Duke University School of Nursing is celebrating a historic milestone for nursing leadership globally. Six nurse experts from Rwanda have graduated with their Doctor of Nursing Practice (DNP) degrees and are the first known DNP graduates in Rwanda and on the African continent.
DNP‑prepared nurses…
Dr Jessica Szydlowski earned her BS in Neuroscience and Philosophy from the University of Miami, her BSN in Nursing from Mount Saint Mary College, and her MSN in Nurse Anesthesia and DNP from Columbia University. Since 2020, she has made significant contributions to DUSON in roles clinical…
As interim assistant dean of the ABSN Program, Dr. Gedzyk-Nieman is committed to continuing the program’s high standards while also building new, innovative opportunities for practice-ready nurses of the future. Dr. Gedzyk-Nieman has been developing rewarding educational experiences for nursing…
Benjamin Smallheer, PhD, RN, ACNP-BC, FNP-BC, CCRN, CNE, FAANP joined DUSON’s faculty on August 15, 2016. He is the Lead Faculty for the Adult Gerontology Nurse Practitioner-Acute Care major within the MSN program and a member of the Healthcare in Adult Populations Division.
Smallheer earned his…
Stephanie Brogdon, DNP, CRNA, who will serve as the new director for the nurse anesthesia DNP program, specializes in nurse anesthesia with a focus on trauma, obstetrics, and pediatric care. Her professional interests include advancing anesthesia education, simulation-based…
Nephrology Grand Rounds are the primary teaching conference of the Division of
Nephrology. Both clinical and basic science topics pertinent to nephrology are
presented at this conference. Each fellow, guided by a faculty-mentor, will
present once a year. Speakers from outside the…
Nephrology. Both clinical and basic science topics pertinent to nephrology are
presented at this conference. Each fellow, guided by a faculty-mentor, will
present once a year. Speakers from outside the…
Join us at the Durham County Main Library to hear Duke Professor of Political Science Candis Watts Smith discuss her recent book, Black Evidence: A History and a Warning (2026, W.W. Norton). The conversation will be facilitated by Professor Tyson Brown, Director of the Samuel DuBois Cook Center on…
Join Jewish Life at Duke at 5:30 pm for a pluralistic Kabbalat Shabbat service, followed by a free, family-style kosher dinner at 6:30pm. Buses to West Campus will leave from the Freeman Center for Jewish Life at 7:20pm for the class of 2030 photo. RSVP by Friday at noon by texting "SHABBAT" to 984…
Join Jewish Life at Duke at 6:00 pm for a pluralistic Kabbalat Shabbat service, followed by a free, family-style kosher dinner at 7:00pm. RSVP by Friday at noon by texting "SHABBAT" to 984-333-5603. Food provided (The Freeman Center Cafe will be providing a full kosher meal for all students.)
Join Jewish Life at Duke at 6:00 pm for a pluralistic Kabbalat Shabbat service, followed by a free, family-style kosher dinner at 7:00pm. RSVP by Friday at noon by texting "SHABBAT" to 984-333-5603. Food provided (The Freeman Center Cafe will be providing a full kosher meal for all students.)
In an era of declining trust in medicine, science, and healthcare institutions, there is good reason to consider how to foster a more public conversation about the aims, goals, and ethics of medicine. Bioethics is not something that belongs only to academics, physicians, and policymakers but to…
Every Thursday at 10 a.m., add some movement to your mindfulness practice with Mindful Movement. The 15-minute Zoom sessions will combine movement, breathwork, visualization and intention to create a moving meditation practice that enhances relaxation and improves well-being. Drop in for an…
Critical Care Grand Rounds occurs via Zoom on Thursdays from 12:00 pm - 1:00 pm EST, and is led by Drs. Vijay Krishnamoorthy and Nazish Hashmi.
Join us for the Duke Farmers Market! Here you can:
Find farm fresh fruits, vegetables, and other local goods at a convenient location.
Enjoy a relaxed atmosphere while learning about local food systems and how eating sustainably can positively impact your health.
Support local farmers…
Enjoy a relaxed atmosphere while learning about local food systems and how eating sustainably can positively impact your health.
Support local farmers…
Join the Center for Jewish Studies Fall 2026 welcome reception which will also celebrate the recent publications of Duke faculty members Kata Gellen and Daniel Herskowitz. Dinner will be provided.
Kata Gellen, Galicia as a Literary Idea: Jewish Eastern Europe in the Writings of Joseph Roth and…
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Duke Personal Assistance Service (PAS) provides a Mini Mental Makeover session each month through Health Matters. These sessions allow you space to slow down, reflect, and grow in gratitude in an online group setting. The Mini Mental Makeovers are led by Laurie Kovens, a Senior EAP Counselor with…
Department of Anesthesiology Grand Rounds on Wednesdays from 7 to 8am. | This activity has been planned and implemented by the Duke University Health System Department of Clinical Education and Professional Development and for the advancement of patient care. The Duke University Health System…
Every Tuesday at 2 p.m., take a moment to relax, recharge, and re-center yourself with Mindful Moment, a group mindfulness program offered by LIVE FOR LIFE. During these quick, 15-minute sessions, you'll learn and practice simple breathing and mindfulness techniques that can reduce stress, increase…
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Join us for an interactive event organized by ASIST.…
For Reesa Eliza Artz ’24, nursing has never been confined to the walls of a hospital. As a school nurse, PhD student, doula, advocate, and community leader, she approaches every role through a holistic lens grounded in trust, connection, and equity.A Chippewa Cree tribal member…
Join horticulture staff and experienced volunteers on a walk around the Blomquist Garden of Native Plants to learn about connections between people, plants and place. Each month will feature a different seasonal topic related to gardening with native plants.
Make the most of your lunch break with Monday Moves! From 12:30-12:50 PM every Monday, you can participate in online guided stretch breaks with the LIVE FOR LIFE Fitness Team to benefit your mental and physical health!
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Reserve your seat in the virtual Research Integrity…
The Duke Center for Community-Engaged Scholarship invites you to table at the Duke Community-Engaged Internship & Fellowship Program Showcase and Open House on Thursday, August 27, 2026.
The Open House provides an opportunity to connect with students, faculty, staff, community partners, alumni…