Help keep kids off the street with this academic and athletic Saturday program in Harlem! Join Duke NY on Saturday, February 4, 10:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m. (and the first Saturday of every month) at Dunlevy Milbank Center, located at 118th Street between Fifth and Lenox Avenues, as we volunteer with the 7-11 year olds of Study Now-Play Later, a program designed to make learning and activities fun and motivating.
This month, volunteers will help the kids design Valentine's crafts and we will also build some toy airplanes in celebration of the Tuskegee Airmen. After the morning session, volunteers are invited to join Duke NY for a local lunch in the neighborhood.
For additional information, please click here.
Monday, January 30, 2012
Friday, January 27, 2012
Duke Celebrating 40 Years of Women’s Varsity Athletics
DURHAM -- The Blue Devils are celebrating 40
years of Women’s Varsity Athletics at Duke University this year. The Duke
Department of Athletics is paying tribute to the women whose pioneering efforts
laid the foundation for athletics to become and integral part of a woman’s
experience at Duke.
Duke Athletics is collaborating with the Duke Alumni Association, in conjunction with the “Winning Women: Advocates, Educators, Athletes” weekend to celebrate the 40th anniversary of Duke Women’s Athletics. The weekend will take place on February 23-26, 2012.
If you are a former Duke women’s varsity athlete, you may register for the weekend here. The weekend will be highlighted on Saturday February 25th at 6:30 P.M at the Duke Women’s Gala. The evening begins in the Hall of Honor with a “Walk Through History”, followed by cocktails and dinner in Scharf Hall.
The cost to attend the Gala is $75 per person. You may RSVP by contacting Carey Goodman at cgoodman@duaa.duke.edu by February 15.
Be sure to “Like” the 40th Celebration Facebook page and follow us on Twitter.
If you have any questions, please feel free to contact Carey Goodman at cgoodman@duaa.duke.edu.
Duke Athletics is collaborating with the Duke Alumni Association, in conjunction with the “Winning Women: Advocates, Educators, Athletes” weekend to celebrate the 40th anniversary of Duke Women’s Athletics. The weekend will take place on February 23-26, 2012.
If you are a former Duke women’s varsity athlete, you may register for the weekend here. The weekend will be highlighted on Saturday February 25th at 6:30 P.M at the Duke Women’s Gala. The evening begins in the Hall of Honor with a “Walk Through History”, followed by cocktails and dinner in Scharf Hall.
The cost to attend the Gala is $75 per person. You may RSVP by contacting Carey Goodman at cgoodman@duaa.duke.edu by February 15.
Be sure to “Like” the 40th Celebration Facebook page and follow us on Twitter.
If you have any questions, please feel free to contact Carey Goodman at cgoodman@duaa.duke.edu.
Thursday, January 26, 2012
Save the Date - Duke Alums Engage NYC - FREE Health and Fitness Day in Central Harlem
Duke Alums Engage NYC
FREE Community Health & Fitness Day in Central Harlem
Date: April 28, 2012
Time: 8:00AM - 4:00PM ET
Location: Dunlevy Milbank Boys & Girls Club
14-32 West 118th Street
New York, NY
Description: Duke NY will again partner with The Children’s Aid Society at their Dunlevy Milbank Community Center in Central Harlem to offer medical services, sports activities and wellness workshops as part of Duke Alums Engage. Last year 130 alumni, family and friends volunteered to help more than 300 adults and children in the Harlem community learn more about healthy living and the importance of staying active.
Duke Alums Engage is a Duke Alumni Association initiative that integrates the concepts of service-learning, civic engagement and reflection. Through this signature Duke program, alums are invited to examine and address the societal issues impacting their local communities. Learn more by clicking here.
FREE Community Health & Fitness Day in Central Harlem
Date: April 28, 2012
Time: 8:00AM - 4:00PM ET
Location: Dunlevy Milbank Boys & Girls Club
14-32 West 118th Street
New York, NY
Description: Duke NY will again partner with The Children’s Aid Society at their Dunlevy Milbank Community Center in Central Harlem to offer medical services, sports activities and wellness workshops as part of Duke Alums Engage. Last year 130 alumni, family and friends volunteered to help more than 300 adults and children in the Harlem community learn more about healthy living and the importance of staying active.
Duke Alums Engage is a Duke Alumni Association initiative that integrates the concepts of service-learning, civic engagement and reflection. Through this signature Duke program, alums are invited to examine and address the societal issues impacting their local communities. Learn more by clicking here.
Tuesday, January 24, 2012
Duke NY - Duke v. St. John's Hoops Watch (Westchester)
Date: Jan 28, 2012
Time: 12:00PM - 2:30PM ET
Location: Westchester Burger
275 South Ridge Street
Rye Brook, NY 10573
(914) 305-6095
Join fellow Duke alums and families in viewing the Blue Devils’ Men’s Basketball contest in Cameron Indoor Stadium seeking revenge against St. John’s for last year’s upset in Madison Square Garden. Duke NY has reserved a private room at Westchester Burger with dedicated TV/sound system where alums and parents can enjoy the food/beverage menu of this popular regional establishment.
For additional information or to make reservations, please click here.
Time: 12:00PM - 2:30PM ET
Location: Westchester Burger
275 South Ridge Street
Rye Brook, NY 10573
(914) 305-6095
Join fellow Duke alums and families in viewing the Blue Devils’ Men’s Basketball contest in Cameron Indoor Stadium seeking revenge against St. John’s for last year’s upset in Madison Square Garden. Duke NY has reserved a private room at Westchester Burger with dedicated TV/sound system where alums and parents can enjoy the food/beverage menu of this popular regional establishment.
