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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.

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Duke Forest Centennial Gathering

Penn Pavilion, Duke University

A free 1.5-2-hour lecture, panel, and Q&A event on campus highlighting the interwoven history of the establishment of the Duke Forest Teaching and Research Laboratory and the transformation of Trinity College into Duke University – the “university in the forest” – adding context and history to the Centennial Celebrations. Duke Forest Executive Director Sara Childs […]

Nic@Night! Exploring North Carolina: Environmental Leadership from Forests to the Coast

Grainger Hall 9 Circuit Drive, Durham, NC

Join Stanback Dean Lori Bennear for an evening of connection and discovery, highlighting the Nicholas School’s environmental leadership across North Carolina. We’ll explore work with underserved forest owners, marine science at the Duke Marine Lab, urban environmental justice in the Piedmont, and climate resilience in the mountains after Hurricane Helene. Connect with MEM students, alumni, […]

Environment is Business: Powering Sustainable Solutions in Duke’s Second Century

Exploratorium Pier 15, Embarcadero at Green, San Francisco, CA, United States

Join Stanback Dean Lori Bennear, faculty innovators, and industry leaders for an exclusive look at how the Nicholas School of the Environment and Pratt School of Engineering are transforming environmental science into sustainable business solutions. As corporate demand for environmental expertise rises, Duke University stands out, delivering interdisciplinary insights grounded in rigorous science. Featuring insights […]

APSAF Alumni Social

Hotel Ballast, Board & Barrel Restaurant 301 N Water St., Wilmington, NC, United States

Join us for an alumni social in conjunction with the APSAF Annual Conference in historic downtown Wilmington! RSVP to Katie Hnilo at katelyn.ogrady@duke.edu or 847-903-2645.

Boston Climate Career Networking Event

The Greatest Bar (2nd floor mezzanine) 262 Friend St., Boston, MA, United States

Join us for an informal event to network with Duke alumni. If you are working in climate, clean energy, sustainability, or a related field, or want to learn more about environmental careers, you will meet like-minded colleagues! You will have the opportunity to introduce yourself and your goals to fellow alumni, and will learn how […]

Alumni Mixer in Seattle

The Alibi Room 85 Pike Street, #410, Seattle, WA, United States

Kira Jacobs MEM'97 and Lori Muller MEM'01 look forward to seeing you and other Seattle-area alumni on Feb. 5 for food, drinks, and socializing. The first round is on us! Questions? Please call or email Kira Jacobs at kiraayn@gmail.com or 617-388-8241. Register here.

Oceans@Duke Student & Alumni Mixer

Temazcal Mexican Cantina 250 Northern Ave #2, Boston, MA, United States

Join us at Temazcal Mexican Cantina in Boston on Wednesday, March 19 at 5:30pm ET for an Oceans@Duke Student and Alumni Mixer! The first drink is on us. Register here

Duke SAF Symposium

Nicholas School of the Environment 9 Circuit Dr., Durham, NC

  During this event, speakers from not only the Southeastern US, but also the West Coast will explore the intersection of fire and forestry and forest management. Discussions may include how to increase the diversity and resilience of ecosystems through prescribed burning, how Indigenous Peoples have been using cultural burning since time immemorial, and the challenges and […]

Nicholas School Reunions

Grainger Hall 9 Circuit Drive, Durham, NC

Click here to register! 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. ______________________________________________________________________ Friday, March […]