Navigating Duke can be challenging. Who do you talk to? When? About what? Our Navigating Duke learning guide give you some guidance and tips to help you figure out some of those first steps. This guide is broken in to two sections: How To and Faculty & Advisors.
Your academic journey at Duke is supported by more than one person—it’s a network. Faculty, advisors, deans, instructors, and other mentors each bring a different perspective and set of resources. Knowing who to turn to, when, and how to start those conversations can make a big difference in your experience.
This section offers guidance on connecting with faculty, attending office hours, building your own advisory board, and recognizing when your dean is the right person to reach out to. Think of it as a roadmap for making the most of the people who are here to support you.
Read the full guideThese quick guides are designed to give you clear, practical strategies for navigating aspects of learning at Duke. From how to write an email - complete with templates to help you get started - to how to ask for a recommendation or start a study group, you’ll find step-by-step tips that help you approach challenges with confidence and make the most of your Duke experience.
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