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Looking back at 'The Big Easy'

By Lena Yannella | October 17, 2018

Although Patrick Dougherty’s sculpture “The Big Easy" was projected to be on display until 2019, it was removed from the Duke Gardens Aug. 22 due to rain damage sustained since its construction in February 2017. The saplings used to weave the structure had started to deteriorate, and Duke Gardens opted to remove the entire instillation before it became a safety hazard. 

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CDS Dorothea-Lange Taylor Prize recipient discusses vulnerability and immigrant identity

By Alizeh Sheikh | October 17, 2018

As a recipient of the Center for Documentary Studies’ annual Dorothea Lange-Paul Taylor Prize, Mexican-American photographer Daniel Ramos has crafted a portfolio that can scrupulously capture his life’s winding contours: He was born in Chicago but now lives in Nuevo León, Mexico, and he spent his formative years rotating between these two distinctive places. 

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From Beanery to Bella: A history of Bella Union

By Ashley Kwon | October 10, 2018

Finding Bella Union requires some exploration of Duke’s West Campus. 

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Hoof 'n' Horn's 'Addams Family' brings fresh talent to the Rubenstein

By Christy Kuesel | October 10, 2018

This October will be particularly spooky with Hoof ‘n’ Horn’s latest show: “The Addams Family.”

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Duke Gardens' Fall Harvest Festival boasts partnerships with local organizations

By Alyssa Wilson | October 10, 2018

This Sunday, Sarah P. Duke Gardens — normally known for its picturesque flora that  attracts about 300,000 visitors annually from around the world — will host a Harvest Festival.

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Nasher Reflections Program creates community among those affected by dementia

By Kerry Rork | October 3, 2018

Those affected by Alzheimer's often suffer from feelings of isolation, but a Nasher program seeks to create an opportunity for individuals with dementia to engage with art and new ideas.

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Graywill Award established for campus arts leaders

By Eleanor George | October 3, 2018

A new award will recognize student arts leaders and it's named after a student trailblazer in the Duke arts world. 

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Duke CommuniTEA brews a strong cup of conversation

By Jack Rubenstein | October 3, 2018

Many Duke students merely view tea as an alternative to coffee. The new club Duke CommuniTEA wants to educate students on the history of the drink. 

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Album produced by Duke’s Eric Oberstein nominated for Latin Grammy

By Will Atkinson | October 3, 2018

In the course he teaches, “Introduction to Performing Arts Management & Entrepreneurship,” Eric Oberstein, Trinity ‘07, mentors Duke students in putting together the resources for a creative project, creating an ideal environment for artists and connecting with a network of alumni in the arts.

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Post-rock, postmodern, post-natural: Harvard professor discusses contemporary architecture

By Joel Kohen | October 3, 2018

Although Duke is widely known for its neo-Gothic West Campus towers, most students know little about architecture’s elements of style or alternative forms. 

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Where have all the readers gone?

By Joel Kohen | September 26, 2018

Universities and books would appear to be a match made in heaven.

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Me Too Monologues Coffeehouse show fosters openness on campus

By Katie Eppinger | September 26, 2018

In the past year, the #MeToo movement has gone viral, creating a platform for people to voice their experiences of sexual harassment and assault. When people discuss the Me Too monologues on Duke’s campus, they often associate the movement and the monologues as nearly identical entities. 

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Duke establishes new dance MFA program

By Alyssa Wilson | September 26, 2018

Until recently, Duke offered only one Master of Fine Arts program, in experimental and documentary arts. But the desire to create a dance MFA isn't new, said Michael Kliën, associate professor of the practice of dance and the MFA in dance program director.

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Duke Gardens fall plant sale supports summer internships

By Joel Kohen | September 26, 2018

This  Saturday, the Sarah P. Duke Gardens once again invites the public to decorate their homes or dorm rooms with flowers and trees as part of the annual fall plant sale. But few know how the plant sale can help students develop skills in horticulture. 

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Homecoming celebration moves to BC Plaza

By Christy Kuesel | September 21, 2018

This year, Blue Devils won’t don their evening best and trek to Wilson Gym for the homecoming dance. Instead, they’ll head to the Bryan Center Plaza.

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Anthropology professor discusses ballet background

By Ashley Kwon | September 19, 2018

Anne-Maria Makhulu did not always plan to become an associate professor of anthropology and African American studies. Originally from the U.K., she began training as a ballerina when she was just four years old, like many girls do. 

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A hidden gem: The Duke Farmer's Market

By Kerry Rork | September 12, 2018

Located on the Duke Medicine Pavilion Greenway, hidden by the surrounding buildings, lies a secret of the Duke University Hospital: the Duke Farmers’ Market. 

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Public policy student releases memoir on navigating New York City

By Selena Qian | September 12, 2018

On Sept. 20 at 7 p.m., The Regulator will host a reading and signing of Fee’s book, released in May: “Places I Stopped on the Way Home: A Memoir of Chaos and Grace.” The book chronicles Fee’s years in New York City trying to find her way.

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'People Get Ready' showcases pieces from Nasher permanent collection

By Ashley Kwon | September 5, 2018

On Sept. 1, the Nasher Museum of Art opened its new exhibition, “People Get Ready: Building a Contemporary Collection.” 

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Experimental documentary series comes to the Rubenstein

By Miranda Gershoni | September 5, 2018

“The Visible Spectrum,” a free screening series of experimental documentaries will be shown at the Rubenstein Arts Center every Tuesday night at 7 p.m. from Sept. 4 through Oct. 2.