It's Almost Turkey Time!

Just a few more weeks before Thanksgiving break! As the workload continues to ramp up, make sure to take some breaks and time for you.

Please, read on! This month’s newsletter has information about student organization requirements, contracts, leadership spotlights, and many new resources available to you!

Be sure to add mailer@campusgroups.com to your safe sender list so you don't miss any important student organization updates.

Table Of Contents

• Duke Rewind
• Organization Updates
  • 2024-2025 Student Organization Requirements
  • Reminder About Contracts
  • Leadership Spotlight
• Resources
  • Student Organization Resource Hub
  • Student Organization Advisor Network
  • Student Organization Consultations
  • Sharpen Your Leadership Skills with Free Workshops!
• Hidden Costs at Duke?
• Upcoming Events

Duke Rewind

With the upcoming election less than a week away, this month’s Duke Rewind features two 1970s brochures from the Duke University Democrats and the Duke Young Republicans. While both groups have had different iterations over the years, they have a long history of active engagement on campus, from organizing debates and rallies to promoting student-led campaigns and discussions on key political issues. These groups have often mobilized students around elections, encouraging civic engagement and voter participation across the Duke community. Let your voice be heard on Tuesday, November 5 or vote early!

To learn more about the history of past and current student groups, or to donate YOUR student group records, visit guides.library.duke.edu/studentgroups or contact me at rebecca.pattillo@duke.edu.

2024-2025 Student Organization Requirements

Below are the requirements for all undergraduate and graduate/professional RSOs. Failure to fulfill these requirements will result in probation and potential suspension of recognition.

• Complete the Annual Re-registration Form on Duke Groups
• Complete the Next Level Leadership Summit and Series
  • Send any student representative to the three (3) Series sessions during the 2024-2025 academic year
  • Check in with a DukeCard at the session
  • Complete the post-event survey for credit (deadline: May 11, 2025)
  • Any organization member is eligible to attend. This requirement does not have to completed solely by executive officers.
• Participate in Social Host training (only if hosting an event involving alcohol)
• Complete Finance Training (only Treasurers and Authorized Spenders)
• Participate in a Student Affairs Inclusivity training (available spring 2025)

Reminder About Contracts

Leadership Spotlight

We'd like to highlight two organizations for their attendance at the Next Level Leadership Series workshops! Check out the link in the resources tab to find a workshop that fits your schedule. Let's level up together!

Undergraduate Student Organization Highlight: Duke Swing Dance

Graduate Student Organization Highlight: Graduate Women's Wellness and Self Care

Student Organization Resource Hub

Have you ever needed help navigating Duke Groups or wanted a guide on planning an event? Check out the student organization resource hub. More resources will be added as they become available. 

Student Organization Advisor Network

If you are a student organization advisor and have questions, Student Involvement and Leadership is here to help. Take a look at our resource folder for advisors including some advising models, best practices, and information about being a responsible employee. If you would like to join our Teams channel, please email us a leadership@duke.edu. 

Student Organization Consultations

Do you need help with your student organization? Need advice on how to make your meetings more efficient? Are you trying to find ways to navigate university resources? Consider scheduling a meeting with our student organization consultants.

Sharpen Your Leadership Skills with Free Workshops!

The Next Level Leadership Series offers free 60 minute workshops, available to ALL students! With flexible times throughout the week, you can easily fit a session into your schedule. Learn essential skills like event planning, time management, conflict navigation, and more! Plus, by attending, you can help your student organization meet their yearly requirements.

Sign up today on DukeGroups or at tinyurl.com/nextlevelseries and take your leadership to the next level!

Hidden Costs at Duke?

The Office of Undergraduate Education and the Division of Student Affairs assembled a dedicated working group of faculty and staff to better understand the hidden costs of attending Duke. Our goal is to uncover and address unforeseen expenses that may impact the experience and success of our undergraduate students.  

Your insights are invaluable to this process. By participating in this survey, you’ll be helping us gain a clearer understanding of the costs you face as a Duke undergraduate. In turn, this knowledge will help us develop solutions that support all students equitably. We genuinely appreciate your candid responses and the time you take to share your experiences. Your response is confidential and will not be shared.  
 
Please follow this link to our student survey:  https://duke.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_d5MVpIshWfRUcPY. It should take approximately 3-5 minutes to complete. 

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