Major Moment
For Recently Declared Majors
Recently declared your major? Want to get to know your new department and peers better? Look no further than Major Moment! This new Duke Student Government program will pair sophomores with upperclassmen in their major departments and foster authentic connections through meetups and events. If you want to learn about classes, career paths, study abroad, and more from the perspective of someone farther along your chosen academic path, this is the perfect opportunity! All declared sophomores are eligible; please fill out this form if interested.
Juniors and seniors looking for a flexible opportunity to mentor students and provide guidance are invited to sign up as Major Moment mentors! You can sign up here.
Pairs will be assigned based on the details in the form, including majors, minors, professional interests, and more. If you have any questions, contact Alessandro Dal Bon (alessandro.dalbon@duke.edu) and Ahilan Eraniyan (ahilan.eraniyan@duke.edu).
IRiSS Predoctoral Researchers Program
The Predoctoral Researchers Program at the Stanford Institute for Research in the Social Sciences (IRiSS Predoc Program) provides early-career scholars an opportunity to work directly with a faculty mentor to contribute to cutting-edge social science research. During the program year, participants will develop research skills, explore academic research careers, and network with a multidisciplinary community of scholars.
IRiSS offers a welcoming and inclusive environment for scholars from diverse backgrounds.
2025–26 IRiSS Predoc Program
IRiSS Predoctoral Researchers will be appointed for one year, beginning in July 2025, with the possibility of renewal for one additional year.
IRiSS Predocs are expected to spend 90% to 95% of their time engaged in research. A small component of their time will be set aside for program orientation, research training, sharing research findings, and professional development. IRiSS Predocs are hired as non-exempt, social science research staff. They will be eligible for standard staff benefits.
Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis, and must be submitted by March 17, 2025. Learn more about the program and requirements.
Duke Justice Project Reentry Simulation
Rebuilding a life after incarceration is difficult. How difficult? Join us on Saturday, March 1st at Brodie Gym’s upper courts on Duke's East Campus from 1 to 4 p.m. to experience it for yourself at our Reentry Simulation. This immersive, three-hour event is being put on by the Duke Justice Project and OurJourney, a North Carolina non-profit founded by formerly incarcerated people. Attendees will essentially play a "role-playing game," in which they adopt the persona of a recently released formerly incarcerated person, and learn how hard it is to navigate the world and the barriers that people face when they leave prison. There will be time at the end for sharing and hearing from speakers who have experience with the prison system.
Parking is free and lunch will be provided!
Duke Career Center
Internship Funding Application is Open
Through the generosity of corporate, individual, and class donors, we can offer undergraduate students who accept unpaid or low-paying internships grants of $4,000 to support living expenses while completing their summer experiences.
The program is a comprehensive experiential learning program integrating career development and thoughtful reflection into students' internship experiences.
The Internship Funding Program components include:
- Application of academic principles
- Professional skill development
- Awareness of strengths
- Impact-oriented networking
- Insightful reflection
Regular Application Cycle deadline at 11:59 p.m. ET February 14
Learn More About the Internship Here
Home Renovation for the Visually Impaired: A Path to Independence (2025-2026)
Learn more about Bass Connection Project: Home Design for the Visually Impaired: A Path to Independence
Duke Humanities in Medicine (HuMed) is hosting Dr. Jennifer Hong—who majored in English and Neuroscience at Duke and is now primary care physician at Massachusetts General Hospital—in an event entitled “Medicine, Literature, and Advocacy” on Sunday, March 23rd from 11:00am - 12:15pm in Old Chemistry 116. This is the 5th talk in a series of events striving to highlight the powerful relationship between the humanities and medical fields, with previous speakers including Dr. Daniel Saurborn, Dr. Jocelyn Streid, and Dr. Quinn Wang.
Be sure to RSVP if you plan to attend.
Cold Emailing for Networking and Research Opportunities
- Led by Dr. Cara Kozma, Director of Academic Engagement in the Arts & Humanities
- March 3, 2025 | 5-6 pm | Bostock Library 127 — The Edge Workshop Room
Want to make a great first impression? On Monday, March 3, at 5 p.m., join us to learn the secrets of writing effective cold emails that open doors. Whether you’re reaching out to professors, networking with professionals, or searching for research opportunities, this session will give you the tools and confidence to craft emails that can get results.
Cultivating a Scholarly Identity Online
- Led by Prof. Arianne Hartsell-Gundy, Head of the Humanities and Social Sciences & Librarian for Literature, and Prof. Haley Walton, Librarian for Education and Open Scholarship
- March 19, 2025 | 5-6 pm | Bostock Library 127 — The Edge Workshop Room
The digital world allows us to connect in ever increasing ways. As someone about to start a career or go to graduate school, these connections can provide you with both opportunities and challenges. This workshop is designed to help you consider the best ways to navigate how you want to present yourself online. We will discuss topics such as what to share and how to share, the ethical issues involved, and how to maintain the right balance of privacy. We will also examine some steps you can take, such as creating a profile on Google Scholar, sharing work in digital repositories, creating an ORCID ID, and interacting professionally on social media.
For more information about this series, you can visit https://undergraduateresearch.duke.edu/events.
