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Stay connected to the school and fellow alumni
The Nicholas School hosts events throughout the year, both stateside and internationally, to bring together alumni of different ages and career stages to connect professionally and personally. In addition to our annual alumni reunion on campus, regional groups and networking socials offer great ways to connect. To stay connected and hear about events, visit our news and events website, and be sure to register and update your information on the Duke Alumni Association (DAA) network.
A Conversation with Roger Martella
Join us for the 2026 Ferguson Family Lecture: a conversation with Roger Martella. The evening begins with a light reception in the Levine Science Research Center Hall of Science at 5:15 p.m., and the lecture will begin at 6 p.m. in Love Auditorium. A remote option will also be available for those who register. Please RSVP by Jan. 30.
Roger R. Martella Jr. is an American environmental lawyer and policy leader whose career spans federal government service, private practice, and corporate sustainability leadership. He is currently Chief Corporate Officer, Head of Global Government Affairs & Policy, and Chief Sustainability Officer at GE Vernova, where he leads global engagement on energy, climate, environmental, and ESG issues in the context of power generation and decarbonization. Prior to that, Martella served as General Counsel of the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency, where he was the agency’s chief legal officer and advised on the implementation of major statutes including the Clean Air Act, Clean Water Act, and CERCLA.