How the Trauma and Struggles of World War I Helped Shape the …
Nov 8, 2018 · To understand the trauma that made the Great War such a seminal event, start with the top headline from the Sunday Times, July 2, 1916. The day, in fact, did not go well for England. It was the opening of the Battle of the Somme. In one day, the British forces took on nearly 60,000 casualties, 20,000 of them dead.
Q&A: Why Inclusive Language Matters - Duke Today
May 25, 2021 · Inclusive language encompasses words and phrases that treat everyone equally and create a sense of belonging, said Hewitt, vice president for institutional equity at Duke. Inclusive language respects people of different genders, races, religions, sexual orientations, disabilities and other identities. Examples of inclusive language include:
Words of Welcome to Students During Orientation Week
Aug 22, 2019 · Look at all this food. And I’m not crying, you’re crying.’”. “A lot of what I needed to learn at Duke…was that it’s OK to ask for help. It’s something that is necessary for success.”. The welcomes also included social media messages. Here are covers of Instagram welcomes to law and Duke-NUS students.
Working@Duke - Duke Today
Duke Today is produced jointly by University Communications and Marketing and the Office of Communication Services (OCS). Articles are produced by staff and faculty across the university and health system to comprise a one-stop-shop for news from around Duke. Geoffrey Mock of University Communications is the editor of the 'News' edition.
Q&A: What is Privilege? - Duke Today
Feb 20, 2024 · Privilege is a fundamental concept within the realm of diversity, equity, and inclusion. It presents itself in a range of forms, encompassing socioeconomic, racial, gender, and heterosexual privileges. According to Royster, privileges are advantages that individuals frequently don't directly earn or select; instead, they stem from systemic ...
Three Years Later: How the Pandemic Changed Us - Duke Today
Mar 8, 2023 · The pandemic changed the way most of us lived. We learned how to work remotely or gained new appreciation for human connection. And, for the loved ones of the roughly 1 million Americans who died from the virus, life will forever feel incomplete. While the worst of the pandemic may be behind us, its effects linger.
Does Homework Improve Academic Achievement? | Duke Today
Sep 23, 2006 · Many school district policies state that high school students should expect about 30 minutes of homework for each academic course they take, a bit more for honors or advanced placement courses. These recommendations are consistent with the conclusions reached by our analysis. Practice assignments do improve scores on class tests at all grade ...
Duke Accepts 800 Early Decision Applicants
Dec 18, 2022 · Duke Accepts 800 Early Decision Applicants. On Saturday, 800 students learned they will be the first members of Duke University’s Class of 2027. Of these, 634 plan to enroll in the Trinity School of Arts & Sciences, and 166 in the Pratt School of Engineering, said Christoph Guttentag, dean of admissions. Guttentag said 745 of the admitted ...
Stiff, Achy Knees? Lab-Made Cartilage Gel Outperforms the Real …
Aug 11, 2022 · Duke researchers have developed a gel-based cartilage substitute to relieve achy knees that’s even stronger and more durable than the real thing. Clinical trials to start next year. Credit: Canva. DURHAM, N.C. -- Over-the-counter pain relievers, physical therapy, steroid injections -- some people have tried it all and are still dealing with ...
Duke Announces First Members of the Class of 2026
Dec 16, 2021 · Starting at 7 p.m. Thursday, 855 students will learn that they are the first members of Duke University’s Class of 2026. The students applied as Early Decision applicants, indicating that Duke is their first choice and committing to enroll at the university if admitted. Of these, 695 plan to enroll in the Trinity School of Arts & Sciences ...