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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.
The Nicholas School is excited to welcome alumni from all classes back to campus, especially those marking milestone reunions from the ’00 and ’05 graduating years! You can look forward to engaging discussions on groundbreaking research, live music, and plenty of opportunities to reconnect and reminisce with classmates.
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4:00 – 7:00 pm, R.L. Rigsbee Shelter, Duke Forest at Gate F
Roots & Reconnection: A Nicholas School Alumni Celebration in the Duke Forest
Reconnect, relax, and relive the memories of your time at the Nicholas School with classmates and some of our beloved faculty during our Friday gathering at the Duke Forest!
Live Music: Jam out with a local band, as we set the tone for an unforgettable evening.
Keg & Q: Raise a glass to memories and enjoy NC Barbecue (meat-eater and vegan options available) like old times.
Lawn Games & Activities: Engage in friendly competition with classic lawn games or simply unwind in the beauty of the forest.
Cost to attend (tentative):
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12:30 pm – 2:30 pm, Grainger Hall, 9 Circuit Dr. Durham, NC 27713, parking included in registration.
Fueling Minds: Lunch & Big Ideas in Ted-Talk Style
Join us at Grainger Hall for a lunch filled with connection, inspiration, and discovery. Network with peers and enjoy engaging TED-style talks by Nicholas School experts. During the program kids under 12 can become Science Explorers through hands-on activities led by Nicholas School students, leaving you free to enjoy the program.
12:30 pm – Check In, Networking & Lunch
Enjoy a delicious meal while catching up with old friends and making new connections.
1:15 pm – Environmental Research & Policy Spotlights
Hear TED-style presentations from Nicholas School experts who will explore how Duke delivers an expectational educational experience while executing cutting edge research and creating solutions that have both an immediate and long-term impact on our communities and our world.
Featured programs include:
*Kids’ Activities – Science Explorer: During the featured program, kids under 13 can explore fun science experiments led by Nicholas School students!
2:15 pm – Closing Remarks & Networking Time
2:30 pm – Optional Tour of Grainger Hall and West Campus with Nicholas School students. Estimated tour time is 15 minutes in Grainger Hall + 30 minutes around west campus.
Cost to attend (tentative):
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Mark your reunion with a class gift! Your gift strengthens Duke’s future and supports a legacy of excellence. Join your classmates in supporting Duke and ensuring the success of future Blue Devils.
Your reunion gift is a powerful way to support the Nicholas School’s mission and future generations of environmental leaders. Reunion giving, especially through multi-year pledges, creates a lasting impact by fueling scholarships, research, and campus improvements that benefit the Nicholas School, Duke University, and global community.
Together, your class’s contributions drive collective progress, ensuring that the Nicholas School remains a leader in academic excellence, research, innovation, and many of the causes that matter to you.