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Apache Pilot Turned Leadership Expert

Shannon Polson '93

Founder of GRIT Institute and former U.S. Army Apache helicopter pilot, exemplifies courage, tenacity and perseverance. Her experience in the army provided her with a foundation to learn, develop and design a leadership training platform for individuals and companies.

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A New Home on Campus

Located at the gateway of campus, at the corner of Chapel Drive and Duke University Road, the Karsh Alumni and Visitors Center is the first stop for alumni like you returning to campus.

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Upcoming Events

On Campus

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50th Anniversary of Black Students at Duke Speaker Series

January 30, 2020

Hear from Candis Watts Smith '06, AM'08, PhD'11, an associate professor of political science and African American Studies at Pennsylvania State University and co-author of Stay Woke: A People's Guide to Making Black Lives Matter. Professor Smith's expertise highlights race and ethnicity's role in shaping the American political landscape.

Regional Events

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Bleed Blue on #DukeDay

March 7, 2020

The Duke men's basketball team faces off with UNC in Cameron on March 7, so put on your best Duke blue, head to your regional game watch and post a selfie with #DukeDay. There are also plenty of game watches throughout the season – click the link above to find one near you!

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Duke Reunions 2020

Book your travel for Reunions Weekend on April 17-19, 2020, celebrating undergraduate alumni who graduated in the '00's and '05's. Add your name to the planning to attend list, view hotel information and check out the weekend preview on your class page. Registration opens early March.

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Women's Weekend 2020
February 20-22

Never Stop Learning

DAA is your resource for a lifetime of intellectual stimulation. Explore our upcoming opportunities.

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Barging from Bruges to Amsterdam
May 16 - 23, 2020

Duke Travels

Immerse yourself in exotic cultures, ideas, sights and adventures. Explore the world with Duke.

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Alumni Benefits

Enjoy all the exciting benefits available exclusively for Duke alumni.

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Duke Will

Read more about President Price's new strategic framework for the university.

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Benefits of a Network

Use Duke networks and career advisors to boost your course.

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