Strengthen the Arts

The plan builds on recent momentum for the arts at Duke by increasing opportunities for students and others to create their own works, enjoy outstanding artistic performances and interact with distinguished practitioners. New national and international programming will heighten Duke's visibility in the arts and attract more people to cultural events on campus.

Recommit to Diversity and Access

Throughout the plan, we renew our commitment to being a university composed of different people from different parts of the country and the world. More than a third of Duke's undergraduates are now students of color. The percentage of African-American faculty members doubled in a ten-year span and enhancing faculty diversity remains a major priority. A third of all graduate and professional students comes from other countries, as do many undergraduates and faculty. We also are expanding our many collaborations across Durham, the region and the world.

With a major Financial Aid Initiative under way, Duke is strengthening a needblind admissions policy that keeps the door open to all qualified applicants, regardless of their family incomes.