On Campus Resources
Groups
- Identity and Cultural Centers
- Duke International Student Center (DISC)
- Office of Institutional Equity (OIE)
- Center for International and Global Studies
- Duke Regional/Religious community groups
- International Association
- Bridge Communities
- Other Community Resources
Daily Needs
- Post Office (located in Bryan Center – West Campus)
- Bookstore (for Duke Gear)
- On Campus Dining Options
Activities
- DUU Newsletter for events
- DukeCreate for free art workshops
- Cross-Cultural Programs
Off Campus
Furniture and Fixtures
- DukeList
- Thrift stores ( ex. Restore, TROSA, Plato’s Closet, etc.)
- Target & Walmart
Grocery Stores
- Harris Teeter, Food Lion, Trader Joe’s, Whole Foods
- Bridges Connection (different email channel)
- GPSG Pantry
- Latin stores: La Superior
- Asian stores: Li Ming, Spice Bazaar, Patel Brothers (Cary), Al Taiba, etc.
Other
- Off campus Spiritual/Religious Resources
- Banking Options
- Cell Phones
- Computers
- Driver’s License
- Purchasing Pre-Used Cars
- Dining Downtown Durham
Students with Children
Visas, Taxes, and Other Documentation
Health & Safety
Appointments
- Duke Health (for shots and diagnosis)
- Medical Insurance
- MyChart
Finding a Doctor or Dentist
Basic Medication Brands and Stores
- Stores: CVS and Walgreens
- Medication Brands: Benadryl (allergies), Advil (anti-inflammatory), Tylenol (covid), etc.
Wellness & Mental Health
- Duke Wellness
- SDAO and CAPS
- Online mental health professionals (Headway, BetterHelp, etc.)
- Coffee hour for mental health
- International Professionals
- Duke REACH Hotline
- Duke Women’ s Center
Safety
- For emergencies, dial 911
- Duke Police: dial 919-684-2444 for US numbers. Dial 919-684-2444 for international numbers.
- To report sexual harassment, discrimination, or other inappropriate behavior, click here.
Travel
In Durham
Outside Durham
- Opportunities through clubs like NicNats, etc.
- Amtrak
- Buses (see “Travel” tab)
- Flights
- Duke Vans
- Duke shuttles between universities
Travel Abroad & Re-entry
Additional Resources
Writing & Career Development
Cultural Adjustment