For additional information or to make reservations, please click here.
Sunday, January 22, 2012
Duke NY - NYC Hoops Watch - Duke vs Maryland
Join Duke NY and your fellow alums as we watch the Men's Basketball team take on Maryland on Wednesday, January 25!
We will gather at 8:30 pm (tip-off is at 9:00 pm) at the Village Pourhouse downtown (64 Third Avenue at 11th Street) to watch the game and enjoy the following specials:
8:30 - 9:00 pm:
• FREE Bud/Bud Light*
9:00 - 11:00 pm:
• Drafts: $3 Bud Light, $5 Sam Adams
• Pitchers: $10 Bud Light
• Buckets: $25 domestic buckets (6 beers)
• Cocktails: 2-for-1 Vision Vodka cocktails or Pyrat Rum punch
• Shots: 901 Tequila shots (halftime only)
For additional information, please click here.
We will gather at 8:30 pm (tip-off is at 9:00 pm) at the Village Pourhouse downtown (64 Third Avenue at 11th Street) to watch the game and enjoy the following specials:
8:30 - 9:00 pm:
• FREE Bud/Bud Light*
9:00 - 11:00 pm:
• Drafts: $3 Bud Light, $5 Sam Adams
• Pitchers: $10 Bud Light
• Buckets: $25 domestic buckets (6 beers)
• Cocktails: 2-for-1 Vision Vodka cocktails or Pyrat Rum punch
• Shots: 901 Tequila shots (halftime only)
For additional information, please click here.
Thursday, January 19, 2012
Duke NY Book Club - The Great Gatsby by F. Scott Fitzgerald
| Event Title: | Duke NY Book Club The Great Gatsby by F. Scott Fitzgerald |
| Date: | Jan 23, 2012 |
| Time: | 7:00PM - 9:00PM ET |
| Location: | The Cornell Club - New York, 6 East 44th Street (Madison/Fifth Avenue) |
Join other Blue Devils every other month in discussing a new book, from the classics to the latest best sellers. Bring your thoughts, ideas and opinions on the latest selection. Duke NY Book Club meetings are held at 7:00 p.m. at The Cornell Club - New York (Tap Room or upstairs conference room, based upon number of RSVPs), 6 East 44th Street between Fifth and Madison Avenues. Non-Cornell Club members may order food and drink from the club’s menu during DCNY Book Club meetings. If you plan to attend, please RSVP at least 48 hours in advance to guarantee space.
For additional information and to RSVP, please click here.
Fannie Mitchell Exchange
February 4, 2012
Some of your fellow alumns will be involved in The Fannie Mitchell Exchange next month!!
The Fannie Mitchell Exchange is an on-campus event open to all Duke students that brings back over 50 alumni to share their career experiences. Students will have a chance to connect with alumni in casual settings, through small group discussions and individual conversations. FMX is a great way for students to learn more about various career fields and network with successful alumni. This is a rare opportunity for students to explore and learn about career options in a way that is personalized and unique to their specific interests and questions.
For additional information, please click here.
Tuesday, January 17, 2012
Duke NY - Volunteer at a Soup Kitchen
Help staff the soup kitchen and feed the hungry at St. John the Divine, Amsterdam Avenue at 112th Street.
Date: Jan 22, 2012
Time: 11:30AM - 2:30PM ET
Location: St. John the Divine, Amsterdam Avenue at 112th Street
For additional information, please click here.
Date: Jan 22, 2012
Time: 11:30AM - 2:30PM ET
Location: St. John the Divine, Amsterdam Avenue at 112th Street
For additional information, please click here.
Friday, January 13, 2012
2012 Haiti Service Trip
Through our ongoing relationship with Durham-based Family Health Ministries, a nonprofit dedicated to improving health in Haiti, the DAA will send a second group to Haiti in May 2012. Our group will help provide medical care at FHM’s clinic, located in the Blanchard community of Port au Prince. Building on our successful efforts last year, DAA invites Duke alumni and friends, with medical or nonmedical backgrounds, to participate.
Price: $900 plus airfare
Date: May 19 - 27th
For additional information, please go here.
Price: $900 plus airfare
Date: May 19 - 27th
For additional information, please go here.
Sunday, January 8, 2012
One-Woman Show About Iraq Refugees to Debut at Duke Jan. 8
Durham, NC - Kim Schultz, a New York City-based actress and playwright, will deliver a performance of "No Place Called Home," her critically acclaimed off-Broadway show about Iraqi refugees, at Duke University on Jan. 8.
The performance, which is free and open to the public, begins at 7 p.m. in the Geneen Auditorium at the Fuqua School of Business. Doors will open at 6:30 pm.
Featuring music by singer/songwriter Amikaeyla Gaston, "No Place Called Home" tells the stories of eleven displaced Iraqis whom Schultz and Gaston interviewed on a whirlwind overseas research trip -- and one of whom Schultz fell in love with.
To read more about this performance, click here.
The performance, which is free and open to the public, begins at 7 p.m. in the Geneen Auditorium at the Fuqua School of Business. Doors will open at 6:30 pm.
Featuring music by singer/songwriter Amikaeyla Gaston, "No Place Called Home" tells the stories of eleven displaced Iraqis whom Schultz and Gaston interviewed on a whirlwind overseas research trip -- and one of whom Schultz fell in love with.
To read more about this performance, click here.
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