipate needing accommodations in order to participate in our virtual events, please contact Idella Hackett at [email protected] or 919-684-3214 in advance of your participation.

PRIDE events take place during Blue Devil Days. 

Lunch at Marketplace
April 18, 19, or 22
Marketplace, East Campus

FRIDAY, APRIL 19

CSGD Presents: Kickback Fridays
Weekly social hour with current students
Center for Sexual & Gender Diversity
Bryan Center, West Campus

How do I register?

Go to your Choose Duke! portal. You’ll see links to register for each program. Note that the AAPI Showcase, Pride, and DukeLIFE Dinners are featured on the Blue Devil Days registration page.

When should I register?

Register as soon as possible as space is limited for some programs/dates. Please do not make travel plans until you have registered to attend and have received a registration confirmation.

If I register for one program must I register for others I plan to attend?

For students who wish to attend BSAI, LSRW, or NAISI, you must register separately even if you register for another program.

LSRW attendees do not need to register for Blue Devil Days on April 19 because some of the Blue Devil Days programming is built into the LSRW agenda.

You can register for DukeLIFE, AAPI Showcase, and PRIDE on the Blue Devil Days registration form. Most events will be the same for each Blue Devil Day event.

The date I want to attend is full. What can I do?

Due to limited capacity in our event venues we are required to limit attendance for each program. Please choose another date or program. 

If you cannot visit us for an admitted student event but plan to visit campus Monday – Friday in April, please email us in advance if campus tours are full so that we may accommodate you. Visitors may download the Duke Admissions Tour app, now available for iPhone and Android users.

May students attend any program?

Yes! While some are designed to introduce you to specific communities at Duke, anyone interested in those communities is welcome to attend. Please note that AAPI Showcase, Pride, and DukeLIFE Dinners are held during Blue Devil Days. BSAI, LSRW, and NAISI are stand-alone programs and are reserved for students only. 

Who else may attend the events?

Admitted students are invited to attend any events. Families are welcome to attend any program that is not designated as students-only. Due to limited capacity, each student will be able to register no more than two guests for Blue Devil Days.

May I attend more than one program?

Yes! You are welcome to attend any and all programs that interest you. If you are hoping to attend one of our three-day affinity programs and also want to attend Blue Devil Days, please consult the program sites for more guidance. 

How do I indicate that I need visitor accommodations? 

Duke University encourages persons with disabilities to participate in its programs and activities. If you anticipate needing accommodations in order to participate in our virtual events, please contact Idella Hackett at [email protected] or 919-684-3214 in advance of your participation.

Does Duke provide travel funding for students with financial need?

Students determined to have significant financial need have been offered travel support through our Duke Bound program. We also have a limited amount of funding for students who applied for financial aid but have not yet received their financial aid package. For more information, please consult the instructions on the sites for the program you plan to attend.